La Granja 1872

La Rambla & Barri Gòtic


This long-running cafe – dating back to the 19th century – serves up thick, rich chocolate with doughy, sugar-covered xurros (churros in Spanish), as well as speciality coffees, stuffed crepes, herbal teas and other pastries. A section of Roman wall graces the back.


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