La Carmela opened in June 2024 adjacent (actually connected) to chef Iván Valero’s already popular Ivantxu Espacio Bistronómico (est 2015). The name pays tribute to his mother. In fact the whole place feels like a tribute to Iván’s past and present, with imagery from his hometown of Badalona (Catalunya) in the colourful artwork and even the floor tiles. There’s a small bar as you walk in with tall tables on either side. Further along is an area with low tables in front of an open kitchen. It’s a nicely lit and welcoming space.

There’s a short well thought out menu, and a great wine list. Plus you can also order dishes from Ivantxu next door. Service is professional, knowledgeable and friendly.

Now open for breakfast! With a “knife & fork” concept that includes daily fresh bread made in house.

Bread/Service Charge:  2.50€ PER PERSON (all bread made in house)

Monte Carmelo 27
Tel. 678 81 30 88
Open 9.00 – 16.00 Wednesday – Thursday
9.00 – 15.30 / 19.30 – 22.30 Friday – Saturday
12.00 – 15.30 / 19.30 -22.30 Sunday
€ € € €

Food 9 | Wine  | Service 8 | Ambiance 8

Guillardeau nº2 oyster s with corn and lime granita

gildas Ivantxu with salmon and boquerón en vinagre

grilled morcilla de Burgos with apple

scallop, foie gras sauce, green apple

whole fried calamar

line-caught hake “santurce style” with garlic and pan-fried potatoes (Ivantxu menu)

char-grilled butifarra with samaina and spiced sauce

chef and owner Iván Valero

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Updated April 2026