Try everything. From the fish and chips, to the jamón, to the caldo. Don't miss out on the revuelto…read morecon jamón. The eggs are perfect. It's an institution for a reason.

Really excellent spot for pintxos but also super upscale dinner in Bilbao. Had foie gras and also…read morethe cod which both were incredible. Excellent service and a super fun vibe even late on a Wednesday night.

Nice three course lunch with delicious fresh pea soup, cod (of course), sorbet and local cider, all…read morefor a reasonable price and in a lovely period dining room. Service was impeccable.

Café Iruña is one of Bilbao's most iconic cafés, and the interior is absolutely breathtaking. The…read moreMoorish-inspired architecture, colorful tilework, intricate wooden ceilings, and historic ambiance make it feel like you're dining in another era. It's worth visiting for the setting alone. The menu offers a nice variety of Basque classics, pintxos, seafood, and Spanish favorites. We tried the Gilda, Iberian ham, croquetas, and paired everything with a glass of chilled Txakoli. The food was good, but nothing really stood out. After eating at several other places in Bilbao, we found it to be fairly average. The service was the weakest part of our visit. The staff seemed overwhelmed and were constantly rushing around. They weren't rude, but they came across as distant and it was difficult to get their attention. It may have just been because the restaurant was very busy, but it did affect the overall experience.

Just loved it. The Spanish start dinner after 8:30 pm, which is insane for me. That's my bedtime…read more But Larruzz is open all day. Just across the bridge from my hotel, I was so glad I found it here on Yelp. Besides good seating arrangements and nice decorations, the staff is also very friendly , although poorly English speaking. My Spanish is still a bit rusty :) I chose the paella with sea fruit. It was super delicious nom nom nom. Divine. Going back tomorrow scrumptious. Really.

Stopped in to try their Paella due to great reviews and I'm glad we did. It was a rainy day in…read moreBilbao and it was nice to have tasty and delicious paella. We had the vegetable and chicken and it was full of flavor muy delicioso. The service is great (especially with my limited Spanish, thanks for being patient) restaurant is clean and has a very nice atmosphere. Very close to the Guggenheim. I would recommend Larruzz.

After exploring Bilbao's charming Casco Viejo, we made our way to Gure Toki in Plaza Nueva, and it…read moreended up being one of the highlights of our trip. The pintxos counter alone is worth the visit. Every bite looked like a miniature work of art, making it almost impossible to choose. We started with the Gilda, the iconic Basque pintxo of olives, Cantabrian anchovies, and pickled guindilla peppers. It was bright, salty, and the perfect way to wake up our appetites. The Idiazabal cheese soup with quail egg was one of the most memorable dishes we had in Bilbao. Creamy, silky, and comforting, it was topped with crispy potato sticks, crunchy corn, herbs, edible flowers, and a perfectly cooked quail egg that made every spoonful rich without feeling heavy. Another favorite was the tuna served in a vintage-style sardine tin, topped with roasted red peppers. The presentation was clever, but the quality of the tuna really stood out. It was incredibly fresh, tender, and paired beautifully with the sweet peppers. We also couldn't resist the jamón Ibérico on toasted bread with grated tomato (pan con tomate). Sometimes the simplest pintxos are the best, and this one showcased just how exceptional good Iberian ham can be. Everything was beautifully presented without sacrificing flavor. Even though the bar was busy, service was efficient, and the lively atmosphere made it feel like a place where both locals and visitors come for outstanding pintxos. If you're visiting Bilbao, Gure Toki is a must. It's the perfect place to experience traditional Basque flavors with a modern, creative twist.

Definitely a must visit for pintxos. Presentation, service, and quality were tops. A perfect place…read moreto experience pintxos for the first time.

The specialty pinxtos here at Gatz was a piece of cod cooked in olive oil. The oil turned a bit…read morebuttery from the extra fat of the fish and then they put two small pieces of hot pepper on top. Oh, my. Delicious! They're very proud of their Michelin mentions, as they should be.

Items Selected: Morcilla Pepper Omelette…read moreSalt Cod with Aoili Ham, Idiazabal, Tomato Stack Traditional Torta Fried Foie Gras Mushroom Sandwich with Pepper Puree Iberico Sandwich "Fresh Cheese and Cepes" Baccala Stuffed Pepper Located in old town, tucked away on Santa Maria Kalea just feet from a shopping district transformed to a Christmas wonderland just one week thereafter, Bar Gatz is considered by many to be 'the' locals only place for the Basque style of tapas known as pintxos, and arriving in Bilbao far later than originally scheduled it was just prior to midnight before I entered the small space, a dearth of seating okay for legs confined to a plane for the past twelve hours while English friendly service made navigating the selections a breeze. Trending more traditional than spots nearby with a vibe that seemed well suited to local twenty-somethings out for late night fun a Saturday, it was with a plate in hand that a dozen or so plates were examined and understanding most of the Spanish descriptions with a few simple questions answered a total of eight items were selected, the total bill just €14 including a €1.50 miniature bottle of water. Avoiding options that seemed to have been sitting out, though the barman did offer to rewarm anything I'd like, dining began with two plates of three and focusing mostly on bold flavors traditional to the region and especially those made in house both the Morcilla and Pepper Omelette as well as the creamy-meets-crunchy Fried Foie Gras Mushroom Sandwich were precisely what I'd been hoping for while the traditional torta immediately left me laughing at high prices of inferior versions back home, the salt cod unfortunately a bit masked by the sauce while both ham selections benefited from the quality of the local products, a theme seen throughout the trip. Informed that desserts are not offered, but that a few more hot items were set to come out before the kitchen closed for the night, suffice it to say that I was fortunate to stick around chatting with a young couple happy to work on their limited English while teaching me some Spanish, for as much as those lesson really did not seem to last more than one hour the memories of fresh cheese melted amidst mushrooms and the intense flavor of a fried red pepper filled with creamy baccala proved far more resonant, the later possibly the most memorable bite of salt cod throughout the week-long visit.

Great wine selection and delicious pintxos. Beautiful ambience and friendly service, too. Love it.read more

Great food, great ambience and great prices highly recommended if you're in Bilbao Spainread more

We wanted to eat paella and this place stood out in the TA reviews. We made our reservation. We…read moregot there before 8:30 pm and the owner was gracious to allow us to get seated. We had sangria made at our table and we ordered a seafood paella. The food was excellent. The appetizers were good too. The only thing I suggest is ask the chef to go easy on salt. We enjoyed speaking with the owner. He has a great sense of humor if you speak Spanish.

Worst dinning experience ever, avoid at all cost!!!!…read more Got there at 9pm and the door was closed and realized we had to ring the bell to get in. Restaurant was completely empty, maybe after Christmas? We ordered a seafood paella and veggie one which btw confused us with the portion per plate and price per person (2 portions minimum) and white wine. After waiting 30 minutes while eating reheated frozen bread (they charged for the bread), the paellas came out way too salty like sea water salty. We told the waitress who sent back to the kitchen both of them tasted in front of us and were in denial that is was not. They decided to make another one for us after another 30 min, while the restaurant was empty. We got another paella as salty as the first. We decided to pay and leave. At the end I spent 91 Euros for salt... My first paella in motherland Spain was the worst paella I ever had in my life...

Fantastic apps, atmosphere and meals! I will definitely be back. Thank you! Located in the square…read moreclose to everything.

The food and personalized service were an amazing experience. My wife and I certainly recommend it.read more