Mare Meua
A new diner in the hip area of Ruzafa that offers a great selection of montaditos (small sandwiches) and beer or wine by the glass for just €1 each. Always busy, so get there early if you want a seat. 

Address: 30 Calle Carlos Cervera |

Basilico
Great food in one of the hip barrios in town. A great variety of tasty sandwiches sit perfectly next to more adventurous dishes, but remember to leave room for one of their wonderful desserts, such as the chocolate tart with ice cream and fruit compote. Closed Sundays.

Address: 42 Calle Cádiz | Telephone: 963 168 369 |

Navarro
One of the better-priced city-centre paella joints, Navarro uses plenty of authentic ingredients, including rabbit and snails. There's a great-value taster menu too, as well as other dishes if you're all paella'd out.

Address: 5 Calle Arzobispo Mayoral | Telephone: 963 529 623 |

L'establiment
Nestled right in the middle of the rice fields of Lake Albufera in the village of El Palmar is this bona fide paella restaurant. Enjoy the food and then head out onto the lake on a boat for a great day out. Reserve to be sure of a table.

Address: Camino Estell, El Palmar | Telephone: 961 620 100 |