Bacaro — Restaurant in Valencia

We discovered Bacaro last year during our first stay in Valencia and this year returned every evening they were open. (They were closed on Sunday and Monday the week we were there.) Absolutely loved this place. Super friendly service and Luca, the owner went out of his way to make sure we enjoyed ourselves. He also knows quite a thing or two about his drinks and one evening offered us a cocktail he had newly created and introduced us to liqueurs we hadn't even heard of before like Mirto del Contadino. This is a Spanish bar run by Italians so the food was a mix of tapas and Italian cuisine. The tortellini were absolutely yummy! The really nice thing about this place is that it is fairly casual and you can just drop in. In a city where it's often difficult to find anything in the evening without making a reservation beforehand, this is a major bonus. Perfect for just hanging and having a drink or also getting a bite to eat. We will definitely return when we're back...

This little restaurant is tucked away down a backstreet in central Valencia but is definitely worth a visit. It has a corner position which means there are a number of outside tables and inside has a nice atmosphere and feels very local. It's easy to stop for a drink or to enjoy a meal. The menu has tapas and other options many of which have an Italian influence. We went at quite a busy time on a Saturday night and service was a little chaotic but very friendly and helpful. This is a good atmospheric place to eat and drink and it won't cost you an...

Hands down, one of the best pasta dishes I've ever had. Been traveling in Italy for more than 30 times, but have to admit that the best pasta dish so far goes to this place. A unique combination of guanciale, pumpkin and pecorino as I recall. Also wonderful starters and desserts. Have never had a tiramisu based on Limonciello. What an excellent choice. Wonderful staff, great, friendly and unpretentious atmosphere. I'll probably be back again tomorrow trying the other...