Barts Best of: 8 times vegetarian and vegan in Valencia
Okay, we really can't (and don't want) to ignore it anymore: nowadays the majority of people who eat out opt for a vegetarian option. Especially during a holiday and/or city trip. Let Valencia - in any case the European Green Capital of 2024 - be a destination par excellence for everyone who likes vegetarian/vegetarian food! Voilà , the best, tastiest and coziest vegetarian and vegan hotspots in this wonderful city, selected for you. And to all the non-vegetarians and vegans among us: we got your back. It's not just munching on vegetables, this list of restaurants, but really, really good food. Barts Best of: 8 times vegetarian and vegan in Valencia.
The Ruzafa district is by far the nicest, most versatile neighborhood in the entire city. Foodies will enjoy themselves here. It is buzzing with trendy restaurants, popular clubs, retro bars, vintage shops and cozy bookstores. Coincidentally, this is also where a favorite is located Bouet. All your senses are stimulated at this trendy spot. But not only because of all the goodies, the location and manners also score points. Upon arrival in the lobby – where you can get a glass of cava, a cocktail and a cold dish – you are then welcomed into the main room, where the large windows steal the show. Go for the well-known Spanish menu of the day . à la carte menu. Last but not least, this favorite is suitable for vegetarians, vegans and they have gluten-free options.
Valencia has been elected European Green Capital of 2024. How did they become that and why do you want to know? Good question, we were curious about that too. And so we looked into it. It's like this: with this award, the European Commission 'recognizes (and honors) cities with more than 100.000 inhabitants that implement projects to reduce environmental impacts and improve quality of life'. Ah. Over time, Valencia has managed to gain important sustainability credentials, such as the title of European Capital of 'Smart Tourism' in 2022, and the Capital of Sustainable Food in 2017. In addition, the city is ahead of its European peers. cities when it comes to measuring and offsetting the carbon footprint in the field of tourism. Moreover, it is one of the 2 cities selected by the European Union for the Cities Missionproject, which aims to be climate neutral by 2030. Read more about Valencia
You will be pampered at a two-Michelin star restaurant in the center of Valencia El Poblet. Chef Luis Valls cooks, as he himself describes, 'Valencia', with products from the area. It's all about refined dishes, bold flavors and first-class products. Everything for that ultimate experience. Choose one of the two tasting menus or order à la carte Nice side note: everything here revolves around vegetables. There is no shortage of great wines here, in the wine cellar you will find the most luxurious and beautiful wines. There is also an incredible collection of whiskies. Let's just say: you won't be short of anything here.
Certainly not a punishment, the restaurant should be on the list Reef At home. The Michelin-starred gem is located in the La Gran Via district. This Mediterranean cuisine is based on fish and vegetables. The fish and seafood come from the local fish market and the vegetables are 100% organic. German chef Bernd Knöller has put together several menus, including a completely vegetarian menu. You can also go there for lunch. The musical atmosphere here, mostly jazz, comes from an old record player with tunes chosen by the chef himself. Bernd also enjoys a walk through the dining room, telling guests everything in detail. A social chef, we love it.
Restaurant Vuelve Carolina is about more than just food. The unique dining space, fusion kitchen and set menus provide the ultimate experience. The modern space decorated with wood in combination with plants make it unique. A place where you can organize an evening with friends, an intimate dinner or a group meal. Go for it shared menu or choose à la carte All vegan, vegetarian or gluten-free possible. Furthermore, the bar is the eye-catcherr of the restaurant, pontifically in the middle of the restaurant. The perfect place to experience the atmosphere of the restaurant, drink a cocktail and let yourself go.
We have a restaurant with Chef Vicente Patiño Saiti to thank. Located between the center and the Jardín del Turia park you will find this monster of a tent. A modern kitchen with a Mediterranean-traditional basis and menus for every season of the year. Chef Vicente loves local products and looks for the most special flavors. Four different menus have been put together, one for each season. In addition, this tent has a wine cellar that is worth mentioning. A collection of more than 140 wines, everything for the perfect one match with your dish.
Wonderful when it's really just about the food. Nothing hippy and neither is the location Restaurante la Salita is somewhat out of the way, so not necessarily intended for tourism. You notice that. Here it is simply great food in a room covered with white wood, on tables with crisp white linen. You can choose from different menus, something for everyone. A menu has even been put together for the little ones. This place is all about vegetables, ideal for the vegetarians and vegans among us.
At the Richard Camera Restaurant, you eat the stars from heaven for a corresponding price. Richard Camera is the rock star chef of Valencia (the best man also has the Canalla Bistro business further down in Valencia, in the Ruzafa district (recommended!). His cuisine is refined and focused on vegetables, flavor combinations that must be tasted. He has not received the award for the best vegetable restaurant in Spain in 2021 for nothing. You can choose from three different types of menus, including one completely vegetarian and vegan menu. For a special experience, you have come to the right place.
Copenhagen is one of the most famous vegetarian restaurants in Valencia. This restaurant has one goal: to show that vegetarian cuisine is just as tasty as all other cuisines. That turned out well, if we say so ourselves. This spot is in the heart of the Ruzafa district, where several vegan hotspots can be found. This modern and sleek restaurant has a Scandinavian interior where you will be spoiled with vegetarian dishes. The dishes are mainly inspired by Japanese and Thai cuisines. Tip: during the week they offer special lunch menus for only €11,90.
