Insolent
Insolent
Repsol RecommendedFeatured in Spain's Repsol Guide as a recommended restaurant for quality dining.Insolent is a creative Mediterranean restaurant inside Hotel Sonder La Casa del Sol in Gracia, opened in 2023 by four co-founders including head chef Julia Castello Bravo (ex-Paco Perez, ex-Pep Guardiola's team) and chef Miquel Garcia (ex-El Celler de Can Roca, ex-Disfrutar).
Background
About Insolent
The Story
Insolent opened in 2023 inside Hotel Sonder La Casa del Sol in Gracia, founded by four co-owners: head chef Julia Castello Bravo (from Girona, trained with Paco Perez, spent 4 years cooking for Pep Guardiola's team in Manchester, his family runs the famous Can Castello pastry shop in Girona), chef Miquel Garcia (ex-El Celler de Can Roca, ex-Disfrutar), dining room director Pedro Huerta Martino, and sommelier Javier Custodio Salvago.
The Cuisine
Chefs Julia Castello Bravo and Miquel Garcia serve creative Mediterranean cuisine with seasonal market ingredients. The menu features small bites (3.50-5.50 EUR), sharing plates like steak tartare (21 EUR) and white shrimp with bone marrow (19 EUR), market dishes including stuffed squid (25 EUR) and suckling pig (30 EUR), and a charcoal grill section with 45-day aged Leikan beef. The signature xuixo pastry nods to the chef's Girona heritage. Around 50 EUR per person without drinks.
The Team
Head chef Julia Castello Bravo trained with Paco Perez and spent 4 years cooking for Pep Guardiola's team in Manchester. Chef Miquel Garcia trained at El Celler de Can Roca and Disfrutar. Pedro Huerta Martino directs the dining room and Javier Custodio Salvago curates the wine program. Google reviewers give it 4.3/5 from 611 reviews.
Highlights
What Diners Say
Consensus
Insolent Ratings & Reviews
Professional Ratings
Creative, seafood, wine list, Gracia
Guía Repsol 2026 Recommended
Diner Ratings
4.3
611 reviews
Professional recognition includes Macarfi food 7.3/10. Diners rate it 4.3/5 on Google (611 reviews).
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Reservations
How to Book Insolent
Booking
Reservations recommended, especially for dinner and weekends. Book via the through the restaurant website, by phone at +34 932 175 967, or by email at info@restaurantinsolent.com. Also available for private events (eventos@restaurantinsolent.com).
Experience
Insolent Dining Experience
An informal restaurant inside Hotel Sonder La Casa del Sol in Gracia. The design is casual and modern, attracting a young, food-aware clientele. A rooftop terrace ('El Terrat') offers informal weekend service with cocktails and live music overlooking Gracia.
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Insolent Location & Neighbourhood
Getting There
Located inside Hotel Sonder La Casa del Sol (now part of Marriott Bonvoy) on Carrer de Maspons in la Vila de Gracia, steps from Placa del Sol. The restaurant entrance is at Maspons 11. A rooftop terrace ('El Terrat') offers informal weekend service with cocktails and live music.
Nearby
La Vila de Gracia is a vibrant, bohemian neighbourhood north of the Diagonal, known for its independent spirit, lively plazas, and creative scene. Placa del Sol, where the hotel is located, is one of Gracia's most popular squares, filled with terraces and locals.
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Details
Insolent Reservations, Hours & Contact
Opening Hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 20:00–22:30 |
| Wednesday | 13:00–15:30 & 20:00–22:30 |
| Thursday | 13:00–15:30 & 20:00–22:30 |
| Friday | 13:00–15:30 & 20:00–22:30 |
| Saturday | 13:00–15:30 & 20:00–22:30 |
| Sunday | Closed |
Insolent hours verified 2026-04-01. Contact the restaurant to confirm.
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Good to Know
Social
From insolentbcn on Instagram
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La col, però no com te l'imagines. Cuinada a baixa temperatura fins a quedar gairebé indecentment tendra, banyada amb una salsa meunière que abraça i coronada amb papada ibèrica que ho remata tot. Un plat vegetal amb ànima carnívora. Això és Insolent. I aquí la col juga a primera divisió. 🥬🔥 —
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Questions
Insolent FAQ
Where is Insolent located in Barcelona?
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Insolent is located at Carrer de Maspons, 11 in the Gracia neighborhood, specifically in la Vila de Gracia. It's accessible via Fontana metro (L3, 2-minute walk) or Gràcia station (L6/L7/S1/S2, 3-minute walk).
Is Insolent part of a hotel?
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Yes, Insolent is located inside Hotel Sonder La Casa del Sol, which is now part of Marriott Bonvoy.
What kind of food does Insolent serve?
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Insolent serves creative Mediterranean cuisine using seasonal market ingredients. The menu features small bites (3.50-5.50 EUR), sharing plates like steak tartare (21 EUR), market dishes, and a charcoal grill section with 45-day aged beef.
Who are the chefs at Insolent?
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Head chef Julia Castello Bravo trained with Paco Perez and spent 4 years cooking for Pep Guardiola's team. Chef Miquel Garcia brings experience from El Celler de Can Roca and Disfrutar.
Can I see Insolent's current menu online?
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Yes, you can view Insolent's current menu on their website at restaurantinsolent.com.
What do reviewers say about Insolent?
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Insolent receives strong reviews across platforms. Google reviewers give it 4.3/5 stars from 611 reviews,, and it's Guia Repsol 2026 Recommended.
Does Insolent have a terrace?
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Yes, Insolent has access to 'El Terrat', a rooftop terrace that offers informal weekend service with cocktails and live music.