Compact, chic outpost with an open kitchen turning out inventive, upscale tapas with wine.
Address and Contact Information
Address: Carrer de Provença, 230, Eixample, 08036 Barcelona, Spain
Phone: +34 934 51 61 93
Website: https://www.gresca.rest/reserves
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Reviews
I was a solo diner at the counter and it might have been the most heartwarming dining experience of the year for me. The service was dazzlingly efficient while still friendly and warm, each dish more flavoursome than the last, but the bikini sandwich will always hold a special place in my heart. The sommelier led me on a journey through an array of local natural wines, and each one beautifully complemented the dish it accompanied. I could not have felt more welcome and nourished.
Is it expensive for Barcelona? Certainly. But is it worth it? Every penny.
The atmosphere is exactly how I expected. Lively due to the open kitchen and the music, but thankfully it is not too loud to still have deep conversations. Definitely a great place for a good diner with an old friend or a date.
On the food side I have a mixed opinion. I was deceived by the tomato bred, I feel like they were not generous enough with the tomato.
We ordered the aubergine with Parmesan cream, the cream was really interesting but the main character of the dish (aubergine) was slightly over grilled and quiet smokey; could have been more delicate in my opinion.
All the other dishes were amazing ! Such a great variety of taste and textures. My personal favourite were the ham and the chicken.
Special mention to the great wine selection.
Price wise, I consider it pricey for Barcelona. Definitely worth a try.
I would come back thanks to the waiters and the atmosphere.
We loved starting with simple but perfect bites like Pan con Tomate, grilled Ostras, and the crispy Anchovy toasts. The Veal Brain with butter and lemon is rich and beautifully balanced, and there are plenty of other standout dishes like glazed eggplant with parmesan cream, grilled quail, and Veal sweetbreads with comté toast. For something heartier, plates like Bacallà al pil-pil with roasted pepper and Hare à la royale bring deep, comforting flavors. 
What makes Gresca really memorable is how every plate feels thoughtful but not fussy. The atmosphere is relaxed yet lively, perfect for a long dinner with friends. Whether you’re here for shared classics or creative twists, this place delivers an experience that stays with you.
One of the dishes the guinea fowl was clearly undercooked. When we politely informed the server (a lady with red hair), her response was rude and dismissive. She insisted that this was “the way they cook it,” without any attempt to properly explain, check with the kitchen, or offer a solution.
For a restaurant with this reputation, both the food quality and service were disappointing. Good restaurants should welcome feedback, not brush it off. Sadly, this experience did not live up to the hype, and I wouldn’t return or recommend it.
Food is very average and small portions. Definitely not worth the money or hype. A shame as we have been wanting to come here for a long time.
The only dish we actually enjoyed was a the celeriac.