Ruzafa, the neighborhood that was once an Arab village, today has become the center of nightlife in Valencia. It is the trendy neighborhood, the hipster epicenter of the city, but it still exudes a neighborhood aroma that (if we may say so) we no longer see in other Spanish neighborhoods such as Malasaña and Gràcia.
If you are looking for things to do in Ruzafa, this guide shows you more than 20 must-visit places: cafes, restaurants, bookstores, galleries and a few more surprises.
La Finestra
Their mini pizzas for less than 3 euros have conquered the neighborhood. We tell you about them here but you’d better come and try them for yourself any afternoon. Note: they do not reserve.
📍Carrer dels Vivons, 16.
Maui Ruzafa
In addition to being one of the best cheap restaurants in Valencia it is an ideal place for a dinner as a couple or with friends. The neighborhood reference for good tapas and quality.
📍 Carrer dels Vivons, 27.
Nozomi
The cherry blossom restaurant is also one of the most important the best Japanese restaurants in Valencia for its cuisine and decoration. Total respect for Japanese tradition.
📍 Carrer de Pere III el Gran, 11.
Insectum
The first edible insects store in Valencia is in the Ruzafa Market. It is called Insectum. Don’t miss it.
📍 Ruzafa Market.
La Cantina
One of the temples of the esmorzaret is in Ruzafa. Discover why La Cantina has become one of the best bars to enjoy a real lunch.
📍 Carrer del Literat Azorín, 13-A
San Telmo Grill
The unofficial embassy of Argentina in Valencia. This small steakhouse on Puerto Rico Street has mastered the art of the grilled cuisine and accompanies it with exquisite Argentinean empanadas.
📍 C. de Puerto Rico, 14.
Zalamero
Zalamero has revolutionized Ruzafa with its cocas. This place has recovered the famous “Valencian pizza” to make an attractive and highly demanded product in one of the busiest neighborhoods of Valencia.
📍 Carrer de Sevilla, 20.
Hikari Yakitori Bar
It has the name of a Japanese high-speed train, but here you come looking for something else: the best Japanese skewers in Valencia. Behind it are the creators of Nozomi one of the Japanese restaurants in Valencia that you have to visit.
📍 Carrer dels Tomasos, 18.
Canalla Bistró
The Michelin star cuisine of Ricard Camarena is a great place to go wild in this place in Ruzafa. It is one of the restaurants you have to visit in Valencia and has one of the best hamburgers in town.
📍 Carrer del Mestre Josep Serrano, 5.
Gnome
Store for objects and special gifts. Focused on local artists and artisans, a good option if you are looking for a different souvenir of Valencia.
📍 Carrer de Cuba, 32.
Ruzanuvol
Kings of Italian craft beer with a dose of excellent gastronomy. If you come, order a pint with one of their piadinas.
📍 Carrer de Lluís de Santàngel, 3.
Kawori
For sushi restaurant lovers, also at home and fusion food in a modern and avant-garde place.
📍 Carrer de Carles Cervera, 8.
Dulce de Leche
a perfect brunch for Sunday? This is your place in Ruzafa. Argentine-Spanish pastry shop in the center of Valencia.
📍 Carrer del Pintor Gisbert, 2.
Brian’s Beer
As its name indicates, in Brian’s Beer is a bar where you can choose from a long list of craft beers that Brian would drink in those endless movie discussions. The menu also offers juices, wines and cocktails and a variety of tapas and montaditos to accompany them.
📍 Gran Vía Germanías.
Bluebell Coffee
speciality Coffee’ in Valencia (or where to have good coffee). One of those cafes that you have to visit when you are in Valencia. Coffee is also roasted on the premises.
📍 Carrer de Buenos Aires, 3.
Ruzafa Market
Product of proximity and kilometer zero a few meters from the center of Valencia. One of the best markets in town and one of the places to see in Ruzafa.
📍 Plaça del Baró de Cortés.
Ubik Café
Café-bookstore that, besides being the meeting point in the cultural life of Ruzafa, welcomes animals.
📍 Carrer del Literat Azorín, 13.
Fierro
One of the 22 Michelin-starred restaurants in the Valencian Community and one of the youngest starred of the city.
📍 Carrer del Dr. Serrano, 4.
Bartleby Bookstore
One of the 5 must-visit bookstores in Valencia. Specializes in comics, but also sells books and graphic novels.
📍 Carrer de Cadis, 50.
La Llorona
Mexican Taqueria and much more. You’ll cry, but from how good their tacos are. One of the must-visit restaurants.
📍 Carrer del Pintor Salvador Abril, 35.
Parc Central
It is the new park in Valencia. It has large Verde zones and play areas such as the vertical climbing wall. It is open from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. and you cannot leave the neighborhood without visiting it.
Kuma
Your homemade ramen is a must in the neighborhood. And they even have their own machine to make the noodles. If you like Japan, you have to visit it.
📍 Carrer del Pintor Salvador Abril, 6.
The Sea Cooperative
The Cooperativa del Mar is a restaurant specializing in the most gourmet canned preserves. Here, no matter how much aluminum there is, you won’t see anything resembling the battle food associated with some of these containers.
📍 Carrer del Literat Azorín, 18.