Looking for places to have a delicious breakfast in Valencia, Spain? – Let me share my current favorite cafes in the city. Whether you plan to grab a quick bite, have an abundant brunch, or simply enjoy a slow-paced sip of delicious coffee – in Valencia you will find it all.
Visiting Valencia
Present-day Valencia
Valencia has been one of my favorite places in Spain ever since my first trip to the Iberian Peninsula. Even though back then (almost 15 years ago), Valencia would often appear on the lists of the most underrated Spanish cities – you would not even need to plan day trips to discover local hidden gems, the city itself was full of secret museums.
Nowadays things have enormously changed and evolved with Valencia being one of the most visited cities in Spain, as well as a popular Mediterranean Cruise stop.
Nevertheless, the unmatched charm of Valencia´s Old Town, embraced by traditional local festivities, is still there to enjoy. But now you just have more chic hotels, trendy restaurants, reformed landmarks, and temporary exhibitions in response to that tourism growth.
Eating in Valencia
Valencia´s most iconic foodie experiences include trying paella (the unmissable attribute of my Spanish Sundays), the horchata drink (one of the most iconic places to try it is Horchateria Daniel in Alboraya; Orxateria Santa Catalina is another popular spot in the city center of Valencia), and churros con chocolate. Don´t forget the traditional mid-morning meal el esmorzaret (also called el almuerzo in Spanish).
Having a light breakfast with coffee and/or toast with tomato (in Spanish – pan con tomate) is one of the typical Spanish habits. Nevertheless, if you are a fan of eggs Benedict or avocado toast – you will discover lots of cute cafes to enjoy this kind of international breakfast in Valencia.
Since my expat life in the Valencia region has always been full of foodie experiences, there are lots of great Valencia restaurants and lunch & breakfast places that made it to my list of favorites.
My current favorites for breakfast in Valencia
In this post, I will be sharing my current list of favorite Valencia breakfast spots. For now, I plan to keep updating it every now and then by adding new locations to enjoy a delicious breakfast in Valencia. Subscribe for the blog updates, so you won´t miss the new additions.
1. Blackbird
While this place is mostly about delicious coffee and bakery (which I try to avoid daily), Blackbird is one of my current favorites for breakfast in Valencia.
While I do take healthy eating seriously 80% of the time (learn more in this post about 10 healthy habits that changed my life) – there are always exceptions to any rule. Don’t know about you, but I don’t see myself visiting Paris and not trying macaroons, or somehow missing Sacher cake in Vienna. Life is too short to cut off all the guilty pleasures.
So, I can not visit Blackbird without trying their bakery with a creative twist. Last time their caramelized croissants and cinnamon rolls were to die for.
Also, I often buy a gourmet coffee at Blackbird for home, especially since they offer a different taste every few months (as well I do order coffee online from one of my favorite Berlin cafes).
2. Brunch corner
I love a Brunch Corner for its broad menu. Here, you can have the most amazing abundant breakfast in Valencia or even a full lunch. Even grabbing a sandwich to go is an option. At Brunch Corner they also have friendly waiters and an unmatched city-center location (even though the entrance is quite hidden away from the main street).
The last time I visited Brunch Corner during lunch I ordered a delicious avocado sandwich, which arrived at the table with lots of salad greens.
3. Cafe Artysana
In my opinion, the cutest breakfast places in Valencia can be found in the Ruzafa neighborhood.
Artysana is no expection. This place is known for its hipster vibes and delicious foods. Here, I often order a curcuma latte, since it´s not the most common drink to find in Valencia for breakfast.
4. Flying Bean
I love that Flying Bean is located close to the city center, but not anywhere near the rest of the trendy breakfast cafes of Valencia – you’ll find it right by Valencia Joaquin Sorolla Train Station. All the times I visited Flying Bean it felt quiet and cozy. They have such a cute colorful patio inside.
Last time at Flying Bean I had a coffee with milk (which was quite strong and flavored) and an avocado toast. The only drawback was that they did not have almond milk, which I usually prefer, – it was either oat milk or regular milk.
5. Bluebell Coffee Roasters
Bluebell Coffee Roasters used to be one of my favorites a few years ago. Nowadays, it´s always so busy (although it might be my luck). They also have a cute patio and lots of delicious breakfast options, including chia pudding and pancakes with matcha.
Coffee at Bluebell Coffee Roasters is also really good.
6. Almalibre
Almalibre is another popular spot for breakfast in Valencia. Since I am a fan of acai bowls, I do stop by every now and then. However, if I am honest with you, for this one, I like the interiors and the service less than in other cafes on this list. So, in my opinion, it´s just worth a visit if you like acai bowls.
Almalibre is a popular place and gets crowded, but their acai bowls are really good.
7. Fav Coffee
Fav Coffee is one of my recent discoveries: I think this place has been opened quite recently. I loved the minimalist interiors and the service was nice too. Plus, both coffee and avocado toast were really delicious.
More popular places for breakfast in Valencia
- Federal
- Milk and Butter
- Ubik Cafe (It´s a cute cafe-library full of old books – I absolutely love the concept, but the last time I visited it was honestly too crowded to enjoy the artsy vibe)
- La Mas Bonita
- Los Picos Cafe
- Eggcellent (this place has great reviews, so you might give it a try: personally I did not like it: neither the food nor the service)
- Mikengo (a lovely breakfast, brunch, and lunch spot, located in the port area of Valencia)
- Mayan Coffees (a coffee here has such a unique flavor, I loved it; however, the last time I visited they did not have many breakfast options, just a few pastries)
- Boa Beach (this place is popular for its huge egg-benedict portions)
- Beverly (a trendy instagrammable location in Valencia: in my experience, both service and food were average; I felt like it was worth trying once – but would not return)
- If you like churros – check La Churreria de Barrio, Buñoleria Churreria el Contraste, and Churrocks (for churros with creative sauces)
- If you are looking for pastries and cakes to go – check Dulce de Leche Boutique, Patisseria Monpla, and Sukar Pasteleria de Autor
Also, you are staying in the Valencia Region for a while – don’t miss my posts: Valencia with kids, One day in Valencia, Best Day trips from Valencia, Valencia Day Trips by train, Hiking near Valencia, Valencia Hidden Gems, Traditional Almuerzo in Valencia, The Borgia Sites in Valencia.
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