Vivanda
Vivanda
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.Vivanda is a Sarrià institution run by Jordi Vilà and Gabi Calzado, selected by the Michelin Guide for its personal take on Catalan tradition. Signature dishes, legendary ham croquettes and steak tartare, anchor an à la carte menu of sharing plates that rotates monthly with seasonal market ingredients.
Background
About Vivanda
The Story
Vivanda is a Sarrià institution run by Jordi Vilà and Gabi Calzado, selected by the Michelin Guide. The restaurant has built its reputation on traditional Catalan cooking served in a sharing-plate format, applying a personal interpretation of regional classics. Its tree-shaded garden terrace has become one of the most sought-after outdoor dining spots in the neighbourhood, drawing locals and visitors alike.
The Cuisine
Vivanda centres on Catalan cuisine presented as small sharing plates. Signature dishes include the house ham croquettes, steak tartare, and a rotating selection of fish, meat, and Mediterranean preparations. The à la carte format encourages diners to order broadly, with a monthly rotation of dishes based on seasonal market ingredients. The Michelin Guide highlights the menu as reflecting a personal, contemporary take on Catalan tradition.
The Team
Vivanda is led by Jordi Vilà and Gabi Calzado, whose combined approach brings together deep Catalan culinary roots and a commitment to quality ingredients. The pair oversee the full à la carte offering and the rotating monthly dishes, keeping the focus on shareable formats that work for groups and couples alike.
Highlights
What Diners Say
Consensus
Vivanda Ratings & Reviews
Professional Ratings
Selected
Guía Repsol 2026 Recommended
Diner Ratings
4.4
1,351 reviews
Yelp
3.9
10 reviews
Professional recognition includes Michelin Selected, Macarfi food 6.7/10, and TimeOut 4/5. Diners rate it 4.4/5 on Google (1,351 reviews) and 3.9/5 on Yelp (10 reviews).
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Reservations
How to Book Vivanda
Booking
Vivanda is open daily for both lunch (13:00–15:30) and dinner (20:00–22:00). Reservations are required and can be made through the restaurant website. Weekend lunch and the garden terrace are the most requested sittings, booking a few days ahead is advisable for those.
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Experience
Vivanda Dining Experience
Vivanda pairs an elegant indoor dining room with a tree-shaded garden terrace that feels like a secluded oasis in Sarrià. The interior is understated and warm, with a clean aesthetic that lets the food take centre stage. The combination of the garden setting and sharing-plate format creates a relaxed, sociable atmosphere.
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Vivanda Location & Neighbourhood
Getting There
Vivanda is located at Carrer Major de Sarrià, 134, in the Sarrià-Sant Gervasi district. The restaurant sits along the main street of the historic Sarrià neighbourhood, a village-like enclave with its own squares, market, and traditional character. From the Reina Elisenda FGC station it is a short five-minute walk.
Nearby
Sarrià is a residential neighbourhood in the Sarrià-Sant Gervasi district, known for its village-like atmosphere and quiet, tree-lined streets. Once an independent town before being absorbed into Barcelona, it retains a distinct local identity with its own squares, markets, and traditional shops. The area sits in the upper part of the city, away from the tourist-heavy centre, and is easily reached from central Barcelona via the FGC suburban rail line.
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Details
Vivanda Reservations, Hours & Contact
Opening Hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 13:00–15:30 & 20:00–22:00 |
| Tuesday | 13:00–15:30 & 20:00–22:00 |
| Wednesday | 13:00–15:30 & 20:00–22:00 |
| Thursday | 13:00–15:30 & 20:00–22:00 |
| Friday | 13:00–15:30 & 20:00–22:00 |
| Saturday | 13:00–15:30 & 20:00–22:00 |
| Sunday | 13:00–15:30 & 20:00–22:00 |
Vivanda hours verified 2026-03-01. Contact the restaurant to confirm.
Contact
Required. Bookings available through the restaurant website.
Good to Know
Social
From vivanda_restaurant on Instagram
t de rap a la romana amb llimona, tàperes i avellanes. La cuina catalana del cuiner Jordi Vilà ❤️👨🏻🍳 #vivandarestaurant #restaurantdebarri #barridesarrià
Arròs a la cassola "mar i muntanya" de sípia, costella, escamarlà i gamba 👨🏻🍳❤️ La cuina catalana del cuiner Jordi Vilà ;) Obert tots els dies de la setmana. #vivandarestaurant #restaurantdebarri #barridesarrià
Ensaladilla catalana al morter ❤️👨🏻🍳 I la preparem davant dels comensals ;) La cuina catalana del cuiner Jordi Vilà ;) #vivandarestaurant #restaurantdebarri #barridesarrià
Filet Wellington freestyle (filetejat de filet sobre un pa de full, fetge d'ànec amb duxelle de bolets i salsa d'Oporto) ❤️👨🏻🍳 La cuina catalana del cuiner Jordi Vilà ;) #vivandarestaurant #restaurantdebarri #barridesarrià
El saltat de verdures de temporada a l'allet ❤️👨🏻🍳 Amb puré fresc de verdures, pèsols, calçots, tomàquet sec, pastanaga morada, pastanaga taronja, espàrrecs, espinacs, carbassó, bleda, coliflor lila, carxofa i romanesco ;) #vivandarestaurant #restaurantdebarri #barridesarrià
Platillo de cloïsses amb mongetes del ganxet 👨🏻🍳❤️ La cuina catalana del cuiner Jordi Vilà ;) #vivandarestaurant #restaurantdebarri #barridesarrià
Questions
Vivanda FAQ
Is Vivanda Barcelona located in the Sarrià neighborhood?
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Yes, Vivanda is located at Carrer Major de Sarrià, 134, right on the main street of the historic Sarrià neighbourhood. The restaurant sits in this village-like enclave with its own squares, market, and traditional character, just a five-minute walk from the Sarrià FGC station.
What type of menu does Vivanda Barcelona offer?
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Vivanda offers an à la carte menu of traditional Catalan sharing plates with a personal twist by chefs Jordi Vilà and Gabi Calzado. The menu features signature dishes like legendary ham croquettes and steak tartare, with items ranging from €3.40 to €76, and rotates monthly based on seasonal market ingredients.
How much does it cost to eat at Vivanda Barcelona?
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A typical meal at Vivanda costs approximately €25-40 per person. The sharing-plate format means your final bill depends on how many dishes your table orders, making it a moderate price point for a Michelin Guide Selected restaurant in the Sarrià neighbourhood.
What makes Vivanda's garden terrace special?
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Vivanda's tree-shaded garden terrace is considered one of the most sought-after outdoor dining spots in the Sarrià neighbourhood. It creates a secluded oasis atmosphere that draws both locals and visitors, making it the most requested seating area along with weekend lunch service.
Who are the chefs behind Vivanda Barcelona?
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Vivanda is led by chefs Jordi Vilà and Gabi Calzado, who bring together deep Catalan culinary roots with a commitment to quality ingredients. Their combined approach focuses on traditional Catalan cuisine presented in a contemporary sharing-plate format with monthly rotating seasonal dishes.
What are Vivanda's signature dishes that people search for?
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Vivanda's most famous signature dishes are their legendary ham croquettes and steak tartare, both highlighted by the Michelin Guide. The Iberian ham croquettes cost €3.40 each, while the steak tartare is available in half (€16) or full (€26) portions on their à la carte menu.