Gimlet
Sant Gervasi - Galvany, Barcelona
Restaurant in Barcelona, Spain
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Dress
Business Casual
Why go
Gimlet is a better pick for a flexible drinks-first stop in Sarrià-Sant Gervasi than for a full dining plan. Go with one or two people, keep the order seasonal and broad, choose it when easy logistics matter more than a chef-led menu or formal special-occasion structure.
About Gimlet
For a repeat visit in Barcelona, Gimlet is easiest to evaluate through its logistics rather than menu claims, awards, service style, or format. The schedule makes it an evening and late-night option: it opens at 5 PM Monday through Saturday, closes at 1 AM Monday through Wednesday, 2 AM on Thursday, 3 AM on Friday and Saturday. It is closed on Sunday.
The practical value here is planning clarity. Gimlet is a logistics-first choice: check the day, note the late closing times, plan around the business-casual dress code.
Use Gimlet as an evening or late-night Barcelona option
Because the details are mostly logistical, the decision is direct. Gimlet is useful in planning when you need a Barcelona venue with a 5 PM opening and later closing hours on Thursday, Friday, Saturday. It should not be framed as a lunch destination, because the hours do not include lunch service.
Keep expectations grounded. The hours do not confirm a specific menu format, seating setup, house specialty, or service style. If those details matter for your night, confirm them directly before making plans.
Who should skip it
Skip Gimlet if the night depends on a confirmed menu, price range, chef-driven format, or special-occasion dining structure. Barcelona has other venues to research for those needs, including the wider set in the Barcelona restaurants guide. For a broader night out, it can also be considered alongside the Barcelona bars guide.
Planning details
- Location
- Carrer de Santaló, 46, Sarrià-Sant Gervasi, 08021 Barcelona, Spain
- Reservations
- Book on TheFork
- Website
- drymartiniorg.com
- Phone
- +34932015306
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Gimlet sits modestly on Carrer de Santaló and reads like a neighbourhood restaurant first and foremost. It favors returning local clientele and operates on quieter, residential rhythms rather than spectacle. The room leans conversational and unshowy; the emphasis is on comfortable, familiar evening dining rather than theatrical presentation. That local, somewhat reserved personality gives Gimlet a relaxed, classic feel — a place where professionals drop in at midday and families populate the evenings. Overall it presents as a calm, community-oriented address within Sarrià‑Sant Gervasi’s more understated dining scene.
Best For
Gimlet suits everyday occasions that benefit from a neighbourhood sensibility. Lunch attracts professionals from the nearby upper‑middle–class neighborhood, so it’s a reliable option for working lunches and midday meetings. Evenings are populated by local families and couples, making the restaurant a solid choice for family dinners or low‑key date nights rather than elaborate celebratory service. It’s not positioned as a destination tasting menu; instead, it works best for guests who want straightforward, conversational dining in a residential part of Barcelona.
Ordering Tips
For a straightforward sense of what Gimlet does well, lean into its signatures: the Gimlet Cocktail and the tapas selection are highlighted specialties. Time a visit around lunch if you want to experience the professional, daytime energy; come in the evening for a more domestic, family‑oriented crowd. Expect a conversational dining register — tapas and shared plates that suit relaxed, social eating are a natural fit here. Keep plans simple and treat the meal as neighborhood dining rather than a theatrical tasting experience.
Venue details
Ambiance
Cozy and narrow space with good atmosphere, background music, and charming terrace.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Business Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Small
Signature Dishes
- Gimlet Cocktail
- Tapas Selection
Planning details
Location
Carrer de Santaló, 46, Sarrià-Sant Gervasi, 08021 Barcelona, Spain · Directions
Also consider
Where to go if Gimlet is not the fit
If the group wants dinner rather than drinks, try Muntaner 296 Restaurant. If the brief is a more occasion-led meal, Sergi de Meià is the cleaner alternative.
Restaurant context
How Gimlet compares in Barcelona
Choose Gimlet when the night needs an easy, drinks-led stop rather than a food-led booking. Casa Fernández and Muntaner 296 Restaurant are better cross-shops if the group wants a fuller restaurant experience with the table as the anchor. Gimlet is the lower-friction option for a shorter evening, especially for one or two people.
Nomo Galvany is the more useful alternative when Japanese food is part of the brief, while Sergi de Meià makes more sense for diners prioritising a chef-led meal. Disío is the better comparison when ambiance is the deciding factor and the evening needs to feel more planned. For value, Gimlet works when the spend is kept to drinks and the visit stays short; it becomes less compelling if the group is expecting a complete dinner replacement.
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Compare Gimlet
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Gimlet | Barcelona | No published awards |
| Casa Fernández | Barcelona | No published awards |
| Muntaner 296 Restaurant | Barcelona | No published awards |
| Nomo Galvany | Barcelona | No published awards |
| Sergi de Meià | Barcelona | No published awards |
| Disío | Barcelona | No published awards |
How Gimlet Barcelona compares with similar nearby venues.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I order at Gimlet?
Plan around the confirmed evening hours and ask the venue directly for current recommendations.
Is Gimlet good for solo dining?
What is confirmed is that Gimlet opens at 5 PM Monday through Saturday and is closed on Sunday. For a more structured comparison, you can also research Nomo Galvany.
Can I eat at the bar at Gimlet?
If eating at the bar is important, confirm that directly with Gimlet before you go. If you want to compare with another Barcelona option, Sergi de Meià is one place to research.
What are alternatives to Gimlet in Barcelona?
If Gimlet's hours or format do not fit your plans, compare it with Casa Fernández, Muntaner 296 Restaurant, Nomo Galvany, Sergi de Meià, or Disío, depending on what kind of evening you are planning. Gimlet's clearest details are its Monday-to-Saturday evening schedule and later Friday-Saturday closing time.
Is lunch or dinner better at Gimlet?
Lunch is not supported by the hours. Gimlet opens at 5 PM Monday through Saturday, closes at 1 AM Monday through Wednesday, 2 AM on Thursday, 3 AM on Friday and Saturday. It is closed on Sunday.
Is Gimlet good for a special occasion?
Only if the logistics fit the occasion. Gimlet has business-casual dress and evening-to-late-night hours. For another Barcelona comparison, you can also research Sergi de Meià.
What should a first-timer know about Gimlet?
Know the hours first: Sunday is closed, Monday through Wednesday run 5 PM to 1 AM, Thursday runs 5 PM to 2 AM, Friday-Saturday run 5 PM to 3 AM. The dress code is business casual. Location details should be treated simply as Barcelona unless you confirm specifics directly with the venue.
