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Casa Inés is the kind of place you walk past a hundred times before finally stepping in — and then you can't stop coming back. This unassuming spot near Plaça Joanic in Gràcia has quietly become one of the neighborhood's most beloved tables, serving up comforting, seasonal cooking with a modern touch. The mushrooms with egg yolk alone are worth the detour, and the well-priced wine list makes it dangerously easy to stay for another glass.
A discreet Gràcia spot where the mushrooms-with-egg-yolk tapas, a skylit back room, and a well-priced wine list make you feel like you're dining at a friend's place.
Go early or book ahead — the bar fills up fast with locals, especially on weekends, and the back room with the skylight is the seat you want.
Gràcia's New Favorite for Comfort Food and Wine
Casa Inés doesn't try to impress you, and that's exactly why it does. From the outside, it's easy to miss — discreet facade, no flashy signage — but step through the door and you're greeted by a warm, bustling bar area that feels more like a friend's kitchen than a restaurant. The front counter is perfect for solo diners or a quick bite and a glass of wine, while the back room, bathed in natural light from the skylight overhead, is where you want to settle in for a longer meal with good company.
The menu leans into comforting classics done with care and seasonal ingredients. The standout — and everyone will tell you this — is the mushrooms with egg yolk, a rich, velvety dish that's become the thing people come back for. But don't stop there; the rest of the carta is built for sharing, with small plates and heartier portions that rotate with what's good at the market. The wine list is another reason to linger: thoughtfully selected, fairly priced, and full of bottles you probably haven't tried yet. Service is friendly and genuinely knowledgeable without being overbearing. At around 30–40€ per person, it's one of the best value meals you'll have in Gràcia.