China Crown Barcelona
China Crown Barcelona
Repsol RecommendedFeatured in Spain's Repsol Guide as a recommended restaurant for quality dining.China Crown Barcelona brings imperial Chinese cuisine to one of the city's most distinctive settings -- Casa Calvet, a modernist building designed by Antoni Gaudi in 1898-1900.
Background
About China Crown Barcelona
The Story
China Crown Barcelona occupies the ground floor of Casa Calvet, one of Antoni Gaudi's lesser-known but significant modernist buildings from 1898-1900 in the Eixample. Part of Grupo China Crown, a restaurant group with 20+ locations across Spain, the Barcelona outpost was founded by siblings Maria Li Bao and Felipe Bao with a mission to bring imperial Chinese cuisine to a landmark setting. The combination of Gaudi's architecture with refined Chinese gastronomy creates one of Barcelona's most distinctive dining environments.
The Cuisine
Executive Chef Felipe Bao leads a kitchen specialising in imperial Chinese cuisine, recreating dishes inspired by 4,000 years of Chinese gastronomic history. The signature Imperial Peking Duck (90 EUR whole, 55 EUR half) is served with full ceremony and ritual. The menu spans dim sum including xiaolongbao with Iberian pork and foie, starters like jellyfish and marinated scallops, and mains featuring Sichuan-style preparations, wok dishes, and refined noodle and rice courses. Two tasting menus -- Ruta de la Seda (85 EUR) and Jardin de Yuyuan (70 EUR) -- showcase the kitchen's range.
The Team
Executive Chef Felipe Bao brings culinary creativity and technique across the Grupo China Crown portfolio, with Barcelona as a flagship location. His sister Maria Li Bao co-founded the group and handles business strategy and expansion.
Highlights
What Diners Say
Consensus
China Crown Barcelona Ratings & Reviews
Professional Ratings
Recomendado -- Featured in Repsol Guide
Charming, romantic, singular building, private dining
Diner Ratings
4.2
1,316 reviews
Professional recognition includes Repsol Recomendado and Macarfi food 7.3/10. Diners rate it 4.2/5 on Google (1,316 reviews).
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Reservations
How to Book China Crown Barcelona
Booking
Reservations recommended, especially for dinner and weekends. Book through CoverManager on the restaurant website or by phone at +34 933 15 80 95. Email barcelona@restaurantechinacrown.com for group bookings, private events, and tasting menu reservations. The Imperial Peking Duck should be pre-ordered when booking.
Experience
China Crown Barcelona Dining Experience
One of Barcelona's most architecturally significant restaurant settings, occupying the ground floor of Casa Calvet -- a modernist building designed by Antoni Gaudi in 1898-1900. The interior blends Gaudi's original architectural elements with refined Chinese imperial decor. Private dining rooms are available. also notes it as ideal for conversation.
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China Crown Barcelona Location & Neighbourhood
Getting There
Located inside Casa Calvet on Carrer de Casp in the Dreta de l'Eixample. Casa Calvet is a modernist building designed by Antoni Gaudi in 1898-1900, originally built as a textile merchant's residence and commercial space. The restaurant occupies the ground floor, blending imperial Chinese decor with Gaudi's architectural elements, steps from Urquinaona.
Nearby
La Dreta de l'Eixample is one of Barcelona's most prestigious neighbourhoods, home to iconic modernist landmarks along Passeig de Gracia including Casa Batllo and La Pedrera. The area around Urquinaona has a diverse dining scene spanning traditional Catalan restaurants, international cuisine, and hotel dining rooms. Casa Calvet sits on Carrer de Casp, a busy commercial street connecting the Eixample grid to the Arc de Triomf area.
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Details
China Crown Barcelona Reservations, Hours & Contact
Opening Hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 13:00–15:30 & 20:00–23:30 |
| Tuesday | 13:00–15:30 & 20:00–23:30 |
| Wednesday | 13:00–15:30 & 20:00–23:30 |
| Thursday | 13:00–15:30 & 20:00–23:30 |
| Friday | 13:00–15:30 & 20:00–23:30 |
| Saturday | 13:00–15:30 & 20:00–23:30 |
| Sunday | 13:00–15:30 |
China Crown Barcelona hours verified 2026-03-01. Contact the restaurant to confirm.
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From chinacrown_bcn on Instagram
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✨ Una joya escondida de Gaudí + un viaje gastronómico único en Barcelona 🏛️ Casa Calvet, una de las obras más elegantes y desconocidas del arquitecto 🥢 Dentro, China Crown te lleva por la Ruta de la Seda con un menú degustación lleno de historia y sabor 🌏 Tradición, cultura y diseño en un mismo e
¡Volvemos a estar recomendados por la Guía Repsol! Nos consolidamos como referente de la gastronomía china en Barcelona. ¡Gracias a nuestro equipo y a vosotros! #ChinaCrown #GuiaRepsol #AltaCocinaChina #Barcelona #Gastronomia
Haz que este día sea tan especial como él. Celebra el Día del Padre con alta cocina china en Casa Calvet, edificio modernista de Gaudí y recomendado por la Guía Repsol. Una experiencia única para homenajear como se merece. 🥢🏮 BOOKING | RESERVAS: LINK IN BIO \ 933 15 80 95 Te esperamos en: Carrer
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Así suena una noche de menú degustación en China Crown. Elige tu viaje: Ruta de la Seda o Jardín de Yuyuan. Dos mundos. Una experiencia BOOKING | RESERVAS: LINK IN BIO \ 933 15 80 95 Te esperamos en: Carrer de Casp 48, 08010, #barcelona #ChinaCrown #CasaCalvet #AltaCocinaChina #GastronomiaChina
Questions
China Crown Barcelona FAQ
Is China Crown Barcelona really located inside Gaudí's Casa Calvet?
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Yes, China Crown Barcelona occupies the ground floor of Casa Calvet, a modernist building designed by Antoni Gaudí in 1898-1900. The restaurant blends imperial Chinese decor with Gaudí's original architectural elements, creating one of Barcelona's most distinctive dining settings.
Does China Crown Barcelona offer a tasting menu?
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Yes, China Crown offers two tasting menus: Ruta de la Seda at 85 EUR per person and Jardín de Yuyuan at 70 EUR per person.
How much does it cost to eat at China Crown Barcelona?
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Expect to spend around 50 EUR per person for a la carte dining. The signature Imperial Peking Duck costs 90 EUR for a whole duck or 55 EUR for half. Dim sum ranges from 15-16 EUR, mains from 21-32 EUR, and the two tasting menus are priced at 70-85 EUR per person.
What do reviews say about China Crown Barcelona?
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China Crown Barcelona has a 4.2/5 rating. Professional reviewers rate it positively: gives it 7.3/10 for food and an impressive 7.5/10 for decor, while Repsol Guide lists it as Recomendado for 2026.
What's special about the menu at China Crown Barcelona?
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Executive Chef Felipe Bao specializes in imperial Chinese cuisine inspired by 4,000 years of Chinese gastronomic history. The signature Imperial Peking Duck is served with full ceremony and must be pre-ordered.
What are China Crown Barcelona's opening hours?
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China Crown Barcelona is open Monday through Saturday from 13:00–15:30 for lunch and 20:00–23:30 for dinner. On Sundays, they serve lunch only from 13:00–15:30 with no dinner service.