Bilbao is full of unassuming Cafe Bars like this. This one is inhabited with friendly staff and…read morelocals. It's located on a pedestrian square without cars. Good Cappuccinos and Pixtnos. We has a Tortilla and some toast. Whole thing was less than 20 euro for two.

We had the most amazing food experience here that we came back for more. Love all the pintxos that…read morewe tried. Everything was so fresh and delicious. Service was very fast and efficient. Nice bar, very fast paced.

One classic in Bilbao, sandwich with EME secret sauce, great selection of pintxos and great home…read morefood. Not ti be missed when visiting Bilbao!

There are, really, few sites "must-haves" for a trip or a visit... and the Bar EME bilbao, is not…read morean exception. He has many years open and is well known by all the inhabitants of the city - you can check it out asked by there - although, that doesn't mean anything more. The Sandwiches are tasty and unique, but perhaps dont must walk a lot to get up there if you are not near. I go once in a while, and enjoy it.

Had a hankering for fries and this place scratched that itch. We were given several options for…read moredipping sauces and opted for the aioli and ketchup. All good!

Stumbled into this little pub while wandering through historic Bilbao on a rainy April day and had…read morethe best Spanish Omlette here. Unpretentious, homey and comfortable. Beware - no English spoken and they don't serve off the menu until after 1pm.

Some of the tastiest pintxos in Bilbao! They offer a great…read morevariety of classics, but each has a unique twist. I recommend the squid, crab gratin, and chorizo. The service was a bit of a mess lol people everywhere trying to get into the queue to order. However, the staff did their best and delivered everything as quickly as possible. I recommend going at off-peak hours... Unless you want to experience ordering like the locals XD

Right in Plaza Nueva this restaurant doubles as a tapas par and patio as well. There's dine-in,…read moreinside and outside, as well as bar tables and ledges inside for those here for tapas. The space is very clean, and plenty of space for large groups as well. Pretty generous portions too for their paella and they have an English menu as well.

Cute little spot with delicious healthy food, nice service, and a nice vibe. Portions are small and…read morereasonably priced, so you can mix and match. The crema del dia had leeks, potatoes, carrots, and peas--super delicious and light; everyone was ordering it. The sandwiches we had (pastrami and a vegan one) were also light and tasty. I love when I can find vegetable-forward dishes when I'm on vacation. Bathrooms don't seem to lock though.

This is a great spot for lunch. I had the Vietnamese salad, and it was not your typical bowl of…read moregreens. Delicious, lightly dressed. The only downside is that the smoke from Bilbao's tobacco-lovers gets pulled in through the front door. Not pleasant when you get a good draft - best to sit in the back.

Food: This is THE BEST place in Bilbao for Cochinillo (Suckling Pig)!! The wagyu beef burger (€10)…read more is cooked to perfection as well. The combination of the egg and wagyu is such a deliciously meaty combination. And of course there's the cochinillo. The crispy skin, succulent meat will make your mouth water and hungry for more. It comes in 2,3 and 4 person portion (starting from €30). Service: the staff is warm and attentive. Although he cannot really converse with us in English, he does his best to explain the menu to us and has the friendliest demeanor. In fact he gave us appetizers on the house in light of Xmas (lkr?)! This is a textbook hidden-gem in Bilbao. Do be sure to hit up this place for a Spanish meal you will never forget!!!

The best calamari in Bilbao and good service. The location is close to Guggenheim Museumread more

Pleasantly surprised with how nice this spot was! Central downtown Bilbao, right next to the…read moreIberdrola tower and the mall! Plenty busy when we stopped by but still had good service! We had espresso, salad and a sandwhich - so many great options to choose from, you really cant go wrong! Would certainly recommend stopping by for a nice coffee, bruch or lunch!

If you're curious, adventurous and want to experience tapas a bit differently then this is the…read moreplace for you. You'll find canned seafood here, but it's not what you probably think. This stuff is good, real good. Try the mejillones for a taste of mussels in escabeche type sauce. The boquerones are small and tangy because of the vinegar, but nonetheless are fabulous. There's so much to try and taste here but you must bring your appetite.