Izarra
Izarra
Izarra is a family-run Navarrese grill on Carrer de Sicilia in el Fort Pienc, founded in 1974 by Juan Gonzalez Arellano and Carmen Arellano. Now in its second generation with Alberto and Carmen Gonzalez, it is one of the last surviving 1970s Eixample asadors.
Background
About Izarra
The Story
Izarra was founded in 1974 by Juan Gonzalez Arellano and his wife Carmen Arellano, who started it as a wine bar with small dishes cooked according to Navarrese tradition. Within a few years, customer demand transformed it into a full restaurant specialising in northern Spanish grill cuisine. Now in its second generation, siblings Alberto Gonzalez and Carmen Gonzalez run the operation. One of the very few restaurants from the 1970s Eixample dining scene that has survived.
The Cuisine
The kitchen team continues the Navarrese home-cooking tradition established by founder Carmen Arellano. The chuleton de buey a la parrilla is the flagship dish. Traditional spoon dishes include alubias de Puente la Reina, callos, and Thursday chickpeas. Seafood highlights are kokotxas de merluza al pil pil and tronco de merluza. Menestra de verduras and seasonal artichoke preparations showcase market vegetables. Around 50 EUR per person without drinks.
The Team
The kitchen team is led by the second generation of the Gonzalez family. Founded by Juan Gonzalez Arellano and Carmen Arellano in 1974, now run by their children Alberto and Carmen Gonzalez.
Highlights
What Diners Say
Consensus
Izarra Ratings & Reviews
Professional Ratings
Classic Basque-Navarrese asador of family tradition. Praised for vegetables, traditional spoon dishes, premium beef cuts, and standout hake preparations. Tastefully decorated classic room with warm service.
Diner Ratings
4.2
184 reviews
Diners rate it 4.2/5 on Google (184 reviews).
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Reservations
How to Book Izarra
Booking
Reservations recommended, especially for dinner and weekends. Book by phone at +34 932 452 103 or by email at rteizarra@gmail.com. A beloved neighbourhood institution with loyal regulars.
Experience
Izarra Dining Experience
A classic corner restaurant in the Eixample with rustic, welcoming decor. Abundant wood throughout, crystal chandeliers, wine bottles on display, and vintage agricultural objects repurposed as decoration. Over 100 wine references in the cellar. A calm, neighbourhood institution atmosphere.
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Izarra Location & Neighbourhood
Getting There
Located on Carrer de Sicilia in el Fort Pienc, a quiet residential area on the eastern edge of the Eixample. The corner restaurant has been a neighbourhood fixture since 1974, serving traditional Navarrese grill cuisine to a loyal local following for over 50 years.
Nearby
El Fort Pienc is a quiet residential neighbourhood in the eastern Eixample, centred around the Fort Pienc market and the Estacio del Nord. Less touristy than the western Eixample, the area has a strong neighbourhood identity with local shops, traditional restaurants, and a residential character.
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Details
Izarra Reservations, Hours & Contact
Opening Hours
| Day | Hours |
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| Monday | 13:00–16:00 & 21:00–23:30 |
| Tuesday | 13:00–16:00 & 21:00–23:30 |
| Wednesday | 13:00–16:00 & 21:00–23:30 |
| Thursday | 13:00–16:00 & 21:00–23:30 |
| Friday | 13:00–16:00 & 21:00–23:30 |
| Saturday | 13:00–16:00 |
| Sunday | Closed |
Izarra hours verified 2026-04-01. Contact the restaurant to confirm.
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Questions
Izarra FAQ
What type of food does Asador Izarra serve?
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Izarra serves Basque-Navarrese cuisine, specializing in charcoal-grilled meats and traditional spoon dishes. The flagship dish is chuleton de buey a la parrilla (grilled beef ribeye), along with kokotxas de merluza al pil pil, alubias de Puente la Reina, and seasonal vegetable preparations.
How long has Izarra Barcelona been operating?
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Izarra has been operating since 1974, making it over 50 years old. Founded by Juan Gonzalez Arellano and Carmen Arellano, it's now run by their children Alberto and Carmen Gonzalez in the second generation.
What do reviews say about Izarra Barcelona?
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Izarra receives positive reviews with a 4.2/5 rating. The restaurant is praised as a beloved neighbourhood institution with loyal regulars.
Where is Izarra restaurant located in Barcelona?
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Izarra is located at Carrer de Sicilia, 135 in el Fort Pienc, a quiet residential area in the eastern Eixample. The restaurant is a 4-minute walk from Monumental metro station (L2).
What makes Izarra different from other Barcelona restaurants?
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Izarra is one of the last surviving restaurants from the 1970s Eixample dining scene, maintaining authentic Navarrese traditions for over 50 years. The kitchen remains rooted in recipes established by co-founder Carmen Arellano, now continued by her children Alberto and Carmen Gonzalez.
What are Izarra's opening hours and when should I make reservations?
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Izarra is open Monday-Friday for lunch (13:00-16:00) and dinner (21:00-23:30), Saturday lunch only (13:00-16:00), and closed Sunday. Reservations are recommended, especially for dinner and weekends. Book by phone at +34 932 452 103 or email rteizarra@gmail.com.