Sun Taka
Sun Taka
Sun Taka is chef Mitsutaka Kawata's izakaya at Carrer de Bruc, 146, in la Dreta de l'Eixample. Sushi counter, wagyu A5, Japanese whisky and sake.
Background
About Sun Taka
The Story
Sun Taka is the izakaya of Osaka-born chef Mitsutaka Kawata, known as 'Taka'. He trained for eight years under Chef Nakamura at Wayo Yuzen Nakamura in Osaka, then worked in Spain at Baluarte, Can Fabes in Sant Celoni and Hotel Ferrero before running the sushi bar at Cercle d'Artistes in Barcelona for over five years. He opened Sun Taka on Carrer de Bruc as his own take on izakaya, the Japanese neighbourhood tavern.
The Cuisine
Izakaya-style Japanese cooking with a broad carta: fish, seafood, sushi, meat and wagyu A5, ingredient-led and seasonal in the traditional Japanese manner. The sushi counter is the focal point, with Taka working the bar himself. The menu is organised into Sugerencias, Carta, Bodega (wines and sake) and Postres, though dish-level content is not published online. Average spend €55 per person without drinks.
The Team
Chef-owner Mitsutaka Kawata runs the kitchen alongside a team of Japanese cooks. Kawata is an ambassador of the Cook & Chef Institute. The focus is on product, precise knife work at the counter, and consistency across services.
Highlights
What Diners Say
Consensus
Sun Taka Ratings & Reviews
Professional Ratings
Japanese sushi restaurant in la Dreta de l'Eixample. Average spend €55.
9.5/10 from 2,453 ratings, among the highest TheFork scores for Japanese cuisine in Barcelona.
Diner Ratings
4.6
906 reviews
TripAdvisor
9.2
Aggregated
Professional recognition includes Macarfi food 7.7/10. Diners rate it 4.6/5 on Google (906 reviews) and 9.2/10 on TripAdvisor.
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Reservations
How to Book Sun Taka
Booking
Sun Taka is open Wednesday through Sunday for both lunch (13:00–15:30) and dinner (20:00–23:00). Closed Monday and Tuesday. Reservations are recommended, the restaurant is consistently highly rated and fills regularly. Call +34 932 502 349.
Experience
Sun Taka Dining Experience
A compact Japanese restaurant with bar seating and a small terrace, review mining: 'elegant, intimate, refined, modern'; 'service attentive, polished, warm'; 'hard to book, doesn't rush you'. The bar seating allows for counter dining. The interior is functional rather than elaborate. The focus is the product and the execution.
Navigate
Sun Taka Location & Neighbourhood
Getting There
Sun Taka is on Carrer de Bruc, 146, in la Dreta de l'Eixample, the right side of the Eixample grid, between Avinguda Diagonal and Carrer de Provença. The nearest metro is Verdaguer (L4, L5, approximately 350m walk) or Diagonal (L3, L5, approximately 500m walk).
Nearby
La Dreta de l'Eixample is the right (eastern) side of Barcelona's Eixample grid, the quadrant between Passeig de Gràcia and Passeig de Sant Joan, and between the Diagonal and Gran Via. Carrer de Bruc runs north–south through the neighbourhood, intersecting the grid's east–west residential and commercial streets. The area draws a professional local clientele; it has a denser concentration of quality independent restaurants than most Barcelona neighbourhoods of comparable size.
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Details
Sun Taka Reservations, Hours & Contact
Opening Hours
| Day | Hours |
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| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| 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 | 13:00–15:30 & 20:00–23:00 |
Sun Taka hours verified 2026-04-01. Contact the restaurant to confirm.
Contact
Recommended. Call +34 932 502 349.
Good to Know
Questions
Sun Taka FAQ
What can I see on Sun Taka's menu?
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Sun Taka's carta is organised in four sections: Sugerencias (seasonal suggestions), Carta (fish, seafood, sushi, meat and wagyu A5), Bodega (sake, Japanese whisky and wine) and Postres. Dish-level content is not published online and changes with market sourcing.
Where exactly is Sun Taka located in Barcelona?
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Sun Taka is located at Carrer de Bruc, 146, in la Dreta de l'Eixample (the right side of the Eixample district). It's just a 2-minute walk from Verdaguer metro station (L4/L5) and 8 minutes from Diagonal station (L3/L5).
What are people saying about Sun Taka in reviews?
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Reviewers consistently praise the sushi counter, fresh fish, wagyu and sake selection, noting the restaurant's reliable quality from service to service.
Does Sun Taka have bar seating for sushi?
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Yes, Sun Taka offers bar seating alongside regular table dining, which allows you to watch the kitchen prepare the sushi. The restaurant occupies a compact space with both counter seating and a small 4.5m² terrace for outdoor dining.
How much should I expect to spend at Sun Taka?
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The average spend at Sun Taka is approximately €55 per person without drinks, placing it at the mid-to-high price point within Barcelona's Japanese category.
When is Sun Taka open and how do I make a reservation?
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Sun Taka is open Wednesday through Sunday for lunch (13:00-15:30) and dinner (20:00-23:00), closed Monday and Tuesday. Reservations are highly recommended, call +34 932 502 349.