We source premium local pork belly and slow-cook it for 12 hours. It's then glazed at a high heat with a mixture of local flower honey and house-made spicy kimchi. Served with fresh coriander and pickled radish. It's a shocking, brilliant combination of Mediterranean and Asian flavors.
Tips from diners
An absolute mandatory order. The pork is incredibly tender and the kimchi adds a great acidic crunch. Best paired with one of their craft beers.
We use premium buffalo burrata from Italy. It's paired with large heirloom tomatoes that have been slow-roasted in our wood oven until smoky and sweet. Finished with house-made basil pesto, toasted pine nuts, and a dusting of black olive soil. A colorful, high-impact starter.
Tips from diners
The tomatoes have a great smoky depth. It's enough to share between two people as a starter. The olive soil is a really interesting technical touch.
We source the best seasonal vegetables of the week (peppers, leeks, broccoli) and roast them until charred. Instead of traditional Romesco, we serve it with a light, airy Romesco foam that intensifies the nut flavor without being heavy. Technical and fresh.
Tips from diners
The Romesco foam is remarkably light. It's a very pretty plate and a great way to get some high-quality greens with your meal.
High-grade local sea bass is marinated briefly in a 'leche de tigre' infused with Japanese citrus (yuzu) and fresh passionfruit. Served with red onion, fresh cilantro, and crispy corn. It's an explosion of bright, acidic oceanic flavors.
Tips from diners
Very refreshing! The passionfruit adds a great sweetness that you don't find in regular ceviches. Perfectly paired with a glass of dry Catalan white wine.
We source premium duck from the Empordà region and cook it until the skin is crispy and the meat is tender and pink. Served with a reduction of local berries and a base of silky parsnip puree. It's a sophisticated, restaurant-style main in a casual bistro setting.
Tips from diners
The duck is remarkably high quality for a bar/bistro. The red fruit sauce is not too sweet. One of the best main dishes in the Born.
Guzzo is more than a restaurant; it's a creative hub in El Born. Merging a stylish industrial interior with world-inspired Mediterranean cuisine, it focus on fresh, seasonal ingredients and creative small plates. With frequent live jazz, DJ sets, and a menu that reflects the owners' love for global urban culture, it's a favorite for those seeking high-quality food in a decidedly 'cool' and high-energy setting.
If you like jazz, check their calendar — they often have world-class session musicians playing during dinner. It gets loud, so it's not the place for a quiet, intimate chat, but the energy is incredible.
The terrace on the square is great, but the real soul of Guzzo is inside with the art and the music. If you're a small group, the high tables near the DJ booth have the best vibe.
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