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Cosa mangiare a Valencia

Valencia’s cuisine revolves around rice, fresh seafood and local produce, blending Moorish and Mediterranean influences. The city’s markets and beachfront eateries make it easy to sample authentic dishes.

Piatti locali da provare

Paella Valenciana

Traditional rice with chicken, rabbit and vegetables, cooked over wood fire; best at beachfront restaurants.

Arroz a banda

Rice cooked in fish broth, served with alioli; a seaside specialty.

Arroz negro

Squid‑ink rice with cuttlefish and paprika, often enjoyed as a main course.

Fideuà

Short noodles with fish and seafood, originated near Gandía and common in coastal bars.

Horchata de xufa

Cold drink made from tiger‑nuts, sugar and water; sold in horchaterías citywide.

Agua de Valencia

Mix of orange juice, cava and sometimes gin; popular in bars for evening drinks.

Buñuelos de calabaza

Sweet pumpkin doughnuts, typical during Fallas celebrations.

Esgarraet

Shredded roasted red peppers with salted cod and olive oil; served as tapa.

Dove mangiare

1
Mercado Central
Sample paella, jamón and fresh fruit in Spain’s largest indoor market.
2
Calle Caballeros
Tapas street in the Old Town, ideal for small plates and horchata.
3
Plaza del Neptuno area
Seafood stalls and paella grills near the beach promenade.

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Consigli per mangiare fuori

Lunch (14‑16 h) is the main meal; many restaurants close for siesta after lunch.
Reserve a table for paella on weekends, especially at beachfront venues.
Leave a small tip (5‑10 %) if service is not included; cash is preferred.