Oishii, Japanese restaurant in Barcelona, Spain
Oishii is a Japanese restaurant in Barcelona, set in a room with natural wood and traditional paper screens that divide the dining area into smaller sections. The menu covers classic Japanese dishes, from sushi and sashimi to hot cooked plates.
The restaurant opened in 2015 in Barcelona, at a time when the city had relatively few places focused on traditional Japanese cooking techniques. It was part of a broader wave of Japanese restaurants that arrived in Spain during those years.
The name "Oishii" means "delicious" in Japanese, which sets the tone for what the place is about. The menu follows the Japanese habit of ordering many small dishes to share, rather than a single main course each.
The restaurant is open Tuesday through Sunday, with both lunch and dinner service. Booking ahead is a good idea, especially on weekends and during peak meal times.
Some fish varieties, such as toro and uni, are sourced directly from Japanese markets rather than through local suppliers. Anyone familiar with these ingredients will likely notice the difference in freshness and quality on the plate.
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