In the vibrant heart of Valencia, just a few steps from the city’s historic landmarks, you’ll find Llisa Negra. This restaurant has become a must-visit for lovers of honest Mediterranean cuisine and fire-cooked flavour. Created by Quique Dacosta, the acclaimed three Michelin-starred chef, Llisa Negra is more than just a place to eat—it’s a culinary concept where tradition, fire, and exceptional ingredients blend seamlessly with modern design and hospitality.
Located at 10 Calle Pascual y Genís, in the very centre of Valencia, Llisa Negra offers seating for 60 guests, an elegant event space, and even a Krug ambassador table for special moments.
Fire at the Heart of the Kitchen
What sets Llisa Negra apart among restaurants in Valencia’s city centre, is its absolute dedication to cooking with fire. This is a restaurant without gas stoves—everything is cooked over embers, wood, or charcoal. The result? A rich, smoky depth of flavour that highlights the natural quality of every ingredient.
With open-fire grills and a Josper oven at the core of its kitchen, Llisa Negra brings diners a visceral, live-fire cooking experience. Guests can watch their food being carefully prepared just steps away from their table, adding an extra layer of intimacy to the meal.
One of the restaurant’s standout features is its wood-fired paellas, crafted with precision and respect for Valencian culinary heritage. Whether you’re after a traditional Valencian paella or a creative reinterpretation, each dish honours the authentic flavours and cooking techniques that make this dish world-famous.
The menu also includes a carefully selected range of fresh products sourced from local markets. Seafood lovers will revel in dishes like grilled Denia octopus, charcoal-grilled prawns, and salt-cured stingray, while meat enthusiasts can enjoy highlights such as Rubia Gallega ribeye steak. Seasonal vegetables like grilled artichokes and asparagus provide fresh and flavourful sides, with specialities like the pepper tatin offering a creative Mediterranean twist.
And of course, no Quique Dacosta experience would be complete without his renowned salt-curing techniques, now a signature element of Llisa Negra’s identity. This innovative touch, inspired by the success of his three-Michelin-starred restaurant in Dénia, is incorporated with both: respect for tradition and a creative flair.
A Wine Cellar Designed in Harmony with the Menu
The wine program at Llisa Negra is built with the same philosophy as the kitchen: it respects the ingredients and amplifies the experience. The wine list features a curated mix of classic labels and bold contemporary choices, each selected to pair beautifully with the bold, smoky flavours of the dishes.
Whether you’re savouring a grilled fish, a fire-roasted cut of meat, or a paella cooked over open flame, the right glass of wine is never far behind. Llisa Negra turns every glass into a natural extension of its culinary identity, creating the perfect dialogue between the flavours of fire, product, and wine.
A Space that Breathes the Mediterranean
Designed by interior architect Silvia Bellot, Llisa Negra is a reflection of the Mediterranean way of life – natural, warm, and effortlessly elegant. Using materials like brass, jute, and linen, the interior is full of texture and warmth, inviting you to slow down and enjoy the atmosphere. The Mediterranean spirit reveals itself through timeless details and textures we all carry in our memories, now revived with a cosmopolitan and contemporary twist in a city that’s more open than ever.
Every detail of the space aligns with the soul of the restaurant: authentic, welcoming, and full of character. Whether you’re planning a romantic dinner, a family celebration, or a business lunch, Llisa Negra adapts effortlessly to any occasion.
According to Quique Dacosta, “At Llisa Negra, you can experience many different moments. It’s a restaurant created for any occasion, always centred on the product, and always offering a unique setting and table.”
Quique Dacosta’s Presence in Valencia
Llisa Negra is the latest addition to Quique Dacosta’s restaurants in Valencia, who is also behind El Poblet (two Michelin stars) and Vuelve Carolina. Today, he’s recognised worldwide for his artistic expression through cuisine. He’s become a chef who uses his culture, land, and lifestyle as symbols of quality, innovation, and tradition.
Looking for an unforgettable Mediterranean dining experience in Valencia? Llisa Negra is the place. With its central location, exquisite menu, and fire-driven philosophy, it’s become one of the best places to eat paella in Valencia and a true tribute to Valencian gastronomy. Reservations are open and can be made online at www.llisanegra.com or by phone.
WHAT THE MEDIA SAYS ABOUT US
Cadena Ser – “Llisa Negra, the latest from Quique Dacosta” – 15/11/2018
https://cadenaser.com/emisora/2018/11/15/radio_valencia/1542274996_527290.html
Las Provincias – Jesus Trelis – “The secrets of Llisa Negra: Dacosta’s latest dream” – 23/11/2018
https://blogs.lasprovincias.es/historiascondelantal/2018/11/23/los-secretos-de-llisa-negra-el-ultimo-sueno-de-dacosta/
La Vanguardia – Cristina Jolonch – “This is Llisa Negra, the new restaurant by Quique Dacosta in Valencia” – 17/11/2018
https://www.lavanguardia.com/comer/sitios/20181117/452956434629/llisa-negra-restaurante-quique-dacosta-València.html
El País – José Carlos Capel – “La Llisa Negra, the new restaurant from Quique Dacosta in Valencia” – 28/12/2018
https://elpais.com/elviajero/2018/12/27/actualidad/1545913505_673419.html
Guía Repsol – Javier Díaz Murillo – “An experience as a calling card” – 22/11/2018
https://www.guiarepsol.com/es/comer/tendencias-gastronomicas/llisa-negra-València-quatre-coses-barcelona-y-sobretablas-sevill/
