Some of the tastiest pintxos in Bilbao! They offer a great…read morevariety of classics, but each has a unique twist. I recommend the squid, crab gratin, and chorizo. The service was a bit of a mess lol people everywhere trying to get into the queue to order. However, the staff did their best and delivered everything as quickly as possible. I recommend going at off-peak hours... Unless you want to experience ordering like the locals XD

One of the most renowned Pintxo houses in Bilboa. Famous for their truffle and spider crab…read moreversions. Both verified delicious. Had a small beer code named "Zurito" and a small vermouth code named "marianito" The play is to order the best pintxo and a small drink and move on. Thus the service is scaled that way. They were helpful and quick. Ambience? You stand on street with 80 other people. Go with the program and drink it in

Good food, great waiter. Very friendly which can be hard to find. Basque steak is good, different…read morecut than you are accustomed to in the US. Menu says filet mignon, but it is not tender like I'm used to, but good flavor. Nice quiet street and pleasant outdoor dining.

Will be back!! Very friendly & accommodative. Fantastic food & drink selection. Must visit!!read more

Great wine selection and delicious pintxos. Beautiful ambience and friendly service, too. Love it.read more

Great food, great ambience and great prices highly recommended if you're in Bilbao Spainread more

Been here many times, our go-to spot for pintxos. Food is always fresh and interesting. Nice…read moreneighborhood ambiance, looking out on a beautiful fountain. Relax and enjoy!

Another spot, another cerveza and another pinxtos. Indautxu'ko Batzokia is on a short dead-end…read morestreet. Not much for windows on the outside though they do have shaded tables outside. Inside, it's a little dark and that makes for a nice pub feel. I was here for about an hour with two beers and a pinxtos while I caught up on the Internet with their free wifi. Cold Amstel and something on bread with shredded cheese and a slice of iberico. Tasty beer and tasty bite. Service was great and they had no problem with me taking up a table for an hour.

Very close to the San Mamés sports stadium "La Catedral"…read more You can get close to tasting a bite or a menu... Take note, the phone is.: +34 946.123.613

Walked in at 12:45 pm on a Sat. & were seated after agreeing to free our table by 2:45 pm, as the…read morerestaurant was sold out. Had great service & was very please by this Basco-Asian fusion food! Great experience!

One of those incredible dining experiences that leaves you with a glow…read more We were lucky to get a seat without reservations, right next to a window looking into the kitchen, so we got to watch the work behind the magic. After a couple minutes of struggle, the wait staff printed a copy of the menu in English for us. It ended up just being a road map, because we chose the 6 course chef's menu, and we were so glad we did. From the miso/jamon shooter as an appetitive, through starters like cuttlefish salad and marinated mackerel, ending in incredible main courses like a sou vide cod on cauliflower purée or the pork shoulder.... Each course was better than the last. Only two negatives... The dessert was a bit of a miss. A lemon meringue, the custard was to tart, and the almond cookie crust too salty. Also, the pace of dining was a bit rushed, and not the leisurely experience we've come to love about Spain. But those both were small complaints next to the wonderful dinner and incredible service. If you're in Bilbao, you must try this place.

This place is super popular. Lunch service starts a bit later, I think at 1:00? So make sure to get…read morehere right on the dot since this place fills up quickly. They have a set menu with Basque cuisine which runs about 20 Euros or so for lunch. If you want to add a half bottle of wine (per person!!!) it's only 4 Euros. Great for a boozy lunch. I ordered the squid ink croquettes and they were delicious! Crispy on the outside with a side of aioli. Markina reminds me of the old school restaurants in SF close to Union Square. There is counter service, tables along the sides and in the middle. There's also a seating area downstairs by the restrooms for larger groups. It's bustling, lots of locals, efficient and fast service. Would totally come here again.

We came to Markina for a family dinner and enjoyed one of our best meals in Bilbao. The menu…read morecelebrates classic Basque cuisine, and the quality of the ingredients really shines through. We shared the Cantabrian anchovies, grilled scallop, heirloom tomato salad, grilled red prawns, baby squid in its own ink, grilled whole fish with potatoes, and the Basque chuleton. Every savory dish was excellent. The heirloom tomato salad was incredibly fresh, sweet, and juicy, showing just how good simple ingredients can be. The grilled scallop was tender and flavorful, served in its shell with a rich buttery sauce. The baby squid in its own ink was rich without being overwhelming, the grilled fish was moist and perfectly cooked, and the chuleton was everything you'd expect from a great Basque steak, beautifully cooked and full of flavor. The gambas were also wonderfully fresh and sweet. We finished with the Basque cheesecake and torrija, both of which made for a satisfying end to the meal. The atmosphere is relaxed and comfortable, making it a lovely place for a family dinner. The only downside was the service. It wasn't terrible, but it lacked attentiveness. We ordered a drink that never arrived, and no one seemed to notice until we followed it up ourselves. Small details like that kept the experience from matching the high standard of the food. Even so, Markina is a restaurant I'd gladly recommend. The kitchen clearly knows what it's's doing, and if you appreciate traditional Basque cooking made with quality ingredients, this place deserves a spot on your Bilbao itinerary.