The spring weather is back and Covid restrictions have been eased once again with restaurants now open until 10pm and so I wanted to share with you our inside secrets on the most authentic and tasty really really Valencian tapas spots for you to enjoy and have a good old picar (nibble)!

Here they are in Alphabetical Order:

1.     Aquarium

Quaint and completely fuss-free, everything on the menu is simple but just so tasty. The waiters are the best waiters in Valencia and many would argue that they serve the best Dry Martini in the city. Trust me, you won’t see many tourists here. They have also recently expanded and spilled their outdoor terrace onto the Gran Via park lined with palm trees.

Phone: +34 963 51 00 40

Address: Gran Via del Marqués del Túria, 57, 46005 València

2.     Bar Ché Taberna Vasca

Close to Calle Colon and where the trendy Russafa neighborhood begins, Bar Ché is your typical local Spanish tapas bar. Low-key with absolutely delicious dishes and really inexpensive. Quaint and charming, they have expanded the terrace to accommodate more customers outside during Covid.

Phone: +34 963 74 65 25

Address: Avinguda Regne de Valencia, 9, 46005 València, Valencia

3.     Cervecería Alhambra

If you like tortilla (Spanish potato omelet) or want to try it for the first time, you must go Bar Alhambra for one of Valencia’s best. This small, no-frills café with outdoor seats is a Valencian classic and renowned for it’s tortilla & sandwiches.

Phone: +34 641 26 75 26

Address: Carrer de Calixt III, 8, 46008 València, Valencia

 4.     Bar Ricardo

Bar Ricardo is easily one of the most classic and authentic tapas bars in Valencia. Nice atmosphere, great food and inexpensive.

Website: http://barricardo.com/

Phone: +34 963 22 69 49

Address: Carrer del Dr. Zamenhof, 16, 46008 València, Valencia

5.     Casa Montaña

Casa Montana is an old-style tavern that dates back to the 1830 and an absolute must for tapas and plates of dried meats “fiambre” paired with really good wines and Vermouth.

Website: www.emilianobodega.com/

Phone: +34 963 67 23 14

Address: Carrer de Josep Benlliure, 69, 46011 València, Valencia

6.     Casa Victoria

Quaint and authentic, Casa Vistoria is a classic, hole in the wall type place with plenty of atmosphere, right in the heart of Barrio del Carmen. Inexpensive drinks and great tapas, the croquettes and Vermouth are delicious.

Phone: +34 667 71 98 97

Address: Carrer de Calatrava, 23, 46001 València, Valencia

 7.     Kiosko La Pergola

I don’t think it gets more Valencian than this, so much so that they close during the whole month of August. Have “almuerzo” (brunch) with a “cerveza” (beer) around the bar or order a “bocadillo” (sandwhich). I highly recommend the Super BonBon, a messy heaven of sliced pork, garlic and parsley mushrooms with melted cheese.

The place is famous amongst Valencians and reservations aren’t accepted, either get there early or expect to wait a bit.

Phone: +34 963 69 90 79

Address: Passeig de l'Albereda, 1, 46010 València, Valencia

8.     Ostras Pedrin

Ostras Pedrin is another great Valencian classic. This compact and contemporary tavern is famous for its’ “marisco” (shellfish). Have oysters and urchins paired with a really good selection of local wines and cava.

Website: www.ostraspedrin.es/

Phone: +34 963 76 70 54

Address: Carrer de Bonaire, 23, 46003 València, Valencia

9.     Rausell

This low-key but busy venue is perfect for easy tapas and delicious seafood with all ingredients bought fresh from the morning’s market. The service is excellent and is always packed with locals - which is always a good sign.

Website: www.rausell.es/

Phone: +34 963 84 31 93

Address: Carrer d'Àngel Guimerà, 61, 46008 València, Valencia

10.  Taberna Anyora

Taberna Anyora is another great authentic tapas restaurant in a nice traditional and cosy setting in Cabanyal with an exceptional wine list. The quality and value for money is outstanding. It’s hard not to have a nice time here.

Website: www.anyora.es/

Phone: +34 963 55 88 09

Address: Carrer d'en Vicent Gallart, 15, 46011 València, Valencia

“Buen provecho!”