Can Xapes

Cuisine

Contemporary

Michelin

bib_gourmand

Price

€€

Website

https://www.canxapes.cat

Description

Can Xapes is much more than a restaurant thanks to its history (it started out as a cinema in 1949). It is also part of the non-profit “AD' Iniciatives Socials” organisation, which provides work opportunities for youngsters with limited financial resources and access to training. Nowadays operating as a restaurant school, it highlights its links with the past via the original Art Deco-style bar counter from the former Rosa cinema. It also features attractive dining rooms where guests can savour Catalan cuisine with a contemporary feel on three menus (De Temporada, De Cine and Degustación) base

Review score

4.4

Review count

70

Review summary

Can Xapes offers contemporary Catalan cuisine, featuring seasonal and film-themed tasting menus. Food quality is generally praised, with dishes like anchovy sweetbread highlighted, though some guests noted overcooked meat or insufficient portions. Service experiences vary significantly; while many found the staff attentive and warm, others reported long wait times, cold attitudes, and poor pacing. The atmosphere is described as charming and cozy, particularly suitable for colder seasons. Despite occasional service inconsistencies, the restaurant is recognized for its refined dishes and reasonable value, making it a solid choice for those seeking authentic local flavors.

Best for

Suitable for diners seeking refined Catalan flavors who can tolerate potential service inconsistencies.

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