Valencia first introduced its paella station years ago, but the COVID-19 pandemic forced the River Walk hotel to pack up the pans and take a hiatus. Last month, the weekday special returned, offering the saffron-scented Spanish dish to locals and travelers alike.
Nina Rangel
Customers can load up Dorrego's paella with a variety of ingredients including fresh seafood, chorizo, chicken and vegetables.
During a visit last week, my dining companion and I were pleased to learn that valet parking is complimentary for Dorrego’s diners. Surely, there's also some value in dashing one of downtown dining's biggest headaches.
We both opted for paellas loaded with nearly every ingredient offered, including shrimp, mussels, baby scallops, chorizo, chicken and clams. Asparagus, bell pepper and peas added veggies and a pop of color.
The station’s attendant cooked up everything in minutes and delivered the hearty servings directly to the table. Both of our plates could have used a bit more salt, but otherwise, it proved to be a solid lunch for two working gals on the go.
We were in and out in under an hour — and for less than $20 apiece, including parking. While Dorrego's paella may not be a lunch option most diners will entertain daily, consider it one for the rotation.
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