Find out where to eat in Fallas 2025, the typical dishes you should try and the best restaurants to enjoy Valencian gastronomy during the festival.
🥘 Traditional Fallas Food: What You Can’t Miss
The Fallas of Valencia are not only about fire, fireworks, and stunning monuments… they are also about flavor! 🌟 During these days, gastronomy plays a crucial role, and there are certain dishes that you simply must try.
🍽️ Essential Fallas Foods:
✔️ Paella Valenciana – The most iconic dish of the Valencian Community. Traditionally made with chicken, rabbit, green beans (bajoqueta), garrofón (a local butter bean), and rice from Albufera. During Fallas, it’s common to see falleros cooking it on the streets in giant paella pans, keeping the tradition alive.
✔️ Pumpkin Fritters (Buñuelos de Calabaza) – These fried treats are made from a soft dough of roasted pumpkin, flour, yeast, and a touch of anise. They are deep-fried until golden and crispy on the outside, but fluffy on the inside. The secret? Eating them fresh and coated in sugar.
✔️ Hot Chocolate with Churros – While not exclusive to Valencia, it’s a Fallas tradition to recharge after a mascletà or a long night out with a thick, rich hot chocolate and crispy churros. The classic pairing is dipping buñuelos into the chocolate.
✔️ Sobaquillo Dinner – A typical fallero expression that refers to bringing your own sandwich (entrepà) and sharing dinner outdoors with friends and family, whether at the casal fallero or right in the street. It’s usually accompanied by chips, peanuts, and drinks.
✔️ Rosquilletas and Candied Almonds – Rosquilletas are crunchy breadsticks, an unbeatable snack during any Valencian festivity. Candied almonds, caramelized with sugar, are another street food staple during Fallas.
📍 Tip: During Fallas, restaurants get extremely busy, so it’s recommended to book in advance or opt for quick and local food options.
📍 Best Restaurants to Eat During Fallas
Here’s a selection of recommended restaurants and eateries to enjoy Fallas gastronomy:
🍽️ Best Places to Try Paella:
- Casa Carmela – Traditional flavors by Malvarrosa Beach.
- La Pepica – A Valencian classic with sea views.
- Restaurante Levante – Experts in authentic rice dishes.
🍩 Where to Get the Best Pumpkin Fritters and Hot Chocolate:
- Horchatería Santa Catalina – The most iconic place for churros and chocolate.
- Dulces Marí Toñi – Specializing in freshly made buñuelos.
- Daniel in Alboraya – Famous for horchata, but also makes delicious buñuelos during Fallas.
🥪 Top Spots for a Quick “Sobaquillo” Meal:
- Central Bar by Ricard Camarena (Mercado Central) – Gourmet sandwiches in a vibrant market setting.
- La Pascuala – Huge, flavorful sandwiches, perfect for sharing.
- Tyris on Tap – Quick tapas and a laid-back atmosphere.
🍕 Varied Options for Any Time of the Day:
- Kuzina – Mediterranean cuisine with healthy choices.
- La Finestra – Mini pizzas, great for a quick snack.
- Deli_rant – Fun, creative dishes in a lively environment.
📢 Tips for Enjoying Fallas if It’s Your First Time
✔️ Book in advance, especially in popular restaurants. During Fallas, places fill up fast.
✔️ Avoid peak hours: Eating slightly earlier or later than usual can help you avoid long waits.
✔️ Always carry snacks or small bites with you: Hunger can strike between events, and having something on hand is a lifesaver.
✔️ Use public transport: Many streets are closed, and parking is nearly impossible.
✔️ Stay until La Cremà: Even if you’re tired on March 19th, watching the fallas burn is a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
✔️ Enjoy the street atmosphere: Fallas is meant to be experienced outdoors, surrounded by music, fireworks, and tradition.
🔥 Experience Fallas with Us
Want to discover Fallas from the inside? At Valencia & Go, we take you on an exclusive Fallas tour where you’ll experience the festival like a local:
👉 Fallas Tour – Learn about the history, traditions, and hidden secrets of the festival.
👉 Tapas Tour – Because Fallas isn’t just about fireworks, it’s also about flavors.
👉 Albufera Excursion – Disconnect from the crowds and enjoy an authentic Valencian paella.
📍 Book your experience here 👉 www.valenciaandgo.com
