Mikan
Mikan
Mikan is a North-East Asian wine bar on Carrer d'Aribau in the Eixample, opened in April 2023 by chef Dan Jin ('Tan'), Woody Wang, and Arthur Holland Michel. The kitchen blends Japanese, Chinese, and Korean cuisines in small-plate format, paired with natural wines from Spain and France.
Background
About Mikan
The Story
Mikan opened in April 2023, founded by chef Dan Jin (known as 'Tan'), Woody Wang, and Arthur Holland Michel. Before the physical restaurant, the team experimented with private dinners, bento box delivery, and homemade chili crisp. 'Mikan' means 'mandarin' in Japanese and is also the name of chef Tan's cat. The concept blends Dan Jin's North Korean, Chinese, and Japanese heritage into a wine bar format with small plates and natural wines.
The Cuisine
Chef Dan Jin serves North-East Asian small plates blending Japanese, Chinese, and Korean traditions, paired with natural wines primarily from Spain and France. The dinner menu spans house kimchi (6 EUR), dumplings in spicy Sichuan sauce (15 EUR), nanban crispy chicken (17 EUR), prawns with kimchi mayo (17 EUR), and stir-fried entrecot with black pepper sauce (21 EUR). Around 35 EUR per person without drinks.
The Team
Chef and co-founder Dan Jin ('Tan') has North Korean and Chinese heritage and spent years in Japan, blending all three cuisines. Co-founders Woody Wang and Arthur Holland Michel complete the team.
Highlights
What Diners Say
Consensus
Mikan Ratings & Reviews
Professional Ratings
Diner Ratings
4.6
674 reviews
Yelp
4.0
25 reviews
Diners rate it 4.6/5 on Google (674 reviews) and 4.0/5 on Yelp (25 reviews).
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Reservations
How to Book Mikan
Booking
Reservations recommended, especially for Friday-Saturday dinner. Book online via the restaurant website at mikanbarcelona.com or by phone at +34 931 388 471.
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Experience
Mikan Dining Experience
A cozy, intimate wine bar with unpretentious decor. Small space with a casual, neighbourhood feel. Small terrace on the street. Good for dates, friends, and solo diners looking for natural wine and Asian small plates.
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Mikan Location & Neighbourhood
Getting There
Located on Carrer d'Aribau in l'Antiga Esquerra de l'Eixample, between Diagonal and Corsega. A cozy wine bar in a residential stretch of the Eixample, surrounded by quality restaurants along Aribau and Corsega.
Nearby
L'Antiga Esquerra de l'Eixample is a residential area in Barcelona's Left Eixample, known for its wide boulevards, Modernista architecture, and a dense concentration of quality restaurants along Aribau, Corsega, and surrounding streets.
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Details
Mikan Reservations, Hours & Contact
Opening Hours
| Day | Hours |
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| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 19:00–23:00 |
| Wednesday | 19:00–23:00 |
| Thursday | 19:00–23:00 |
| Friday | 13:00–16:00 & 19:00–00:00 |
| Saturday | 13:00–16:00 & 19:00–00:00 |
| Sunday | Closed |
Mikan hours verified 2026-03-01. Contact the restaurant to confirm.
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Good to Know
Social
From mikanbcn on Instagram
We're hiring 🍽️🧡 Looking for someone to join our kitchen team — someone with commercial kitchen experience, a real love for cooking, and the motivation to grow with us🧡 We want someone hands-on, hardworking, positive, and excited to be part of a small team that cares deeply about food, quality, an
Fresh kimchi every week 😘
Our signature beef salad. Roll the veggies with the beef, that's how we eat it ;) 🥢
Crispy Nanban chicken 🍗 🍋
Bye dry January, it's February now🍷🧚♀️
It's almost weekend again 🥳🧡
Questions
Mikan FAQ
What type of Asian cuisine does Mikan serve?
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Mikan serves North-East Asian small plates blending Japanese, Chinese, and Korean traditions. Chef Dan Jin draws from his North Korean and Chinese heritage plus years spent in Japan. Signature dishes include dumplings in spicy Sichuan sauce, nanban crispy chicken, and house kimchi.
How much should I expect to spend at Mikan?
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Around 35 EUR per person without drinks. Cold dishes range from 6-15 EUR (house kimchi, creamy tofu), while hot dishes cost 12-21 EUR (dumplings 15 EUR, nanban chicken 17 EUR, stir-fried entrecot 21 EUR). They also offer a natural wine list primarily from Spanish and French producers.
Do I need reservations at Mikan?
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Reservations are recommended, especially for Friday-Saturday dinner service. You can book online at mikanbarcelona.com or call +34 931 388 471. The restaurant also welcomes walk-ins when space allows.
What's the story behind chef Dan Jin and Mikan?
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Chef Dan Jin ('Tan') co-founded Mikan in April 2023 with Woody Wang and Arthur Holland Michel. Before opening, they experimented with private dinners and bento box delivery. 'Mikan' means 'mandarin' in Japanese and is also the name of chef Tan's cat.
How do I get to Mikan in the Eixample?
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Mikan is located on Carrer d'Aribau 158 in l'Antiga Esquerra de l'Eixample. Take metro to Provença station (L6/L7/S1/S2) for a 5-minute walk, or Urgell (L1) for an 11-minute walk. It's in a residential area surrounded by quality restaurants.
Does Mikan accommodate vegetarians and vegans?
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Yes, Mikan offers vegetarian and vegan options as highlighted on their menu. The restaurant focuses on small plates for sharing, making it easy to create plant-based meals from their North-East Asian menu.
When is Mikan open for lunch versus dinner?
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Mikan is dinner-only Tuesday through Thursday (19:00-23:00). They serve both lunch (13:00-16:00) and dinner (19:00-00:00) on Friday and Saturday, with a set lunch menu available. Closed Monday and Sunday.