Puerta del Mar Valencia
In the heart of Valencia, just a few steps from the Plaza del Ayuntamiento, Puerta del Mar is a restaurant where Mediterranean and Valencian cooking is all about the produce: rice dishes, aged meats cooked over the grill, fresh fish from the local market and dishes made for sharing.
A recognisable culinary offering, prepared with respect for the ingredients and served with friendly, attentive service, so you can enjoy Valencia around a good table.
C/ Transits, 4, 46002 Valencia , Spain
Monday to Sunday: 12:00 to 24:00
Tel.: (+34) 963 940 008
A restaurant in the centre of Valencia serving Mediterranean cuisine.
Puerta del Mar was born from a very personal way of understanding food: good produce, recognisable recipes and Mediterranean cooking that respects time-honoured flavours while creating unique experiences.
Our location, right in the centre of Valencia, makes us a meeting point for anyone looking to enjoy the city around a good table. We are just a few steps from the Plaza del Ayuntamiento, but once the dishes start arriving, the pace outside fades into the background.
Here, some of the great stars of Mediterranean and Valencian cooking come together. Rice dishes share the table with selected meats, fresh fish from the local market and starters made for sharing.
We don’t try to complicate what already works. We prefer to choose our produce carefully, cook it the way it deserves and let the flavour speak for each dish.
Puerta del Mar is a restaurant to come back to: for a family lunch, a dinner for two, a get-together with friends, or to discover Valencian food if you are visiting the city.
Why choose Puerta del Mar
Paella and rice dishes
Selected meats
From the grill
Fresh market fish
Our most popular dishes at Puerta del Mar
Charcoal-grilled cauliflower
Ribeye steak aged 45 days
Valencian paella
Gillardeau oysters
Seafood paella
Paella and rice dishes in the centre of Valencia
Talking about Valencian cooking inevitably means talking about rice. And at Puerta del Mar, it takes centre stage.
Our menu brings together traditional Valencian paellas and rice dishes, made to be enjoyed at a relaxed pace in the heart of Valencia. It is designed both for those who know our cuisine well and for those who want to discover one of its most iconic dishes.
Rice takes time, balance and attention to every detail. From the depth of the stock to the final point of the grain, each dish aims to respect the essence of a cuisine where produce and technique always go hand in hand.
Sharing a paella is also about more than what’s on the plate. It means sitting around the table, ordering a few starters while the rice is on its way and making the meal part of the plan.
So if you are looking for where to eat paella in the centre of Valencia, at Puerta del Mar you will find rice dishes as part of a wider menu, alongside meat, fish and Mediterranean starters.
Discover Puerta del Mar virtually.
The restaurant brings together different spaces in a welcoming atmosphere, suitable for lunch and dinner, informal get-togethers or celebrations.
Our approach to service starts from a simple idea: making everyone who walks in feel comfortable from the very first moment.
Some tables start with a quick aperitif and end in a long chat after the meal. Others bring together families, friends or work colleagues. And there are also those who discover us while visiting Valencia and end up making Puerta del Mar part of their memories of the trip.
Because a restaurant is not built only on what comes out of the kitchen, but also on the atmosphere, the service and everything that happens around each table. Discover our restaurant.
Discover the Puerta del Mar menu
Rice dishes, aged meats, fish, starters for sharing and cooking inspired by the Mediterranean make up the Puerta del Mar menu.
The menu is designed so you can build the experience your way: start by sharing several dishes, choose a rice dish as the star or let yourself be guided by the produce of each season.
Take a look at the full menu and discover everything we offer.
Events and group menus at Puerta del Mar
Some occasions deserve a great space and menus tailored to them.
Puerta del Mar offers options for groups, family celebrations, business lunches and dinners and other special gatherings in the heart of Valencia.
Our team can help you choose the most suitable option depending on the number of guests, the type of celebration and the needs of the group.
We offer set menus with drinks included that make organising easier and allow everyone to enjoy a shared experience around the table.
If you are planning a celebration or a business event, take a look at our group options or contact our events team.
A unique restaurant near the Plaza del Ayuntamiento.
Puerta del Mar is located at C/ Trànsits, 4, in a prime spot in the centre of Valencia, a five-minute walk from the Plaza del Ayuntamiento and the Estación del Norte.
From here you can carry on exploring some of Valencia’s best-known sights, or simply make the most of your visit to stroll around the centre before or after your meal.
If you are looking for a well-connected restaurant in the centre of Valencia, close to the Plaza del Ayuntamiento, Puerta del Mar lets you combine location and food without having to choose between them.
We answer your questions
Frequently asked questions
Where is Puerta del Mar?
Puerta del Mar is at C/ Trànsits, 4, Valencia, right in the city centre and very close to the Plaza del Ayuntamiento.
Do I need to book?
We recommend booking, especially at weekends, on public holidays and at busier times.
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What kind of food does Puerta del Mar serve?
Our menu is based on Mediterranean and Valencian cooking, with a special focus on rice dishes and paellas, aged meats, the grill, fresh market fish and starters for sharing.
Can I eat paella at Puerta del Mar?
Yes, rice dishes and paellas are part of Puerta del Mar’s menu.
Does Puerta del Mar have a menu of the day?
Yes. Puerta del Mar offers a set lunch menu on weekdays. It may vary, so we recommend checking the current menu before your visit.
Where can I see the Puerta del Mar menu?
You can see the full menu on our Menu page, where you will find the restaurant’s latest offering.
Does Puerta del Mar take groups?
Yes. We have options and set menus specifically for groups, celebrations and business meals. For large groups, we recommend checking availability and conditions in advance.
Is Puerta del Mar near the Plaza del Ayuntamiento?
Yes. The restaurant is right in the centre of Valencia, just a few minutes’ walk from the Plaza del Ayuntamiento.
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