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Where to eat in Bilbao
February 14 2022
There is no doubt that few things are as pleasant as eating in Bilbao. This is demonstrated by the exquisite flavor of its most typical dishes: cod in pil-pil sauce, marmitako, pintxos... Get ready to live an unforgettable gourmet experience by booking your hotel in Bilbao with ILUNION Hotels!
As is known, food occupies a central role in the vibrant life of Bilbao. So it's no wonder that Basque cuisine attracts so many tourists every year. Do you want to know the best restaurants to try?
Eating in Bilbao: a luxury for the palate
La Despensa del Etxanobe: Excellence in its purest form
No guide to eating in Bilbao would be complete without mentioning this giant of Basque gastronomy included in the 2020 Michelin Guide. The cold lasagna with anchovies and tempura green asparagus are just some of its star dishes. You will find it at Juan Ajuriaguerra, 8 and it is highly recommended to reserve a table in advance.
El Globo: when eating in Bilbao is a pleasure
An undeniable benchmark when it comes to pintxos, to the point that some of them have won international awards. Seeing the quality of its spider crab gratin, it is easy to understand why it is part of the prestigious Michelin Guide.
As if that were not enough, its prices are frankly reasonable (between €2 and €4 each pintxo), which makes it a must-see when you stay at the hotels in central Bilbao. You have it at Diputazio Kalea, 8.
Pentxo Restaurant: The house of good food
In the heart of the old town (Belostikale, 20) one of the most typical (and affordable) places to eat in Bilbao awaits you. Among its specialties stand out the individual tortillas and the baby squid risotto. It also has a daily menu with 8 starters and 8 seconds to choose from for only €15.50.
NIDOBILBAO: Basque specialties with a gourmet touch
Located at C/ Barroeta Aldamar, 3, this place is one of the most exclusive places to eat in Bilbao. The refinement of its dishes and the exquisite service are its hallmarks. Be sure to try their famous specialties, including burrata with truffle and mushrooms with foie.
The best Basque gastronomy without leaving your hotel in Bilbao
Are you looking for hotels in central Bilbao? In that case, the ILUNION Bilbao is your best option. We are just 15 minutes from the Guggenheim Museum and practically next to the San Mamés stadium!
Among the hotels in downtown Bilbao, the ILUNION Bilbao stands out not only for its exquisite restoration but also for its wide range of services. Thus, our modern and comfortable rooms are joined by the most advanced facilities to make your stay unbeatable. Both the gym and the working area are good examples of this.
Imagine the joy of having the most emblematic specialties of Basque cuisine at your entire disposal without having to leave your hotel in Bilbao. That is precisely what our LA KEDADA restaurant offers you: an icon of local gastronomy.
Our premium breakfast service and cozy cafeteria with daily newspapers complete our gastronomic offer. Without a doubt, it is the most comfortable way to get to know Bilbao food.
Of course, enjoying authentic Basque cuisine is as easy as staying at our hotel in Bilbao. Not surprisingly, we offer you a gastronomic offer capable of satisfying the most demanding gourmets.
See for yourself by reserving your room now!
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As is known, food occupies a central role in the vibrant life of Bilbao. So it's no wonder that Basque cuisine attracts so many tourists every year. Do you want to know the best restaurants to try?
Eating in Bilbao: a luxury for the palate
La Despensa del Etxanobe: Excellence in its purest form
No guide to eating in Bilbao would be complete without mentioning this giant of Basque gastronomy included in the 2020 Michelin Guide. The cold lasagna with anchovies and tempura green asparagus are just some of its star dishes. You will find it at Juan Ajuriaguerra, 8 and it is highly recommended to reserve a table in advance.
El Globo: when eating in Bilbao is a pleasure
An undeniable benchmark when it comes to pintxos, to the point that some of them have won international awards. Seeing the quality of its spider crab gratin, it is easy to understand why it is part of the prestigious Michelin Guide.
As if that were not enough, its prices are frankly reasonable (between €2 and €4 each pintxo), which makes it a must-see when you stay at the hotels in central Bilbao. You have it at Diputazio Kalea, 8.
Pentxo Restaurant: The house of good food
In the heart of the old town (Belostikale, 20) one of the most typical (and affordable) places to eat in Bilbao awaits you. Among its specialties stand out the individual tortillas and the baby squid risotto. It also has a daily menu with 8 starters and 8 seconds to choose from for only €15.50.
NIDOBILBAO: Basque specialties with a gourmet touch
Located at C/ Barroeta Aldamar, 3, this place is one of the most exclusive places to eat in Bilbao. The refinement of its dishes and the exquisite service are its hallmarks. Be sure to try their famous specialties, including burrata with truffle and mushrooms with foie.
The best Basque gastronomy without leaving your hotel in Bilbao
Are you looking for hotels in central Bilbao? In that case, the ILUNION Bilbao is your best option. We are just 15 minutes from the Guggenheim Museum and practically next to the San Mamés stadium!
Among the hotels in downtown Bilbao, the ILUNION Bilbao stands out not only for its exquisite restoration but also for its wide range of services. Thus, our modern and comfortable rooms are joined by the most advanced facilities to make your stay unbeatable. Both the gym and the working area are good examples of this.
Imagine the joy of having the most emblematic specialties of Basque cuisine at your entire disposal without having to leave your hotel in Bilbao. That is precisely what our LA KEDADA restaurant offers you: an icon of local gastronomy.
Our premium breakfast service and cozy cafeteria with daily newspapers complete our gastronomic offer. Without a doubt, it is the most comfortable way to get to know Bilbao food.
Of course, enjoying authentic Basque cuisine is as easy as staying at our hotel in Bilbao. Not surprisingly, we offer you a gastronomic offer capable of satisfying the most demanding gourmets.
See for yourself by reserving your room now!