Taverna d'El Foment is a restaurante de cocina catalana in Girona Barri Vell, Unknown. Rated 4.6 stars from 1714 Google reviews. Known for authentic catalan cooking and expert service and local knowledge. Best for catalan cuisine and groups and families. Price range: €20-30.
Rankings updated April 2026
Taverna d'El Foment
Across 1,752 Google reviews, 92% gave four or five stars.
Quick Verdict
Taverna d'El Foment is the #2 restaurant in Barri Vell—a neighbourhood favourite for genuine Catalan cuisine, expert service, and a rare combination of quality and value.
You want authentic Catalan cooking with impeccable service in a convivial, unpretentious setting at €20–30.
About Taverna d'El Foment
Taverna d'El Foment anchors Girona's Barri Vell as a neighbourhood institution—the #2 ranked restaurant in the zone—where Catalan tradition meets genuine hospitality. The kitchen honours local ingredients and time-honoured recipes: Girona veal with foie gras, braised pork cheeks, artichoke salads, and the house rice dishes arrive with confident seasoning and careful presentation. Vegetarian adaptations (seitan features prominently) are handled with equal care. The wine list draws from Catalan producers at approachable prices (€3 per glass is not uncommon), and the beer selection—67 taps and counting—rivals most specialist bars. Service is the venue's signature: staff are attentive without fussiness, fluent in menu knowledge, and genuinely invested in making diners feel at home, whether you're a repeat local or a first-time visitor from Madrid or Amsterdam. The space itself—high-top tables indoors, a generous terrace with heaters for cool nights—suits everything from a quick vermut and tapa to a full seated dinner. Dogs are welcome, wheelchair access is full, and the crowd spans families, LGBTQ+ groups, tourists, and solo diners seeking honest food and honest company.
Taverna d'El Foment is one of those places where the dessert menu is not an afterthought — a detail regulars tend to mention first.
What Stands Out
Authentic Catalan cooking
Girona veal with foie gras, braised pork cheeks, artichoke salads, and house rice dishes consistently praised for quality ingredients and confident execution.
Expert service and local knowledge
Staff are described as 'impeccable', 'very patient in explaining the menu', and making 'great recommendations on both food and wine'—all local.
Exceptional beer and wine selection
67-tap beer list rivals specialist bars; wine list features Catalan producers at fair prices (€3 per glass noted); both highlighted as 'better than most places'.
What Customers Say
Food is great. Girona veal with foie gras is top notch. 🤌🏻🤌🏻🤌🏻 Beer selection is also better then most of the places.
Cuina de la terra de gran qualitat i a bon preu. Servei impecable, molt atents. Sempre que hi anem ens fan sentir com a casa. Molt recomanat.
Excelente experiencia, servicio impecable, nos ayudaron con todas nuestras dudas y con las cantidades para cebar. Buena materia prima y cocina.
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In Their Own Words
Review highlights surfaced by Google, in the language they were written
“Pedimos pollo, hamburguesa y patatas con salsa romesco.”
“Para empezar la atención buenisima, muy atentos y eficaces.”
“Muy buena comida catalana, muy buen servicio y en un lugar privilegiado”Practical Information
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Common Questions
How consistently good is Taverna d'El Foment?
Across 1,752 Google reviews, 92% of visitors gave four or five stars — placing Taverna d'El Foment among Girona Barri Vell's most reliably rated restaurante de cocina catalanas.
Do you need to book Taverna d'El Foment in advance?
Booking ahead is recommended for lunch and dinner — Taverna d'El Foment is a popular choice in Girona Barri Vell and tends to fill quickly, particularly at weekends.
Is Taverna d'El Foment family friendly?
Taverna d'El Foment accommodates families — Google visitors note facilities for children, and the welcoming atmosphere suits all ages.
Frequently Asked Questions about Taverna d'El Foment
Yes. The kitchen offers thoughtful vegetarian adaptations, including seitan dishes, prepared with the same care as meat and fish mains. Diners report excellent options for plant-based preferences.
Reservations are recommended for both lunch and dinner, especially at peak times. The venue accepts bookings and is popular with groups and families.
Yes. The entrance, dining space, and bathrooms are all wheelchair accessible, making it fully inclusive for guests with mobility needs.
€20–30 per person. Wine by the glass starts at €3, and the food-to-price ratio is widely described as excellent value for the quality.
Yes. Dogs are welcome at Taverna d'El Foment, making it a good choice for diners with pets.
Staff are attentive, knowledgeable about the menu and wine list, and make personalised recommendations. Diners consistently report feeling welcomed and well-cared-for.
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