Mont Bar
MichelinThe Michelin Guide awards stars for outstanding cooking. Two stars: excellent cooking, worth a detour.
RepsolSpain's Repsol Guide awards up to 3 Soles for culinary excellence. One sol: notable quality.Mont Bar
MichelinThe Michelin Guide awards stars for outstanding cooking. Two stars: excellent cooking, worth a detour.RepsolSpain's Repsol Guide awards up to 3 Soles for culinary excellence. One sol: notable quality.Chef Fran Agudo runs this corner gastro-bar in l'Antiga Esquerra de l'Eixample where diners can eat at the bar, a chef's counter, or the dining room proper. Named after the owners' hometown of Mont in Val d'Aran, the kitchen builds on traditional Catalan and Spanish tapas culture with seasonal creativity and precise technique.
Background
About Mont Bar
The Story
Small places often hide the biggest surprises. Mont Bar is one of them. Chef Fran Agudo runs this corner bar in l'Antiga Esquerra de l'Eixample with the spirit and ambition of a gastronomic restaurant, one that has earned two Michelin stars while refusing to abandon the format that makes it unusual. The owners hail from Mont in Val d'Aran, and the counter remains central to the experience: diners can eat at the bar, at the chef's table, or in the dining room proper, all with access to the same kitchen and the same creative rigour. Repsol's guide recognised it with 1 Sol, and Michelin, which describes the cooking as "excellent" and worth a detour, has now placed it among Barcelona's top tier.
The Cuisine
The kitchen builds on traditional Catalan and Spanish tapas culture, then pushes it forward. Seasonal produce drives the menu; small plates and tapas are the primary language, allowing diners to eat broadly across the kitchen's range. Two tasting menus offer a more structured route through the cooking, running through a sequence of dishes that combine precise technique with clearly legible flavour. 's food score of 9.1/10 is among the highest in the city. Google reviewers consistently highlight artfully presented dishes built on seasonal ingredients, matched with an extensive wine list that takes Iberian and international producers seriously.
The Team
Fran Agudo leads the kitchen at Mont Bar. His cooking centres on the idea that a gastro-bar should demand the same craft and seasonal attentiveness as any formal restaurant, the format is casual; the cooking is not. The front-of-house team, noted by for solid service, manages a dining room that includes a large communal table, a chef's counter, and a sheltered outdoor terrace.
Highlights
What Diners Say
Consensus
Mont Bar Ratings & Reviews
Professional Ratings
"Excellent cooking", worth a detour
1 Sol, rating
Aggregated across multiple platforms
Haute cuisine
Diner Ratings
4.5
1,585 reviews
Yelp
4.2
83 reviews
Professional recognition includes 2 Michelin stars and 1 Repsol sol. Diners rate it 4.5/5 on Google (1,585 reviews) and 4.2/5 on Yelp (83 reviews).
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Reservations
How to Book Mont Bar
Booking
Reservations are required and strongly recommended well in advance, Mont Bar's two Michelin stars and devoted local following mean tables, particularly for dinner, go quickly. Bookings can be made through the restaurant's website at montbar.com. The restaurant operates Tuesday through Saturday for both lunch and dinner, with Monday dinner service also available. Last-minute cancellations do occur, so it is worth checking for openings if your preferred date is fully booked.
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Experience
Mont Bar Dining Experience
Mont Bar occupies a luminous, well-designed corner space that feels deliberately relaxed despite the two stars overhead. A large communal table anchors the room; a chef's counter runs alongside the kitchen; a sheltered terrace adds outdoor seating. The bar remains the focal point: this is, by design, a place where you can drop in for a glass of wine and a few plates, or settle in for a full tasting menu. Both are equally valid.
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Mont Bar Location & Neighbourhood
Getting There
Mont Bar occupies the ground floor of a building on the corner of Carrer de la Diputació and Carrer d'Aribau, in the l'Antiga Esquerra de l'Eixample neighbourhood. The address sits deep in Barcelona's Eixample grid, within easy reach of the Universitat and Urgell metro stations on Lines 1 and 2.
Nearby
L'Antiga Esquerra de l'Eixample is one of Barcelona's most gastronomically dense neighbourhoods, sitting within the broader Eixample grid that houses more Michelin-recognised restaurants than any other district in the city. The area blends residential streets with a thriving bar and restaurant culture, Mont Bar's gastro-bar format fits the neighbourhood's character precisely.
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Details
Mont Bar Reservations, Hours & Contact
Opening Hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 18:15–21:30 |
| Tuesday | 13:00–14:15 & 18:45–22:00 |
| Wednesday | 13:00–14:15 & 18:45–22:00 |
| Thursday | 13:00–14:15 & 18:45–22:00 |
| Friday | 13:00–14:15 & 18:45–22:00 |
| Saturday | 13:00–14:15 & 18:45–22:00 |
| Sunday | Closed |
Mont Bar hours verified 2026-03-01. Contact the restaurant to confirm.
Contact
Required. Bookings available through the restaurant website.
Good to Know
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Questions
Mont Bar FAQ
How many Michelin stars does Mont Bar have?
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Mont Bar holds two Michelin stars, described by Michelin as "excellent cooking, worth a detour." The restaurant also holds 1 Repsol Sol, making it one of Barcelona's most highly acclaimed dining establishments with exceptional professional recognition for its gastro-bar format.
How much does the tasting menu cost at Mont Bar?
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Mont Bar offers two tasting menus: the Classic Menu at €190 (19 courses) and the extended Mont Menu at €240 (24 courses). Wine pairings are available for €120-145 additional, and non-alcoholic pairings for €95.
How far in advance do I need to make a reservation at Mont Bar?
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Reservations are required and should be made well in advance through the restaurant's website at montbar.com. Due to Mont Bar's two Michelin stars and devoted local following, tables go quickly, particularly for dinner service. Last-minute cancellations do occur, so it's worth checking for openings if your preferred date is fully booked.
What is the dress code at Mont Bar?
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Mont Bar maintains a relaxed gastro-bar atmosphere despite its two Michelin stars, so smart casual attire is appropriate. The bar format makes it more informal than traditional fine dining establishments, though guests are welcome to dress up for the occasion.
Does Mont Bar offer à la carte dining or only tasting menus?
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While Mont Bar primarily focuses on two tasting menus (Classic at €190 and Mont at €240), the restaurant maintains its gastro-bar roots. Diners can eat at the bar, chef's table, or dining room with access to the same creative seasonal Catalan cuisine from chef Fran Agudo.
Who is the chef at Mont Bar and what makes the restaurant unique?
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Chef Fran Agudo leads Mont Bar's kitchen, earning two Michelin stars while maintaining the restaurant's distinctive gastro-bar format. The restaurant uniquely combines the accessibility of a corner bar with gastronomic excellence, building on traditional Catalan and Spanish tapas culture with seasonal creativity and precise technique.
What are Mont Bar's opening hours and location?
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Mont Bar is located at Carrer de la Diputació, 220 in Eixample and is open Monday 18:15–21:30, Tuesday–Saturday 13:00–14:15 & 18:45–22:00, and closed Sundays. The restaurant is a 5-minute walk from Universitat metro station (L1/L2) and 6 minutes from Urgell (L1).