Gaig Barcelona
Gaig Barcelona
Gaig Barcelona is the Les Corts daytime dining room of Barcelona's Gaig family, a lineage that reaches back to Taberna d'en Gaig in 1869.
Background
About Gaig Barcelona
The Story
Gaig Barcelona is the daytime Les Corts home of the Gaig family, whose Barcelona culinary lineage traces back to Taberna d'en Gaig, established in 1869. Chef Carles Gaig, the fourth-generation patriarch, relaunched the family's Restaurant Gaig in 1989 and earned a Michelin star in 1993. The present site on Carrer de la Nau Santa Maria opened in 2019 as an expansion of the family's Gaig a Casa takeaway concept. Daughter Núria Gibert and grandson Marc Madina Gibert represent the fifth and sixth generations.
The Cuisine
The kitchen serves traditional Catalan cooking built around the family's heritage recipes. The signature canelons Gaig with truffle cream has been on family tables since 1869, and the arròs de colomí (squab and porcini rice) is another heirloom dish. The carte rotates seasonally and includes anchovies from L'Escala, Palamós prawn carpaccio, wild sea bass, fricandó with moixernons mushrooms, and a tasting menu at 95 euros per person.
The Team
Chef and owner Carles Gaig leads the family operation alongside his wife Fina Navarro and daughter Núria Gibert. Josep Armenteros is the executive chef and Daniel Alonso the head chef of the Barcelona kitchen.
Highlights
What Diners Say
Consensus
Gaig Barcelona Ratings & Reviews
Professional Ratings
Catalan home cooking with technique and quality produce; pleasant and luminous space
Diner Ratings
4.4
441 reviews
Yelp
4.5
26 reviews
Diners rate Gaig Barcelona 4.4/5 on Google (441 reviews) and 4.5/5 on Yelp (26 reviews). The restaurant is recognised for its heritage Catalan cooking, with particular praise for the signature truffle cannelloni and the squab-and-porcini rice.
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Reservations
How to Book Gaig Barcelona
Booking
Gaig Barcelona serves lunch only, Tuesday through Sunday, with last orders at 15:30. Dinner service is available exclusively for private events and groups. Reservations are required, and the restaurant maintains a private dining room for groups of eleven or more. The venue is wheelchair accessible and accepts credit cards, debit cards, and contactless payments.
Experience
Gaig Barcelona Dining Experience
A calm, two-floor Les Corts dining room with pale walls, wooden Wishbone-style chairs, a living plant installation behind the banquette and pendant lighting overhead. Bright at lunch and restrained in styling, the setting suits business meals and slow, multi-course Catalan menus.
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Gaig Barcelona Location & Neighbourhood
Getting There
Gaig Barcelona sits on Carrer de la Nau Santa Maria, a quiet residential street in Les Corts near the Maria Cristina and Les Corts metro stations. The address is a short walk from L'Illa Diagonal and Avinguda Diagonal, placing diners within reach of the upper Diagonal business and retail corridor. The dining room is on two floors with a private room for larger parties.
Nearby
Les Corts is a dignified residential neighbourhood known for its tree-lined streets and mix of traditional Catalan architecture and modern developments. The area offers a quieter, more authentic Barcelona experience away from the busiest tourist zones. Home to numerous excellent restaurants and local shops, it's a neighborhood where locals genuinely live and dine.
Details
Gaig Barcelona Reservations, Hours & Contact
Opening Hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 13:00–16:00 |
| Wednesday | 13:00–16:00 |
| Thursday | 13:00–16:00 |
| Friday | 13:00–16:00 |
| Saturday | 13:00–16:00 |
| Sunday | 13:00–16:00 |
Gaig Barcelona hours verified 2026-04-01. Contact the restaurant to confirm.
Contact
Required for lunch service. Bookings available through the restaurant website or by phone.
Good to Know
Social
From gaigbarcelona on Instagram
Dos días para sentarse a la mesa y disfrutar de un recetario que mira a la tradición con oficio y precisión. Casa de Comidas recibe a @carlesgaig para presentar un menú especial junto a @rafazafra_, donde la cocina catalana se expresa a través de algunos de sus sabores más reconocibles. 24 y 25 de
Avui el nostre #sweetchef ha preparat un postre pels que més s'estimen ❤️ . #postre #sanvalentín #barcelona #dessert
Tenim pèsols boníssims. No dubtis fer un tastet! . #pesols #food #barcelona #restaurant #somgastronomia
Diez platos, diez momentos y una misma conclusión: cuando el producto manda y hay oficio detrás, la memoria hace el resto. Por orden de aparición: 1️⃣ Voro (⭐⭐) @vorobyalvarosalazar Mariscos al palo cortado. El mar servido con precisión, elegancia y una armonía que se queda grabada. 2️⃣ Disfrut
Hay momentos que te reconcilian con tu profesión. Momentos en los que ves trabajar a un chef leyenda, como el señor @carlesgaig y entiendes de verdad qué significan palabras como oficio, respeto y pasión. Para mí, es un ejemplo en mayúsculas. De los que no necesitan hablar alto para enseñar. De lo
Ja tenim nostre panetttone a @gaigbarcelona. El podeu comprar al mateix restaurant, ràpid que s'esgoten! . #nadal #somgastronomia #carlesgaig #gaigacasa #navidad #panettone
Questions
Gaig Barcelona FAQ
What's on the menu at Gaig Barcelona?
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The kitchen serves traditional Catalan cooking anchored on family heritage recipes. Signature dishes include canelons Gaig with truffle cream (on family tables since 1869), arròs de colomí (squab and porcini rice), Palamós prawn carpaccio, fricandó with moixernons, and roast squab with wild mushrooms. A seven-course Menú Tradicional is also available at €95 per person.
Does Gaig Barcelona have any Michelin or Repsol recognition?
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Restaurant Gaig held one Michelin star from 1993 but no longer appears in the Michelin Guide's starred list. The restaurant does not hold a Repsol Sol. A separate sister venue in the Eixample, Petit Comité Gaig, holds 1 Sol Guía Repsol.
How much does it cost to eat at Gaig Barcelona?
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Most à la carte main courses fall between €25 and €40. The Menú Tradicional tasting menu is €95 per person. Bread, olive-oil service and appetiser snacks add €4 per person. 10% VAT is included in the listed prices.
Who is the chef at Gaig Barcelona?
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Restaurant Gaig is owned by chef Carles Gaig, the fourth-generation patriarch of the Gaig family, alongside his wife Fina Navarro and daughter Núria Gibert. The Barcelona kitchen is run day-to-day by executive chef Josep Armenteros and head chef Daniel Alonso.
What are Gaig Barcelona's opening hours?
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Gaig Barcelona serves lunch only, Tuesday through Sunday from 13:00 to 16:00 (last orders at 15:30). The restaurant is closed on Mondays. Dinner service is offered exclusively for private events and groups, and a takeaway service (Gaig a Casa) operates Tuesday-Sunday for collection between 11:00 and 16:00.
Where is Gaig Barcelona located?
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Gaig Barcelona is at Carrer de la Nau Santa Maria 5, 08017 Barcelona, in the Les Corts neighbourhood. The closest metro is Maria Cristina (L3), a four-minute walk, with Les Corts (L3) about ten minutes on foot.