Cafè del Centre is located on the right side of Eixample, this emblematic space offers us an original atmosphere and excellent tapas.

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Cafè del Centre

L'Eixample


Travel back to the 19th century at this charmingly old-world cafe, in business since 1873. The mahogany bar extends down the right side as you enter, fronted by marble-dressed tables and wooden chairs. It exudes an almost melancholy air by day but gets busy at night, when live jazz piano plays.


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