I tried going back today, and they were not welcoming at all. When I asked they gave a lot of sas,…read moreand told me "I'll be there in a second." It took them 45 minutes to seat us. I was excited to eat but then they told us they would be closing and kicked us out. I was beyond shocked and had no idea what to say. I was with my friends and treated them with kindness and manners, seriously, don't visit 0/10.

I came back again, and they were extremely rude, they gave us even worse food, I found nut in my…read moreburrito. There is something seriously wrong with this establishment.

It's challenging to be "100% authentic Mexican food " (per their website) in a far away country…read more Finding alternatives and supplementing ingredients is expected. El Cabrón provides fast, pricey food with a great ordering system involving large electronic menu boards- can pay by cash or card. Centrally located in downtown San Sebastián. They offer different language options which is awesome. I ordered two tacos with combinations of two sauces: habañero and green sauce. The tacos were okay. The meat was the best part of them. The tortilla was hard-ish and tasted like it had sugar in it. It didn't have the standard Mexican additions of cilantro or onion. The hanañero isn't too spicy, if you love spicy sauces. I couldn't resist the least-Mexican dish on the menu- Nutella burrito. It was a lot smaller than I thought it would be. The taste was good- you really can't go wrong in my book with Nutella. I ordered a side of guacamole which was good. They don't sell a side of tortilla chips, only large bowls of fully-loaded nachos. My total cost was about 11€, which I consider a bit pricey, since I was still hungry. I think I chose poorly with the tacos. Next time, I'd get the nachos- it's large and looks filling. The food is good. The atmosphere is fun and casual. There is seating and a bathroom downstairs. It's a good place to get an evening snack or meal.

This place is AMAZING. Food was delicious and the atmosphere was incredible. Would come back…read moreeveryday if I could. Service was great too!

This place has a fun trendy vibe. It was off in Gros which is across the river from Casco Viejo…read morebut not too far and well worth the walk. I only had 2 pinxtos here but both were noteworthy. The fist was fish eggs served on a small lime sliver. It was delicious and something that you would not imagine being paired together. The second was a delicate white fish over a cauliflower purée and an interesting green olive oil based sauce. The whitefish was perfectly cooked with its skin and paired very nicely with the flavorful sauce. I would definitely recommend checking this place out.

Amazing food and service, waiter spoke English and Spanish very well. Will definitely come here…read moreagain when visiting.

I was so glad to find this restaurant. We were pretty much pintxoed out, and were craving some…read moredelicious Mexican food. This place did not disappoint. While they do serve pintxos, they also have a menu for tacos!!! Halleluia for tacos! The food did not disappoint either. The chef/owner is from Mexico, so believe me, the tacos were authentic and so delicious. I had a combination plate consisting of mole, al pastor, and shrimp tacos. They were all so delicious. Excellent food and service. Kudos to Chef Velloz! Please note though that the correct name is Cafe Kursaal.

You must eat here. The food is outstanding. An eclectic menu with traditional Basque meeting…read moreinfluences from Asia, India, Latin America. All prepared with care and attention to detail. Portions are generous. Flavors are big and balanced. Just delicious, whether seafood or meat or vegetables. We had scallops in a deep seafood stock, grilled hake with Thai infused coconut milk and lobster oil, and classic Indian butter chicken. Each dish outstanding on its own, all from one kitchen is wow. Presentation is thoughtful and beautiful. Vibe is cool without trying to be cool. Feels relaxed. Fun music playing without being loud or intrusive. Staff are fun and friendly and precise in their care. And to take it all to the next level was our host, Cesar. Not just thoughtful and welcoming but his passion for each dish and the care and thought that goes into them was obvious. His joy is genuine and we appreciated him sharing details with us so we could be part of the fun. In a city with so much wonderful food, La Madame stands out because it is a sit down restaurant, serving fresh and inspired and delicious food, with care and creativity and obsessive detail and pure happiness. Make a reservation, it's worth it. And take in the joy Cesar shares with you through every dish.

We are so glad we chose this restaurant! D---DIEGO--- made us feel welcome from the moment we…read morearrived and shared the culture behind the food, which made the experience even more memorable. The food was outstanding, especially the scallop, the broth they were served in was incredible. The spicy mango margarita was one of the best cocktails we've had. Great service, amazing food and drinks, and an overall fantastic experience. Highly recommend!

What a wonderful find! MUST VISIT ON YOUR TRIP!! We were wandering by when we looked through the…read morewindow and saw how modern this place looked. We glanced at the menu and decided to give it a try. They have a wide variety of food. We got several dishes to share. Beginning with table guacamole, they give you the components to mix for yourself with a mortar and pestle. I hate onions and cilantro, so I was able to get my share before my friends mixed them in! Served with crispy chips, it was a nice change from regular pintxos in the area. Next was the ceviche, tuna and sweet potato (with a lot of onions), onions aside the tuna was delicious with a well balanced spice of peppers that were included in the dish. Next up was the Iberian ham cheese quesadillas: perfection! The simplicity of the dish was what made it taste so good. Exactly what it sounds like, but the cheese was delicious. But the BEST part of the meal was the al Pastor tacos! They were better than some of the tacos I had in Mexico City! Perfectly seasoned meat, with just the right amount of guacamole. MUST HAVE!!! Lastly, the desserts! The churro dessert was AMAZING! And the rice pudding was also delicious, light and flavorful! We were all amazed by this meal. Everything was delicious. The most consistent meal we have had by far during our stay in San Sebastián.

What a treat! This place is barely visible on the street, but it's worth finding the signless door…read more The wood paneled walls draw you into a bustling restaurant. I came for lunch on a Monday. The menu is an inventive blend of Peruvian, Mexican, and Spanish. They have menus in English if you ask for it. The atmosphere is casual, but we ended up spending $50 for a two person lunch. The service is friendly. They bring plates out in courses, so it's easy to have a relaxed drawn out meal here. You don't feel rushed. The abodaba tacos were the highlight. The slightly crispy texture of the meat was heaven. The Sweet Potato Causa was a table favorite too!

Go here. My girlfriend and I came to this cocktail bar knowing that beer, wine, and vermouth were…read morethe standards in San Sebastian, however the cocktails here proved more than worth a stop. Mikel made us the most phenomenal mezcal drink and old fashioned we've had in a long time. Our mezcal cocktail, the Al Green, was tart and boozy - beautifully garnished with wasabi peas. Served in a coupe glass, it was a deep green, but tasted of the floral and bitter notes of the mezcal with citrus and savory notes. Any mezcal or margarita lover would love it. The old fashioned was served as it should be - with a massive rock and a heavy shake of bitters. The orange garnish and local cherry set off the bourbon perfectly. On your quest for pintxos and dinner in San Sebastian, make a point to stop and see Mikel at Arraun.

We were winding down from our 3rd day of Pinxto pub crawl and were looking for a place to dance…read more(that wasn't filled with Aussie frat boys....well any frat boys in General). Walking towards our Pensionne, we heard the muffled beats of house music and decided to try it out. I'm glad we did! We rolled in about 12am, and it was empty except for a bachelorette party and a few dudes. As we were a group of 8, we were happy to spread out into the small area and continue our celebrating our libations. So why do you ask, does this bar warrant 4*...well it's because the DJ was spinning the most awesome set of deep house!! As it rolled into 1-2am it got a little bit more crowded but I think this places doesn't really get bumping until 3am (it closes at 4-5am). So if you're up for some good house music (none of that progressive sh** either), come to Bar Arraun. Drinks are a little $$ but they are stiff. Worth it for a night of dancing to some good beats and lots of BASS