Finally. The sleepless nights fuelled by coffee, the agonising undergraduate dissertation deadlines and the pressure of final exams are over. You are graduating in 2026, and you have more than earned the chance to celebrate the end of a university era in style.

Now comes the next big step: organising the celebration. And this is where things split into two options: are you looking for the perfect place for a large dinner with all your classmates, to raise one last toast before everyone goes their separate ways? Or do you need an impeccable venue for lunch with your parents and family after the official ceremony?

To save you the drama of searching through hundreds of restaurants for graduations in Madrid and getting everyone to agree, at Grupo Dani García we make it easy for you. We have the ideal space, whatever your celebration plan may be.

BiBo Madrid: The headquarters for graduation dinners with your classmates

If you have been tasked with organising dinner for your entire degree group, stop looking for restaurants in Madrid to celebrate your graduation. BiBo Madrid is the universal answer. It is Dani García’s most cosmopolitan, dynamic and fun concept, designed for large tables where boredom is not allowed.

The perfect atmosphere for university students: Its spectacular circular bar, lit by thousands of bulbs, creates a party and celebration atmosphere from the moment you walk through the door. There is the right kind of noise, music and high energy.

Ideal dishes to share in the centre of the table: Its menu is designed for sophisticated sharing among many people. No one will argue over the bill with the iconic oxtail brioches, crispy prawns or creamy croquettes.

To keep the night going: BiBo’s creative cocktail offering is legendary. It is the perfect place to start the evening with your graduating classmates, drink in hand, before heading out to party in Madrid.

Tragabuches Madrid: “Non-Stop” cuisine ideal for coordinating the whole graduating class’s schedules

Organising thirty or forty university students after a graduation ceremony is chaos: some finish earlier, others are delayed taking photos, and families start to mix together. Tragabuches Madrid is one of the best restaurants to celebrate graduations in Madrid thanks to its flexibility and uninterrupted kitchen concept.

Non-Stop kitchen: It doesn’t matter whether your ceremony ends at 4:00 p.m. or 11:00 p.m. Here, the kitchen does not close, allowing you to book at unconventional times without rushing.

For all tastes: It offers pure, honest Andalusian cuisine with outstanding ingredients. From Iberian cured meat boards, cheeses and spectacular tapas in its bar area for something more informal among friends, to its meats and traditional stews in the dining room if you are coming with a more family-oriented plan.

Lobito de Mar: Rice dishes and seafood tapas for large tables, whether with friends or family

Dani García’s urban beach bar on Calle Jorge Juan is an extremely versatile option. It works just as well for a relaxed end-of-degree meal with your closest friends from university as it does for a formal celebration with your parents.

Celebration tables: Lobito Madrid’s format invites guests to sit together at a long table. Its menu combines the freshness of the sea with an Andalusian soul.

The great plan: Sharing some portions of Andalusian fried fish, a good almadraba bluefin tuna tartare, and finishing with its famous dry or mellow rice dishes. It is a meal to be enjoyed without rushing, ideal for reminiscing about the anecdotes of the last four years.

Leña Madrid: The premium tribute for your closest circle

There are subjects that have cost tears, and degrees that deserve a monument. If you want to celebrate your graduation with a first-class tribute alongside your intimate group of foodie friends or with your parents in one of the most sought-after venues in the capital, Leña Madrid is the temple.

A striking atmosphere: Its organic design, based on black wood and fire, wraps the experience in an aura of luxury and mystery. It is the perfect setting for those memorable photos.

Haute cuisine over the grill: Forget boring graduation menus. Here, you come to enjoy impeccable cuts of aged meat, the famous Burger Bull, or its revolutionary vegetable dishes touched by fire.

Smoked Room: For the group of three friends who survived the final degree project

Have you spent months locked away in the library, suffering together over the final project? If you are a very small group, or an ultra-intimate family celebration, and you want to celebrate the fact that you are now professionals with an international-level experience, this is your place.

Absolute exclusivity: With only 14 seats available and awarded two Michelin Stars, Smoked Room Madrid offers the Fire Omakase tasting menu.

The ultimate prize: A sanctuary where smoke and Japanese-Andalusian haute cuisine merge live in front of you. An experience reserved for those seeking the highest level of sophistication to mark a true before and after in their lives.

University graduations in Madrid are concentrated into just a few weeks between May and June. Do not leave your booking until the last minute or you will miss out on a table at the most sought-after venues in the capital.

Click here to book your table at your favourite Grupo Dani García restaurant and secure an unforgettable celebration.

After a year and a half revolutionising the gastronomic scene in the Catalan capital, Leña Barcelona, chef Dani García’s acclaimed fire-based dining concept, is expanding its horizons with the official opening of its terrace. Located within the exclusive Grand Hyatt Barcelona hotel, this new space has been designed as a sophisticated retreat to enjoy fire-cooked cuisine in the open air.

An oasis of sophistication in Les Corts

The Leña terrace is more than an extension; it is an oasis created for those seeking exclusivity and a vibrant atmosphere in the vicinity of Plaça de Pius XII. The space blends cutting-edge design with the warmth of the Leña universe, offering a balanced and relaxed ambiance that invites guests to linger into the evening. It stands as the perfect enclave for both local and international audiences wishing to enjoy Barcelona’s skyline from a setting of peace and absolute luxury.

The greatest hits, now al fresco

Since its opening, Leña has become “the place to be”, a meeting point for the city’s cosmopolitan scene, including figures from culture, fashion and sport, as well as food lovers who have made it their go-to restaurant in Barcelona. In this new outdoor chapter, guests will continue to enjoy the “hits” that have already become part of the city’s culinary imagination: from the iconic grilled Málaga avocado to the signature foie for spreading, alongside exclusive cuts of meat and the already legendary “burger that gave it all meaning.” A proposal that preserves Dani García’s technical excellence, now adapted to fully embrace the Mediterranean climate and the finest nights of the season.

Leña and Barcelona: a relationship that burns stronger than ever

Leña’s commitment to local culture remains as strong as ever. Coinciding with the opening of its terrace, the restaurant announces its participation, for the second time, in Tast a la Rambla.

The restaurant will once again delight gastronomy enthusiasts with its most passionate creation: the burger known as “the burger that gave it all meaning.” After causing a true sensation in the previous edition, this cult piece will return to the streets to reaffirm why Leña has earned a place in the heart (and palate) of Barcelona in just a year and a half of its journey.

Let’s be honest. If you are reading this, you already know that a real burger isn’t just a piece of meat slapped between two boring buns. May 28th is International Burger Day—the ultimate excuse to ditch the diet and pay tribute to this iconic bite. But in Dani García’s universe, we don’t just make burgers to get by. We make them so you can’t stop thinking about them.

And this year, we’re making your choice incredibly hard. Because Leña’s legendary Burger Bull is no longer playing solo. BiBo has just entered the game with a brand-new smash burger that is completely breaking the rules. The same DNA, the same devotion to our iconic Bull Sauce, but two entirely different experiences. Which side are you on?

Leña: The Burger Bull that started it all

If you are looking for classic perfection driven by live fire, Leña is your place. From day one, the mission was crystal clear: elevate the burger to the ranks of haute cuisine.

No gimmicks, just pure obsession with details:

• The Meat: An impeccable selection, minced to the exact point to guarantee a juicy bite that literally melts in your mouth.
• The Fire: The open flame of the grill isn’t just a cooking method; it’s an ingredient. That deep, smoky touch is non-negotiable.
• The Architecture: A brioche bun so soft on the inside and perfectly toasted on the outside, embracing melted Havarti cheese and, of course, Dani García’s unmistakable, iconic Bull Sauce.

Ordering the Burger Bull at Leña (whether you are in Marbella, Madrid, or Barcelona) isn’t just dining; it’s a ritual. It’s the aroma of the embers taking over the table right before that first bite forces you to close your eyes.

BiBo: The new “Smash” that came to break the rules

If Leña is the elegance of fire, BiBo is pure, unadulterated indulgence.

We knew the smash burger fever was here to stay, but we weren’t about to make just another regular burger. We took the technique of smashing the meat against a screaming hot griddle and gave it the ultimate BiBo twist.

The result? Absolute, addictive madness.

• Maillard reaction to the limit: Ultra-crispy, caramelized edges contrasting with an absurdly tender and juicy center.
• Drowned in Sauce: We don’t hold back here. BiBo’s new smash burger comes loaded with heavy amounts of Bull Sauce. Every single bite is a flavor explosion that will require more than one napkin. (And you won’t care at all).

It’s edgy, it’s fun, and it’s designed for you to get your hands dirty and just enjoy it like a kid.

This May 28th, choose your side

International Burger Day isn’t meant to be celebrated at home with a defrosted patty. It’s meant to be celebrated by worshipping high-quality meat.

Book your table at Leña or BiBo now and celebrate Burger Day the way it deserves.

Dani García Sets Opening Dates for Leña and Lobito de Mar

Ibiza’s summer season is starting with a whole new culinary beat. This June, Grupo Dani García makes a historic double landing in the Balearic Islands: Leña Ibiza opens its doors on June 5th in Cala Nova, followed by Lobito de Mar Ibiza on June 15th in Playa d’en Bossa.

Both concepts are part of the new culinary hub The Site Ibiza, Palladium Hotel Group’s ambitious luxury project. Two strategic openings designed for those looking for exceptional product, a relaxed Mediterranean pace, and long after-dinner conversations on the white island.

Restaurant	Opening Date	Exact Location	Booking Status
Leña Ibiza	June 5th	BLESS Ibiza The Site (Cala Nova)	Open (Leña Ibiza Booking)
Lobito de Mar	June 15th	Next to The Unexpected Ibiza Hotel	Open (Lobito de Mar Booking)

Leña Ibiza: The premium steakhouse defying fire in Cala Nova

The aroma of noble wood, the smoke, and the absolute control of the live flame officially arrive on June 5th.

Located in the exclusive BLESS Ibiza The Site, Leña Ibiza brings its successful cosmopolitan steakhouse concept to the north of the island, offering a versatile experience that works perfectly for a relaxed lunch or a vibrant dinner.

Here, true luxury is measured by the precise aging of each cut of meat and the technical mastery of the grill.

The culinary offer combines iconic house bites, like our addictive wagyu yakipincho with marbled fat, with complex creations that inherit the fine-dining spirit of our two-Michelin-starred Smoked Room. All in an imposing, beautifully designed space, ideal to break the beach routine and start the Ibiza night with raw intensity.

Lobito de Mar Ibiza: Flawless socarrat rice and beach-shack soul in Playa d’en Bossa

Ten days later, on June 15th, the maritime soul and Andalusian sea breeze move to the south of the island, right next to The Unexpected Ibiza Hotel.

Lobito de Mar Ibiza lands in one of the most vibrant areas of the island with its refined, bright, and fresh “beach shack without a beach” format, blending seamlessly with the Ibiza summer vibe.

It is a mandatory stop for seafood devotees. The kitchen delivers pure honesty from the sea: selected wild red tuna, crispy Andalusian-style fried fish, and fresh catch of the day straight from the market.

A special mention goes to the main stars: a selection of the best rice dishes in Ibiza, cooked with deeply concentrated broths and an absolutely flawless socarrat that begs you to scrape the pan. The perfect spot for fresh seafood, signature cocktails, and long lunches with no eye on the clock.

The new culinary epicenter by Palladium Hotel Group

This double landing solidifies our strategic alliance with Palladium Hotel Group inside their most ambitious project: The Site Ibiza.

This space brings together the global culinary scene’s most influential names, positioning the island as a top-tier international destination. The addition of Leña and Lobito de Mar brings the ultimate balance: the primitive power of meat and the fresh bounty of the coast.

Reservations are officially open, and tables for July and August fill up fast. If you want to secure your spot in front of the open flames or a steaming pan of seafood rice during your next vacation, plan ahead.

🔥 🐟 Choose your side this summer (meat or sea) and book your table at Leña Ibiza or Lobito de Mar.

There are gastronomic experiences you plan months in advance. And then there are those fleeting, wild and exclusive opportunities that appear almost without warning and disappear in the blink of an eye.

This is one of them. And it is happening the day after tomorrow.

On 20 May, the smoke, the embers and the stripped-back haute cuisine that have taken Smoked Room to the top — earning it 2 Michelin stars in record time — are packing their bags. We are leaving our home to take over one of Valencia’s most vibrant and rule-free spaces: Alegal.

For one night only. For just 50 people.

What Happens When Two Universes Collide?

Smoked Room is technique, primitivism and the most radical expression of Dani García’s cuisine. Alegal is design, culture, rebellion and local produce with a Mediterranean soul.

What will happen this Wednesday is not a traditional four-hands dinner. It is a fusion in which the Fire Omakase — that narrative where fire controls everything — enters into dialogue with Alegal’s seasonality and transgressive spirit.

There are no predefined rules. Only a sensory progression designed down to the smallest detail by Massimiliano Delle Vedove, chef of Smoked Room, taking you from absolute subtlety to the deepest intensity.

A Menu Where Smoke Sets the Rules and Spain’s Best Sommelier Works His Magic

If you know the Smoked Room universe, you know we do not do things halfway.

The journey will begin by gently caressing the palate with the precise freshness of Motril prawns with brown butter and yuzu kosho, before raising the temperature step by step.

You will come face to face with iconic creations of surgical precision:

• Smoked eel nitro tomato with roasted pepper gel and Málaga-style ajo blanco.
• No sakemushi langoustine with grilled mayonnaise.
• The commanding force of grilled Kagoshima A5 Wagyu, accompanied by 34-year-aged soy sauce and fresh wasabi.

Even the sweet finale refuses to leave the fire behind, with chocolate, miso and smoked notes that extend the experience until the very last second.

But a menu of this calibre would be incomplete without a conductor to match. That is why the pairing will be led by Luis Baselga, named Spain’s Best Sommelier by the MICHELIN Guide 2026. Luis has designed a selection of wines created exclusively to amplify the aromatic complexity of each stage of smoke.

The Details — If You Are Fast Enough

The clock is ticking and places are limited: only 50 seats.

📍 Where: Alegal, Av. del Port, 1, 46021 Valencia
📅 When: Wednesday, 20 May at 8:00 p.m.
💶 Experience price: €250 per person

If you are reading this and there are still tables available, you are in luck. But in just a few hours, this page will show the words Sold Out.

Stripped-back haute cuisine is waiting for you in Valencia. Do not let someone else tell you about it on Thursday.

BOOK MY PLACE FOR THE FIRE OMAKASE NOW