Vortex Ciencias Essentials

If you have just joined our Vortex Ciencias coworking space in the Ayora neighbourhood, close to Avenida del Puerto and Avenida Francia, don’t miss this article where we share the local essentials to help you make the most of your day-to-day at the office:

• Day-to-day essentials
  • 5 coffee spots in Camins al Grau
  • Top 3 esmorsaret spots near to vortex Ciencias
  • Where to eat for 15€ (ish) near our Workspace
  • Homemade food to take away near our coworking space
  • Supermarkets near the office
  • Stationery, Printing, and Office Supplies in Ayora
  • Activities near Our Coworking Space
• Essentials to enjoy the neighbourhood
  • Chic restaurants for lunch or dinner in Camins al Grau and Ayora
  • Fun afterwork spots near the office
  • Top 3 rooftops near our Coworking Space

Let’s get into it!!

Day-to-day essentials

5 coffee spots in Camins al Grau:

1. Borja: Specialty coffee brewed fresh with breakfast and brunch options.
   
2. DWO:A charming hotel terrace just a street away from our coworking space—our favorite spot!. Our favourite spot, without a doubt – and right on our doorstep!
3. Portobello: One of Ayora’s most famous cafes, offering the best fresh juices and smoothies around the corner from us.
4. Café Illes: classic coffee spot, toda la vida style with toasts of all kinds, including vegan options!
   
5. Celicientos: 100% gluten-free options You can’t miss their sweeter side: heavenly cakes and pastries.

Top 3 esmorsaret spots near to Vortex Ciencias:

1. Ana III: Giant sandwiches for trueesmorsaret valenciàexperts in a traditional setting.
2. Bodega Domingo: XXL brunches Valencian-style, specializing in game meat.
   
3. Café Illes: Toasts of all kinds, including vegan options!

Where to eat for under 15€ (approx.) near our workspace:

1. Mochuelos, A classic bar with traditional Valencian and Spanish dishes. Plus, their friendly staff is a highlight!
2. Bodega Domingo: tapas, traditional dishes, and popular brunch options near the Ayora Gardens.
3. La Trobada:traditional Valencian cuisine with a daily menu and a lovely terrace facing Ayora Gardens.
4. Begin: the trendy healthy restaurant in Valencia, just a 10-minute walk from our coworking space on Paseo de la Alameda.
5. Industria Tapa Bar: the perfect Mediterranean-Venezuelan fusion, only 5 minutes from us.

Homemade take away food near our coworking space:

1. El Cantó del Bon Gust: specializing in paella, rice dishes, and fideuá on Avenida del Puerto.
2. La cocina de Lur: mediterranean dishes with over 35 years of experience.
3. Mercadona Prepared food section (C/ Leones 29).
   

Supermarkets near the office:

1. Herbolario Navarro Natural products (Avenida del Puerto 121).
   
2. Right next to the office Supermercado Día at Avenida del Puerto 111.
3. Mercadona Just two blocks away of our coworking space, at Calle de los Leones 29.

Stationery, printing, and office supplies in Ayora:

1. El Gato de papel: stationery store and bookshop near us on Calle Leones 37.
2. TEDI: office supplies and miscellaneous items

Activities near our coworking space:

1. Running: Join weekly runs with coworkers along the Marina and City of Arts and Sciences.
2. Beach Sports: Surf y SUP at la Marina o Beach Volley & Beach Tennis at Playa de las Arenas.
3. Climbing Bunker: New hobby unlocked! Climbing gym right next to our coworking space.
4. Brooklyn Fitboxing Ciencias: boxing classes set to music.
5. Gracie e Barra: Jiu-Jitsu and self-defense training.
6. Padel: a community favorite—regular sessions at Samaranch.
7. Gym: popular options among our community include SUMA and Samaranch.
   

Essentials to enjoy the neighbourhood

Restaurants for lunch or dinner in Camins al Grau and Ayora:

1. Sol Azteca: the best Mexican food in town, just 7 minutes away.
2. Sanders Craft Beer: craft beers paired with dishes featuring Indian and Swedish influences.
3. Zazú: located on Paseo de la Alameda with views of the City of Arts and evening shows.
4. Japonés: Teppanyaki at Shintori (avenida de Francia), Yakiniku at Okawa BBQ and inmersive experience at Voltereta Tokio
5. Begin Alameda , ealthy and seasonal cuisine with a HUERTA theme.

Fun after-work spots near the office:

1. DWO: the best terrace plan near the office.
2. Buenos Vinos:wine shop on Avenida Francia They also organise wine tastings.
3. El Gran Martinez: cocktails, snacks, and ambient music.
   
4. Ostras Pedrín: specializing in oysters and canned delicacies.
5. Fiesta del Jamón: ham, cheese, pinchos, and a cozy neighborhood vibe.
6. Sanders Craft Beer / Stone Castle Brewery: craft beers.
7. Taberna El Grau / El Clavo / La Peseta: vermú, wines, beers and tapas if the afterwork drags on 😉
8. Matisse Club: live music and cultural programming.

Top 3 rooftops near our Coworking Space

1. Barceló Sky Bar: our favorite, with stunning views of the Ciudad de las Artes y las Ciencias.
2. Sea You Hotel Sky Bar: Panoramic city views with breathtaking sunsets over Valencia’s skyline.
3. Umbracle: At the Ciudad de las Artes y las Ciencias where you can enjoy the views and music.

And finally, a little about us and why our expertise is worth a read: our Vortex Ciencias coworking space is right in the heart of Camins al Grau. We are a community of nearly 100 people who come to the office regularly, and every day we take the opportunity to discover new spots for coffee, ‘almuerzo’, lunch, or after-work drinks when we finish for the day. We love exploring the neighbourhoods where our coworking spaces are located, and as part of our mission, we want to support and give visibility to the small businesses in our community.

Not a member of Vortex yet? If you think you’d like to be, don’t be shy—come and see us! You can book a tour to see the space, sign up directly for one of our plans online, or get a day pass and experience it yourself.

Welcome to Vortex ✌️