Mano Rota
Mano Rota
Mano Rota is a Mediterranean-fusion spot in El Poble-sec, where Catalan market cooking picks up Peruvian, Japanese and Venezuelan influences. Google describes it as seasonal, inventive fusion dishes and Spanish wines in a stylish space with exposed brickwork. Figure on roughly €30 per person à la carte, with a tasting menu around €60 if you want to hand the kitchen the wheel.
Background
About Mano Rota
The Story
Mano Rota sits in El Poble-sec, in Barcelona's Sants-Montjuïc district. The dining room leans stylish and pared-back, built around exposed brickwork, and the kitchen runs on seasonal, market-led cooking.
The Cuisine
The food is Mediterranean fusion: a Catalan, market-driven base that pulls in Peruvian, Japanese and Venezuelan influences. Google's own summary calls it seasonal, inventive fusion paired with Spanish wines. You can go à la carte or take the tasting menu and let the kitchen lead.
The Team
The kitchen works around what's in season, so the lineup shifts with the market rather than staying fixed. The cross-cultural mix runs through the cooking rather than sitting in one corner of the menu.
Highlights
What Diners Say
Consensus
Mano Rota Ratings & Reviews
Diner Ratings
4.6
891 reviews
TripAdvisor
4.2
488 reviews
Mano Rota ranks #608 of 1077 rated restaurants in Barcelona. Diners rate it 4.6/5 on Google (891 reviews) and 4.2/5 on TripAdvisor (488 reviews).
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Reservations
How to Book Mano Rota
Booking
Reservations are accepted, so it's worth booking ahead, especially for dinner or a larger table. Check the restaurant's current hours before you go, since they can change.
Experience
Mano Rota Dining Experience
It's a stylish, brick-walled room with wine, beer, cocktails, coffee and dessert all on offer. Easy enough for a relaxed dinner or a group sit-down.
Navigate
Mano Rota Location & Neighbourhood
Getting There
Mano Rota is in El Poble-sec, the neighbourhood that climbs toward Montjuïc in Barcelona's Sants-Montjuïc district.
Nearby
El Poble-sec is one of the city's denser eating neighbourhoods, packed with small kitchens and tapas bars along streets like Carrer de Blai. It draws a local, walk-around crowd in the evenings.
Details
Mano Rota Reservations, Hours & Contact
Opening Hours
| Day | Hours |
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| Monday | 13:00–16:00 & 20:30–24:00 |
| Tuesday | 13:00–16:00 & 20:30–24:00 |
| Wednesday | 13:00–16:00 & 20:30–24:00 |
| Thursday | 13:00–16:00 & 20:30–24:00 |
| Friday | 13:00–16:00 & 20:30–24:00 |
| Saturday | 13:00–16:00 & 20:30–24:00 |
| Sunday | Closed |
Mano Rota hours verified 2026-06-14. Contact the restaurant to confirm.
Contact
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Social
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Questions
Mano Rota FAQ
What kind of food does Mano Rota serve?
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Mediterranean fusion: Catalan market cooking with Peruvian, Japanese and Venezuelan influences. Google describes it as seasonal, inventive fusion dishes with Spanish wines.
How much does it cost to eat at Mano Rota?
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Around €30 per person à la carte. There's also a tasting menu at roughly €60.
Where is Mano Rota?
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In El Poble-sec, in Barcelona's Sants-Montjuïc district.
Do you need a reservation at Mano Rota?
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Reservations are accepted, so booking ahead is a good idea, especially for dinner or groups.
Does Mano Rota serve lunch and dinner?
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Yes, it serves both lunch and dinner, with à la carte and tasting-menu options.
What does Mediterranean fusion mean at Mano Rota?
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It's a Catalan, market-led base that brings in Peruvian, Japanese and Venezuelan influences, served seasonally à la carte or as a tasting menu.