Viduca–Barcelona

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Viduca is a hidden pearl in Barcelona. A familiar, almost secret spot, traditional, high-quality, and a very welcoming restaurant close to Saints train station.

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I think this is universal, but I love finding new places and discovering stories behind them. And you will find it in Viduca. I got lucky to be presented to Viduca by almost a family member and was thankful from the first second that I step in. It is not a huge place (probably has 8-10 tables in total), but far from those small places without joy. Joy, life, and love are some examples that breath every second in Viduca. There are 3 employees in total, 2 brothers and 1 girl. Joan will be there with you on the saloon to detail food, menu, specialties, combination, and explaining in detail (REALLY DETAIL) wines, gins, and all products. Secundino the cooker – that besides the food, that I will detail below, never leave the smile from his face. And Silvia helping in the kitchen and doing the desserts. I promise you – it is perfect. Everything. There is no spot to complain during the visit. Everything is perfect.

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As a glutton, I was there for the food. I’ve visited Viduca 3 times, so I have my favorites and my “must order”. But in every visit, I discover something new and amazing. Besides the fixed menu, They have a “season menu” with new fresh items for the day/week. This menu is 10000000% explained by Joan – that gives you the temptation to order everything, and also he will keep the order of food in a way that doesn’t disturb your experience. The food will be awesome – I guarantee.

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My “top 3” are cockles, Galega octopus, and lamb. Again, I always order a lot of things besides the top, because worth it. I’m serious.

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As I mentioned above, Joan is the guy on the bar to order wine or some special Gin (btw, there is a “JoanTonicTime” in Viduca) he will explain and guide you behind stories, combinations, and flavoring mix. The bar is complete – from good beers (tap and bottles), wines, cocktails, vermouth, gin, etc. You will be in good hands.

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What I most like in Viduca is the atmosphere. It is a family-simple-quality guided place, where you can feel at home and part of something special. It is a warm and welcoming restaurant where you will have the sensation that never will be wrong and – for a moment at least – you will enjoy a good time and don’t think about anything else besides your food and drink. And that’s the most important part for a Glutton. If I can name a real restaurant to visit in Barcelona, certainly this is my top 1.

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As I said, Viduca is a small restaurant. So, you will need to book in advance your table. Do that using the information below.