Fodor's Expert Review Hisop

$$$ Upper Barcelona Catalan

The interior design of Oriol Ivern's small restaurant is minimalist, but his cooking is intricate—and wonderful. This is budget-conscious fine dining that avoids exotic ingredients but lifts local dishes to exciting new heights; the menu changes four times a year to take advantage of what's best in season. Local gastronomes come here for dishes like John Dory with truffle and salsify, and oxtail stew with burrata, delicately presented but always—and most importantly—delicious. The nine-course tasting menu is a steal at €85 (€110 with wine pairing).

Catalan Lunch Dinner $$$ Prix-Fixe Best Bet

Quick Facts

Passatge de Marimón 9
08021, Spain

93-241–3233

www.hisop.com

Known For:
  • Great value tasting menu
  • Extensive well-chosen wine list
  • Local, seasonal ingredients
Restaurant Details:
Rate Includes: Closed Sun. and 1st wk of Jan., Reservations essential

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