Last Monkey
Last Monkey
Italian chef Stefano Mazza runs Last Monkey, a tiny Sant Antoni tapas bar whose four-square-metre kitchen turns out punchy pan-Asian small plates for sharing.
Background
About Last Monkey
The Story
Last Monkey is the personal project of Italian chef Stefano Mazza, who spent years as a graphic designer in Milan and at Barcelona's TV3 before turning to cooking. After a first venture with an Italian concept in Sant Gervasi, he opened Last Monkey on Comte Borrell with a tight focus on Asian small plates served tapas-style. The kitchen is famously small, around four square metres, but the output is ambitious and precise.
The Cuisine
The menu is short and built for sharing, inspired by flavours from across Asia with occasional Italian and Mediterranean touches. Best-sellers include La Berenjena (Chinese eggplant confit in soy and oil with sweet chili) and the Monkey Bowl (basmati rice with confit eggplant and four-hour pulled pork). The kitchen leans into spice, curries and vegetables, with standout dishes like Korean-style tartar, Caesar gyozas, butter chicken brioche and Beef Rendang finished with spicy Italian 'nduja oil. Pairings run from local wines to well-pulled beers and Asian-inspired cocktails.
The Team
Chef-owner Stefano Mazza runs the kitchen and front of house with a small team. His background outside hospitality shows in the restaurant's visual identity and tightly edited menu, while his cooking has earned praise from, La Vanguardia and El Periódico for punching well above its size.
Highlights
What Diners Say
Consensus
Last Monkey Ratings & Reviews
Professional Ratings
Diner Ratings
4.6
1,057 reviews
Yelp
4.8
4 reviews
Diners rate it 4.6/5 on Google (1,057 reviews) and 4.8/5 on Yelp (4 reviews).
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Reservations
How to Book Last Monkey
Booking
Last Monkey operates a compact schedule, Wednesday through Saturday, lunch and dinner, inside a tiny dining room with a kitchen of roughly 4 square metres. Seats fill quickly, so advance reservations are strongly recommended, especially for weekends. Walk-ins may be possible at the bar but are not guaranteed.
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Experience
Last Monkey Dining Experience
Last Monkey is a deliberately tiny, high-energy dining room in Sant Antoni, warm neon lighting, a long marble counter and an open kitchen barely larger than a walk-in closet. The mood is casual and loud, with a bar-style informality that suits the tapas format. The food does the heavy lifting, and the room feels like an extension of Chef Mazza's own personality.
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Last Monkey Location & Neighbourhood
Getting There
Last Monkey sits on Carrer del Comte Borrell, just 50 metres from the renovated Mercat de Sant Antoni. The Sant Antoni neighbourhood has become one of Barcelona's most dynamic dining districts, and Last Monkey's small storefront, marked by neon signage reading 'Asian Kitchen & Bar', fits naturally among its independent bars and shops.
Nearby
Sant Antoni has grown into one of Barcelona's most talked-about dining neighbourhoods, anchored by the renovated Mercat de Sant Antoni and a wave of independent restaurants, natural-wine bars and bakeries. The area keeps a residential, local feel while drawing food-focused visitors from across the city.
Details
Last Monkey Reservations, Hours & Contact
Opening Hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 13:00–15:30 & 20:00–22:30 |
| Thursday | 13:00–15:30 & 20:00–22:30 |
| Friday | 13:00–15:30 & 20:00–23:30 |
| Saturday | 13:00–16:00 & 20:00–23:30 |
| Sunday | Closed |
Last Monkey hours verified 2026-04-01. Contact the restaurant to confirm.
Contact
Recommended. Bookings available through the restaurant website.
Good to Know
Questions
Last Monkey FAQ
What kind of food does Last Monkey serve?
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Last Monkey serves pan-Asian tapas, small plates inspired by countries across Asia with occasional Italian and Mediterranean touches. The menu is designed for sharing and leans into spice, curries and vegetables. Best-sellers include La Berenjena (confit Chinese eggplant) and the Monkey Bowl with pulled pork.
Who is the chef at Last Monkey?
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Last Monkey is run by Italian chef-owner Stefano Mazza, who moved into cooking after years as a graphic designer in Milan and Barcelona. He previously ran an Italian concept called La Piccolina before opening Last Monkey on Comte Borrell.
Do I need a reservation at Last Monkey?
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Reservations are strongly recommended. The restaurant is small and its limited Wed–Sat schedule means tables book up quickly, especially on weekends. Bookings can be made through the restaurant's website.
How much should I expect to spend at Last Monkey?
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Last Monkey is approachable on price, tapas run €5–7 and mains around €8–11. Most diners spend roughly €25–40 per person including drinks, making it one of Sant Antoni's better-value modern Asian options.
What days is Last Monkey open?
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Last Monkey opens Wednesday through Saturday, for both lunch (13:00–15:30 or 16:00) and dinner (20:00–22:30 or 23:30). It is closed Sunday, Monday and Tuesday.
Is Last Monkey good for vegetarians or vegans?
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Yes, several dishes are vegetarian or vegan, including La Berenjena, Aguacate Boondi and the Avocado Spicy Bowl. Note that soy sauce is used in most savoury dishes, so traces of gluten are present.