Masusa paella bar

We got there at 8:45 pm, 75 mins before the kitchen closes, and got a table for 2 within 10 minutes although they were very busy.

The server explained to us the daily specials menu thoroughly and was very attentive, despite the large number of tables she was serving that night. Service was fast and the food was incredible. The Aubergine tempura with honey glaze was my favourite tapa dish that I had in all of Spain! A perfect combination of sweet and salty with an unbelievable contrast in texture between the soft eggplant and the crispy tempura.

The Paella Valenciana was another excellent item on their menu. Generous portion of chicken and rabbit and the veggies (artichoke, kidney beans, and Romano beans) added a lot of freshness to the dish. Good rice caramelization, however, I wish it had more crispy bits.

Other dishes we got were the shrimps in garlic butter and the asparagus and cheese pastry on a bed of jam. Both were phenomenal. I loved that the shrimp was pealed completely. Pro tip: if you are getting the shrimps, don't eat the bread they serve you at the beginning of your meal until you get the shrimps, then dip the bread in the garlic butter.

We had other dessert plans afterwards so we didn't try their dessert but our neighbouring tables got the basque cheesecake and crema Catalana and they looked amazing.

Overall, I would totally recommend this place even if you are in Valencia for just 1 day.