My wife and I tried to go here yesterday based on the reviews on here. We were just around the corner at about 10pm when I told my wife this looked like a shady area. We turned the corner and saw 7 guys robbing a guy that appeared to be alone. They took everything he had and ran away. We... more

Based on reviews, we took an evening out of our 3 day stay in Barcelona to go and visit this Tapas/Cava bar...and we were not disappointed! Straight away, on approaching the bar, we were served our drinks by the owner. He insisted on trying out a selection of Tapas by pointing to the food. We didnt understand Catalonian, but that... more

We had intended to visit here since seeing it on a documentary travel programme some years ago on which it was referred to as the 'Secret Cava Bar'. This gave the impression it would be hard to find, & tucked away but we found it easily just along from the Picasso Museum. We stood at the bar for a while... more

Small but packed with flavors, this bar is a must-see for any fan of tapas. Family-run, the service is efficient and friendly, food and drinks are sublime. Trust their recommendations if you are not sure what to order. Expect to stand but it is worth it. House drink is the eponymous "Xampanyet", apparently a cava-like sparkling wine. Reasonably priced. I... more

Ex Xampanyet doesn't need positive reviews to draw a crowd, and for good reason. The bustling - some would say claustrophobic - atmosphere in this small, charming tapas bar is a great mix of local and tourist. If you go late, order a cookie tray with excellent house cava. You may want to order a bottle if you're squeamish; otherwise... more

A fantastic little cava/tapas bar just down the road from the Picasso Museum , El Xampanyet is a must for any visitor to Barcelona. The short but bustling bar has a superb atmosphere and the staff are incredibly helpfull. Get there just about 8 o'clock (or earlier) if you want a table otherwise you may have to stand, the place... more

l'attrape-touriste par excellence: 3 assiettes avec 2 anchois, une tomate sechée, du pan con tomata et des patatas bravas plus... more

Le monde attire le monde, El Xampanet a su négocier en communication pour apparaitre dans les guides... Ambiance agréable et... more

il faut se laisser guider par le serveur, surtout prendre la boisson gazeuse de la maison, une institution à Barcelona... more