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    Bar Ricardo, Restaurant in València
    Restaurant
    Star Wine List 2026Macarfi 2026

    Bar Ricardo

    La Petxina, València

    Restaurant in València, Spain

    Why go

    Should you plan a date at Bar Ricardo? Yes, if the evening is wine-led and you want an easy València stop with Star Wine List recognition.

    About Bar Ricardo

    In València, Bar Ricardo is a practical pick to consider when the occasion should be casual and uncomplicated. Consider it for a date or catch-up where the priority is choosing a direct place in the city rather than building the plan around a highly specified dining format.

    The main reason to put it on the shortlist is recognition from Star Wine List in 2026. That gives it a clearer wine-related signal than a generic casual listing, which matters if the goal is a conversation-led evening. It is best approached as a casual stop.

    A wine-related date choice in València

    Bar Ricardo is in València, with hours from 12 PM to 12 AM Tuesday through Saturday and closures on Monday and Sunday. Readers comparing more València options can cross-check Metabar before committing.

    For date night, the case is strongest for people who want an easy casual stop without turning the evening into a formal plan. The known hours also make it flexible across the day and evening from Tuesday to Saturday. If the night needs a defined culinary plan, use the València restaurants guide first, then treat this as one possible stop on the route.

    Who should choose it, and who should look elsewhere

    Choose this if the priority is a relaxed, casual evening with enough recognition to make the pick feel considered. For a broader scan, the València bars guide is the right next stop; for a bigger trip plan, use the València hotels guide, the València wineries guide, and the València experiences guide.

    If this slot is part of a Spain-wide itinerary, compare the occasion more than the category: other dining rooms and bars may suit different city moods, while Bar Ricardo is a València choice with Star Wine List recognition. For a different reference point in València, Vinorte Winebar is another option to consider.

    Venue detailsLocal Sourcing
    Know before you goBefore you book
    Recognition and awards2 sources
    Also considerAlternatives
    Restaurant contextValència, Spain

    Planning details

    Hours
    Monday: Closed · Tuesday: 12 PM–12 AM
    Location
    Doctor Zamenhof, 16, 46008 València (Extramurs)
    Website
    barricardo.com
    Phone
    +34-963823789
    Explore ValènciaNearby
    Around this placeMore Pearl picks

    Venue details

    Ambiance

    Classic, product-forward tapas bar atmosphere with a traditional barra, fresh seafood display, and terrace seating; lively but grounded in a neighborhood-historic feel.

    Tags

    Vibe

    ClassicCozyIconic

    Best For

    Casual HangoutGroup DiningAfter Work

    Experience

    TerraceHistoric BuildingStandalone

    Sourcing

    Local SourcingSustainable Seafood

    View

    Street Scene

    At the Table

    Noise Level
    Lively
    Service Style
    Upscale Casual
    Meal Pacing
    Standard
    Capacity
    Medium
    Kitchen
    Traditional
    Menu Format
    A la carte, Small plates
    Drinks Focus
    Wine
    Dietary
    Allergy accommodating
    Outdoor Seating
    Yes
    Opened
    1947

    Signature Dishes

    • patatas bravas con ajoaceite
    • sepia con mayonesa
    • ensaladilla de marisco
    • salpicón de marisco
    • angulas
    • bogavante azul
    Know before you go

    Know Before You Go

    Getting there
    Doctor Zamenhof, 16, 46008 València (Extramurs)

    Planning details

    Hours

    Monday
    Closed
    Tuesday
    12 PM–12 AM
    Wednesday
    12 PM–12 AM
    Thursday
    12 PM–12 AM
    Friday
    12 PM–12 AM
    Saturday
    12 PM–12 AM
    Sunday
    Closed

    Location

    Doctor Zamenhof, 16, 46008 València (Extramurs) · Directions

    +34-963823789

    barricardo.com

    Recognition and awards

    Also consider

    Also Consider

    • Vinorte Winebar, Notable alternative
    • Trotamundos, Notable alternative
    • Metabar, Notable alternative
    • Ultramarinos Agustin Rico, Notable alternative
    • Somos Raro, Notable alternative
    Restaurant context

    How it compares in València

    Choose Bar Ricardo over Vinorte Winebar, Trotamundos, and Ultramarinos Agustin Rico when the decision is specifically wine-led and you want a simple two-person evening. Its Star Wine List recognition gives it the clearest verified wine signal in this set, while the other venues need to be judged on fit once their current format, pricing, and booking setup are checked.

    Metabar and Somos Raro are better cross-shops if the night is more about bar energy or a broader drinks mood than a wine-first plan. Bar Ricardo is the practical pick for a date where conversation and bottle choice matter more than a high-concept room.

    For value, the smarter move is to confirm the current list and food options before building a full evening around it, then compare against Vinorte Winebar or Ultramarinos Agustin Rico if price sensitivity matters.

    Explore València

    Around this place
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    Compare Bar Ricardo

    Bar Ricardo València and similar venues
    VenueLocationAwards
    Bar RicardoValència
    Star Wine Lists 2026Macarfi 2026 Spain Guide
    Vinorte WinebarValènciaNo published awards
    TrotamundosValènciaNo published awards
    MetabarValènciaNo published awards
    Ultramarinos Agustin RicoValènciaNo published awards
    Somos RaroValènciaNo published awards

    How Bar Ricardo València compares with similar nearby venues.

    FAQ

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Does Bar Ricardo have happy hour deals?

    Plan on a regular visit rather than a discount stop. The strongest practical anchor here is the Star Wine List (2026) recognition, not promo pricing.

    Is Bar Ricardo good for groups?

    It has casual dress and is open 12 PM–12 AM Tuesday through Saturday, but larger parties should check directly with the venue before going.

    What's the best time to go to Bar Ricardo?

    The opening window is 12 PM–12 AM Tuesday through Saturday. It is closed Monday and Sunday, so plan a visit within the Tuesday-to-Saturday schedule.

    Is Bar Ricardo good for a date?

    Yes, it can be a good date choice if the plan is casual and low-key in València rather than a formal dinner. The Star Wine List (2026) nod makes it feel considered, while the dress code is casual.

    Is Bar Ricardo open late?

    Yes, it stays open until 12 AM Tuesday through Saturday. It is closed Monday and Sunday.