Arzak

Bilbao

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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.

Dining

Bilbao is the home of Basque cuisine–considered the most inventive cuisine in both Spain and France. The city is famous for an array of dishes and for its delicious tapas-like appetizers called pintxos. Seafood forms the heart of Basque cooking, thanks to its strong 'arrantzale' fishing tradition, with cod-based dishes and hake being particularly popular. Despite this, Bilbao offers many other types of traditional food too, making it equally delicious for those who tend to favour meat-based dishes or even for vegetarians. The food here is so mouth-watering that many visitors return to Bilbao solely for the culinary experience.