Italian Restaurant Lombo is nestled between Balmes, Aribau, and Augusta on the tranquil Cardona Square. The restaurant features a stylish, modern interior adorned with British racing green walls. It’s owned by chef Eugeni De Diego, a former ElBulli chef (a notable achievement in this area), and his partner Ana Alvarado, who has a background in pastry. During our visit, the clientele consisted mainly of locals, and the attentive servers, dressed in long aprons, catered to our needs. The ambiance felt more French than Italian, in my opinion. The menu showcases iconic Roman dishes such as pizza fritta, sepia with polenta, and parmigiana (you can view Lombo’s menu here).
The pricing encouraged us to choose a couple of starters along with two main courses, resulting in a total bill of €45 per person for lunch. The porchetta bikini featured sweet brioche bread, while the burrata salad was a delicate mix of high-quality ingredients, including figs, endives, and burrata. However, neither dish stood out as remarkable enough for me to recommend Lombo wholeheartedly.
The standout selections at Lombo are undoubtedly the pasta and meat dishes, complemented by the restaurant’s inviting atmosphere. The handmade pasta is crafted in-house, and the word around town is that they sampled 70 different pasta brands to select the best for their dried pasta offerings. The truffled pasta is particularly fitting for the season, evoking dreams of chestnuts and celeriac, which are just around the corner. A small plate of tagliata elegantly accompanies it. Now, this is the experience I’d recommend you explore further.
The dishes at Lombo typically feature smaller portions, allowing us to share a delightful slab of tiramisu for dessert. Overall, Lombo is a commendable restaurant, made exceptional by its combination of ambiance, attentive service, quality ingredients, and well-crafted recipes.
Restaurant Lombo
C/ Moliné 1
08006 Eixample
barlombo.com
