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El Viejo Zortzi

The guide was updated: 2024-09-14

El Viejo Zortzi is the little brother of Zortziko. The difference between the restaurants is that El Viejo Zortzi is more informal and the prices are significantly lower than Zortziko. The quality remains, of course, the same. El Viejo Zortzi has a modern take on traditional Basque food, such as fillet of cod in pil-pil sauce and fresh hake in garlic sauce. The choice of wine here is exceptional. While you're there, you can also take a quick peek at the bar. They have an infinite amount of wine and other alcoholic beverages.

Useful Information

Address: Poza Lizentziatuaren Kalea 54, Bilbao
Opening hours: Mon–Sat 1pm–11pm, Sun closed
Website: viejozortzi.es
Phone: +34 944 41 92 49
Email: infoviejo@gmail.com

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El Viejo Zortzi

El Viejo Zortzi

El Viejo Zortzi is the little brother of Zortziko. The difference between the restaurants is that El Viejo Zortzi is more informal and the prices are significantly lower than Zortziko. The quality remains, of course, the same. El Viejo Zortzi has a modern take on traditional Basque food, such as fillet of cod in pil-pil sauce and fresh hake in garlic sauce. The choice of wine here is exceptional. While you're there, you can also take a quick peek at the bar. They have an infinite amount of wine and other alcoholic beverages.

Etxanobe

Etxanobe

This fine-dining restaurant has a great view of the Guggenheim, which beautifully complements the creative and artfully plated Basque dishes served here, such as chocolaty oxtail crépinettes and cold anchovy lasagna in tomato soup. One of the most popular dishes was not created by the chef himself but is actually a recipe from his grandmother. He paid respects to her by giving the dish her name, 'Grandmother's Cake'.

Gaminiz

Gaminiz

Located in Zamudio, slightly out of the centre of town is one of Bilbao’s most famous restaurants. It's about 10 km from the city centre and a bit tricky to find, but the trip is well worth it. Cod is the main item on the menu, but don’t forget to try other dishes, like squab with peach puree. You can also have a three-course set menu, which allows you to share tapas before you dive into the main course.

Guggenheim Bilbao

Guggenheim Bilbao

For a slightly less expensive taste of Martin Berasategui’s new Basque cuisine, head to his restaurant at the Guggenheim Museum. The menu includes some real gems like tempura hake with sautéed mange-touts and Biscay cheese. It's not possible to order one dish at the restaurant, but you'll pick a menu which consists of a traditional starter, a main dish and a dessert or pintxos.

Gure Toki

Gure Toki

At this small tapas bar, you can relish fantastic pintxos, which are wonderfully executed with a creative touch. Some dishes you can find on the menu are beef ribs with seaweed, crab tempura, and mushroom risotto. This is a popular place, so it might be crowded but definitely worth the wait.

Mao

Mao

If you want to tickle your taste buds with Japanese food of the highest quality, you definitely have to visit Mao. The chefs use excellent raw products, and the food is prepared before guests' eyes. A few dishes served at the restaurant are the salmon tart, teppanyaki rice with lotus leaf and sushi sashimi moriaware. On the wine list, you will find more than 150 different labels.

Porrue

Porrue

Enjoy well-prepared Spanish food at this cool and elegant restaurant. The fresh food is inventive and tasty and served by attentive staff. The ingredients are mostly from local farmers or fishermen, to support the local community. Try the 8-dish course with lots of different exciting flavours, accompanied by a glass of good Spanish wine, and afterwards–a strong cup of Spanish coffee.

Restaurante Mina

Restaurante Mina

Located in the heart of Bilbao, Mina is a gastronomic restaurant with only 8 tables for 25-30 guests. The menu reflects each season, and the chefs use local produce from the market and nearest farms. You can also sit at the ''barra'', an oak counter in front of the chef, and take a peek to see how your food is being prepared. It's essential to make a reservation because of the limited amount of seats.

Irrintzi

Irrintzi

Young and vibrant tapas bar offering a great variety of pintxos, plus beers and cocktails in one of the most tranquil streets of the Old Quarter of Bilbao.

Restaurante Lar

Restaurante Lar

Restaurante Lar is a small family-run restaurant that serves traditional Spanish food. Their focus is on seafood and seasonal products, which are carefully prepared. This charming restaurant has a simple decor with family photos adorning the walls.

Kasko

Kasko

At this restaurant, you can indulge in modern Basque cuisine. Kasko is located in the Old Quarter of Bilbao and offers a great mix of traditional and modern food. The atmosphere of the restaurant is special, with decor planned out by the famous Vicente and Fernando Roscubas. The portions are huge, so make sure to come here on an empty stomach or bring a friend to share your dishes with. As a bonus, from Sunday to Tuesday, you'll get to enjoy a live piano session.

Yandiola

Yandiola

Located at the top of Azkuna Zentroa, a historic building in the heart of Bilbao, Yandiola offers you one of the city's most beautiful views. It serves innovative basque cuisine based in local products, tradition and innovation.

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Restaurante Zortziko

At this classy restaurant, a meal is like a work of art. The chefs aim to reflect the flavour and culture of a country in their dishes and pay close attention to even the tiniest of details. At Zortziko, you get the best of Basque cuisine in an authentic setting. The Menú Tradición is highly recommended, with specialities such as rabbit with rice and Idiazaba cheese cream, and wakame scallop salad with a teriyaki glaze.

Andra Mari Galdakao

Andra Mari Galdakao

Surrounded by nature, this charming restaurant is your place for a perfectly Basque experience. The wood building fuses elegance and comfort in a homey atmosphere, and the genuine local cuisine is made with some of the best ingredients in the region. Andra Mari is the kind of hidden gem you would recommend to good friends.

Arzak

Arzak

Located in San Sebastian, this family-run business from 1897 is one of the most high-class restaurants in the area. It has been distinguished for its cuisine and ambience several times in the past. Arzak offers tasting menus specializing in modern Basque fare. The choice of wine is splendid, and you can combine your dinner with a visit to the great area of San Sebastian.

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