The emblematic Bar Bauma, with more than 50 years of history in Barcelona, reopens its doors. The establishment, which closed without making much noise last September, returns to give life to the people of Barcelona thanks to the *Somos Esencia group, which has acquired the business. 

The bar, located at 124 Roger de Llúria Street, is a classic of local gastronomy since its opening in the 40s and will officially reopen to the public this Thursday, February 1.

With the acquisition of the business, the restaurant group has taken on the responsibility of continuing Bauma's legacy and will maintain part of its 1950s décor. The aim, they explain, is to provide diners with an"authentic experience with a nostalgic touch of the Catalan capital".

Opened after World War II

The founder of Bar Bauma, Joan Altarriba Águila, opened the establishment after World War II. Since the 1940s, the restaurant has been a meeting point for politicians, actors, writers and literary figures who have left their mark in this emblematic place.

In addition, he has always stood out for the Catalan gastronomic tradition. Altarriba, who started working at the age of 25, has been the "guardian" of Bauma's culinary tradition for years. For this reason, Somos Esencia* ensures that it will maintain the base that has attracted lovers of good food for years. "We wanted the bar to continue in the hands of someone with the same values as us," Altarriba assures.

Decoration of the space

The new Bauma has renovated the style of the restaurant while maintaining the "classic essence" of the space, with original decorations from its first years of activity. Regarding the menu, tapas will continue to be its strongest bet. 

In the bar you can find from classic appetizers such as ham croquettes, Russian salad or patatas bravas, to more contemporary dishes such as tuna tataki with guacamole or steak tartar of the house.

"Fresh and renewed touch."

The new bet of *Somos Esencia aims to attract Bauma's old clientele and new customers who want to enjoy traditional cuisine with a "fresh and renewed touch".

In their words, they want to be a space that, in a privileged location, will offer their diners a unique culinary experience that "combines the authenticity of Catalan cuisine with a contemporary touch".