Kook
Kook
Kook is an informal Mediterranean spot in La Dreta de l'Eixample built around rice — paella and fideuà — alongside seafood dishes and wine. There's outdoor seating, it's set up for groups and families, and it does lunch and dinner. Good if you want a relaxed rice lunch in the Eixample without a fuss.
Background
About Kook
The Story
Kook is an informal Mediterranean restaurant in La Dreta de l'Eixample, the eastern stretch of Barcelona's Eixample grid. It centres on rice cooking — paella and fideuà — alongside seafood dishes, and it has outdoor seating for warmer days.
The Cuisine
The kitchen specialises in Mediterranean rice: paella, the saffron-tinged rice dish cooked in a wide shallow pan, and fideuà, its close cousin made with short noodles instead of rice. Seafood runs through the menu, and there are vegetarian options too, with wine, beer, cocktails, coffee, and dessert rounding things out.
The Team
The focus here is rice and seafood cooked in the Mediterranean tradition, the kind of dishes built for sharing across a table. It's an informal format aimed at lunch and dinner rather than fine dining.
Highlights
What Diners Say
Consensus
Kook Ratings & Reviews
Diner Ratings
4.5
3,920 reviews
TripAdvisor
4.6
672 reviews
Kook ranks #545 of 1077 rated restaurants in Barcelona. Diners rate it 4.5/5 on Google (3,920 reviews) and 4.6/5 on TripAdvisor (672 reviews).
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Reservations
How to Book Kook
Booking
Reservations are accepted, which is worth doing for the terrace or a larger table. Check current opening hours before you go, since they can change.
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Experience
Kook Dining Experience
It's an informal place with a terrace, set up for groups and good with kids. Beyond wine there's beer, cocktails, coffee, and dessert, so it works for a full sit-down meal or something lighter.
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Kook Location & Neighbourhood
Getting There
Kook is in La Dreta de l'Eixample, in Barcelona's Eixample district.
Nearby
La Dreta de l'Eixample is the grid's polished eastern half, with wide pavements and a steady mix of everyday restaurants and terraces. It's an easy area to land in for a sit-down lunch.
Details
Kook Reservations, Hours & Contact
Opening Hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 12:00–23:00 |
| Tuesday | 12:00–23:00 |
| Wednesday | 12:00–23:00 |
| Thursday | 12:00–23:00 |
| Friday | 12:00–23:30 |
| Saturday | 12:00–23:30 |
| Sunday | 12:00–23:00 |
Kook hours verified 2026-06-14. Contact the restaurant to confirm.
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Social
From @kookbcn on Instagram
En @kookbcn cada plato es elaborado con ingredientes frescos y de alta calidad. Trabajamos día a día para brindar a quienes nos visitan una experiencia gastronómica llena de sabores acompañado de una cálida atención. #paella #arrocería #paseostjoan
Ya probaste nuestros súper nachos??? Pico de gallo, frijoles negros, queso cheddar, Jalapeños, carne de ternera. Te esperamos @kookbcn
El momento que todos esperan: Un Arroz de Costilla recién hecho en camino a tu mesa, listo para disfrutar. 📍 Reserva tu mesa en Pg. de Sant Joan, 85 🕘 O pide tus arroces para llevar - #kook #arrosseria #avdiagonal #avenidadiagonal #sagradafamilia #foodiesbarcelona #foodiesbcn #barcelonarestaurant
Questions
Kook FAQ
What kind of food does Kook serve?
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Mediterranean food with a focus on rice — paella and fideuà — along with seafood dishes and wine. Vegetarian options are available.
Where is Kook?
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In La Dreta de l'Eixample, in Barcelona's Eixample district.
Does Kook take reservations?
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Yes, reservations are accepted. It's worth booking for the terrace or a bigger group.
Is Kook good for groups and kids?
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Yes — Google lists it as good for groups and good for children, and there's outdoor seating.
Are there vegetarian options at Kook?
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Yes, Google lists vegetarian options as available.
What's the difference between paella and fideuà at a place like Kook?
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Both are Mediterranean dishes cooked in a wide shallow pan; paella uses rice while fideuà uses short noodles instead. Kook serves both.