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This restaurant is a real institution in San Sebastián as it obtained its first Michelin star in 1974 and has just celebrated its 50th anniversary in the Michelin fold. Hospitality, history and modernity converge in this century-old family mansion in Alto de Miracruz, a culinary mecca run by the tandem of Juan Mari Arzak and his daughter Elena (the latter taking over the reins in magnificent fashion) who have succeeded in perfectly combining the most surprising innovations with expertise rooted in Basque tradition. The creativity, presentation and intense flavours of their dishes are the resul
WebsiteArgentine chef Paulo Airaudo’s flagship restaurant has set a new course following its move to the iconic Hotel Maria Cristina (one MICHELIN Key), which boasts over a century of history, elegance, and distinction. Here, at the mouth of the Urumea River and practically across from the Kursaal, the Amelia restaurant aims to continue growing through a contemporary-creative cuisine where flavour takes centre stage and, above all, leaves no one indifferent. The approach, rich in nuances, draws inspiration from the Cantabrian Sea, its primary source of inspiration, featuring an open kitchen and a spe
WebsiteThis centrally located restaurant, which was a popular name in local cuisine under the baton of chef Alicio Garro, has had a new lease of life thanks to award-winning chef Paulo Airaudo, who brings with him his personal vision of classic recipes.The bar at the entrance is still here, serving ‘pinchos’ made on the spot, and is perfect for an informal glass of wine. Added to this is the small dining room in the basement, featuring six impressively sized tables, each of which comes with its own ’cupboard’. The cuisine, which comes courtesy of two tasting menus (Errekea and Ibaia) to which you can
WebsiteZelai Txiki boasts a superb location on the slopes of Mt Ulía (hence the impressive views from its panoramic terrace) and even its own vegetable garden. On the extensive à la carte, with its strong focus on dishes inspired by the traditions of Basque cuisine (hake in a salsa verde with clams, Donostia-style spider crab in its shell, hake cheeks in batter or with a pil-pil sauce, etc), you can easily appreciate the importance given to the use of fresh, locally sourced ingredients of the highest quality. You’ll also find interesting daily suggestions plus an extensive tasting menu. The restauran
WebsiteA special restaurant, particularly given its outstanding views of the city and Zurriola beach that will definitely grab your attention. Located at the top of Monte Ulía, it is run by chef Rubén Trincado, the third generation of the family, who has his own style yet with a culinary legacy rooted in tradition. His creatively inspired cuisine plays with native Guipúzcoa ingredients such as hake, but also focuses on dishes from the world’s “blue zones” where people live longer than anywhere else on the planet. He works with just two tasting menus: Vínculo (vegetarian) and Arraigo, both with a wine
WebsiteEating at this diminutive restaurant, in the heart of the Gros district, is like being welcomed to the home of a good friend, such is the warm welcome and the glass of Cava almost imperceptibly placed in your hand on arrival. The two owner-chefs, Carlos and Manel, cook, chat, serve and wash the dishes, seemingly at the same time, and in a highly relaxed atmosphere given that they only attend to a maximum ten guests per sitting, all eating together. They work with a single surprise menu, usually based around ingredients sourced from small-scale local producers. Drinks are included in the price.
Situated in the heart of the Gros district of the city, Alboka occupies the site of a former bar that has now been transformed into a simple bistro run by three young partners who trained at the Basque Culinary Center. The contemporary cuisine served here showcases vegetables sourced from small-scale local producers, as well as a number of dishes featuring fish and meat, all of which can be enjoyed in the main dining space or at the bar counter. One particular dish that caught our attention was the borage, flageolet green beans, scallops and green sauce.
WebsiteA popular eatery in the Gros district of the city which has won various awards for its miniature take on haute cuisine! In its colourful and delightful bar you’ll find a vast array of innovative tapas and pinchos, both hot and cold, such as Txalupa (a gratin of mushrooms with prawns), Itxaso (monkfish with a seafood cream), Udaberri (courgette with a crayfish cream), plus the delicious foie gras with port-braised grapes. If you're on your own... be prepared to share a table!
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