El Forn de la Mola

El Forn de la Mola offers families an authentic taste of Valencia in a warm, welcoming setting where children are genuinely embraced as part of the dining experience. This traditional restaurant serves generous portions of local Valencian dishes, including the region's famous paella, in a relaxed atmosphere where parents can enjoy a leisurely meal without worrying about little ones making noise.

• ✓Authentic Valencian paella cooked fresh to order, perfect for sharing family-style
• ✓Welcoming atmosphere where children are genuinely appreciated, not just tolerated
• ✓Traditional Spanish dishes alongside kid-friendly options like pasta and grilled meats
• ✓Local horchata and fartóns (sweet pastries) for a true Valencian dessert experience
• ✓Generous portion sizes that offer good value for families

1. 1.Ask for a highchair in advance if needed, as this is a popular family spot especially on weekends and they can fill up quickly.
2. 2.Request the paella to share family-style, which is the traditional Valencian way and more economical for families. It requires 30-40 minutes cooking time, so order it when you arrive.
3. 3.Try ordering horchata (a sweet local drink made from tiger nuts) for kids to experience an authentic Valencian treat they will love.
4. 4.The restaurant is located in Manises, just 10 minutes from Valencia Airport, making it a convenient first or last meal if you are flying in or out.
5. 5.Learn a few basic Spanish phrases like 'por favor' (please) and 'gracias' (thank you), as English may be limited, but staff are patient and helpful with families.

Lunch (2pm-4pm) is the main meal time in Spain and when the restaurant is liveliest with local families. Avoid peak Spanish dinner hours (9pm-11pm) with young children, instead arrive around 7:30pm-8pm for a quieter, earlier dinner that suits kids' bedtimes better.

Moderate pricing ($$) makes this accessible for families. Spanish meal times run later than in English-speaking countries, so plan accordingly. Credit cards are accepted, but having some cash is advisable.

Open year-round. Summer months (June to August) may be busy with tourists and locals on holiday. Consider booking ahead during Valencia's Fallas festival (mid-March) when the region is extremely busy.