Searching for an open Japanese restaurant in Barcelona around the holidays (late December) is…read moreapparently no easy task... I think everyone goes on vacation! We breathed a huge sigh of relief when found that Tempura-Ya was open. Nice mid-range restaurant, casual and decent prices while still having a slightly upscale vibe. We were welcomed in by the staff with a cheerful "irraishaimase" (your standard greeting upon entering most legit Japanese restaurants). I got excited when I realized our server spoke Spanish, Japanese, AND English... the 3 languages I can claim to speak (in varying capacities depending on which one :P). Overall, I'd say the food was solid. Not the best Japanese food I've ever had in my life and no where near the worst. There's a lot of tempura on the menu of course, but they also have sushi and a lot of other typical Japanese items. Tried were the gyoza- tasty and good consistency; tempura udon- noodles good and broth savory and comforting, but the tempura does not come separate and got soggy real fast in the soup; sukiyaki udon- my partner said it hit the spot; tekka maki (basic tuna sushi roll)- clean and simple; and green tea cheesecake- DELICIOSO! If you're a fan of Japanese food and in the area, I'd definitely recommend this place. If I lived in the area, I would probably be a regular!

I love going to Tempura Ya, when I´m craving Japanese! Quality and price is perfect…read more The restaurant is clean and has a nice intimate decor. I love the tempura maki and their homemade sesame flan. Rice on maki is always fresh! They have a lunch menu that varies from 10euros to 15euros. Service is fantastic! ( Which is hard to find in Barcelona).

Great pizza by the "slice" many different toppings. Sold by weight. Great concept. First time I…read morehave seen in Barcelona!

Came in for dinner. Good food and service and very reasonably priced. We came for the sushi so we…read moresat in the downstairs dining area which was cozy. Many great sushi choices here so you can't go wrong.

The spicy corvina ceviche with avocado and corn was most delicious and a great appetizer. The…read morebeer on tap was Carlsberg and that is always good so bonus points there. And I followed up with the main course of 4 cheese pizza with sage and walnuts. This was tasty and more than enough for one person. A bit more sage would have been good as the cheese really drowned it out. A solid 4 stars - a few more individual sushi elections and this might have been 5.

Great Japanese food in Barcelona. Wonderful miso soup, fantastic chawanmushi. Nigiri sushi is very…read moregood, but we're spoiled since we live in San Diego and have access to great sushi. Spicy tuna roll was excellent and with more varied flavors than we're used to in SD. Full of locals when we went. Prices were very fair. Would go again.

While visiting Spain, my family and I were totally missing Asian food. This place smelled awesome…read moreas we walked by so we walked in to look around. There are sheets of paper where you choose your food...I went with a large chicken wok made with rice noodles and garlic and pepper seasoning. Food tasted wonderful and I had half a carton left to eat later that night. I did not opt for the upgraded version which allows you to choose a side item like maki,nigiri, and egg rolls (there are other options that I don't remember).

Amazingly good wok! You get a good deal: a small (but it's actually quite big) wok and 8 makis for…read more7 euros. It's more than enough for one person. Good and fast service on top of great food!

If you're looking for a steaming-hot bowl of Ramen... maybe you need to specifically ask for it…read morethat way. Mine came out tepid at best... or rather, it was hot for the first minute. Same with the Gyoza... it was kinda tough and rubbery, and not hot at all. The place opens at 8 and we were among the first few people there at 8:30 (Kiku Chan is a rather small resto, and it did fill up pretty quickly). But cold food so early in the evening of service? At least service was prompt and the food came out fast. I've had a serious craving for ramen for the past few months, and I was happy to find Kiku Chan... but when you've had seriously great Ramen in Little Tokyo or Gardena, California... well... this was Okay. I'd probably come here again when in want of soup. Note to self: ask for it very hot next time.

Terrible!! Ramen soup and Neither dim sum was good. Poor quality ? Less than pour !! I will stay…read moreaway all I can.

Best* Sushi in Barcelona. Full stop…read more *most creative, highest quality, friendly service, awesome design. Try the Ebi No Kemuchi, which are spicy Langostinos with a delicious chili sauce. After, try Ebi Frai Uramaki.