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Valencia | La Diva

🍴 La Diva: Valencia’s Fusion Spot with a Pub Twist—A Mixed Bag We popped into this fusion restaurant (that doubles as a late-night pub) on the eve of Mid-Autumn Festival, lured by friends’ raves. With vintage, elegant decor—think swings at the entrance, lush greenery, and stylish plating—it sets a charming scene. But high expectations led to mild disappointment. Here’s the lowdown: 🌟 The Bright Spots Croqueta Pollo 🐔 Crispy, warm chicken croquettes with a tangy pale sauce. Simple, but perfectly executed—crunchy outside, creamy inside. Croqueta Líquida 🧀 A fun twist: not your typical “exploding” croquette, but a cocktail-glass presentation with crispy crumbs on top and tender chicken shreds below. Texturally playful and tasty. 😊 Decent but Unremarkable Foie Micut 🦢 Foie gras mousse with jam and nuts, served with bread. Rich and silky, but a touch cloying—we hit a wall after a few bites. Friends noted they’ve had better at similar price points. ❌ The Letdowns Secreto Ibérico 🐷 Smoked Iberian pork that missed the mark: overcooked, with a charred crust, and sides of potato and mushrooms that felt bland. Nothing to write home about. Pato Pekin 🦆 The biggest surprise (in a bad way). As Chinese diners, we were curious why this “Peking duck” was hyped. What arrived? Tiny portions, rock-hard skin, skimpy cucumber/scallion strips, and generic duck sauce. Even basic Chinese restaurant duck tastes better—overpriced and underwhelming. ⏳ Service & Logistics Speed: Slow. We waited ages for mains, finishing in 1.5 hours with no time for cheesecake. Price: ~€30 per person (fair, but not a steal given the hits/misses). Reservations: Book ahead, but note: You’ll need to link a credit card—cancellations <24hrs or no-shows cost €10/person. Bonus: Dinners double as pub entry (it turns into a club post-11pm)—handy if you want to dance after eating. 💡 Final Thought La Diva has potential, but manage expectations. It’s cute for groups or dates, but don’t go in expecting blow-your-mind flavors. Lower the hype, and you might enjoy the vibe (and croquettes) more. #ValenciaFusion #PubDining #MixedReviews

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Valencia | La Diva

🍴 La Diva: Valencia’s Fusion Spot with a Pub Twist—A Mixed Bag We popped into this fusion restaurant (that doubles as a late-night pub) on the eve of Mid-Autumn Festival, lured by friends’ raves. With vintage, elegant decor—think swings at the entrance, lush greenery, and stylish plating—it sets a charming scene. But high expectations led to mild disappointment. Here’s the lowdown: 🌟 The Bright Spots Croqueta Pollo 🐔 Crispy, warm chicken croquettes with a tangy pale sauce. Simple, but perfectly executed—crunchy outside, creamy inside. Croqueta Líquida 🧀 A fun twist: not your typical “exploding” croquette, but a cocktail-glass presentation with crispy crumbs on top and tender chicken shreds below. Texturally playful and tasty. 😊 Decent but Unremarkable Foie Micut 🦢 Foie gras mousse with jam and nuts, served with bread. Rich and silky, but a touch cloying—we hit a wall after a few bites. Friends noted they’ve had better at similar price points. ❌ The Letdowns Secreto Ibérico 🐷 Smoked Iberian pork that missed the mark: overcooked, with a charred crust, and sides of potato and mushrooms that felt bland. Nothing to write home about. Pato Pekin 🦆 The biggest surprise (in a bad way). As Chinese diners, we were curious why this “Peking duck” was hyped. What arrived? Tiny portions, rock-hard skin, skimpy cucumber/scallion strips, and generic duck sauce. Even basic Chinese restaurant duck tastes better—overpriced and underwhelming. ⏳ Service & Logistics Speed: Slow. We waited ages for mains, finishing in 1.5 hours with no time for cheesecake. Price: ~€30 per person (fair, but not a steal given the hits/misses). Reservations: Book ahead, but note: You’ll need to link a credit card—cancellations <24hrs or no-shows cost €10/person. Bonus: Dinners double as pub entry (it turns into a club post-11pm)—handy if you want to dance after eating. 💡 Final Thought La Diva has potential, but manage expectations. It’s cute for groups or dates, but don’t go in expecting blow-your-mind flavors. Lower the hype, and you might enjoy the vibe (and croquettes) more. #ValenciaFusion #PubDining #MixedReviews

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