Central Bar by Ricard Camerena serves modern Spanish tapas in Valencia’s Central Market, with Opinionated About Dining Casual in Europe rankings in 2024, 2025 and 2026.
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- Address
- Central Market of Valencia, Pl. de la Ciutat de Bruges, s/n, Ciutat Vella, 46002 València, Valencia, Spain
- Phone
- +34 963 82 92 23
- Website
- centralbar.es
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Opinionated About Dining Casual in Europe rankings
Opinionated About Dining ranked Central Bar by Ricard Camerena No. 92 in Casual in Europe in 2024, No. 184 in 2025 and No. 135 in 2026. Macarfi gave it a 7 Food Rating in 2026.
Bocadillo Ricard Camarena and patatas bravas
Bocadillo Ricard Camarena, patatas bravas and calamares a la plancha frame a modern Spanish tapas menu. The restaurant operates as a tapas bar with local sourcing and sits inside the Central Market of Valencia.
Pricing, Compared
Comparable venues nearby, for context on price, style, and recognition.
| Venue | Cuisine | Price | Awards | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Bar by Ricard Camerena | El Mercat, Modern Spanish Tapas | $$ | ||
| La Pepica | $$ | , | Cabanyal-Canyamelar, Traditional Valencian Paella | |
| Ca' Pepico | $$$ | Roca, Meliana, Traditional Valencian Paella & Mediterranean | ||
| Askua | $$$ | Mestalla, Spanish Grill Specializing in Galician Beef | ||
| Anyora | $$ | Cabanyal-Canyamelar, Traditional Spanish Tapas Bodega | ||
| Arrocería Duna | El Saler, Valencian Rice and Paella | $$ |
Recognition history
Dated appearances from independent guides and award organizations, with the underlying list record or original source where available.
Macarfi 7 Food Rating
Macarfi
Opinionated About Dining Casual in Europe Ranked #135
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Opinionated About Dining Casual in Europe Ranked #184
Opinionated About Dining
Opinionated About Dining Casual in Europe Ranked #92
Opinionated About Dining
Opinionated About Dining Casual in Europe Highly Recommended
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At a Glance
- Lively
- Trendy
- Modern
- Casual Hangout
- Open Kitchen
- Local Sourcing
Current opening hours
- Monday
- 9 AM–3 PM
- Tuesday
- 9 AM–3 PM
- Wednesday
- 9 AM–3 PM
- Thursday
- 9 AM–3 PM
- Friday
- 9 AM–3:30 PM
- Saturday
- 9 AM–3:30 PM
- Sunday
- Closed
Hours can change for holidays and private events. Last verified .
Lively and bustling market atmosphere with counter seating and open kitchen views.