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Wow! Where to start.
.. one of the most memorable and special gastronomic experiences of my life. We were welcomed for a reservation and invited to join the staff in the kitchen for some super special appetizers and a killer bloody Mary. Once we finished a number of wonderful treats in the kitchen, we moved onto our table where our server walked through the tasting menu. The restaurant has a clean, modern vibe, very minimalistic which allows you to focus on the food and the choreographed service We decided to go all in and participated in wine pairing. It should be noted that we were invited to utilize any choice from their extensive wine menu rather than the wine tasting. Just for fun, we checked out the menu and it even included a number nice selections from USA Napa Valley. All of the food was delicately prepared and well thought out. Wine pairings were all Spanish wines, and not one style; we enjoyed wines from all over Spain, most notably from their Rioja region and north. Selections included a nice variety that included white, reds, cider, and Sherries. Each of the wines was well paired with the wonderful array of foods that we experienced. Many of the courses lean towards fish, which you would expect being so close to the Mediterranean. A wonderful squid dish, a flight of tomato based dishes, the absolute best hake may have ever had the pleasure to taste, just name a few. Wonderful lamb protein course towards the end of the meal, followed by several rounds of dessert, each whimsical and delicious at the same time. Honestly, everything was wonderful and the only thing I didn't care for was really an aside for fun a candle of coconut oil that melted bread dipping, fun but it wasn't my favorite taste Our meal, lasted more than 3 1/2 hours, and it just flew by! The service was impeccable, wines, varied, and fun, food, absolutely one of a kind. A must if you ever have the opportunity to be in the Barcelona Spain area to experience Chef Cruz absolute genius. Reservations are a must, in advance, to secure a spot at this restaurant.
Be the first to ReplyThe ambiance was rather sterile.
There is hardly any color in the restaurant, which was surprising because the entrance and outside space is so gorgeous. Service was hit and miss that night. The food overall was okay, some beautiful presentations but not memorable. At one point in the night, several drunk patrons wobbled their way from the back through the long dining room and one man threw up repeatedly on the floor (!!!), leaving everyone shocked and disgusted. One couple immediately left mid meal. I thought maybe the staff would present a courtesy wine pour (as an apology for the gross behavior) but nothing. In fact there was hardly an apology for the ruined experience. This is suppose to be a 3-star Michelin restaurant?? Understand your patrons. I chose to come here because I was unable to secure a reservation at Disfrutar. Sadly I wish I had chosen one of the other 2 or 3 star Michelin restaurants in Barcelona.
Be the first to ReplyI really wanted to like this restaurant but for this price
I really wanted to like this restaurant but for this price point there are a lot better meals to be had. There are some really nice aspects to the meal, and they open really strong. Unfortunately the menu falls off really hard at the proteins and dessert. They also straight up forgot to tell two tables (ours and a neighbor) that one of the dishes was edible (the one with the candle). Highlight of the meal is the first dish, the Bloody Mary, as well as the deconstructed salads. Decent storytelling, particularly the balloon effect at the end but all of the flare doesn't make up for a so-so culinary experience.
Be the first to ReplyFood was salty, service was sloppy and ambiance was stuffy.
However, the course's overall concept was quite fun--particularly the desserts; they were nostalgia re-envisioned. Processed candies eaten as a kid, recreated with fine dining ingredients and techniques. One of the desserts tasted like I was drinking a strawberry hard candy (Jolly Rancher for us Americans). Otherwise, the rest of the meal followed played out fine dining usuals like caviar forward appetizers and deconstruction of familiar dishes. Except all of these were worsened by the saltiness of the dishes. My mouth actually puckered from the saltiness. When asked about my experience with the appetizers, I asked if they could pull back on the salt for the rest of the meal, if possible. Which leads me to the service. The food remained salty, and no one asked if the food tasted specifically less salty, for the rest of the meal. Understandably, much of the prepared components of each course may not be able to be adjusted to fit a single customer's request. But I would've appreciated a simple follow up. There were two more noticeable issues with the service. First, look at the pictures. I found a hair in the white sauce of the course shown in the pictures. The waiter took my dish back to prepare a new one. However, I am quite dubious whether a new dish was prepared, and whether the same standard of quality was met. The white sauce's consistency on my dish is quite grainy, like cottage cheese, while the white sauce on my partner's dish is smoothly gelatinous, as mine also was when it was first presented. The second service issue is related to setting the table. Several times when the staff placed new silverware, my partner and I noticed, not only for our table, but for others as well, that the staff almost "tossed" down each utensil. I know I'm being very nit-picky here, but this is a three Michelin star restaurant. It was not pleasant, especially when there was no rapport established between us and our primary wait staff--not to their fault because do have language barriers. Regardless, the impression was carelessness. Lastly, ambiance. This is highly subjective so take it with a grain of salt. The setting was quite intimate, but it was stuffy. I could hear everything from everyone. I felt that I had to lean in and whisper to speak with my partner without disturbing others. Also, jackets are not required for men. If a certain ambiance is trying to be created, follow through.
Be the first to ReplyWonderful experience.
You begin in the kitchen with a few amazing courses. The staff is sweet, attentive and friendly (so long as you are), otherwise they are quite professional and to the point which is still appreciated. Sommeliers are intelligent and enjoyable. We were so full by the end, my partner needed to help me with the last courses (we came for lunch, tasting menu was about 3hrs). I love how playful some of the last dishes were. You must experience this restaurant and their creativity! Having been to a few other Michelin restaurants, i felt the quality, quantity and pace of ABaC to be perfect. Being that we are spending all our money on quality food, we walked our butts to the restaurant from Las Ramblas area and I was glad to have a trek back to digest. There are also a few parks along the way to rest, reflect and digest. Book you reservation now!
Be the first to ReplyThe restaurant's decor and atmosphere is wonderful.
The staff is attentive and treats you very well. For me the food just didn't do it for me. Some of the dishes were too salty and repetitive. The number of times foam presented in a serving is unnecessary. We got a wine paring option with our meal and it was lacking. In both pairings and service. There were times during the meal the service had moved on to the next coarse and the next wine wasn't poured. I think we actually got the wrong pairing one time. Service wise this place was excellent. Taste wise...I found it lacking.
Be the first to ReplyOne of the best restaurant experiences we've ever had! We
One of the best restaurant experiences we've ever had! We were lucky to snag a reservation the day after Christmas and so glad that we did. We started our dining experience in the kitchen with some small bites and the best Bloody Mary cocktail I've ever had. Then we heading to the dining room for the rest of the meal.I could go on and on about the food, but they are constantly changing their menu based off of the ingredients in season. I'll focus on the superb service and their attention to detail. They have a lengthy wine menu and received a really nice recommendation from the sommelier. There are a few cocktails built into the tasting menu which I really appreciated. The service was impeccable! They asked that we let them know ahead of time if we need a dining break so that they can let the kitchen know as most of their dishes are delicate. Overall, we will definitely be back when we come back to Barcelona again!
Be the first to ReplyWhat an incredible dining experience! Each dish was filled
What an incredible dining experience! Each dish was filled with delicious and bold flavors, beautiful presentation, and creativity. & the staff were professional and very service-oriented. I highly recommend ABaC when visiting Barcelona. I only have two critiques, and they're both pretty minor. First, the music didn't fit the overall vibe of the dining experience. While trying some of the best food I've ever tasted, I was listening to some random cover of Hot Line Bling. I think classical or jazz would be a better fit. It was also a tiny bit too loud. Second, the kitchen tour was a bit too cramped. I appreciate getting to see the kitchen and meeting the chefs, but I also felt I was in the way during the kitchen tour. Overall, ABaC deserves the 3 Michelin stars it has. The chefs at ABaC do not shy away from bold flavors and creative plating. The service is also amazing, as the staff will truly do whatever you need to feel comfortable and happy in the restaurant. Highly recommend: 5/5!
Be the first to ReplyIt's good but not Michelin 3 star good and not as good as I
It's good but not Michelin 3 star good and not as good as I expected. I'll finish this review with my own experience shortly.
Be the first to ReplyThis is my second time at ABaC.
After a fantastic experience my first go around in 2019, this second time was certainly not the charm. Despite phenomenal service, after 21 different items in their tasting experience, ABaC failed to amaze in 21 out of 21, and on the 21st there was hair in our dessert. Four and one half hours utter of disappointment, a wasted afternoon, and an empty bank account.Very disappointed.At best, the food: PalatableService: Fantastic.
Be the first to ReplyWent to ABAC on the recommendation of our concierge at our
Went to ABAC on the recommendation of our concierge at our hotel while visiting Barcelona. We were celebrating a wedding anniversary and were very excited. Boy were we in for a surprise. While the service was everything you would expect from a 3 star Michelin, the food was anything but. For the next 4 HOURS we were Subjected to the most uncomfortable and unsavory culinary experience we have ever had. Every course was weirder and less enjoyable than the last. From the black goo we were served which smelled and tasted like a plate of death, to the inside out fermented tomato dish that felt like left over pizza paste. From The Luke warm soup like substances we were served to the plate of poached egg simmering in a broth of what looked like formaldehyde, we were left wondering if this was some sort of a prank. Luckily the bread we were served was soft and we were lucky to enjoy it as we waited for anything resembling an edible dish. The prawns which were served towards the end of our experience were promising, however for some reason ABAC believes that half cooked prawns are better than the fully cooked through variety, and we were once again left shaking our heads.The desserts, were the saving grace as those helped fill the void of nutrients in our stomachs after an ordeal lasting from 9pm-12:45 am, however our evening in Barcelona felt like a let down.Not wanting to be rude, we paid out bill and left without a fuss. I contacted the restaurant to let them know of our general displeasure, and we're met with the obligatory "we are sorry, come back again".Having eaten at 3 star Jean-Georges in NYC just two weeks prior, and raving about our experience, we are officially weary of the star system.Would not recommend this restaurant.
Be the first to ReplyPrior to coming here, I read several reviews and was
Prior to coming here, I read several reviews and was debating on whether or not to keep our reservation. (I read them on Yelp as well as trip advisor.) I'm so glad we kept the reservation because all the poor reviews were completely wrong. Not only was the food amazing, the experience was truly worth it. The ambiance and the service is exactly what you would expect at a restaurant like this. We were told to come here by a few friends who had been here a few years ago... and it's safe to say, they haven't lost their touch. Each food item had meaning and we loved the story line behind them. Our waiters were so lovely and explained everything. We feel we had the full experience pairing wine with our meal so definitely recommend doing such.The only part I didn't like about the experience was the hot temperature of the restaurant, but they started to lower it once they saw how hot everyone was. Overall we are so happy to have experienced this meal and can't wait to come back when we are in the area. Love!!
Be the first to ReplyHaving been to other three Michelin star restaurants my
Having been to other three Michelin star restaurants my expectations were high, and unfortunately this place did not measure up. Nothing on the tasting menu was memorable during our five hour dinner. The service was okay but not worthy of three stars.
Be the first to ReplyBeautiful restaurant, great service, food was beautifully
Beautiful restaurant, great service, food was beautifully presented. The food ? There was not one dish out of 12 that I liked or I think anyone would ever want to have again. Took a super...... long time 3.5 hours. So in summary if you like to eat beautiful food that doesn't taste great in a beautiful restaurant with great service and you have nothing to do, come here. Otherwise Stay away.
Be the first to ReplyMy dinner at ABaC was over 4 years ago, but it still
My dinner at ABaC was over 4 years ago, but it still remains one of my most memorable dinners to date.My wife and I went on our first international trip together to Spain, so we splurged for the occasion.I don't remember the exact pricing, but it was actually relatively reasonable for a 3 Michelin star restaurant, as compared to other Michelin restaurants in the US and Europe.I know the reviews for ABaC are a bit bipolar. Maybe some people just prefer more traditional fine dining, with less experimental technique (ie. molecular gastronomy) or prefer a more traditional presentation.However I was thoroughly impressed with all aspects of dining at ABaC. The atmosphere, service, food taste and presentation were all top-notch.I've never seen such synchronization, with the waiters bringing out the plates in tandem, it was almost like a well choreographed dance. Sure, some of the presentation and plating was pretty modern and theatrical. But I actually enjoyed that and it's what I was paying for.It was a 16 course meal (not a typo) and every single dish was good. I remember particularly enjoy their desserts. If I ever find myself in Barcelona, I would love to revisit ABaC.
Be the first to Reply(Chanel) honestly did not know what I was in for when we
(Chanel) honestly did not know what I was in for when we went to @abachotelrestaurant for this fine dining experience. The Michelin restaurant with featured chef @jordicruzoficial did not disappoint. I mean I knew with the 225€ price tag, we were in for a treat. *We all challenged ourselves to try new things and truly embrace this opportunity. I am forever grateful that when they noticed I didn't like something, they tailored my foods to things I would enjoy and I thoroughly enjoyed the eel dishes they prepared for me! *Some highlights were:1. The Bloody Mary on the rocks - not typically a fan, but this was a take on a Bloody Mary that should be offered everywhere!2. Whipped hazelnut butter + caviar - the mixture of these two on the bread crisps was on another level..3. Salt-cured red shrimp - what a pleasant surprise that was chillin on the table the entire time and we had no idea!4. Soup - so interesting, yet so tasty!5. All the desserts - because you know, I love sweets and there were 3 servings of desserts, what a way to end a meal! Service was spectacular and the whole meal we kept saying... "what would happen if someone dropped something?" "How many times did they practice this?" "Are these folx training to be Michelin star rated chefs themselves?" Questions that deserve answers!
Be the first to ReplyIs it possible to get too carried away? Maybe.
Sometimes the presentation distracts from the amazing food and service.The giant red shrimp encased in salt? Clever.The apple bubbles formed with dry ice? Flavorful, but actually reminded me of TV show mocking high end restaurants: "This bag of lavender-scented air is the first course."Maybe they're making up for the worldwide shutdown. Aside from that strange starter, an incredible meal, excellent service, with a new favorite of oyster marinated in kombucho with hazelnut butter and caviar (photo).I can't wait to return. 2021 09 28. M3.
Be the first to ReplyHad such high hopes especially with the price point of $225
Had such high hopes especially with the price point of $225 Euro for tasting menus. But was very disapointed with the food. While service and presentation are good, the taste is just not there to back up the 3 star rating.Clam was very fishy and wakame salad was tasteless. The tbone steak has no meat taste and it was overpower by the curry taste. The red shrimp head was smelly and probably better better eaten cooked than raw. All of the dessert dishes were not up to par with a lack of refine taste. A typicaly tapas bar is way better than this place.
Be the first to ReplyQuite an experience I must say! Unassuming entrance &
Quite an experience I must say! Unassuming entrance & minimal decor left a lot to the imagination, however the dishes were filled with care & creativity. The methodical preparation & theatrics of each dish kept us engaged & delighted throughout dinner. It was extensive & dinner lasted over 3 hours! I feel a lighter more consolidated version should be made available because we were overwhelmed half way through. Multiple desert dishes were an overkill at the end. I do agree with Michelin 3 star rating.
Be the first to ReplyThe expectation for ABaC was high given it had 3 Michelin
The expectation for ABaC was high given it had 3 Michelin stars. The place is very nice. Modern hotel with elegant decor. The staff was attentive and did a good job overall. However, when it came time to the food it did not impress. While one or two dishes were decent the majority of them were not up to par. They mostly tried to distract you with creative plates and presentations but the flavors always seemed to be off. It certainly was not worth the high price tag. I'm not sure how Michelin rated it so high but would not expect it to remain for long serving the same menu. I would skip this place when visiting Barcelona.
Be the first to ReplyAfter visiting Guy Savoy (3 Michelin star) and Le Clarence
After visiting Guy Savoy (3 Michelin star) and Le Clarence (2 Michelin star) in Paris only few days prior, we had high expectations of ABAC (3 Michelin star), however we were disappointed, by comparison. We give the restaurant high marks for creativity, presentation and service: balloons, bubble, table side fire and ice, choreographed service, and many servers kept us informed on the ingredients in the multiple courses. Unfortunately, some of the dishes themselves were chipped, the meal was unrefined, unimpressive tasting, repetitive, not very balanced with virtually no meat, lots of fishy tasting fish and generally hard to finish dishes. We would not go back.
Be the first to ReplyWe were super excited to go here.
Way up in the hills in Barcelona. Great service, beautiful place, nice decor and ambiance. We don't like fish and had pre-asked not to served fish, but still managed to be given several dishes with fish. Not a huge deal. Wines were great too. I would say, having been to many 1-3 starred Michelin restaurants, this one to us was just ok when it came to the food. Good food, creativity was there but sadly nothing on the tasting menu was mind blowing.
Be the first to ReplyIt doesn't even feel right giving a three Michelin Star
It doesn't even feel right giving a three Michelin Star restaurant only two Yelp stars, but alas, it is how I feel, and I must be honest. My husband and I started traveling the world and visiting Michelin Star restaurants in every city about 4 years ago. We've dined in London, Prague, and Argentina to name a few. I have always been blown away by the ambiance, the service and attention to detail. ABaC did not disappoint in any of those regards. However, the most disappointing thing about ABaC, was the most important thing you look for in dining out: the food. Being in Barcelona, I was expecting to be blown away by the best seafood I have ever had in my life. Instead, I was left scrunch-faced after every bite with the massive amounts of salt they used that even over-powered the flavor of the fish itself. Even my husband, who tends to enjoy food on the saltier side, had to agree with me. The waiter noticed I was not finishing my food, and brought me an additional dish (for which I was very grateful, don't get me wrong), but that dish was salty as well. I felt so awful not eating the food, especially since the chef was in house just one table away. But I honestly couldn't stomach it. The dessert was delicious and the custom cocktails were divine. The service was also very good, aside from the server who explained my dislike away by saying it was my pallet and not the food itself, which was not only rude and insulting, but also just not the type of comment you expect to hear in a fine dining establishment. Needless to say, I will not be returning to ABaC or recommending anyone spend $600.00 on a two person tasting menu. Go to Cinc Sentits if you're looking for a fantastic Michelin Star experience in Barcelona!
Be the first to ReplyVery fun and creative food.
The meal started off a bit slow at the terrace section of the meal. No one even took our coats which was a bit surprising. The first few bites were mediocre, but they more than made up for it in the kitchen portion of the meal. The rest was pretty standard fine dining and very enjoyable.
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