Gresca

Big flavors, loud room, passport-heavy wines

Gresca is one of those Barcelona spots that actually earns its reputation: focused cooking, strong product, and an open-kitchen vibe that feels alive without turning into theater. The weekday lunch menu is the smartest way in—tight, satisfying, and priced like it understands people have jobs to get back to.

If there’s a downside, it’s volume. When the room fills up, the noise climbs fast and conversation becomes a contact sport. The wine program is solid, but it leans a little too international for a city that could pour more local personality with zero effort. Still: food-first, confident, and run like a real restaurant—not a concept.

Clean: 7/10
Comfort: 8/10
Food: 9/10
Wine: 7/10
Service: 7/10
The Experience: 8.5/10

Price: 45€/pax
www.gresca.rest