Street view of Mare Meua with outdoor tables.

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Mare Meua

Valencia


With bright yellow walls and red tiles, this cosy bar on a quiet corner serves cheap and cheerful snacks. Colourful cold and hot montaditos served on pieces of toast are displayed behind a glass counter, ranging from basic jamón or tortilla de patatas to more intriguing options. Wash them down with Valencian mistela (a sweet liqueur). Open evenings only.


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