Portolés
Portolés
Repsol SoleteRepsol's Solete distinction recognises casual dining spots, street food, and neighbourhood gems with outstanding quality.Portolés has been a Dreta de l'Eixample neighbourhood restaurant since 1966, serving traditional Catalan home cooking from a small brick-walled dining room on Carrer de la Diputació.
Background
About Portolés
The Story
Portolés has been serving the Eixample neighbourhood since 1966, when Isidro and Paquita opened the doors, and six decades in it still reads as a true cocina de toda la vida address, original tiled facade, painted panels on the brick walls, white linen on closely packed tables. Locals return for honest, unfussy Catalan home cooking at prices that have stayed genuinely accessible.
The Cuisine
The kitchen specialises in traditional Catalan home cooking: starters like gazpacho, fideuá, steamed artichokes and Cuban-style rice, followed by mains such as oven-baked pork cheeks, escalope with balsamic vinegar, duck magret, butifarra with beans, cod with tomato, fried red mullet and Navarran trout. Desserts lean classic, with crema catalana and goat's cheese yogurt with honey.
The Team
Portolés has operated as a family-run neighbourhood restaurant since 1966, founded by Isidro and Paquita and preserving the recipes and service style of a classic Eixample casa de comidas across multiple generations of guests.
Highlights
What Diners Say
Consensus
Portolés Ratings & Reviews
Professional Ratings
Diner Ratings
4.5
1,470 reviews
Yelp
4.4
19 reviews
Professional recognition includes Repsol Solete. Diners rate it 4.5/5 on Google (1,470 reviews) and 4.4/5 on Yelp (19 reviews).
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Reservations
How to Book Portolés
Booking
Portolés serves lunch and dinner Monday through Friday and lunch only on Saturday. The dining room is small and well known locally, so booking ahead by phone is recommended, particularly for weekend lunch and weekday dinner service.
Experience
Portolés Dining Experience
The dining room is a genuine Eixample time capsule: exposed brick, painted landscape panels, a tiled dado, closely spaced tables with white linens and efficient, old-school service. It feels lived-in and comfortable rather than designed, the kind of place regulars have been coming to for decades.
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Portolés Location & Neighbourhood
Getting There
Portolés sits on Carrer de la Diputació in la Dreta de l'Eixample, a few steps from Tetuan metro. The block is classic Eixample, modernist facades, wide pavements and Passeig de Sant Joan nearby, and the restaurant keeps its original "des de 1966" signage and tiled facade on a quiet corner of the grid.
Nearby
La Dreta de l'Eixample represents Barcelona's most prestigious residential and commercial district, characterized by Modernist architecture and tree-lined avenues. This neighborhood balances cosmopolitan sophistication with local character, hosting galleries, boutiques, and acclaimed restaurants. The area attracts both residents seeking refined dining and visitors exploring Barcelona's architectural heritage.
Details
Portolés Reservations, Hours & Contact
Opening Hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 13:00–16:00 & 21:00–23:00 |
| Tuesday | 13:00–16:00 & 21:00–23:00 |
| Wednesday | 13:00–16:00 & 21:00–23:00 |
| Thursday | 13:00–16:00 & 21:00–23:00 |
| Friday | 13:00–16:00 & 21:00–23:00 |
| Saturday | 13:00–16:00 |
| Sunday | Closed |
Portolés hours verified 2026-03-01. Contact the restaurant to confirm.
Contact
Recommended. Book by phone at +34 932 453 110.
Good to Know
Social
From restaurantportoles on Instagram
Dinar a @restaurantportoles . Gran descobriment a l'eixample de barcelona. L'amanida de taronja i bacallà i els cervellets a la romana són obligatoris🙌 #cuinacatalana #noperdemelporro #noperdemelsmenuts #porró #menuts #catalunya
Albóndigas con sepia
Hoy fideuá
Ensalada de queso de cabra, amanida de formatge de cabra
Questions
Portolés FAQ
What kind of food does Portolés serve?
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Portolés serves traditional Catalan home cooking. Starters include gazpacho, fideuá, steamed artichokes and Cuban-style rice; mains feature oven-baked pork cheeks, escalope with balsamic vinegar, duck magret, butifarra with beans, cod with tomato, fried red mullet and Navarran trout. Desserts include crema catalana and goat's cheese yogurt with honey.
How much does dinner cost at Portolés?
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Portolés sits at Guidavera's € price level, meaning an average meal comes in under €25 per person. It is one of the more affordable sit-down Catalan restaurants in the Eixample.
Where is Portolés located and how do I get there?
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Portolés is at Carrer de la Diputació, 375 in la Dreta de l'Eixample. The closest metro is Tetuan on line L2 (about a 4-minute walk); Monumental (L2) and Girona (L4) are both about 8 minutes on foot.
Do I need a reservation at Portolés?
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Booking is recommended, especially for weekend lunch and weekday dinner. The dining room is small and well known locally, so it can fill up. Reservations are taken by phone at +34 932 453 110.
What are the opening hours at Portolés?
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Monday through Friday the restaurant is open 13:00–16:00 for lunch and 21:00–23:00 for dinner. Saturday is lunch only, 13:00–16:00. Closed all day Sunday.
How long has Portolés been open?
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Portolés has been serving the Eixample since 1966, when Isidro and Paquita opened the doors, the original "des de 1966" signage still hangs above the Diputació facade. It remains a family-run neighbourhood restaurant rooted in traditional Catalan home cooking.
What do diners say about Portolés?
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Portolés holds a strong 4.5/5 across 1,470+ Google reviews and. Regulars consistently highlight the homestyle Catalan cooking, friendly service and fair prices for the Eixample.