
BAR-BAROSSA
Kinpocho, Gifu
Restaurant in Gifu, Japan
The Read
Price
JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
Dress
Casual
Why go
BAR-BAROSSA is a 29-year-old Spanish bar in Gifu's Kinpocho district, recognized on Tabelog's Spanish Cuisine 100 list in 2024 and 2026. Dinner runs JPY 2,000–2,999, lunch under JPY 2,000, with paella, Ibérico ham, and house-made charcuterie served at an 18-seat counter-and-table setup. The casual bar format, craft beer list, and early-evening hours make it an accessible option for solo diners, couples, and travelers passing through central Japan.
About BAR-BAROSSA
Is Gifu worth considering for an evening meal at BAR-BAROSSA? The basics are useful: BAR-BAROSSA is in Gifu, has a casual dress code, and is listed with price ranges of JPY 2,000–JPY 2,999 and JPY 1,000–JPY 1,999. Its hours point to evening service only: closed Monday; open Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Sunday from 5–11 PM; and open Friday and Saturday from 5 PM–12 AM. BAR-BAROSSA is also listed in Tabelog 100 for Spanish cuisine in 2026. For seating, dishes, drinks, reservations, payment methods, or location details, confirm directly with the venue before making plans.
Setting, schedule, and planning notes
BAR-BAROSSA is a casual venue in Gifu. The schedule is straightforward: it is closed on Monday, opens from 5–11 PM on Tuesday through Thursday, stays open from 5 PM–12 AM on Friday and Saturday, and returns to 5–11 PM on Sunday. Confirm practical details such as street address, station access, seat count, smoking policy, payment information, and booking policy directly before making plans. The venue’s price information is JPY 2,000–JPY 2,999 and JPY 1,000–JPY 1,999, while the hours make it better suited to evening plans than lunch.
How to frame a visit
Plan around the essentials rather than a fixed ordering strategy: BAR-BAROSSA may appeal if you are looking for a casual evening option in Gifu with a moderate listed price range and recognized placement in Tabelog 100 for Spanish cuisine in 2026. If you are comparing it with BAROSSA cocktailier, Chaya Akawani, DA ACHIU, Hida Gyu Ittouya Bakuro Ichidai Gifu kanda, or THE Setsugekka, make the comparison on hours, budget, and availability rather than assumptions about menu format or atmosphere.
For first-timers, the most reliable approach is to check the day’s availability, menu, and any service details directly with BAR-BAROSSA before going. The evening hours make it better suited to dinner plans than a midday stop, and the casual dress code keeps the planning simple. For broader context on the Gifu dining scene, compare BAR-BAROSSA with other dining in Gifu generically, especially if you are deciding between different budgets or styles of evening meal.
Planning details
- Location
- Japan, 〒500-8847 Gifu, Kinpocho, 1 Chome−12 PORT-A B1
- Website
- bistronomie.co.jp
- Phone
- +81 58-265-1099
The take
The Take
The Vibe
BAR-BAROSSA is presented as a Spanish-style bar and beer hall in the Tabelog listing, and the description frames it as a casual drinking destination. The listing emphasizes operational details such as online reservations, no-smoking policy and COVID-19 safety measures, which suggests a venue that balances lively social energy with attentiveness to guest comfort and safety. The language is concise and practical — the entry reads like a straightforward neighborhood bar where Spanish-inspired flavors and beer-hall conviviality are the main draw, rather than an elaborately staged dining experience.
Best For
The listing positions BAR-BAROSSA as a straightforward bar and beer hall, making it a natural fit for casual meetups and after-work drinks. Its classification as a Spanish-style bar suggests a social, shared-drinks focus rather than a formal sit-down meal. The presence on Tabelog with user photos and reviews implies it attracts local diners looking for approachable evening options. Because the venue highlights online reservations and safety protocols, it also suits small groups who prefer to book ahead and prioritize a no-smoking environment.
Ordering Tips
Before visiting BAR-BAROSSA, check the posted business hours and availability on the Tabelog listing — the description explicitly asks guests to verify hours. The venue advertises online reservations and a no-smoking policy, so book ahead when possible and expect a smoke-free interior. The listing also notes COVID-19 safety measures; consult the restaurant’s page for current precautions. For more practical detail, users can view menus, maps, photos and peer reviews on Tabelog to preview offerings and plan a visit.
Venue details
Ambiance
A small, warm Spanish-style bar with counter and table seating, softly lit and relaxed yet lively, focused on drinks and tapas rather than full-course dining.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Lively
- Service Style
- Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Small
Signature Dishes
- Spanish tapas assortment
- house-made sausages
- shrimp ajillo
- tongue dish
- sangria
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- Japan, 〒500-8847 Gifu, Kinpocho, 1 Chome−12 PORT-A B1
Planning details
Location
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- BAROSSA cocktailier, JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999, JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
- Chaya Akawani, - JPY 999, - JPY 999
- Hida Gyu Ittouya Bakuro Ichidai Gifu kanda, JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999 JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999, JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999 JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
- THE Setsugekka, JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999 JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999, JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999 JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
- DA ACHIU, JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
Restaurant context
BAR-BAROSSA sits in the middle of Gifu's Spanish and international dining tier. At JPY 2,000–2,999 for dinner, it undercuts THE Setsugekka (JPY 10,000–14,999 dinner, JPY 3,000–3,999 lunch), which offers a more formal Japanese kaiseki experience but requires a higher budget and advance booking. For a similar Spanish-casual vibe at a slightly higher price, BAROSSA cocktailier runs JPY 4,000–4,999 and leans toward cocktails over food; choose that if drinks are the priority, BAR-BAROSSA if you want paella and charcuterie as the main event. DA ACHIU offers Italian at JPY 3,000–3,999 dinner and JPY 1,000–1,999 lunch, making it a close competitor for mid-tier European dining in the city.
For travelers comparing value, BAR-BAROSSA delivers Tabelog-recognized quality at a price that's easier to justify than the premium kaiseki rooms, and it's more food-focused than the cocktail bars. If budget is tight, Chaya Akawani offers lunch under JPY 1,000, but you lose the Spanish format and Tabelog pedigree. Hida Gyu Ittouya Bakuro Ichidai Gifu kanda runs JPY 6,000–7,999 for dinner and specializes in Hida beef, so it's a better pick if you're after regional Japanese luxury rather than Spanish bar food. For most diners balancing quality, price, and ease of booking, BAR-BAROSSA offers the best trade-off in the Spanish category, just book early in the week to avoid the cover charge and weekend wait times.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the tasting menu worth it at BAR-BAROSSA?
Is BAR-BAROSSA good for solo dining?
For solo dining, base plans on the essentials: BAR-BAROSSA is in Gifu, has a casual dress code, and is open in the evening Tuesday through Sunday, with Monday closed.
What should I order at BAR-BAROSSA?
Is BAR-BAROSSA worth the price?
The listed price ranges are JPY 2,000–JPY 2,999 and JPY 1,000–JPY 1,999. BAR-BAROSSA is also listed in Tabelog 100 for Spanish cuisine in 2026, but the best value judgment depends on the current menu and your plans for the evening.
What should a first-timer know about BAR-BAROSSA?
BAR-BAROSSA is in Gifu and has a casual dress code. Hours are: closed Monday; 5–11 PM Tuesday through Thursday; 5 PM–12 AM Friday and Saturday; and 5–11 PM Sunday. Confirm reservations, seating, menu, and payment details directly with the venue.
Can I eat at the bar at BAR-BAROSSA?
If bar or counter seating is important, ask BAR-BAROSSA directly before visiting.











