Flax & Kale Tallers
Flax & Kale Tallers
Flax & Kale Tallers is Spain's first flexitarian restaurant, opened in August 2014 on Carrer dels Tallers in El Raval by Teresa Carles (vegetarian pioneer since 1979) and son Jordi Barri. The kitchen serves 80% plant-based and 20% oily fish dishes with no meat or dairy.
Background
About Flax & Kale Tallers
The Story
Flax & Kale opened in August 2014 as Spain's first flexitarian restaurant, created by Teresa Carles and her son Jordi Barri. Teresa Carles is a pioneer of vegetarian cuisine in Spain, having opened her first vegetarian restaurant in Lleida in 1979. The flexitarian concept means 80% plant-based and 20% oily fish, with no meat or dairy. Part of Teresa Carles Healthy Foods, which operates 7+ locations and an R&D centre in Lleida. Interior designer Estudi Francesc Pons converted the former textile warehouse into an industrial-chic dining space with high ceilings, natural light, and a roof terrace planted with a spice garden.
The Cuisine
The kitchen serves creative flexitarian cuisine: 80% plant-based and 20% oily fish, with no meat or dairy. Signature preparations include a Flax & Kale pizza with a gluten-free base and cashew cheese, poke bowls, Thai green curry, pad thai, black truffle croquettes, seasonal salads, and a signature black rice baked with house vegetable stock, black garlic, boletus, and cardoncello mushrooms. Cold-pressed juices, kombuchas, and smoothies are made in-house, and weekend brunch is served Saturday and Sunday from 10:00 to 17:00.
The Team
The kitchen team operates under Teresa Carles Healthy Foods, founded by Teresa Carles (a pioneer of vegetarian cuisine in Spain since 1979) and managed by her son Jordi Barri. The group also operates Teresa Carles on Carrer de Jovellanos and an R&D centre in Lleida.
Highlights
What Diners Say
Consensus
Flax & Kale Tallers Ratings & Reviews
Professional Ratings
Flexitarian, plant-based, brunch, terrace, healthy, cold-pressed juices
Recommended
Diner Ratings
4.3
11,439 reviews
TripAdvisor
4.3
5,987 reviews
Professional recognition includes Macarfi food 7.0/10 and TimeOut 4/5. Diners rate it 4.3/5 on Google (11,439 reviews) and 4.3/5 on TripAdvisor (5,987 reviews).
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Reservations
How to Book Flax & Kale Tallers
Booking
Reservations recommended, especially for dinner and weekends. Book via Resy or . Walk-ins welcome but expect a wait during peak hours. Weekend brunch is particularly popular.
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Experience
Flax & Kale Tallers Dining Experience
A converted former textile warehouse with industrial-chic design by Estudi Francesc Pons. High ceilings, exposed brick, natural light, and wood and metal accents create a spacious, contemporary dining room. A roof terrace planted with a spice garden offers additional seating in warm weather. The atmosphere is buzzy, health-conscious, and cosmopolitan, attracting a mix of locals, tourists, and digital nomads.
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Flax & Kale Tallers Location & Neighbourhood
Getting There
Located on Carrer dels Tallers in El Raval, steps from Plaça Universitat. The restaurant occupies a former textile warehouse with high ceilings, natural light, and an industrial-chic interior designed by Estudi Francesc Pons. A roof terrace with a spice garden provides additional seating in warm weather.
Nearby
El Raval is one of Barcelona's most diverse and culturally vibrant neighbourhoods in Ciutat Vella. Carrer dels Tallers connects Plaça Catalunya to the MACBA contemporary art museum, running through an area rich in record shops, galleries, and independent restaurants. The area around Plaça Universitat has become a hub for health-conscious dining.
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Details
Flax & Kale Tallers Reservations, Hours & Contact
Opening Hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 09:00–23:30 |
| Tuesday | 09:00–23:30 |
| Wednesday | 09:00–23:30 |
| Thursday | 09:00–23:30 |
| Friday | 09:00–23:30 |
| Saturday | 09:30–23:30 |
| Sunday | 09:30–23:30 |
Flax & Kale Tallers hours verified 2026-03-01. Contact the restaurant to confirm.
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From flaxandkale on Instagram
Sun is back. Smoothie season too. Y sí, no íbamos a pedir uno pequeño.
Nuevo en carta y ya es nuestro fav. Flax & Kale Black Rice: arroz dorado al horno con caldo casero de verduras braseadas, ajo negro, boletus y seta cardo. Plant based, sí. Aburrido, jamás. El mejor arroz vegano de Barcelona y no aceptamos debate
@flaxandkale 💚
🚨 Heads up! El próximo martes 17 cerramos desde las 17h. Nuestro crew se va de team building ;) ¡Nos vemos al día siguiente!
Te esperamos en el Aeropuerto de Madrid. Sea cual sea tu vibe, hay algo esperándote ;)
Wellness Villa 3 wrapped and we're still riding that energy. 🖤 A little rain, a lot of magic. You all made this weekend something else entirely the conversations, the vibes, the moments between moments. Thank you for showing up the way you did. We're so lucky to have this community. Always suppor
Questions
Flax & Kale Tallers FAQ
What makes Flax & Kale Tallers unique in Barcelona?
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Flax & Kale Tallers is Spain's first flexitarian restaurant, opened in August 2014 by Teresa Carles, a pioneer of vegetarian cuisine since 1979. The restaurant serves 80% plant-based and 20% oily fish dishes with no meat or dairy whatsoever. It's located in a converted textile warehouse in El Raval with an industrial-chic design and features a roof terrace with a spice garden.
How much does it cost to eat at Flax & Kale Tallers?
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Expect to spend around 35 EUR per person without drinks. Mains include pizzas, poke bowls, Thai green curry, and pad thai, with a weekend brunch option available Saturday and Sunday from 10:00 to 17:00. Check the restaurant's website for current prices.
What type of cuisine does Flax & Kale Tallers serve?
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The restaurant serves creative flexitarian cuisine that is 80% plant-based and 20% oily fish, with absolutely no meat or dairy. Signature dishes include gluten-free pizza with cashew cheese, poke bowls, Thai green curry, pad thai, and black truffle croquettes.
Do I need reservations at Flax & Kale Tallers?
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Reservations are recommended, especially for dinner and weekends, and can be made via Resy or. Walk-ins are welcome but expect a wait during peak hours.
What are the opening hours of Flax & Kale Tallers?
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The restaurant is open Monday-Friday from 9:00-23:30 and Saturday-Sunday from 9:30-23:30. Weekend brunch is served Saturday and Sunday from 10:00-17:00. They're open daily with no closing day.
Where is Flax & Kale Tallers located and how do I get there?
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Located at Carrer dels Tallers, 74 B in El Raval, the restaurant is a 4-minute walk from Universitat metro station (L1/L2) or 7 minutes from Catalunya station (L1/L3). It's steps from Plaça Universitat on the street that connects to MACBA contemporary art museum.