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OPEN EVERY DAY · Monday to Sunday · 13:00–23:00
Eixample · Barcelona · Since 2018

STEAM
KITCHEN
BARCELONA

Handcrafted homemade Dim Sum, meat, vegetables and artisan desserts — all cooked by steam. Authentic Asian flavour in the heart of the Eixample.

4.6
★ Google
1.600+
Reviews
2018
Since
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Star dishes

Full menu
⭐ Best Seller
22
Pork Baozi
Pork Baozi
猪肉灌汤包
Everyone's favourite. Fluffy steamed bun filled with pork and char siu sauce. Soft, juicy, addictive.
18
Chicken Shao Mai
Chicken Shao Mai
鸡肉烧卖
Open dumpling with chicken, shrimp and mushrooms. Handmade. An irresistible Cantonese Dim Sum classic.
76
Spicy Wan Tun
Spicy Wan Tun
红油猪肉馄饨
Pork Wan Tun in spicy red oil. For those who want a Dim Sum with character and a kick.
39
Pork Wan Tun
Pork Wan Tun
猪肉馄饨
Pork ravioli in its own broth. Delicate, clean and comforting. Handmade every day.
2
Pork Gyoza
Pork Gyoza
蒸肉饺
Thin steamed dumpling with pork and vegetables. Soft inside, intense in flavour.
7
Vegetable Gyoza
Vegetable Gyoza
蒸素饺
100% plant-based Gyoza. Fresh and aromatic filling. Ideal for vegans and vegetarians.
35
Shrimp Gyoza
Shrimp Gyoza
蒸虾饺
Translucent dumpling with fresh shrimp. Delicate, light and very aromatic.
29
Meat Bao
Meat Bao
肉夹馍
Fluffy steamed bread filled with braised meat. A bite that wins you over at first taste.
⭐ Best Seller
13
Beef with Rice Powder
Beef with Rice Powder
粉蒸牛肉
The restaurant's most ordered dish. Steamed beef with rice powder and spices. Unique texture, juicy, with a surprising spicy kick.
⭐ Best Seller
43
Lotus Leaf Nest
Lotus Leaf Nest
粉叶鸡
Chicken rice wrapped in a lotus leaf and steamed. The aroma when you open it is pure Asian magic.
20
Chashao Ribs
Chashao Ribs
叉烧排骨
Steamed pork ribs with Chashao sauce. The meat falls right off the bone. Spectacular.
4
Teriyaki Chicken
Teriyaki Chicken
照烧鸡
Steamed chicken with Teriyaki sauce. Tender, glossy, perfect balance of sweet and savoury.
33
Rice Meatballs
Rice Meatballs
糯米丸子
Steamed meat meatballs wrapped in glutinous rice. Creamy outside, flavourful inside.
45
Beef & Cheese Roll
Beef & Cheese Roll
肥牛芝士卷
Steamed sliced beef with cheese. An unexpected and delicious fusion.
⭐ Best Seller
28
Soy Noodles with Prawns
Soy Noodles with Prawns
粉丝虾
The other star dish. Transparent soy noodles steamed with fresh prawns. Soft, aromatic and with incredible depth of flavour.
⭐ Best Seller
93
Spicy Prawns
Spicy Prawns
香辣虾
Steamed prawns with spicy sauce. Juicy, intense and with that kick that makes you order another plate.
12
Marinated Dry Tofu
Marinated Dry Tofu
鲜汁豆腐
Firm tofu marinated in soy sauce and spices. Pure protein packed with flavour.
71
Kombu Seaweed Salad
Kombu Seaweed Salad
什锦小菜
Kombu seaweed with vegetables and Asian dressing. Rich in minerals and sea flavours.
75
Mushrooms
Mushrooms
蘑菇
Steamed mushrooms with soy sauce. Pure umami in every bite.
9
Assorted Vegetables
Assorted Vegetables
素五福
Selection of seasonal steamed vegetables. 100% vegan and gluten-free.
94
Spinach Salad
Spinach Salad
凉拌菠菜
Fresh spinach dressed in Asian style. Light and nutritious.
27
Vegetable & Egg Soup
Vegetable & Egg Soup
蔬菜蛋汤
Gentle vegetable broth with egg. Comforting, light, perfect as a side.
46
Potato Noodle Salad
Potato Noodle Salad
凉拌拉皮
Potato noodles with sesame sauce. Smooth and aromatic.
26
Dry Tofu Salad
Dry Tofu Salad
凉拌干豆腐丝
Dry tofu in strips with Asian dressing. Fresh and filling.
⭐ Best Seller
Homemade Mochi
Homemade Mochi
自制红豆雪娘娃
The favourite in the reviews. Artisan red bean or Nutella Mochi. Soft, stretchy, handmade every day.
Japanese Mini Cheesecake
Japanese Mini Cheesecake
自制日式乳酪小蛋糕
Artisan cheesecake Japanese style: soft, creamy and almost ethereal.
Matcha Mini Cheesecake
Matcha Mini Cheesecake
自制日式乳酪抹茶小蛋糕
The same cheesecake with Matcha green tea. An elegant and surprising combination.
Homemade Matcha Ice Cream
Homemade Matcha Ice Cream
自制抹茶冰淇淋
Homemade green tea Matcha ice cream. Creamy and intense.
Vanilla Ice Cream
Vanilla Ice Cream
香草冰淇淋
Creamy vanilla ice cream. The classic that never fails.
Matcha Assortment "Hope"
Matcha Assortment "Hope"
自制抹茶甜品拼盘万物复苏
Assorted homemade Matcha desserts: cake, ice cream and mochi. The perfect ending.
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4.6
★ Google

The art of
steam — since 2018

At VABOWL we cook by steam as a life philosophy. No oil, no frying: nutrients are fully preserved and natural flavours shine on their own. Every piece of Dim Sum is handmade every day with fresh ingredients.

We draw inspiration from the culinary traditions of southern China — from Cantonese Dim Sum to northern Baozi — to bring you an authentic experience in the heart of Barcelona's Eixample.

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100% Steam

No oil or frying. Clean cooking that preserves nutrients and natural flavours.

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Vegan & Vegetarian

Wide selection of dishes for all lifestyles.

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Handmade

Every piece of Dim Sum crafted by hand every day.

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Eixample, BCN

In the heart of Barcelona since 2018, with +1,600 reviews averaging 4.6 ★.

4.6
Based on +1,600 Google reviews
JH
Jiayi H.
Enero 2026
"The shrimp vermicelli was truly, truly, truly amazing. Every dish was delicious and the price was very reasonable."
LZ
Lizandra
Sep 2025
"Amazing local family owned spot. Highly recommend the menu of the day — great value and everything tasted homemade."
GC
Giorgos C.
Oct 2025
"The beef ramen with udon and the spicy wontons were outstanding. Felt like a home cooked meal. Will definitely be back."
ME
Mel
Ago 2024
"Around €13-14 for a full meal and it was absolutely delicious. Overall 10/10, one of the best finds in Barcelona."
EG
Eli G.
Ago 2025
"The Nutella mochi was incredible. Felt like gourmet cooking — everything was so well prepared and the staff super friendly."
KW
Kumi W.
Enero 2026
"Best bowl of ramen I have ever had. The flavours were incredible. Cannot recommend this place highly enough!"
LG
Laura G.
Jul 2024
"Tasty and light, excellent value. The vegetarian options are great and everything is fresh. A hidden gem in Eixample."
MA
Marianne
May 2024
"Wonderfully prepared vegetarian dishes — so much variety and every single one was delicious. Highly recommended."
JH
Jiayi H.
Enero 2026
"The shrimp vermicelli was truly, truly, truly amazing. Every dish was delicious and the price was very reasonable."
LZ
Lizandra
Sep 2025
"Amazing local family owned spot. Highly recommend the menu of the day — great value and everything tasted homemade."
GC
Giorgos C.
Oct 2025
"The beef ramen with udon and the spicy wontons were outstanding. Felt like a home cooked meal. Will definitely be back."
ME
Mel
Ago 2024
"Around €13-14 for a full meal and it was absolutely delicious. Overall 10/10, one of the best finds in Barcelona."
EG
Eli G.
Ago 2025
"The Nutella mochi was incredible. Felt like gourmet cooking — everything was so well prepared and the staff super friendly."
KW
Kumi W.
Enero 2026
"Best bowl of ramen I have ever had. The flavours were incredible. Cannot recommend this place highly enough!"
LG
Laura G.
Jul 2024
"Tasty and light, excellent value. The vegetarian options are great and everything is fresh. A hidden gem in Eixample."
MA
Marianne
May 2024
"Wonderfully prepared vegetarian dishes — so much variety and every single one was delicious. Highly recommended."
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Every day of the year: 13:00 – 23:00
Lunch Menu (Mon–Fri): 13:00–16:00
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