Montiel
Montiel
Montiel is a small tasting-menu restaurant tucked into a medieval lane in El Born, where Ferran Bofarull cooks and co-founder Marcos Eiras runs the dining room.
Background
About Montiel
The Story
Montiel is a small tasting-menu restaurant tucked into Carrer dels Flassaders, one of the quieter medieval streets in El Born. Co-founder Marcos Eiras runs the dining room while Ferran Bofarull leads the kitchen, and the team treats every service as a single composed sequence rather than a list of dishes. Around 80 percent of the produce comes from small Catalan suppliers, including peas from El Maresme, and the format has evolved over the years from a casual gastronomic space into a focused tasting destination.
The Cuisine
The cooking is rooted in traditional Catalan and Mediterranean technique with modern, restrained plating. The eight-course tasting menu reads as a single arc, each course setting up the next rather than standing alone. Highlights have included home-made duck-liver mi-cuit with quince and pistachio, glazed squab with creamy wild-mushroom rice, and seasonal vegetable courses built around the kitchen's small-producer network. The full menu is offered in regular, vegetarian, gluten-free, and lactose-free versions without compromising the sequence.
The Team
Ferran Bofarull leads the kitchen and Marcos Eiras runs the dining room. The duo describes the meal in cinematic terms, framing each course as a director's establishing shot, and that storytelling instinct is reflected in the pacing of the room and the way wines are introduced. Service is calm and precise, with the team comfortable explaining producers, technique, and substitutions for any dietary brief.
Highlights
What Diners Say
Consensus
Montiel Ratings & Reviews
Professional Ratings
Cosy, well-lit Born space with traditional cuisine and modern touches.
Diner Ratings
4.3
1,021 reviews
Yelp
4.7
92 reviews
Time Out Barcelona rates it 4/5. Diners give it 4.3/5 on Google (1,021 reviews) and 4.7/5 on Yelp (92 reviews).
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Reservations
How to Book Montiel
Booking
Reservations are strongly recommended given the small dining room and the tasting-menu format. Lunch and dinner are served Monday and Wednesday through Sunday, with Tuesday as the weekly closing day. Mention dietary restrictions when booking, the kitchen routinely accommodates vegetarian, gluten-free, and lactose-free guests.
Experience
Montiel Dining Experience
Cosy, well-lit dining room with thoughtful music and unfussy contemporary decor. A casual wine-bar area sits alongside the more formal upstairs space, and the room stays calm enough to follow a multi-course meal without distraction.
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Montiel Location & Neighbourhood
Getting There
Montiel sits on Carrer dels Flassaders, a narrow medieval lane running between Passeig del Born and the Picasso Museum in the heart of El Born. The location places diners a short walk from Santa Maria del Mar, the Born Cultural Centre, and several of Ciutat Vella's most respected wine bars and restaurants. Jaume I metro is the closest stop, with Arc de Triomf a few minutes further north.
Nearby
Sant Pere, Santa Caterina i la Ribera, the Born quarter inside Ciutat Vella, is one of Barcelona's most layered dining neighbourhoods, anchored by Santa Maria del Mar, the Picasso Museum, and Passeig del Born. The medieval lanes hold a dense mix of acclaimed restaurants, wine bars, and artisan workshops within a few minutes' walk of one another.
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Details
Montiel Reservations, Hours & Contact
Opening Hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 13:00–15:00 & 19:00–22:30 |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 13:00–15:00 & 19:00–22:30 |
| Thursday | 13:00–15:00 & 19:00–22:30 |
| Friday | 13:00–15:00 & 19:00–22:30 |
| Saturday | 13:00–15:00 & 19:00–22:30 |
| Sunday | 13:00–15:00 & 19:00–22:30 |
Montiel hours verified 2026-04-01. Contact the restaurant to confirm.
Contact
Recommended. Book through the restaurant's website or by phone.
Good to Know
Questions
Montiel FAQ
What type of cuisine does Montiel Barcelona serve?
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Montiel serves modern Catalan and Mediterranean cuisine in tasting-menu format. The kitchen builds an eight-course sequence around small Catalan producers, with around 80 percent of the produce coming from local suppliers, and offers regular, vegetarian, gluten-free, and lactose-free versions of the menu.
How much does the tasting menu cost at Montiel Barcelona?
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The eight-course tasting menu is around €70 per person, or about €100 with wine pairings. A vegetarian tasting menu is offered at around €60. Prices were verified in April 2026 and may change, check the restaurant's website for current pricing.
Where is Montiel restaurant located in Barcelona?
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Montiel is at Carrer dels Flassaders, 19, in the El Born quarter of Ciutat Vella. Jaume I metro (L4) is about a 6-minute walk and Arc de Triomf (L1) about 9 minutes.
Who is the chef at Montiel Barcelona?
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Ferran Bofarull leads the kitchen and co-founder Marcos Eiras runs the dining room. The team frames each meal as a single composed sequence rather than a series of standalone plates.
What are Montiel's opening hours in Barcelona?
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Montiel serves lunch from 13:00 to 15:00 and dinner from 19:00 to 22:30, Monday and Wednesday through Sunday. The restaurant is closed on Tuesdays.
Do I need a reservation at Montiel Barcelona?
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Yes, reservations are strongly recommended. The dining room is small and the tasting-menu format relies on a fixed schedule, so booking through the restaurant's website or by phone in advance is the safest approach.
Does Montiel accommodate dietary restrictions?
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Yes. Montiel offers vegetarian, gluten-free, and lactose-free versions of the full tasting menu. Mention any dietary needs when booking so the kitchen can prepare the correct sequence.