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Antonio Bar

4.5 (31 reviews)
InexpensiveBars, Basque
Open 7:30 am - 11:30 pm

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Crispy Oxtail
Melody D.

This was our first experience and most favorite spot for Pintxos. We came here on our first night in San Sebastián. It was late, we were tired and hungry. There was a line and we were told 30 minute wait. We considered leaving, but realize that we probably would also have a wait anywhere else. And we were happy we did. The pintxos were all fantastic. The foie gras was the highlight of our entire trip. And the price is very reasonable. We came back the next morning for their famous tortilla and found out why it sells out within two hours. It held up to the expectation. I would recommend putting António Bar on your list when in San Sebastián. We can't wait to come back.

Pintxo case. Tortilla de patatas on the counter
Kelcy D.

Antonio bar was on a YouTube blogger we came across and featured their tortilla de patatas. We showed up shortly after 9am and the bar was full inside, outside counter with customers and there was a line. The bar doesn't like people waiting in the hallway so the line wraps onto the sidewalk. It didn't take long for a couple chairs to become available at the bar. Ordered a cafe with milk and a couple of tortillas. The tortilla is served just about everywhere- tabernas and restaurants in Spain. Antonio's version is different, a really good different. Made with 35 eggs, caramelized onions and potatoes. The caramelized onions really sets their tortilla apart from the rest. We stopped by twice to eat their tortilla. Pintxos start at 7pm. Get there's early for that. We got seats at the bar around 630 pm and finished our cold pintxos from the case. We still had 20 minutes before we could order the hot Pintxos and felt bad just waiting and was about to cash out when our bartender said if you leave it will be hard to get seats later. Ordered another round of drinks and waited it out. Enjoyed the scallops, oxtail won ton, shrimp won ton and foie gras. Food came out quick and as soon as we were done, our seats were quickly occupied. The same servers were there in the morning, there at night. They hustle and it shows. You must go here!

Beef Carpaccio with parm and truffle oil and toasted croutons.

Antonio was perfection on every level. The food is amazing, but the service both at a table or at the bar is outstanding. They are incredibly efficient, organized, knowledgeable, unpretentious and good humored. Their staff works seamlessly together like a world class team. My husband and I visited twice during our stay in San Sebastián and they remembered us when we returned. They see so many people coming and going but they still see you. Maybe because we showed appreciation for their food and service, but that was cool either way. Just a great neighborhood vibe we didn't expect as tourists. Needless to say, this was our favorite spot in San Sebastián. On our first visit, we came just after 1pm for lunch. We sat at the bar and ordered all of their seasonal specials explained. Fresh fried anchovies, white asparagus, artichoke hearts, green pea caviar with egg yolk and jamon, softly scrambled eggs with wild mushrooms, and a couple more traditional pinxtos (all ridiculously good). Tried my first callemocho (red wine and coke- which they made with Diet Coke at my request). Delicious! We were so full we weren't able to try the many other dishes we wanted to. So we came back the next night for dinner. Longer line to get in at 6:30pm on a Saturday night, but it moved quickly and we were seated by 7pm. Had their classics- the shrimp ravioli in martini sauce, the crispy oxtail, the scallops and the fois gras, plus one of the best beef carpaccios we have had (we've had many). Everything was excellent. Truly a great experience all around. Thank you Antonio's for being a highlight of our time in San Sebastián! We came for the food, you delivered that and more. We look forward to visiting again when we return.

Tapas menú
Barbara S.

While taking a walk in San Sebastián Old Town, we stumbled on this eatery. It was crowded inside and we decided to give it a little wait. There was no line at the time, so after about 5 minutes we were seated at a community table. We were seated with two ladies from Argentina and we had a pleasant conversation over a glass of wine as we perused the menu. The menu is on a QR code and can be translated into English. Turns out this was a tapas or pinxto bar. Full bar and lots of food coming out of the kitchen. We had a couple of glasses of sangria and a pinxto of their Spanish tortilla, which was delicious. The onions were heavily carmelized, which gave this tortilla a nice smoky flavor. We also enjoyed the anchovy tapas, which was a sliced baguette with olive oil, green peppers in oil and the anchovy on top. Very tasty. As a finisher, we were given a flan-like dessert with cinnamon ice cream. All in all, even though by the time we left the line was down the block, still a fun place to meet new people, have good wine and very good tapas. Servers were very nice and atmosphere was electric!

Tortilla

1st stop on our list. Very long lunch line at 11am. Here for the tortilla only. Apparently the best in SS. 1st time eating tortillas, pretty darn delish. In Jen (hotel owner in St Jean de Luz) we trust and she does not disappoint. Get there early, according to Jen, they make a set # daily.

Shrimp ravioli
jeannette h.

Came back here early to get their tortilla de patatas and it is so good, we had to order 4 orders of it. It's flavorful and full of umami. It is the only potato omelette I have tried so far, but I've been to many pixtos bars, and a lot of the foods they serve is delicious and full of flavor. Coming back for more!

langoustine ravioli and fried beef wonton  @davideatsdc
David H.

Amazing, favorite pintxos we had on our recent trip. first was the iberico - the best we had in San sebastian. delicious. next up was the fried beef wonton which was insanely good, as well as the langoustine ravioli. then the burrata and tomato salad with anchovies - super refreshing and delicious, very well balanced. And finally the tuna tataki which was the least favorite but still tasty. We returned in the morning to try their mini sandwiches (jamon, jamon with pepper, pastrami and mustard) which were delicious, and of course the tortilla - this one is huge and very messy/wet inside, really tasty with lots of onions and peppers inside.

Tortilla de casa
Kurt N.

The tortilla is absolutely amazing, available starting at 9am every day. It absolutely draws a line on weekends, and as each one comes out they sell out quickly. It gets absolutely packed all the time though, even going in at 9:45am on a weekday by myself I had to jockey for a space.

Tortilla
Eddie R.

QUICKIE REVIEW By far the best, and richest, tortilla you will have. FOOD This is what I tried: Tortilla Rich and savory, two best words to describe what it tastes like. The onions...goodness. This is truly a breakfast treat but I could see where some people would prefer it for brunch or lunch. To have it first thing in the morning might be a bit much. PARKING NA SERVICE Order at counter, pick up at counter. PRICE Less than $10 TIP/OTHER THOUGHTS Had to come here twice, first time was in the afternoon. Couldn't get a seat if I tried. Second time was in the morning. They brought out the first tortilla at 0930. Worth the second trip.

Shrimp
Brent W.

Friendly service, clean and nice design, good coffee and wine, and most importantly very good pintxos. The cold and hot ones were great and the tortilla was the best so far.

The tortilla de patata comes with warm bread that ia fresh and crispy on the outside.
Robert L.

This is the perfect place to grab breakfast and people watch while enjoying a unique tortilla de patata and savory cup of cafe con leche. My wife and I had been in Donostia, or San Sebastian, for nearly a month when we stopped by Bar Antonio after our morning walk. So we had tried tortillas de patata, or Basque omelets, at several places. This one was different! Cooked with the eggs soft, as in some other establishments, this tortilla also included carmelized onions, green peppers and had a crusty top--all of which made for an interesting texture and savory taste. It came with warm bread, and the cafe con leche was frothy and brewed from good coffee! We enjoyed this treat as we sat at the window counter on the street, giving us a view inside the bar and outside as the city came alive on a cloudy but pleasant morning. Truly a worthwhile experience!

BEST Spanish tortilla!
Marya C.

This is a LOCAL gem located in the upscale shopping district of San Sebastián. It is family owned and run by Antonio and his two sons. We went back 3 times on our visit. The STAR of the restaurant is the Spanish tortilla. It is the best we have ever eaten. It is enormous and full of sweet, carmelized onions. There is nothing eggy about it. I have to try to replicate this when we get back.

Lisa I.

We stopped at Antonio Bar towards the end of our trip and I really loved the vibe here. After stuffing myself to the gills on a bocadillo at Haizea, I wasn't really in the mood to eat more, but I had to find something to try. I opted for shrimp that had been battered and fried, along with two generous glasses of txakoli. More than that though, I really loved the vibe here. Filled with mostly locals but had staff that spoke English, this was a really great pintxo spot that was buzzing on a Saturday night. I would definitely come back here - try to sit by the bar, that seems to be where all the haps are!

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The tortilla was amazing and the ravioli and igelda were the best, also. Loved loved loved this place!

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Came back here early to get their tortilla de patatas and it is so good, we had to order 4 orders of it.

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Atari Gastroteka

4.5(156 reviews)
0.6 km
€€

Service was good and restaurant was nice not too crowded and lots of options to choose from on the…read moremenu. They also had the menu in english which is helpful. We opted for a few pintxos for lunch while we were visiting town. We also had a couple of drinks my husband got whiskey with coke and I asked for a local cocktail since I'm not much of a wine drinker. I was handed a cup of pacharán which was a bit strong but was nice to try something different. The pintxos came out one at a time which was nice we were able to fully enjoy each on their own. The bao was the only one I didn't really like mostly the bun part. It didn't taste like it was cooked all the way and was a bit gummy and there was not a lot of meat filling. Next was the lamb which was really tender and flavorful. The couscous was ok nothing special and not much seasoning to it. Then the beef cheek and mashed potatoes came out which was the star of the pintxos that we had. It was also very tender and the mash was also cooked perfectly. All of this was shared between the two of us and was very filling. The waiter let us know that some of the pinxtos could also be ordered in a full size if we wanted. We enjoyed sampling the pinxtos and would definitely recommend coming here to get a taste of local cuisine.

This was our introduction to the ultra-clean and simple flavors of basque cuisine, served with an…read morealmost impossible degree of finesse and precision with some of the freshest ingredients imaginable. We were pressed for time, but the beef cheek here fell apart in our mouths and was married with a perfect red wine sauce over pillowy smooth mashed potatoes, and the shrimp were unbelievably delicate and cooked perfectly, with just the right amount of gremolata to compliment but not overwhelm. Delicious.

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Atari Gastroteka
Atari Gastroteka
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La Viña - Tarta de queso

La Viña

4.4(144 reviews)
0.6 km
€€

La Viña is one of those rare places that completely lives up to the hype…read more I have heard about this cheesecake for years, and somehow it still exceeded expectations. It is hands down the best cheesecake I have ever had. The texture is unbelievably creamy, rich without being too heavy, and perfectly balanced. Simple, iconic, and unforgettable. If you are in San Sebastián, this is an absolute must. Some places become famous for a reason, and La Viña is definitely one of them.

I only had three days in the Basque Country, and somehow I found myself at La Viña every single…read moreday. I simply could not get enough of their famous Basque cheesecake. There are countless videos claiming it's the original and the best, and after trying it for myself, I completely understand why. It was so good that I came back two more times during my trip, bringing friends along who loved it just as much. They ended up returning with their own families afterward. The staff was incredibly friendly and welcoming, which made the experience even better. And while the cheesecake gets most of the attention, the rest of the food deserves just as much praise. The steak was honestly one of the best I've ever had. I visited two months ago, and I still find myself craving it today. The grilled prawns were also outstanding. Beyond the food, the atmosphere and overall experience at La Viña are fantastic. It's the kind of place that makes you want to linger and enjoy every moment. I would genuinely fly back to Spain just to eat here again. If you're visiting San Sebastián, this restaurant is an absolute must.

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Bar Néstor - Spanish Tortilla de Patata

Bar Néstor

4.7(159 reviews)
0.5 km
€€

If you come to San Sebastián and don't stop at Bar Néstor, you've skipped one of the city's great…read moreculinary rituals. This tiny, high‑energy bar in the Parte Vieja is famous for doing just a few things -- and doing them with absolute conviction. The lineup is legendary: the txuleta steak, the tomato salad, the Padrón peppers, and of course, the tortilla that sells out instantly. They make only two tortillas a day, and getting your name on the list feels like joining a local rite of passage. Here's the twist: although the tortilla is the most famous item, it actually wasn't our favorite version in the city. It's still fun to chase, still a cool story to tell, but the real stars of the meal were the steak -- charred, juicy, perfectly salted -- and the tomatoes, which taste like they've been engineered for maximum summer. They only make 2 tortillas a day, so you have to stand in line before they open to get a reservation for a slice. Inside, it's tiny, loud, and joyful. The staff runs the place with precision and a wink, and even when it's packed shoulder‑to‑shoulder, it feels like you're exactly where you're supposed to be. Come early, come hungry, and come ready for a meal that feels like a Basque rite of passage -- tortilla hype and all.

Bar Nestor is one of those Old Town legends that actually earns the legend. It's tiny, slammed, and…read morelaser-focused on a few things they do better than almost anyone: the once-or-twice-a-day tortilla (you put your name down before service and pray), the txuleta that comes out perfectly salted, tomatoes and padrón peppers in season, and a handful of small plates that remind you why Basque cooking is among the greatest in the world. Our favorite bite here wasn't even the gorgeous stuffed ravioli, it was a "noodle" dish where the noodles are actually spiralized squid. Silky ribbons of txipiron, barely kissed by heat so they stay tender, tossed with good olive oil, a little oniony sweetness, herbs, and a snowfall of grated cheese (Idiazabal-like in flavor). Simple, clean, and surprisingly creative at the same time. Exactly what Donostia gets right at its best. The room is a crush (in the best way), the team is friendly but no-nonsense, and the whole operation runs very predictably: show up early if you want tortilla; be ready to stand; order the classics and whatever seafood they're excited about that day.

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Bar Néstor - Fresh tomatoes with olive oil and salt

Fresh tomatoes with olive oil and salt

Bar Néstor - Outside Façade

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Casa Urola - Left: artichoke with pumpkin; right: mushroom and cheese tart

Casa Urola

4.3(49 reviews)
0.5 km
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A must-visit for made-to-order, highly seasonal pintxos while in San Sebastián. Casa Urola features…read morea downstairs primarily for pintxos enthusiasts (made-to-order and pre-made pintxos paired with txakoli) and an upstairs sit-down restaurant for a more elevated experience. Both were highly recommended to me, but given my very ambitious food itinerary for San Sebastián, I opted for just the made-to-order pintxos downstairs. I found Casa Urola lively and busy, but not claustrophobic the way some of the other famous spots in Old Town can be, which was a HUGE plus. Coming on the earlier side of the evening crawl, I was actually able to snag a seat after ordering based on staff recommendations: the mushroom tart, the pumpkin and artichoke, and of course txakoli. The made-to-order menu is offered in both English and Spanish, which was a huge plus for an English-speaking tourist like me. Both pintxos were fabulous, highly seasonal, and ended up being favorites of the entire evening's crawl. I ended up sharing a table with another solo traveler and it was so fun to compare orders and see what we each thought was best. My biggest regret is that I was honestly still too full from my lunch crawl to try more. I wish I had been able to squeeze in another visit before I left San Sebastián, but alas, I'll have to save it for next time!

A highlight of downtown Donostia. Casa Urola is a classic on Fermín Calbetón with a lively pintxo…read morebar at street level and a calm dining room upstairs. The kitchen (long led by chef Pablo Loureiro) leans into market-fresh Basque cooking: seafood and vegetables cooked simply and precisely, often kissed by the grill. Service is warm and polished and a cold glass of Txakolina feels made for this room, or standing just outside at a high top, as we did. Dish-wise, my runaway favorite was the artichoke hearts, charred and buttery, sitting in a golden, silky sauce with little shards of jamón and nutty crumbs. I could have eaten twenty. A seared scallop arrived in a light, foamy sauce, topped with a tangle of crisp seaweed and a few toasted seeds. Sweet, briny, and rich without being heavy. Don't miss the cheese-and-pine-nut tartlets: flaky pastry, caramelized onions, and molten Basque cheese (think Idiazabal vibes) scattered with pine nuts. Everything landed perfectly seasoned and balanced. We paired it all with Txakolina and left plotting a return just for those artichokes. Classic Basque cooking here with a faint French twist that left us wanting more - but of course, it was time to continue eating our way down the street.

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Casa Urola - Gildas on display.

Gildas on display.

Casa Urola - Left: artichoke with pumpkin; right: mushroom and cheese tart

Left: artichoke with pumpkin; right: mushroom and cheese tart

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La Cuchara de San Telmo - My favorite

La Cuchara de San Telmo

4.4(137 reviews)
0.7 km
€€

Believe all the 5-stars! Worth the 40min wait. We arrived early and they opened 15min late, all…read moreworthwhile. Staff, both front & back, were exceptional. No bad attitudes displayed considering the sheer volume of people & chaos. The four cooks churned out food like soldiers...major kudos to the young team. My only suggestion would be to redirect the line to the second door that leads to the outdoor dining. People didn't know to move forward b/c all the people waiting blocked the flow. I'd also get rid of the round tables outside and build a long skinny standing table. Favorite was the hake. I usually avoid seafood due to sensitivities but what the hey, a bite here & there on holiday won't kill, plus, if you're gonna risk it, this region is as good as it'll get for clean seafood. The scallop was my 2nd favorite. We didn't get the beef cheeks b/c we were going to have steaks later...wished we had, looked divine. If there's just 2of you, opt for the smallest so you can chomp on different pintxos.

As a warning, you should get here before they open and wait in line because if not, it's a mad…read morehouse. You can get in where you fit in. And just like all the pixtos bars here, seats are for larger portions or set menus and not pixtos. They are known for their suckling pig. Their skin is so crispy and their meat is nice and juicy. Beef cheek is also a must try! We also got the foie gras which was really good. Razor clams was also delicious. Octopus was also a hit, crispy with soft interior. Kids loved the entrecôte. Risotto was good, but wasn't my favorite. Octopus was nice and tender. We ended up going twice here, food is delicious! Service was excellent too, Alejandro always asked if we needed anything and super friendly with our kids too.

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La Cuchara de San Telmo
La Cuchara de San Telmo - Razor clams

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