Bilbao

Café Iruña is a classic tapas bar dating back to 1903, with Arabesque motifs, carved columns, and medieval ceramics serving regional food, grilled meats, sandwiches, and pintxos in a beautifully decorated setting.

A pasteleria is a Spanish pastry shop, and this one, in particular, has an excellent assortment of traditional croissants, chocolates, cookies, and pastries. Some of the most popular pastries are carolinitas, cubitos, and cream chuchitos. There is also a chocolate section, which provides you with a wide variety of bonbons. You can also find a hearty breakfast for a good price here.

After a long visit to the Guggenheim Museum, why not rest your feet at their in-house bistro? Bistró believes that a freestyle of cuisine linked to the roots of the product is a respectful gesture to the part of the culture from which it originates. Bistró offers creative Basque dishes along with wine pairings in a trendy setting with a lively terrace.

If you are in doubt about whether it is savoury or sweet treats you're yearning for, look no further. At Café Lago, you have the option to choose from a wide variety. They are known among the local community for making the best churros with chocolate, but they are also popular when it comes to traditional pintxos and the best wines of the Basque area.

In the centre of Bilbao's Old Town, Pentxo specialises in traditional dishes. Here you'll find an assortment of pintxos, hot sandwiches, homemade burgers and pastries, plus classic local fare and a set-price menu.

Located near the Old Town by the river, Baobab is a popular and charming teahouse offering some of the finest teas from around the world. The cosy vintage decor will make you want to stay for a little while longer. If you're looking to enjoy a cup of tea, it's best to visit in the afternoon, as the venue transforms into a bustling bar by night, offering one-euro beers on Thursdays.