We've seen this restaurant two years ago. But it was late afternoon and we already had lunch…read more Thought whenever we come back to Northern Spain we'll give it a try. Looked great and full with locals, a good sign. This year finally we managed it. Came to Zumaia especially for this Tapas Bar. It was busy, but after the first few plates we managed to get a table outside. Our Bulldog was welcome as well. There are full plates and menus. But we focussed on the delicious tapas and raciones. And there are plenty to choose from - and all divine. We had baked scallops, sea urchin, tapa with tuna and anchovies, fresh and crispy fried calamari, tapa with crab meat, tapa with sardines. And our favourite: hot Foie Gras. We've had four of them. A masterpiece with high quality Foie. A bunch of white wines. Fruity, fresh, crisp. And very fair - even low - priced. We ate a lot. Just couldn't stop. It was just all so tasty. A fantastic Tapas Bar. One of the very best there is. Yes, it's a busy place and takes a bit of luck and persistence to make your way through the crowds to order at the bar. But that's part of the experience. And well worth it. Definitely will be back here.

One of the best "menú del día" deals I've seen in a long time - 11 euros for two courses plus wine…read more(or even better, local cider) and dessert on the beach. The menu board claims "fresh fish", and I have to admit, I had forgotten how good fresh hake can be, especially if it hasn't been overcooked. So far I've had paella, ensaladilla rusa, beef ribs and that hake, and so far all my meals have been superb.

A perfect stop for wonderful cocktails. Located in a local neighborhood very close to the main…read morewalking area. This out-of-the-way bar offers a wonderful seating area outside, and a beautiful bar and seating area inside. Very pleasant vibe with mixologists hard at work behind the bar serving up a wide variety of cocktails and mocktails. There is no food at this location but little munchies are provided along with your drink orders. Drinks are premium so pricing can be more than what you would expected typical bars of the city. Frustrating This bar is open only during evening hours. Check their website for any changes. Highly recommend that you stop in for one of their beautifully prepared drinks that are exceptionally refreshing.

We stopped by the Gintoneria when we visited San Sebastian in 2018. It was a really fun place with…read morea nice patio. They specialize in fancy gin cocktails. The staff and other patrons were really friendly during our visit in 2018. 2023 UPDATE: We decided to stop here again in August 2023, but unfortunately the place was disappointing. We were seated on the patio, surrounded by chain smokers. I know...I know. That's how it is in a lot of European cities. I get it, and I could have tolerated it for a bit, except that the service was horrible too. Nothing like our previous visit when we were greeted by friendly people. This time it seemed as though they didn't care to be bothered to serve anyone. I don't know if it was an off night. Either way, we left not long after arriving. It may be a post-pandemic thing, where people are overworked and tired. Hopefully it will improve as time goes on.

THE place for higher quality smoked salmon pintxos and the only place in town with craft beer ($4…read morebottles vs solid Bilbao lager and amber on tap for ~$1.5). Take your food and drinks out to the steps for the full experience.

A wonderful 2 night reunion with Gregory, the hardworkin cool bartender, at his small…read moreestablishment. How can we endure the wait til next time? Pity we can only have 2 drinks each :-)

This is the go-to-bar if you're into cocktails! The atmosphere is classic and serene as is the…read morebartender. The bar offers fantastic cocktails, all the classic you could ask for done exactly as in the original recipees. The sortiment of gins - I didn't know there were these many! We had a great evening accompanied with great music! When you're done with the pintxos don't miss out going to Garbola on your visit to San Sebastian!!!