Uma
Uma
Michelin SelectedSelected by the Michelin Guide inspectors as a restaurant offering good cooking.Uma is a Michelin-selected creative gastronomy restaurant in Barcelona's Eixample, led by chef Iker Erauzkin. Three tasting menus (Essence, Classic, and Grand Gourmet) are served from an open-view kitchen in a synchronized format where all diners begin their surprise menu simultaneously.
Background
About Uma
The Story
Uma takes its name from the Swahili word for 'fork', a choice that signals both a global perspective and a sharp culinary identity. The restaurant has earned Michelin Guide selection for its creative approach to fine dining, three tasting menus of increasing depth, served in a synchronized format where every diner begins the surprise menu at the same time. The concept creates a shared, undistracted experience built around discovery rather than routine.
The Cuisine
Uma's cuisine is creative gastronomy rooted in Mediterranean tradition and the best available seasonal ingredients. Chef Iker Erauzkin presents his work through three tasting menu formats: Essence (8 courses, a shorter but intense introduction to Uma's style), Classic (10–12 courses, approximately 2 hours 30 minutes, the signature seasonal offering), and Grand Gourmet (an extended and personalised version of Classic, with premium ingredients and direct chef supervision). All menus are surprises, dishes are revealed course by course. The kitchen champions sustainability and deep respect for raw ingredients.
The Team
The kitchen at Uma is led by chef Iker Erauzkin, who oversees the creative direction of all three tasting menus and whose name appears on the Grand Gourmet experience as a mark of direct personal involvement. Michelin inspectors highlight the completely open-view kitchen at the centre of the dining room, allowing guests to watch Erauzkin and the team in action from their tables. Google reviewers award the restaurant 4.5 out of 5 from 561 reviews.
Highlights
What Diners Say
Consensus
Uma Ratings & Reviews
Professional Ratings
Selected
Diner Ratings
4.5
561 reviews
Yelp
5.0
23 reviews
Professional recognition includes a Michelin Guide Selected listing. Diners rate it 4.5/5 on Google (561 reviews) and 5.0/5 on Yelp (23 reviews).
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Reservations
How to Book Uma
Booking
Uma serves lunch (13:30) on Monday, Friday and Saturday, and dinner (20:30) on Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The restaurant is closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays (groups by reservation only). Reservations must be made and confirmed ahead of time, as all diners at each sitting start their surprise tasting menu simultaneously. Booking several days in advance is recommended, particularly for weekends.
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Experience
Uma Dining Experience
Uma's dining room centres on a completely open-view kitchen, allowing guests to watch chef Iker Erauzkin and the team work throughout the meal. Michelin inspectors describe the ambience as informal yet elegant, perfect for couples. The space is intimate and personal, consistent with a format where all diners start together and experience the meal as one shared event.
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Uma Location & Neighbourhood
Getting There
Uma is located at Carrer de Mallorca, 275, in the la Dreta de l'Eixample neighbourhood of Barcelona. The central Eixample location places it within easy reach of public transport and surrounded by the district's signature Modernista architecture.
Nearby
La Dreta de l'Eixample is the right-hand side of Barcelona's grand Eixample grid, home to landmark buildings along Passeig de Gracia and a dense concentration of upscale dining and retail. Uma sits in exceptional company: Lasarte (3 Michelin stars) is 174 metres away and Solc (Michelin Selected) is 150 metres away.
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Details
Uma Reservations, Hours & Contact
Opening Hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 13:30–16:30 & 20:30–23:30 |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | 20:30–23:30 |
| Friday | 13:30–16:30 & 20:30–23:30 |
| Saturday | 13:30–16:30 & 20:30–23:30 |
| Sunday | 20:30–23:30 |
Uma hours verified 2026-03-01. Contact the restaurant to confirm.
Contact
Required and must be confirmed in advance. Bookings via the restaurant website.
Good to Know
Social
From espaciouma on Instagram
Cuando el ingrediente principal es el TIEMPO....
Queremos iniciar el año con toda una declaración de intenciones!! Queremos celebrar el reconocimiento que más ilusión nos hace año tras año, por apostar por una propuesta y una cocina al margen de tendencias, silenciosa pero comprometida con una gastronomía razonable. Humilde en medios pero siempre
Reconocidos y recomendados un año más por @michelinguide @michelinespana ! Nos sentimos afortunados por el abrazo recibido y más que agradecidos!! Empeño, constancia, perseverancia y entrega son nuestros pilares! Sobre ellos hemos construido nuestro presente y sobre ellos construiremos nuestro futur
Felices fiestas a todos!!! Desde @espaciouma nos sentimos súper afortunados de poder seguir ofreciendo nuestro cariño año tras año a todos los que acudís a celebrar la gastronomía a nuestro lado !! Muchísimas gracias de todo corazón!!!! Este año estamos abrumados por la cantidad de bonos regalo que
✨ Descobreix el segell BOQ a @espaciouma 😋 UMA és la materialització del somni del xef @ikererauzkin : una nova manera d'entendre la gastronomia, creativa, responsable i profundament lligada al producte. Format a París i amb arrels basques, Erauzkin proposa una cuina d'autor inspirada en l'horta l
Flan de miso... la complejidad de las cosas simples...
Questions
Uma FAQ
What does Uma's synchronized dining experience mean?
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At Uma, all diners begin their surprise tasting menu at exactly the same time, creating a shared experience built around collective discovery. This format ensures everyone experiences the meal as one unified event, with dishes revealed course by course to the entire dining room simultaneously.
What are the differences between Uma's three tasting menus?
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Uma offers Essence (8 courses, a shorter introduction to their creative style), Classic (10-12 courses taking approximately 2.5 hours, their signature seasonal offering), and Grand Gourmet (an extended premium version with direct supervision by chef Iker Erauzkin). All menus are surprises with dishes revealed course by course.
Why is Uma closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays?
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Uma serves lunch (from 13:30) on Monday, Friday and Saturday, and dinner (from 20:30) on Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday, remaining closed Tuesdays and Wednesdays to groups only. The restaurant requires advance confirmed reservations due to its synchronized tasting menu format where all diners must start together.
Can you see the kitchen while dining at Uma?
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Yes, Uma features a completely open-view kitchen at the center of the dining room, allowing guests to watch chef Iker Erauzkin and his team work throughout the meal. Michelin inspectors specifically highlight this transparent kitchen setup as part of the restaurant's appeal.
How do I get to Uma in Eixample?
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Uma is located at Carrer de Mallorca 275 in la Dreta de l'Eixample. The closest metro stations are Diagonal (L3/L5) at 6 minutes walk and Verdaguer (L4/L5) at 7 minutes walk, placing it in the heart of Barcelona's central district surrounded by Modernista architecture.
What kind of cuisine does chef Iker Erauzkin serve at Uma?
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Chef Iker Erauzkin presents creative Mediterranean gastronomy using innovative techniques and seasonal ingredients. The kitchen champions sustainability and deep respect for raw ingredients, with all dishes served as surprises through the tasting menu format rather than à la carte ordering.