City dining guide

Best restaurants in Bakio

2 guide-listed restaurants — Michelin, Bib Gourmand, Black Pearl, Must-Eat List, World's 50 Best and more. Reference quality signals; never ranked by commission, no in-app checkout.

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Gotzon Jatetxea

€€€Regional Cuisine, Seafood

This family-run restaurant overlooking the beach, where the third generation is now in charge (with Longarai sisters Gotzone in the kitchen and Sorkunde in the dining room), has a long and successful history behind it. Here, guests can enjoy Basque cuisine prepared with seasonal ingredients, meat from trusted suppliers, as well as superb fish (we recommend asking about the catch of the day), and if you don’t mind getting your hands dirty, make sure you order the pan-fried langoustines. It’s well worth booking a dinner table on one of the terraces to enjoy the sunset here.

TripAdvisor review sample · 3.6/5 · 80 reviews

Gotzon Jatetxea in Bakio specializes in regional cuisine and seafood. Many guests praise the fresh ingredients and exquisite presentation, highlighting standout dishes like baked crab gratin, sautéed clams, and grilled scallops. The atmosphere is described as warm and welcoming, akin to dining with family. However, reviews are polarized. Some diners report slow meal pacing and passive-aggressive behavior from the manager, which significantly detracts from the experience. Additionally, there are complaints regarding exorbitant prices and billing disputes, despite the restaurant holding a Repsol Sun award. While the food quality is generally appreciated, inconsistencies in service and perceived value issues remain notable concerns for potential visitors.

Suitable for diners seeking authentic seafood who can tolerate service variability; verify menu details beforehand.

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Zintziri Errota

€€Traditional Cuisine, Creative

This restaurant occupies a bucolic country house dating from 1650 that was originally used as a blacksmith’s (it is said that, in addition to anchors, weapons and farm implements, they also made high-quality shackles for prisoners similar to those referred to by Shakespeare in the pages of Hamlet), and later as a mill for grinding maize. The beautiful rustic interior comes as a pleasant surprise (an old wood-fired oven is nowadays used as a counter, with a second providing heat in the dining room). The home-style cooking has a contemporary feel and features the occasional creative detail. Chec

TripAdvisor review sample · 4.2/5 · 80 reviews

Located in Bakio, Zintziri Errota offers traditional Basque cuisine with creative twists. Reviews frequently praise the high quality of fresh ingredients, exquisite presentation, and balanced flavors, highlighting dishes like roasted octopus, sirloin, and homemade foie gras. The ambiance reflects its mill heritage, featuring cozy, rustic decor, though some find it untidy. Service is generally described as professional and attentive. Conversely, negative feedback cites inconsistent food quality, slow pacing, and perceived poor value, with some noting excessive portions or high costs relative to satisfaction. The overall rating is moderate, indicating a polarized dining experience.

Suitable for diners seeking unique traditional Basque cuisine who can tolerate a rustic, potentially cluttered environment.

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