Aürt

★ 4.6 (315)$$$$ · Premium

Aürt occupies an unassuming spot inside a hotel lobby bar area, an unusual setting for a Michelin-starred kitchen that reviewers describe as a genuine hidden gem once you're through the door. At 4.6 stars from 315 reviews and a notably high hidden-gem score of 45, it lacks the name recognition of some Eixample tasting-menu heavyweights despite comparable quality, with fans dismissing the idea that small portions mean leaving unsatisfied. Its high aesthetic score reflects careful, considered plating throughout the tasting menu. It's a strong choice for diners who want fine dining without fighting for a reservation months out.

✨ Reasons to go

1The kitchen is run by chef Artur Martínez, who moved his acclaimed small restaurant Capritx from Terrassa into this hotel lobby space and earned a Michelin star just months after opening.
2Diners sit at cooking-station counters where the entire meal is prepared and finished in front of them, in a space limited to just 15 guests.
3Chef Ferran Adrià has named Artur Martínez one of his favorite chefs to debate cooking with, citing his reflective approach to technique.

💡 Good to know

1Book ahead, though it's typically more attainable than the city's best-known tasting-menu rooms
2go in expecting a full multi-course tasting format despite the modest lobby setting
3ask staff about the hotel setting if curious, since it's part of the charm

⏱️ Typical visit

🕰️ Best time

lunchtime or evening

🚶 Walking intensity

Easy pace

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Address

Pg. del Taulat, 262, 264, Sant Martí, 08019 Barcelona, Spain · Sant MartíGoogle Apple

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Booking

Booking required

What people say

"Had an exceptional dining experience at a hidden gem nestled in a hotel lobby in Barcelona. Despite the odd dining location (in the lobby bar area), the outstanding service and overall experience exceeded expectations. The tasting menu, featuring 20 meticulously crafted courses, left me in awe as each dish was explained in intricate detail and all very tasty (none was a miss!!!). The paired wines added another layer to the culinary journey, making it a delightful and educational experience. Awarded a well-deserved 1 Michelin star. Reflecting on this gastronomic adventure, I can confidently say that it stands as one of the best fine dining experiences I’ve had. Should my travels bring me back to Barcelona, revisiting this culinary haven would be a top priority—an unmistakable testament to its allure and the indelible mark it left on my palate and overall dining repertoire. 👩‍🍳🤤🇪🇸"

— Waew K.

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