Txalaparta
Txalaparta
Brothers César and Javier Uruñuela opened Txalaparta in Sants in 2002, named after the traditional Basque percussion instrument. The kitchen follows the cider-house model of northern Spain, bringing ingredients directly from Euskadi for pintxos, pochas stews, cod buñuelos, gulas and grilled meats.
Background
About Txalaparta
The Story
Txalaparta opened in Sants in 2002, named after the traditional Basque percussion instrument. Run by brothers César and Javier Uruñuela, the restaurant is modelled on the cider houses and taverns of the north, bringing raw materials directly from the Basque Country to Barcelona. A long pintxos bar fronts the dining room, which is decorated in typical Euskadi style.
The Cuisine
The kitchen serves traditional Vasco-Navarra cooking: pintxos and tapas at the bar, cod buñuelos with romesco, pochas stews, grilled meats, gulas with garlic and egg, and classic Basque fish preparations. Average spend sits around €35 per person, with a weekday set menu at the lower end.
The Team
Chef César Uruñuela leads the kitchen, working with ingredients sourced directly from Euskadi. His brother Javier runs the dining room. Together they have kept the restaurant rooted in traditional Basque cookery for more than two decades.
Highlights
What Diners Say
Consensus
Txalaparta Ratings & Reviews
Professional Ratings
Aggregated across multiple platforms
Diner Ratings
4.1
1,648 reviews
Yelp
4.2
6 reviews
Diners rate it 4.1/5 on Google (1,648 reviews) and 4.2/5 on Yelp (6 reviews).
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Reservations
How to Book Txalaparta
Booking
Txalaparta is open daily, serving lunch and dinner Monday through Saturday and lunch only on Sunday. The pintxos bar welcomes walk-ins; dining-room reservations are recommended for weekends and larger groups.
Experience
Txalaparta Dining Experience
A long pintxos bar runs the front of the room, backed by a traditional Basque-style dining room with wooden beams, rustic tables and wine bottles lining the walls. The setting leans toward the warm, casual feel of a northern cider tavern rather than a formal restaurant.
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Txalaparta Location & Neighbourhood
Getting There
Located at Carrer de Sants 146-152 in the Sants neighbourhood, Txalaparta sits on one of Barcelona's busiest commercial streets. The restaurant is easily accessible by metro, with Badal (L5) and Santa Eulàlia (L1) both roughly three minutes away on foot.
Nearby
Sants is a dynamic Barcelona neighbourhood known for its residential character, local markets, and emerging dining scene. The area maintains a distinctly Catalan spirit with family-owned shops, tapas bars, and an authentic street culture. Txalaparta fits naturally within this vibrant community, offering sophisticated cuisine to locals and visitors alike.
Details
Txalaparta Reservations, Hours & Contact
Opening Hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 12:00–00:00 |
| Tuesday | 12:00–00:00 |
| Wednesday | 12:00–00:00 |
| Thursday | 12:00–00:00 |
| Friday | 12:00–00:00 |
| Saturday | 12:00–00:00 |
| Sunday | 12:30–17:00 |
Txalaparta hours verified 2026-04-16. Contact the restaurant to confirm.
Contact
Required. Bookings available through the restaurant website.
Good to Know
Social
From txalaparta_bcn on Instagram
Hello December — one of the best times to enjoy our cooking. See our group menus online. Enjoy! — Tel 93 409 20 19
Don't let anyone tell you — come and taste what is for us a true passion: genuine Vasco-Navarra cooking in all its glory. Tel 93 409 20 19 Carrer de Sants 146-152 https://www.restaurantetxalaparta.com/ #txalaparta #restaurantetxalaparta #cocinavasca
This weekend, nothing better to start than our Pintxos Assortment. Tel 93 409 20 19
A top dining-room team — because our cooking matters as much as great service. Tel 93 409 20 19
Cod buñuelos with romesco. Thanks @mis_cocinas_y_otros_bares for the visit.
Txalaparta skillet. Tradition.
Questions
Txalaparta FAQ
What kind of cuisine does Txalaparta serve?
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Txalaparta serves traditional Basque and Vasco-Navarra cooking, modelled on the cider houses and taverns of northern Spain. The menu covers pintxos, tapas, cod buñuelos with romesco, pochas stews, grilled meats, gulas and classic Basque fish preparations, with raw materials brought directly from the Basque Country.
Who is the chef at Txalaparta?
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Chef César Uruñuela leads the kitchen at Txalaparta. He runs the restaurant with his brother Javier Uruñuela, who manages the dining room. The brothers opened Txalaparta in 2002 and have kept it rooted in traditional Basque cookery ever since.
How much does dinner cost at Txalaparta?
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Average spend sits around €35 per person for à la carte dining, typically falling in the €26–€50 range. The restaurant also offers a weekday set menu at the lower end of that bracket, plus pintxos and tapas at the bar for lighter visits.
Where is Txalaparta located in Barcelona?
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Txalaparta is at Carrer de Sants 146-152, in the Sants neighbourhood of the Sants-Montjuïc district. Badal (L5) and Santa Eulàlia (L1) metro stations are each about a three-minute walk away.
Do I need a reservation at Txalaparta?
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The pintxos bar welcomes walk-ins, but the dining room fills up on weekends and for larger groups, so reservations are recommended. Bookings can be made through the restaurant's website or by phone on +34 93 409 20 19.
What are Txalaparta's opening hours?
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Txalaparta opens Monday through Saturday from 12:00 to 00:00, serving both lunch and dinner. On Sundays the restaurant is open from 12:30 to 17:00 for lunch only.
What is the atmosphere like at Txalaparta?
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The room is built around a long pintxos bar that fronts a traditional Basque-style dining room, with wooden beams, rustic tables and wine bottles lining the walls. The feel is warm and casual, closer to a northern cider tavern than a formal restaurant.