Horchatería Santa Catalina, a beloved fixture in Valencia, has spent more than 200 years mastering the craft of preparing horchata within walls adorned with colorful hand-painted tiles.
Established more than two centuries back, Horchatería Santa Catalina invites guests into its classic setting horchata Bar adorned with ornate Baroque plasterwork and shining azulejo tiles sourced from the neighboring town of Manises. Located just steps away from the cathedral, this beloved family-run establishment is Valencia's most historic venue. horchatería still serving glasses of Valencia's cherished smooth and milky drink. All of this centers around the modest chufa, also known as tiger nut, a tiny root vegetable cultivated in the groves of Alboraya, located just north of Valencia. Horchata It is served cold, either over ice or neat, in a heavy glass or presented as a... granizada (wastewater). The necessary complement arrives in the form of fartons elongated brioche rolls ideal for dipping. Alternatively, you could choose a traditional Spanish morning meal such as churros con chocolate or sample their handmade ensaïmadas, A traditional sugary loaf originating from the Balearic archipelago.
Open every day for takeaways and featuring a terrace with views of Plaza Santa Catalina, this location offers an ideal setting to observe the vibrant atmosphere of Valencia while enjoying the city’s iconic beverage.
Horchatería Santa Catalina
Plaza Santa Catalina, 6
46001 Valencia
+34 963 91 23 79
https://www.horchateriasantacatalina.com/en/
Rice milk drink with cinnamon + long doughnuts : starting at €6.50