Rincón Persa Celebrates 25 Years of Iranian Cuisine in Barcelona

Located in the Sant Antoni neighborhood, the restaurant is renowned for its refined Persian flavors and traditional samovar tea.

Generic image of a traditional metal samovar for tea preparation in a warm setting.
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Generic image of a traditional metal samovar for tea preparation in a warm setting.

The Rincón Persa restaurant, situated on Floridablanca street in the Sant Antoni district, celebrates its 25th anniversary this February as the first Iranian eatery in Barcelona.

Owned by Touradj Shams, the establishment offers a refined culinary journey through Persian history. The menu features a sophisticated blend of salty and sweet flavors, highlighted by ingredients such as saffron, pistachios, and zereshk (wild Persian barberries).

"It is a celebration, it is color... it is incredible."

Touradj Shams · Owner and chef
Signature dishes include charcoal-grilled meat skewers and traditional appetizers like kashk-e bademjan. A standout feature is the samovar tea service, which uses a traditional steam-based method to prepare the beverage, attracting both locals and international visitors from the Persian Gulf.