Location: Bilbao
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Top 10 Spanish food in Bilbao, Province of Vizcaya, Spain
Reviews on Spanish food in Bilbao, Province of Vizcaya, Spain. Travelers generally come to Bilbao to see the Guggenheim—some for the art inside, but many for the amazing building itself. The Fine Arts Museum and the Basque Museum may not have been designed by Frank Gehry, but are worth a visit, and you can catch international opera stars at the Palacio Euskalduna.
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10. NIDOBILBAO
Overall Ratings
4 based on 2194 reviews
A la carte restaurant, is traditional basque cuisine and that the average price per person is 60â¬. Minimum two dishes per person.
Reviewed By M6643GBdebbieh
We were served the most wonderful meal of fresh anchovies, artichokes, foie gras, Basque beef, salt cod.....AND we were a group of 40 people! The artichokes were prepared from fresh.... the bread made there... the homemade vanilla ice cream! Our diet-restricted members were catered for: dairy intolerant, gluten intolerant, onion allergy.... I am tempted to list all of the superlatives I know! Thank you! A must place to dine!
9. Odoloste
Overall Ratings
4 based on 212 reviews
Reviewed By anonymous991-4s
We were looking for a nice place for lunch in walking distance of the Guggenheim Bilbao when we saw this restaurant. It has a very serene and comfortable atmosphere, very nice staff. We ordered an iberico platter, roasted pork and pork secreto with asparagus. Perfect to our taste. Didnât want to return for a second time only because there is so much more to try. But will revisit when in Bilbao next time. Thnx to the staff!
8. Restaurante AL Margen
Overall Ratings
4 based on 226 reviews
Reviewed By AlexMDE
We were totally blown away by the excellence of this little restaurant. Its simplicity in decor adds to the charm and gives no clue as to the magic which we were subsequently served. We'd heard about "the broccoli" and tried it.... fantastic. Every dish was innovative and beautifully presented. No way was this a meal of style over substance - it was total style and unbeatable substance.Thank you again for an unforgettable meal.
7. ad hoc Cascanueces
Overall Ratings
4 based on 913 reviews
We are different, different every day. We like to have fun with creative cuisine which fuses flavors, cultures and forms. We offer you a professional and fun experience; informal with great quality. We assure you the best product and the most careful trea
Reviewed By 633suvil
First of all, service is excellent. They really take time to make guests feel welcome and to explain the menu. We had the steak tartare, gyoza style dumplings, octopus, and the forest for dessert. Everything was tasty and well prepared. The dessert was absolutely beautiful! Also kudos for being flexible with portion sizing.
6. La Gavilla
Overall Ratings
4 based on 326 reviews
Reviewed By Patti A
Not to be hyperbolic but this was one of the greatest experiences weâve had anywhere. From the personable owners, Natalya and David (who have spent time in the US and speak perfect English-a big plus in Bilbao), to the fine moderately priced wine list, to their fresh locally-sourced food, to Pedro the amicable waiter, to the lively crowd of locals, this restaurant is superb in every way possible. Weâre global travelers and this meal will live in our memories forever.
5. Nebak Jatetxea
Overall Ratings
4 based on 199 reviews
"NEBAK Jatetxea, traditional Basque cuisine without gluten", is a new restaurant with quality gastronomic proposals based on the best recipes of traditional Basque cuisine and the nearby regions, with a 100% GLUTEN FREE proposal. Located in the Casco Viej
Reviewed By borisg205
Food, wine, service, location- all is excellent! One of the best eateries in old city. Glutein free. The best morcillas in town.Thank you very much Boris for sending us such a positive comment, you are really kind ... We are glad that our gastronomic proposal is to your liking, we hope you have the opportunity to continue tasting many other dishes, it will be a real pleasure to welcome you again. A warm greeting from the NEBAK team!
4. Bikandi Etxea
Overall Ratings
4 based on 212 reviews
El restaurante Bikandi Etxea de Bilbao, es un local tradicional con casi 25 años al frente de los fogones donde poder degustar la auténtica gastronomÃa vasca. Pintxos y platos caseros bien elaborados en este restaurante con encanto, de servicio y ambiente
Reviewed By applejane
Went for a quick lunch with my hubby, who is in a conference in this area . The owners do not speak much English, however, the hospitality does not have language barrier . They went to use internet and translate the menu, kind of. We did not mind what we have, the orders turned out to be as nice as we would like it. Very reasonably priced, very friendly . Thank you Thank you for your comment, and valuation our small Basque restaurant will be your home whenever you wish. we always try to make you feel at home despite the different languagesA greeting.
3. Bar Roma
Overall Ratings
4 based on 173 reviews
Bar Roma is a meeting place, in the center of the city. They make exquisite âtapasâ and "pintxos". Select wines from the country and very friendly people.
Reviewed By SuzeyQ101
Being ranked No 1 in TripAdvisor can't be easy but after a few minutes, I totally understood why!!Don't be put off by the normal looking outside or unsmiling bar man (which I think was the owner). After a few minutes, he'll be explaining what the many tasty pintxos are & what wines he has, all in a patient & friendly manner.We had 7 amazing savoury pintxos (& we wanted to try so many more!) plus a cheesecake (which was amazing & light but just sweet enough), along with 3 red wines & an alcohol free beer. Imagine our utter amazement when the bill came to 14.80 EUR, I thought he must have calculated something wrong!! But no, that's how good value it is here.We're only in Bilbao for 5 days but I'll definitely be hoping we have time for another visit as the food was so tasty, the wines were so good & the service was spot on.Good morning SuzeyQ. Thank you very much for that wonderful description you make of your experience with us. From the heart, we are pleased to see that our effort bears fruit, and that you enjoy and make such a positive assessment of our products. Thank you for everything and we hope to see you here soon. Good trip and see you soon.
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2. Mojapan
Reviewed By RaeidNamaste
A really outstanding service - Exceptional, friendly and attentive staff. The wooden interior is not really mine but the Food is a blast. Meat and fish were tasty and fresh. You have to try the A Tu Gusto as a starter where you choose the bread, the âguarnicionâ and the sauce. Special!! By the way the Water is for free. Go there and get spoiled.
1. La Despensa del Etxanobe
Overall Ratings
4 based on 1864 reviews
An informal restaurant, designed so that people from Bilbao and those who visit us can enjoy a more than excellent dinner at a reasonable price. As an objective, focus on food and on your ability to get excited and have fun, in the local essential product
Reviewed By 996pennys
We were 4 and had trouble choosing so we ordered a lot of appetizers. The tomato salad was awesome - sweet, melt in your mouth delight with a touch or course salt. The Russian salad was the best - smooth creamy texture and packed with flavor. Also beautiful presentation. The scallops were perfectly seasoned. The grilled octopus was prepared perfectly. If you have room, the mushroom soup is silky smooth and packed with flavor.
