Virens
Virens
Repsol RecommendedFeatured in Spain's Repsol Guide as a recommended restaurant for quality dining.Michelin SelectedSelected by the Michelin Guide inspectors as a restaurant offering good cooking.Virens is the culinary project of chef Rodrigo de la Calle, housed in the ground floor of Hotel Almanac on Barcelona's Gran Via.
Background
About Virens
The Story
Virens is the culinary project of chef Rodrigo de la Calle, housed in the ground floor of Hotel Almanac on Barcelona's Gran Via. The restaurant has earned recognition from the Michelin Guide, which lists it as a Selected restaurant. Under the day-to-day direction of chef Giovanni Esteve, Virens has established itself as a destination for vegetable-centred contemporary Mediterranean cuisine in the heart of the Eixample.
The Cuisine
Virens centres its kitchen on vegetables and greens, treating them as the protagonists of every course, though the menu also incorporates seafood and meat in supporting roles. The cooking is contemporary and Mediterranean, built on proximity products and a commitment to healthy, creative preparations. Three tasting menus span the range: the 8-step Gastrobotanic, the 9-step Land and Sea, and the full 15-step Mediterranean Experience.
The Team
Virens is a project conceived by Rodrigo de la Calle, with Giovanni Esteve leading the kitchen as head chef. Together, they oversee a team focused on vegetable-driven contemporary cuisine at Hotel Almanac.
Highlights
What Diners Say
Consensus
Virens Ratings & Reviews
Professional Ratings
Selected
Guía Repsol 2026 Recommended
Diner Ratings
4.3
553 reviews
TheFork
9.3
973 reviews
TripAdvisor
4.4
83 reviews
Professional recognition includes Michelin Selected and Macarfi food 7.5/10. Diners rate it 4.3/5 on Google (553 reviews), 9.3/10 on TheFork (973 reviews), and 4.4/5 on TripAdvisor (83 reviews).
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Reservations
How to Book Virens
Booking
Reservations at Virens are required and can be made through the restaurant's website via SevenRooms. The restaurant is open daily, serving lunch from 13:00 to 15:00 and dinner from 19:30 to 22:00. Virens Bar is open daily 11:00 to 23:00 for casual gourmet tapas without reservation. Given its Michelin selection and hotel location, booking several days in advance is advisable, particularly for weekend dinner service. Gift cards available.
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Experience
Virens Dining Experience
Virens occupies a spacious, high-ceilinged ground-floor space inside Hotel Almanac, creating a bright and sophisticated dining room where guests feel at ease. The restaurant also offers outdoor seating, and the interior is fully air-conditioned.
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Virens Location & Neighbourhood
Getting There
Virens is located at Gran Via de les Corts Catalanes 619, inside Hotel Almanac in the la Dreta de l'Eixample neighbourhood. The restaurant sits along one of Barcelona's main boulevards, well connected by public transport and within walking distance of Passeig de Gracia.
Nearby
La Dreta de l'Eixample is the right-hand side of Barcelona's iconic grid-plan Eixample district, home to landmark buildings along Passeig de Gracia and some of the city's most recognized dining establishments. The neighbourhood blends high-end shopping, modernist architecture, and a dense concentration of restaurants. Virens sits on Gran Via de les Corts Catalanes, one of the area's principal thoroughfares.
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Details
Virens Reservations, Hours & Contact
Opening Hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 13:00–15:00 & 19:30–22:00 |
| Tuesday | 13:00–15:00 & 19:30–22:00 |
| Wednesday | 13:00–15:00 & 19:30–22:00 |
| Thursday | 13:00–15:00 & 19:30–22:00 |
| Friday | 13:00–15:00 & 19:30–22:00 |
| Saturday | 13:00–15:00 & 19:30–22:00 |
| Sunday | 13:00–15:00 & 19:30–22:00 |
Virens hours verified 2026-03-01. Contact the restaurant to confirm.
Contact
Required. Bookings available through the restaurant website.
Good to Know
Social
From virensbarcelona on Instagram
Los arroces forman parte esencial de nuestra cocina. Nos gusta trabajarlos cuidando el fondo, el punto y el ingrediente que los acompaña. Platos pensados para disfrutar y exprimir al máximo el sabor de cada ingrediente.
Esta Pascua damos forma a un proyecto muy especial junto a nuestro chef @rdelacalle y el reconocido pastelero @oriolcarriobarcelona Presentamos una selección de huevos de chocolate que rompen con lo previsible, llevando nuestro enfoque plant-based a un terreno más creativo dentro de la pastelería
Hojas de escarola con huevas de mújol y vinagreta de granada. Un plato que trabaja el contraste desde el producto: amargor vegetal, matiz marino y acidez que equilibra el conjunto. Ligero, preciso y pensado para que cada ingrediente se exprese con claridad en el plato.
La visión de @rdelacalle ha sido esencial para dar forma a lo que somos hoy. Su manera de entender el vegetal desde el origen, la sensibilidad y la exploración define el ADN de Virens. Esa mirada continúa evolucionando y desarrollándose junto al equipo en cada nueva etapa. Una identidad que sigue cr
Tiramisú cremoso de alcachofa de Jerusalén, cacao de ajo negro y bizcocho de malta. Una reinterpretación contemporánea del postre clásico desde nuestra identidad vegetal. Nace de mirar el producto desde otro lugar y transformarlo en algo delicado, intenso y diferente.
Two disciplines, one story 🎨🍽️ This month in Almanac Goes Art, artist Jimmy Millán @jimmy_millan and Virens Restaurant @virensbarcelona with chef Gio Esteve unveil a unique collaboration that brings visual art and gastronomy together. Jimmy Millán has created a limited edition tableware set of seve
Questions
Virens FAQ
What's the difference between Virens' three tasting menus?
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Virens offers three distinct experiences: the 8-step Gastrobotanic menu (€70) is 100% vegetable-focused, introducing their green cuisine concept. Land and Sea (€85, 9 steps) combines plant-based dishes with premium seafood. The ultimate 15-step Mediterranean Experience (€105) showcases their full concept with greens alongside high-quality meats and fish.
How do I get to Virens from central Barcelona?
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Virens is located inside Hotel Almanac on Gran Via de les Corts Catalanes, 619 in la Dreta de l'Eixample. Take metro to Passeig de Gràcia (L2/L3/L4) for a 6-minute walk, or Catalunya station (L1/L3) for a 7-minute walk. The restaurant sits on one of Barcelona's main boulevards with excellent public transport connections.
Can I order à la carte at Virens instead of the tasting menus?
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Yes, Virens offers a full à la carte menu alongside their three tasting menus. Dishes range from €4 appetizers like spinach and kale croquettes to €38 mains like organic veal sirloin. The à la carte maintains their vegetable-forward approach with options like pea soup with wok vegetables (€26) and green asparagus rice (€28).
Who are the chefs behind Virens' vegetable-focused concept?
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Virens is the culinary project of chef Rodrigo de la Calle, one of Spain's foremost champions of plant-based fine dining and pioneer of 'gastrobotánica' cooking. Head chef Giovanni Esteve leads the day-to-day kitchen operations. Together they've created a restaurant that Michelin inspectors say 'elevates vegetarian cooking to another level.'
How much should I budget for dinner at Virens with wine pairings?
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Expect €113-169 per person for a tasting menu with wine pairing. The Gastrobotanic menu with wine costs €113, Land and Sea with pairing is €134, and the full Mediterranean Experience with premium wines reaches €169. A la carte dining typically ranges €30-50 per person depending on choices.
Does Virens accommodate strict vegetarians and vegans?
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Virens' 8-step Gastrobotanic menu is described as 100% vegetable, making it suitable for vegetarians. However, their other two tasting menus (Land and Sea and Mediterranean Experience) incorporate seafood and meat respectively. Contact the restaurant directly at reservas.virens@almanachotels.com for specific dietary accommodations.