La Maroteca
La Maroteca
La Maroteca is a wild fish and seafood restaurant on Carrer de Mallorca, 314, in la Dreta de l'Eixample. Wild fish and seafood only, from the Comes family's fishing boat in Vilanova i la Geltrú.
Background
About La Maroteca
The Story
La Maroteca was built around a single idea: wild fish and seafood sourced from the Comes family's own fishing boat in Vilanova i la Geltrú, the Garraf coast town 50 kilometres south of Barcelona. The restaurant describes itself as six generations breathing the sea, with the motto 'De la mar, amb ànima' (from the sea, with soul). The kitchen follows the catch, not the other way around, what arrives at the table is whatever came off the boat, prepared without elaboration. A live fish counter inside the dining room, the pescadería viva, puts the day's haul in full view. In la Dreta de l'Eixample, the restaurant has built a loyal following among diners who trust the sourcing.
The Cuisine
A wild fish and seafood kitchen, pescado salvaje, with produce sourced exclusively from the Comes family's fishing boat operating out of Vilanova i la Geltrú. Only wild fish and seafood are served; no farmed product. The kitchen's approach is ingredient-led: product arrives at the table without sauces or added complexity, allowing the freshness to speak for itself. The wine list is short but selective. Paella and rice dishes with seafood are also among the kitchen's specialities.
The Team
La Maroteca is run by the Comes family across three roles: Agustí handles the boat and the fish, walking the dining room to recommend the day's catch; Olga leads the kitchen, cooking simply to let the product lead; and Andrea welcomes guests at the door. The restaurant is the sixth generation of the family's relationship with the sea.
Highlights
What Diners Say
Consensus
La Maroteca Ratings & Reviews
Professional Ratings
Wild fish and seafood restaurant in la Dreta de l'Eixample. Average spend €60.
Diner Ratings
4.5
628 reviews
Professional recognition includes Macarfi food 7.7/10. Diners rate it 4.5/5 on Google (628 reviews).
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Reservations
How to Book La Maroteca
Booking
La Maroteca serves lunch daily from 12:30 to 16:45 (kitchen closes at 16:00) and dinner Monday through Saturday from 19:30 to 23:30 (kitchen closes at 22:30). Sunday is lunch only. Reservations are recommended, the restaurant fills with regulars. Book online at lamarotecabarcelona.es or call +34 934 247 094.
Experience
La Maroteca Dining Experience
A produce-led seafood restaurant with a warm neighbourhood feel, review mining captures it: 'elegant, refined, ingredient-led', 'service warm, attentive, polished'. 's Decor 6.9 and Service 7.2 reflect a well-run room that prioritises the product over the setting. The small terrace (8.32m²) is available for outdoor seating. Regulars come back for the sourcing, not the spectacle.
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La Maroteca Location & Neighbourhood
Getting There
La Maroteca is on Carrer de Mallorca, 314, in la Dreta de l'Eixample, on the right side of the Eixample grid, east of Passeig de Gràcia. The nearest metro stations are Passeig de Gràcia (L2, L3, L4, approximately 400m walk) and Verdaguer (L4, L5, approximately 350m walk). Paid parking is available nearby.
Nearby
La Dreta de l'Eixample is the right-hand (eastern) side of Barcelona's Eixample grid, bounded by Passeig de Gràcia to the west and Passeig de Sant Joan to the east. Carrer de Mallorca runs east–west through the neighbourhood, a mixed residential and gastronomic strip that includes some of Barcelona's most celebrated restaurants. The area draws a professional and cosmopolitan local clientele rather than a tourist crowd.
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Details
La Maroteca Reservations, Hours & Contact
Opening Hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 12:30–16:45 & 19:30–23:30 |
| Tuesday | 12:30–16:45 & 19:30–23:30 |
| Wednesday | 12:30–16:45 & 19:30–23:30 |
| Thursday | 12:30–16:45 & 19:30–23:30 |
| Friday | 12:30–16:45 & 19:30–23:30 |
| Saturday | 12:30–16:45 & 19:30–23:30 |
| Sunday | 12:30–16:45 |
La Maroteca hours verified 2026-04-01. Contact the restaurant to confirm.
Contact
Recommended. Book at lamarotecabarcelona.es/reserva or call +34 934 247 094 / +34 601 371 959.
Good to Know
Social
From lamarotecabarcelona on Instagram
En marzo el mar empieza a despertar. Y cuando las aguas están más revueltas, salen escórporas como esta. En La Maroteca, te las servimos en su mejor momento. - In March, the sea begins to awaken. And when the waters are at their roughest, scorpionfish like this one emerge. At La Maroteca, we ser
Las mejores reviews se hacen a mano. Y se guardan con cariño 💙 - Les millors reviews es fan a mà. I es guarden amb afecte 💙 LA MAROTECA MARISC · PEIX SALVATGE 📍 Carrer Mallorca 314, Barcelona
Un buen marinero sabe que su mayor tesoro lo espera en tierra: SU FAMILIA. ✨Celebra el Día del Padre con él donde más le gustará ir. A La Maroteca. - LA MAROTECA MARISC · PEIX SALVATGE 📍 Carrer Mallorca 314, Barcelona
En La Maroteca, las mesas se llenan de familia, amigos y momentos. Marisco y pescado fresco, espacios acogedores y el cuidado de una familia de pescadores. Aquí empieza vuestro próximo plan. ⚓️✨ - A La Maroteca, les taules s'omplen de família, amics i moments. Marisc i peix fresc, espais acollid
Saber elegir 🐟 también es saber disfrutar. Mirar el brillo, oler el mar, tocar la textura. El buen producto se reconoce. En La Maroteca seleccionamos cada pieza como lo haría un pescador: con conocimiento, experiencia y mucho cuidado. ⚓️ - Saber triar 🐟 també és saber gaudir-ne. Mirar la brill
En la mesa también importa cómo te hacen sentir. 🍽️✨ - At the table, how you feel matters too. 🍽️✨ LA MAROTECA MARISC · PEIX SALVATGE 📍 Carrer Mallorca 314, Barcelona
Questions
La Maroteca FAQ
What is La Maroteca's menu and does it change daily?
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La Maroteca's menu changes daily based on the catch from the Comes family's own fishing boat in Vilanova i la Geltrú. No fixed menu is published online since everything depends on what comes off the boat that day. The kitchen specializes in wild fish prepared simply without sauces, seafood rice (arròs de marisc), and fresh seasonal shellfish.
What does 'peix salvatge' mean at La Maroteca?
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Peix salvatge means 'wild fish' - La Maroteca serves only wild-caught fish and seafood, nothing farmed. All product comes from the Comes family's fishing boat operating out of Vilanova i la Geltrú, ensuring complete traceability and freshness.
How much does it cost to eat at La Maroteca?
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The average spend at La Maroteca is approximately €60 per person without drinks. Since the menu is market-priced and changes with the daily catch, prices vary, but expect fish and seafood dishes typically in the €55-70 range per person.
Where exactly is La Maroteca located in Barcelona?
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La Maroteca is located at Carrer de Mallorca, 314 in la Dreta de l'Eixample. The nearest metro station is Verdaguer (L4/L5), just a 3-minute walk away, or Girona (L4) which is a 7-minute walk.
Do I need reservations at La Maroteca?
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Yes, reservations are recommended. You can book online at lamarotecabarcelona.es/reserva or call +34 934 247 094.
What are La Maroteca's opening hours?
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La Maroteca serves lunch daily from 12:30 to 16:45 and dinner Monday through Saturday from 19:30 to 23:30. Sunday is lunch only - no dinner service on Sundays.
What makes La Maroteca different from other Barcelona seafood restaurants?
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La Maroteca is built around the Comes family's own fishing boat in Vilanova i la Geltrú, giving it complete control over sourcing. They serve only wild fish and seafood with no farmed products, and their philosophy 'De la mar, amb ànima' (from the sea, with soul) means minimal preparation to let the product's freshness speak for itself.