Igueldo
Igueldo
Igueldo Chef Gonzalo Galbete (Arzak 3★, Rodero 1★, Tubal 1★). Sommelier Ana López de Lamadrid (Neichel 2★, Arzak 3★). Modern Basque grill on Carrer del Rosselló, l'Antiga Esquerra de l'Eixample. Strong wine list. Private dining for 10.
Background
About Igueldo
The Story
Igueldo was founded by Gonzalo Galbete and Ana López de Lamadrid, two professionals with formidable Michelin-starred backgrounds who opened a restaurant that reflects everything they learned without trying to replicate any of it. Gonzalo trained at Tubal de Tafalla (1 Michelin Star), Arzak (3 Michelin Stars), and Rodero (1 Michelin Star), then spent time managing a well-regarded Basque restaurant in Santiago de Chile. Ana trained at Neichel (2 Michelin Stars) in Barcelona, at Arzak (3 Michelin Stars) in San Sebastián, and at Rodero (1 Michelin Star) in Pamplona. She also wrote a guide to Spanish wines with Josep Puigcorbé, sommelier of Restaurant Drolma. The restaurant remains exactly what they intended: a neighbourhood restaurant that cooks at a high level without calling attention to itself.
The Cuisine
Gonzalo Galbete's kitchen has a strong Basque foundation, the grill is central, the fish is Basque in preparation, and the traditional dishes come from the Basque and Navarrese repertoire. picks out the Oiartzun rib (grilled, with salad and piquillo peppers) as the dish most regulars go to first. Other highlights: anchovy and strawberry salad; steak tartare with beer yoghurt; barbecued artichokes with fresh foie gras; peppers stuffed with txangurro (crab); tripe with chickpeas; lamb and vegetable stew. From the grill: hake with clams (garlic, onion and pepper); diced tuna with sweet tomato; sweetbread, brains and kidneys; fish from the market. The house style leans into grill (brasa), meats, spoon dishes, and a serious wine list.
The Team
Gonzalo Galbete leads the kitchen and Ana López de Lamadrid directs the dining room and wine programme. Ana holds hotel management and sommelier qualifications from the University of Barcelona and the School of Marbella, and has trained in some of Spain's most celebrated restaurants. She also co-authored a guide to Spanish wines. Service is warm, polished, and attentive.
Highlights
What Diners Say
Consensus
Igueldo Ratings & Reviews
Professional Ratings
Recommended. 'Model for traditional cuisine with a modern flair. Basque cooking expertly overseen by Gonzalo Calvete. Ana López a splendid sommelier and hostess. Oiartzun rib a must. No set lunch menu, superlative cuisine and reasonable prices.' Price 3/4.
Average spend: €50. Tags: Aquí comen los locales, Carta de vinos, Brasas, Carnes, Idóneo para conversar, Platos de cuchara, Privados.
Based on 1,662 reviews across 5 platforms. Google 9.2, TripAdvisor 9.2. Price band €30–45.
Diner Ratings
4.6
923 reviews
Yelp
4.6
21 reviews
Professional recognition includes Macarfi food 8.2/10 and TimeOut 4/5. Diners rate it 4.6/5 on Google (923 reviews) and 4.6/5 on Yelp (21 reviews).
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Reservations
How to Book Igueldo
Booking
Igueldo serves lunch and dinner Monday through Saturday. Sunday is closed. The restaurant has a private back room for groups of up to ten. Booking in advance is strongly recommended, this is a neighbourhood institution with a regular local following. Reserve by phone at +34 934 522 555 or via the CoverManager booking system on the restaurant website.
Experience
Igueldo Dining Experience
Igueldo's dining room is described by as 'simple, elegant decor, including a bright hardwood floor and white walls and columns'. The setting reads modern and refined without feeling formal. A private back room accommodates up to ten people for business dinners and celebrations, and round tables throughout the room make it a natural choice for conversation. Service is warm and attentive without being stiff.: 'This place will always put you in a good mood.'
Navigate
Igueldo Location & Neighbourhood
Getting There
Igueldo is on Carrer del Rosselló in the Antiga Esquerra de l'Eixample, the quieter, more residential western half of the Eixample grid. Hospital Clínic metro (L5) is four minutes away on foot. The address puts the restaurant in one of the most restaurant-dense blocks of the Eixample: Sense Pressa is 121 metres away; Gresca is 151 metres. This is a neighbourhood that takes its eating seriously, and Igueldo has been part of it long enough to be a reference point.
Nearby
L'Antiga Esquerra de l'Eixample is the western portion of the Eixample district, a residential, local-first grid of streets running between Muntaner and Urgell, anchored at the south by Hospital Clínic. This is one of Barcelona's most restaurant-dense neighbourhoods by resident-to-restaurant ratio: Kamikaze, Sense Pressa, Gresca, Speakeasy, and Angle are all within 230 metres of Igueldo. The neighbourhood's restaurant culture is characterised by an unusually high proportion of long-established, professionally serious addresses that serve a loyal local clientele year after year. Igueldo fits this template precisely.
Nearby Restaurants
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Sense Pressa
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Gresca
Creative
€€€€Playful, irreverent modern bistro celebrating offal, game, and seasonal produce.
Details
Igueldo Reservations, Hours & Contact
Opening Hours
| Day | Hours |
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| Monday | 13:30–15:30 & 20:30–23:00 |
| Tuesday | 13:30–15:30 & 20:30–23:00 |
| Wednesday | 13:30–15:30 & 20:30–23:00 |
| Thursday | 13:30–15:30 & 20:30–23:00 |
| Friday | 13:30–15:30 & 20:30–23:00 |
| Saturday | 13:30–15:30 & 20:30–23:00 |
| Sunday | Closed |
Igueldo hours verified 2026-04-01. Contact the restaurant to confirm.
Contact
Recommended, Igueldo has a loyal regular clientele. Book by phone at +34 934 522 555 or via covermanager (link on the restaurant website).
Good to Know
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Questions
Igueldo FAQ
Does Igueldo have Michelin stars?
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No, Igueldo does not have any Michelin stars.
What should I order at Igueldo?
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's advice is clear: 'most of the regulars go right to the Oiartzun rib, with a bowl of salad and piquillo peppers'. Order that first. From the starters, recommends the anchovy and strawberry salad, steak tartare with beer yoghurt, and barbecued artichokes with fresh foie gras. From the grill, hake served with clams (garlic, onion and pepper) and diced tuna with sweet tomato are standouts. Traditional dishes: peppers stuffed with txangurro, tripe with chickpeas, lamb and vegetable stew.
Who is the chef at Igueldo?
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Chef Gonzalo Galbete leads the kitchen at Igueldo. He trained at Tubal de Tafalla (1 Michelin Star), Arzak in San Sebastián (3 Michelin Stars), and Rodero in Pamplona (1 Michelin Star).
How much does it cost to eat at Igueldo?
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À la carte dishes range approximately €40–50 per person for food. Wine and beverages are additional.
Does Igueldo have a private dining room?
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Yes, the back of the restaurant is available for reservations of up to ten people. Contact the restaurant at +34 934 522 555 to arrange.
How do I get to Igueldo?
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Igueldo is at Carrer del Rosselló, 186, in the Antiga Esquerra de l'Eixample. The nearest metro station is Provença (L6/L7/S1/S2), approximately 2 minutes walk. Paid parking is available in the neighbourhood.
What makes Igueldo special compared to other Basque restaurants in Barcelona?
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The pedigree of the team sets Igueldo apart. Chef Gonzalo Galbete trained at Arzak (3 Michelin Stars) and Rodero (1 Michelin Star). Sommelier Ana López de Lamadrid trained at Neichel (2 stars) and Arzak, and co-authored a published wine guide. The grill programme, anchored by the Oiartzun rib, combined with Ana's wine list creates a dining experience that is both technically accomplished and completely comfortable.