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★★★★★4.5(2,670 reviews)
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The original Australian-inspired café that kickstarted Barcelona's specialty coffee revolution. Federal Café in Sant Antoni remains the city's benchmark for flat whites, egg dishes and all-day brunch in a beautifully designed open-plan space.
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AI Review Summary
Generated from guest reviews of Federal Café
Federal Café is credited by many Barcelonins as the place that introduced them to proper specialty coffee. The flat whites and brunch dishes receive consistent praise, especially the smashed avocado toast and the French toast. The Sant Antoni location has a wonderful neighbourhood energy. Quiet weekday mornings, bustling weekend brunches.
Guest Reviews2,670 total
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Marta S.★★★★★2025-03-10
The coffee scene in Barcelona owes everything to Federal. Still the best flat white in the city. Brunch is excellent too.
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Chris M.★★★★★2025-02-16
Great coffee, great avocado toast, great neighbourhood. What more do you need? A Barcelona weekend staple.
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Paula R.★★★★★2025-01-22
Sunny terrace in spring is dreamy. Perfectly made coffee and wonderful French toast. A gem in Sant Antoni.