Norte
Norte
Norte is a compact, daytime-only Spanish tapas bar on Carrer de la Diputació, run as a neighbourhood spot by three long-time friends for over a decade.
Background
About Norte
The Story
Norte has been a fixture on Carrer de la Diputació for over a decade, founded by three friends, graduates in philosophy, journalism, and art history, who set out to run a small, no-frills spot serving the Galician and Basque tapas they grew up eating. The restaurant has stayed faithful to that original premise: a tight counter, a short daily menu, and a loyal neighbourhood clientele of office workers and local residents.
The Cuisine
The kitchen works in a traditional Spanish tapas register with clear Galician and Basque accents, reworked in small-plate format. Daily specials drive the menu alongside reliable mainstays: tortilla de patatas, pan amb tomàquet, merluza a la romana with lemon mayonnaise, garbanzos with cocochas de bacalao in salsa verde, patatas Bonilla con salsa brava, and seasonal salads. Produce comes from organic suppliers; cooking is simple, technique-honest, and priced for an everyday lunch.
The Team
Norte is run as a small, owner-operated bar-restaurant rather than a chef-driven concept, no headline chef, no tasting menu, no ambition to be any of that. The same few hands run the counter, the kitchen, and the dining room, which is a large part of why regulars have stuck around for more than a decade.
Highlights
What Diners Say
Consensus
Norte Ratings & Reviews
Professional Ratings
Diner Ratings
4.5
546 reviews
Yelp
4.2
11 reviews
Norte is rated 4.5/5 on Google (546 reviews) and 4.2/5 on Yelp (11 reviews). The restaurant appears in Time Out Barcelona and Barcelona city directory listings as a neighbourhood tapas bar in la Dreta de l'Eixample.
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Reservations
How to Book Norte
Booking
Norte runs daytime service only, Monday through Friday from 08:00 to 16:00, closed weekends. The bar-style counter and compact dining room take walk-ins throughout the morning and lunch rush, though calling ahead at +34 935 287 676 is smart around the 13:00–14:30 lunch peak when office workers from the Eixample fill the space. No online booking platform; phone is the most reliable option.
Experience
Norte Dining Experience
A compact, bright corner bar-restaurant: white walls, a marquee-lit NORTE sign, a small counter with stools, and a handful of tables. Casual and unpretentious, designed for quick breakfasts, morning coffees, and weekday lunches rather than lingering dinners.
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Norte Location & Neighbourhood
Getting There
Norte occupies a corner on Carrer de la Diputació at number 321, steps from Girona metro in the heart of la Dreta de l'Eixample. The narrow, bar-led room opens directly onto the pavement, a tiny neighbourhood spot surrounded by offices, modernist façades, and residential blocks rather than tourist traffic. Its daytime-only hours and low-key setup make it a go-to for local workers and residents more than visitors.
Nearby
La Dreta de l'Eixample represents Barcelona's most refined residential and cultural quarter, characterized by Modernist architecture, tree-lined avenues, and an abundance of acclaimed restaurants and galleries. This prestigious neighbourhood attracts Barcelona's most discerning residents and visitors. The area offers excellent metro connections while maintaining an unhurried, sophisticated atmosphere.
Details
Norte Reservations, Hours & Contact
Opening Hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 08:00–16:00 |
| Tuesday | 08:00–16:00 |
| Wednesday | 08:00–16:00 |
| Thursday | 08:00–16:00 |
| Friday | 08:00–16:00 |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Norte hours verified 2026-03-01. Contact the restaurant to confirm.
Contact
Walk-ins welcome. Bookings accepted by phone at +34 935 287 676.
Good to Know
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Questions
Norte FAQ
What kind of food does Norte serve?
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Norte is a small Spanish tapas bar-restaurant serving Galician and Basque-influenced small plates alongside breakfast and lunch classics. The menu rotates with market produce and typically includes tortilla de patatas, pan amb tomàquet, merluza a la romana with lemon mayonnaise, garbanzos with cocochas de bacalao in salsa verde, patatas Bonilla con salsa brava, and seasonal salads.
What are Norte's opening hours?
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Norte is open Monday through Friday from 08:00 to 16:00 and is closed on Saturdays and Sundays. It runs daytime service only, breakfast, morning coffees, and lunch, with no evening service.
How much does it cost to eat at Norte?
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Norte is a budget-friendly spot. Expect to spend under €25 per person for a typical lunch with a drink. Small plates and tapas generally sit in the €3–€7 range, with daily specials and bocadillos similarly priced.
Do I need a reservation at Norte?
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No reservation is required, Norte accepts walk-ins throughout the day. For the 13:00–14:30 lunch rush, when nearby office workers tend to fill the space, calling ahead at +34 935 287 676 is a good idea. There is no online booking system.
Where is Norte located?
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Norte is at Carrer de la Diputació, 321, 08009 Barcelona, in the Dreta de l'Eixample neighbourhood. It is a two-minute walk from Girona metro station on the L4 line, and about six minutes from Tetuan on L2.