L'Italiano Perso
L'Italiano Perso
L'Italiano Perso is a tiny handmade pasta trattoria on Carrer d'Homer in El Putxet, opened in 2022 by Miguel Puchol of the Mantequerias Pirenaicas group. About 14 seats with an open kitchen. Authentic carbonara with guanciale and pecorino. Pasta dishes from 12.50 to 17. Owner-chefs serve directly.
Background
About L'Italiano Perso
The Story
L'Italiano Perso opened in 2022, founded by Miguel Puchol, who also runs the Mantequerias Pirenaicas restaurant group (19+ establishments in Barcelona including Trattoria Enriquetto, Fidelio, Two Patties, and Txiribita). Puchol studied advertising and marketing at INSA Barcelona, where his final-year business plan became the blueprint for his first restaurant. He opened L'Italiano Perso after being unable to find a proper carbonara in his neighbourhood, converting a former delivery kitchen into an intimate trattoria.
The Cuisine
The kitchen team serves authentic Italian cuisine focused on handmade pasta. The flagship dish is the carbonara made properly with guanciale, pecorino romano, egg, and pepper (no cream). Also features arrabiata, amatriciana, lasagna, ravioli di funghi, pistachio pesto pasta, and burrata salad. Pasta dishes range from 12.50-17.90 EUR. Around 25 EUR per person without drinks.
The Team
The kitchen team is led by owner Miguel Puchol of the Mantequerias Pirenaicas group. The owner-chefs serve directly, creating a personal experience. Google reviewers give it 4.7/5 from 827 reviews.
Highlights
What Diners Say
Consensus
L'Italiano Perso Ratings & Reviews
Professional Ratings
Italian, pasta, locals, good value
Diner Ratings
4.7
827 reviews
Professional recognition includes Macarfi food 6.9/10. Diners rate it 4.7/5 on Google (827 reviews).
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Reservations
How to Book L'Italiano Perso
Booking
Reservations essential -- fewer than 10 tables with approximately 14 seats. Book by phone at +34 932 176 900 or online via CoverManager. Fills up quickly, especially on weekends.
Experience
L'Italiano Perso Dining Experience
A tiny, intimate trattoria with fewer than 10 tables and about 14 seats, converted from a former delivery kitchen. Open kitchen where you can watch the pasta being made. Cosy and personal -- the owner-chefs serve directly. Casual, neighbourhood feel. Can feel slightly cramped but adds to the charm.
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L'Italiano Perso Location & Neighbourhood
Getting There
Located on Carrer d'Homer in el Putxet i el Farro, a quiet residential neighbourhood in the upper part of Sarria-Sant Gervasi. A tiny trattoria converted from a former delivery kitchen, founded by Miguel Puchol of the Mantequerias Pirenaicas restaurant group.
Nearby
El Putxet i el Farro is a quiet, residential neighbourhood in the upper part of Barcelona's Sarria-Sant Gervasi district. The area has a village-like character with tree-lined streets, local shops, and an increasingly interesting restaurant scene, attracting a mix of families and young professionals.
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Details
L'Italiano Perso Reservations, Hours & Contact
Opening Hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 13:00–15:30 & 20:30–23:30 |
| Thursday | 13:00–15:30 & 20:30–23:30 |
| Friday | 13:00–15:30 & 20:30–23:30 |
| Saturday | 13:00–15:30 & 20:30–23:30 |
| Sunday | 13:00–15:30 |
L'Italiano Perso hours verified 2026-03-01. Contact the restaurant to confirm.
Contact
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Good to Know
Social
From litalianoperso on Instagram
El otro día fuimos a cenar a @litalianoperso y todavía estamos soñando con su carbonara. Sinceramente, la mejor que hemos probado hasta ahora 🤤✨ El local es pequeñito, de esos que pasan desapercibidos, pero la calidad... brutal. Cada plato estaba increíble y se nota el cariño con el que cocinan. Si bu
@litalianoperso Comida en @litalianoperso del grupo @mantequeriaspirenaicas Italiano con recetas italianas clásicas donde te puedes comer una de las mejores carbonaras de Barcelona. --- 1.📷 Pesto di pistacchio 2.📷 Carbonara(😮💨) 3.📷 Provola fondente al peperoncino 4-5.📷 Finto tiramisù alla nu
Probando L'Italiano Perso, en Barcelona 😋 Recupero este vídeo de hace un tiempo porque el restaurante me encantó!! 🔝 📍Carrer d'Homer, 18 #barcelona #barcelonarestaurants #barcelonafood #restaurantesbarcelona #italiano
probando por primera vez la "zozzona" y otros hits de 👀 @litalianoperso
La prima molona de la carbonara se llama zozzona y ha llegado para quedarse. Misma base: huevo, guanciale y pecorino romano, pero con un plus de rock'n roll por el tomate y el pimiento. La encontrarás en @litalianoperso 🤌🏼 🫶🏼 La pasta al pesto de pistacho y la bomba pistachera de postre; no se que
🍝 BEST PASTA IN BARCELONA En Barcelona hay muchos #italianos ... Pero pocos como este. Vinimos por su famosa #carbonara , que ya sabiamos que era un espectáculo – cremosa, auténtica y bien de #guanciale –, pero lo que no nos esperábamos es que el #pesto de #pistacho nos gustara tanto, prueba y verás
Questions
L'Italiano Perso FAQ
How hard is it to get a table at L'Italiano Perso in El Putxet?
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Reservations are essential as L'Italiano Perso has fewer than 10 tables with only about 14 seats total. The restaurant fills up quickly, especially on weekends. Book by phone at +34 932 176 900 or online via CoverManager.
Does L'Italiano Perso make their carbonara with cream like most Barcelona restaurants?
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No, L'Italiano Perso makes authentic carbonara properly with guanciale, pecorino romano, egg, and pepper, no cream.
How do I get to L'Italiano Perso from central Barcelona?
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Take Metro L3 to Vallcarca station, then it's just a 4-minute walk to Carrer d'Homer, 18 in El Putxet. Alternatively, you can take L7 to Pàdua station, which is an 8-minute walk away.
What can I expect to pay for dinner at L'Italiano Perso?
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Around 25 EUR per person without drinks. Pasta dishes range from 12.50 to 17.90 EUR, with starters like burrata at 16 EUR and beef carpaccio at 17 EUR.
Is L'Italiano Perso part of a restaurant group or independently owned?
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L'Italiano Perso is owned by Miguel Puchol, who runs the Mantequerias Pirenaicas restaurant group with 19+ establishments in Barcelona.
Can I watch the pasta being made at L'Italiano Perso?
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Yes, L'Italiano Perso has an open kitchen where you can watch the handmade pasta being prepared. The owner-chefs also serve directly at the tables.
Is L'Italiano Perso open for Sunday dinner?
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No, L'Italiano Perso is only open Sunday for lunch (13:00-15:30). For dinner, they're open Wednesday through Saturday from 20:30-23:30. They're completely closed on Mondays and Tuesdays.