Morralet
Morralet
Morralet is a Japanese-Mediterranean market kitchen at Carrer de Benet Mercadé, 21-23 in la Vila de Gràcia, opened in August 2021 by chef Gonzalo Álvarez (ex-Mugaritz, ex-Ogasawara Hakushakutei Tokyo). Email: hola@morralet.com.
Background
About Morralet
The Story
Morralet opened on 17 August 2021 at Carrer de Benet Mercadé, 21-23 in la Vila de Gràcia, in the space that had housed the first Capet. The restaurant is built on a simple idea: the best seasonal Mediterranean produce treated with Japanese technique and precision. The kitchen describes itself as 'an honest, creative market kitchen with fresh produce as the protagonist.' A local-leaning audience from Gràcia has made it a neighbourhood foodie destination rather than a tourist stop.
The Cuisine
Japanese-Mediterranean fusion, applying Japanese technique to seasonal Catalan market ingredients. The menu runs from appetizers and starters through mains and rice dishes: creamy cuttlefish and prawn rice, duck-breast rice with egg sausage (arròs de magret d'ànec del Lluçanès i botifarra d'ou), surf-and-turf with scallops and crisp Iberian pork, red-legged partridge cannelloni, and braised veal cheek with potato parmentier. A five-course short tasting menu is €52 per person; a six-course menu is €59.80. Wine pairings are €25.80 and €30.80 respectively. À la carte average spend is approximately €45 without drinks.
The Team
The kitchen is led by chef Gonzalo Álvarez. Born in Caracas with Asturian and Canarian roots, he trained at the Hofmann hospitality school in Barcelona and worked at Neichel (Barcelona), L'Esguard under Miguel Sánchez Romera (Llavaneres), Sumoll (Vilafranca del Penedès) and Mugaritz in the Basque Country. At 30 he moved to Japan and cooked at Ogasawara Hakushakutei, a Tokyo restaurant with 1 Michelin star, and studied traditional Japanese cooking under Hiroyoshi Hishida of Restaurante Mibu. He returned to Barcelona after the Tokyo Olympic cycle to open Morralet in 2021. Anouar Mouchih is the pastry chef; Yumi Omiya runs the dining room.
Highlights
What Diners Say
Consensus
Morralet Ratings & Reviews
Professional Ratings
Guía Repsol 2026 Recommended
Diner Ratings
4.6
703 reviews
TripAdvisor
9.4
19 reviews
Diners rate Morralet 4.6/5 on Google (703 reviews) and 9.4/10 on TripAdvisor (19 reviews). The Guía Repsol 2026 lists it as a Recommended restaurant.
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Reservations
How to Book Morralet
Booking
Morralet is open Monday for lunch only (13:00–15:30). Tuesday through Saturday: lunch 13:00–15:30 and dinner 20:00–23:00. Closed Sunday. Reservations are recommended, particularly for dinner and Saturday. Book at morralet.com or call +34 931 155 366.
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Experience
Morralet Dining Experience
A cozy, intimate Japanese-Mediterranean market kitchen in la Vila de Gràcia, warm and casual with a refined edge. Small dining room with natural light and an open-kitchen bar; a tight, well-priced wine list; chef interaction across the pass; beautiful plating; warm, attentive service that doesn't rush you. A neighbourhood foodie destination that draws a local Gràcia audience.
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Morralet Location & Neighbourhood
Getting There
Morralet is at Carrer de Benet Mercadé, 21-23 in la Vila de Gràcia, a residential street in the interior of the Gràcia neighbourhood, away from the main tourist circuit. The nearest FGC station is Sant Gervasi (L6/S1/S2), about 2 minutes on foot; Lesseps (L3) is 6 minutes away. The location draws a predominantly local Gràcia audience.
Nearby
La Vila de Gràcia is the core of the Gràcia district, a former independent village incorporated into Barcelona in 1897, known for its dense network of small squares, independent shops, and one of Barcelona's most active restaurant scenes. The neighbourhood has a high concentration of independent, chef-driven restaurants and a local audience that is among the city's most knowledgeable about food.
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Details
Morralet Reservations, Hours & Contact
Opening Hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 13:00–15:30 |
| Tuesday | 13:00–15:30 & 20:00–23:00 |
| Wednesday | 13:00–15:30 & 20:00–23:00 |
| Thursday | 13:00–15:30 & 20:00–23:00 |
| Friday | 13:00–15:30 & 20:00–23:00 |
| Saturday | 13:00–15:30 & 20:00–23:00 |
| Sunday | Closed |
Morralet hours verified 2026-04-01. Contact the restaurant to confirm.
Contact
Recommended. Book at morralet.com or call +34 931 155 366.
Good to Know
Social
From morralet on Instagram
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Hay platos que no solo se comen… se recuerdan. ✨ En Morralet, cada detalle nace del respeto por el producto, la temporada y el placer de compartir alrededor de la mesa. Una cocina que combina tradición y creatividad para transformar ingredientes de calidad en experiencias que hablan por sí solas.
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Menú especial ♥️San Valentín ♥️14 de febrero Aperitivo : " Mar y montaña " croqueton de pollo rustido y gamba roja soasada / copa de cava gran reserva Entrante : Corazón de alcachofa , steak tartar y cecina Del mar: Catamar de playa , puré de zanahoria y cítricos , puerros confitados y picad
Questions
Morralet FAQ
What is Morralet and what type of cuisine does it serve?
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Morralet is a Japanese-Mediterranean market kitchen in la Vila de Gràcia that fuses seasonal Catalan produce with Japanese technique. The kitchen is led by chef Gonzalo Álvarez, who previously cooked at Mugaritz in the Basque Country and at Ogasawara Hakushakutei, a Tokyo restaurant with one Michelin star.
Where exactly is Morralet located in Barcelona?
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Morralet is at Carrer de Benet Mercadé, 21-23 in la Vila de Gràcia, a residential street in the interior of the Gràcia neighbourhood. The nearest stations are Sant Gervasi (FGC L6/S1/S2, 2-minute walk) and Lesseps (L3, 6-minute walk).
How much does it cost to eat at Morralet?
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À la carte average spend is approximately €45 per person without drinks, with main dishes ranging from about €17 to €23. There is a five-course short tasting menu at €52 per person and a six-course tasting menu at €59.80 per person, with wine pairings at €25.80 and €30.80 respectively.
What are Morralet's opening hours and do I need reservations?
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Morralet is open Monday for lunch only (13:00–15:30), and Tuesday through Saturday for lunch (13:00–15:30) and dinner (20:00–23:00). They are closed on Sunday. Reservations are recommended, particularly for dinner and Saturdays, book at morralet.com or call +34 931 155 366.
What dishes is Morralet known for?
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Rice dishes are a house signature, notably the duck-breast rice with egg sausage (arròs de magret d'ànec del Lluçanès i botifarra d'ou) and the creamy cuttlefish-and-prawn rice. Other standouts include the surf-and-turf with scallops and crispy Iberian pork, the red-legged partridge cannelloni, and the braised veal cheek with potato parmentier.
What's the atmosphere like at Morralet and who eats there?
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Morralet has a cozy, intimate dining room with natural light and an open-kitchen bar. It draws a predominantly local Gràcia audience rather than tourists, with warm, attentive service that doesn't rush you and a well-priced wine list.