Bar Ricardo

The 24 Best Restaurants In Valencia - Valencia - The Infatuation

"This institution has been drawing in a mix of longtime regulars, off-duty chefs, and anyone smart enough to follow the scent of garlic and grilled seafood since the 1940s. It’s a buzzy bar with fast-moving waiters and loud conversation. The seafood counter is the heart of the place and the best seat in the house—a glass case, brimming with crustaceans, mollusks, and the catch of the day, proudly displays the seafood before they’re cooked up into plates of razor clams, red prawns, baby cuttlefish, or perfectly grilled scallops. Grab a glass of cava and some oysters if you’re feeling fancy, or a beer, patatas bravas, and a hearty bocadillo if you’re keeping it casual. The menu is vast, each bite seems better than the last, and there’s always something on a neighbor’s plate to envy." - david neimanis