Rasoterra
Rasoterra
Repsol RecommendedFeatured in Spain's Repsol Guide as a recommended restaurant for quality dining.Rasoterra is a plant-based bistrot on Carrer del Palau in the Barri Gòtic, running a single fixed-price menu of four courses that changes with what local farms are delivering.
Background
About Rasoterra
The Story
Rasoterra opened in the Barri Gòtic in 2013, founded by Chiara, Daniele and Guillem as one of Barcelona's first serious plant-based bistrots, inspired by the Slow Food movement and a commitment to local, responsibly grown ingredients. It went fully plant-based in 2020, building a reputation for seasonal cooking that drew vegetarians, vegans and curious omnivores alike. TV3's Joc de Cartes and La Sexta's El Comidista have both named it among Spain's best vegetarian addresses.
The Cuisine
The kitchen, led by Alicante-born chef Adriana Carcelén, works from a single fixed-price menu (aperitif, starter, main, dessert) that changes often with the rhythm of nearby farms and gardens. Dishes draw on Catalan and Mediterranean traditions reimagined without animal products: calçots with quince romesco, arròs de Pals with asparagus and oyster mushrooms, smoked celery flan with carrot soup, sweet potato gnocchi with leeks and broad beans, an ode to extra-virgin olive oil. Most of the menu is gluten-free and everything is vegan.
The Team
Rasoterra was founded by Chiara, Daniele and Guillem, three Slow Food-minded hospitality veterans who opened the restaurant in 2013. The kitchen is led by chef Adriana Carcelén from Alicante, and the house places equal weight on fair wages, humane schedules and long relationships with the small producers whose vegetables, pulses, grains and natural wines define the menu.
Highlights
What Diners Say
Consensus
Rasoterra Ratings & Reviews
Professional Ratings
Diner Ratings
4.6
2,016 reviews
Diners rate it 4.6/5 on Google (2,016 reviews).
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Reservations
How to Book Rasoterra
Booking
Rasoterra serves dinner Wednesday through Saturday and lunch on Saturday and Sunday, with a single fixed menu format. The intimate Gothic Quarter dining room fills quickly, especially for weekend lunch, so advance booking is strongly recommended. Tables are held for the whole party and the menu is designed to be shared.
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Experience
Rasoterra Dining Experience
A warm, bistrot-style dining room with wooden tables, mismatched art, natural-wine bottles on the sideboard and big windows looking onto a narrow Gothic Quarter lane. The vibe is unhurried, conversational and distinctly neighbourhood, more Slow Food canteen than fine-dining theatre.
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Rasoterra Location & Neighbourhood
Getting There
Rasoterra sits on Carrer del Palau in the heart of Barcelona's Barri Gòtic, a quiet lane a few minutes from Plaça Sant Jaume and Jaume I metro. The medieval streets around the restaurant connect easily to the cathedral, Plaça Reial and the waterfront, making it a natural stop on a day spent exploring the old city.
Nearby
The Barri Gòtic is Barcelona's medieval core, a dense grid of narrow streets south of Plaça de Catalunya that holds the cathedral, Roman walls and Plaça Reial. Carrer del Palau sits on the quieter southern edge, between Plaça Sant Jaume and the waterfront, where small galleries, natural-wine bars and independent shops sit alongside historic landmarks.
Details
Rasoterra Reservations, Hours & Contact
Opening Hours
| Day | Hours |
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| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 19:30–23:00 |
| Thursday | 19:30–23:00 |
| Friday | 19:30–23:00 |
| Saturday | 13:00–16:00 & 19:30–23:00 |
| Sunday | 13:00–16:00 |
Rasoterra hours verified 2026-04-01. Contact the restaurant to confirm.
Contact
Required. Book directly via the restaurant website. Groups up to 8 accepted directly; 9–12 through the reservations page; larger groups by email to info@rasoterra.cat.
Good to Know
Social
From rasoterrabcn on Instagram
Calçots escalivats with quince romesco, Kalamata olive soil and grapefruit granita — a Catalan classic reworked with smoke, sweetness, acidity and a wilder edge.
International Women's Day tribute to hands that prepare food, share knowledge and care without asking for recognition — strong, sensitive, wise, tireless hands.
Surprise Mediterranean dessert — bay leaf ice cream (yes, from the kitchen herb) with white chocolate, aromatic and refreshing.
Celebrating a third consecutive year as a Guía Repsol 2026 Recommended restaurant, with the same commitment to good, clean and fair food.
Farewell toast for Pauli — the most authentic, full of energy, the one who made guests come in out of curiosity and stay for her.
Night in the Gòtic. You see the sign lit up and you already know the plan looks good — intimate table, warm light and seasonal plant-based cooking.
Questions
Rasoterra FAQ
Is Rasoterra fully vegan or just vegetarian?
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Rasoterra has been 100% plant-based (vegan) since 2020. Before that it operated as a vegetarian bistrot. Today the entire food menu, including desserts, and all drinks are plant-based.
How does the menu at Rasoterra work?
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Rasoterra serves a single fixed-price format at €35 per person: aperitif of the day, starter, main and dessert (water included). If you skip dessert you can order a second starter instead. A natural-wine or non-alcoholic pairing is €13 extra (total €48). Snacks and bread are optional à la carte additions.
What are Rasoterra's opening hours and how do I book?
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Rasoterra is open Wednesday–Saturday 19:30–23:00 and Saturday–Sunday 13:00–16:00. It is closed Monday and Tuesday. Reservations are required and can be made through the restaurant website; larger groups (9+) need to request directly via the reservations page or by emailing info@rasoterra.cat.
Where exactly is Rasoterra located in Barcelona?
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Rasoterra is at Carrer del Palau, 5, 08002 Barcelona, in the Barri Gòtic. The closest metro is Jaume I (L4), about a 4-minute walk; Liceu (L3) is roughly 7 minutes away. The restaurant sits on a quiet lane a few minutes from Plaça Sant Jaume.
How often does the menu at Rasoterra change?
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The carta changes frequently depending on what local producers are bringing in. Most dishes are gluten-free or have a gluten-free option, and the kitchen checks for allergies and intolerances at the table. Ingredients like garlic, onion and soya are hard to remove entirely, so diners with those restrictions should mention them when booking.
Is Rasoterra good for natural wine?
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Yes. Rasoterra is listed in the Raisin natural-wine guide and has been pouring low- and no-sulphite wines from small independent producers for years. The pairing option is built around those wines and includes a non-alcoholic equivalent for diners who prefer kombuchas, organic soft drinks and microfiltered water.