A perfect spot for small plates and a cool wine! We arrived…read moreas the opened and got sat with no reservation. They did pack out about 45 min later so I would recommend making a reservation. The staff was kind and helpful on recommendations. She even brought out two of their wines for me to try and decide between. We had the olives, tuna belly (in season) and steak tartare. All were perfect. The olives went well with our wine and the tuna belly was flavorful and juicy. The steak tartare was a highlight. Perfect consistency and topped with a runny egg, as it should be. I would love to visit their Australia location someday.

They open at 7:30 pm on the dot, I would recommend getting there right when they open if you don't…read morehave a reservation. From start to finish our meal was exceptional, quite possibly the best meal we had during our three nights in San Sebastián! The veggie salad was so fresh and tasty, the drinks were exquisite and we finished off with the meat tagliatelle which was unreallllll! Would definitely go back if I ever find myself in this part of the world again!

Seriously think there is only one place where Star Wars decorations, 80s American rock, and two…read moreMichelin stars come together for a truly sublime dining experience. But behind the secret door in the lobby of Hotel Maria Cristina in San Sebastian, such a world exists. A stone's throw from the sea, the offerings lean heavily into seafood though the creations were as likely to have come from the seas surrounding Japan as Spain given how much Japanese cuisine and ingredients permeate the menu. I know about these origins because each chef and waiter presenting dishes and drinks shared details in confident yet non-condescending terms. They even had time to accommodate our questions about which dish was the most challenging to make. Chef Paulo Airaudo stopped by our table twice for unhurried chats that were as casual as the food and presentation were not. He explained with a shrug that the Star Wars kitsch was just something he liked. There was a Banksy replica or two mixed in as well (at least one original was at home apparently). That 80s heavy soundtrack, spiced with some James Brown and even one Pavarotti opera classic, is accessible from a code to scan on the card provided at the end of the meal with each a short description of each course. But the food and drinks. We each had a different glass of champagne to start knowing the full wine pairings option was beyond our means. Never knew a pinot noire champagne existed but glad I've now tasted it at least that one time. The starters were delicate with the French green beans and king crab rocking in a way that doesn't seem possible. The Kama-toro and Palamos red prawn was superb but the langoustine, foie gras and champagne was out of this world. Have no idea what they did to it but perhaps some flame applied to the foie gras meant it held together with a roasted taste that was like nothing I'd tasted before. The lobster, pumpkin and sansho pepper...honestly the photo of the "evening's culinary journey" gives the shorthand on all of it as it was all just amazing. First time in a Michelin stars restaurant and may be the only time. But if you are one who aspires to be rich in experiences rather than rich in things, a dinner at Amelia is truly an experience that will make you wealthy in life if less so in your wallet.

This restaurant deserves 3 Michelin stars. The food is superb, the staff are amazing people, and…read morethe decor fits the expectations. The presentation was immaculate, usually I care more about the taste but the simplicity and thoughtfulness of each plate made me pause and appreciate the presentation. Each dish was the right temperature, tasted amazing and left me wanting a bit more, but the next dish would come and I'd want more of that and the next...until I was completely stuffed. The pacing was nice ans steady, not leaving too much time to be bored and not too little time to feel like the last bite hasn't gone down. I enjoyed every aspect of this experience- and loved that they offered for us to meet the kitchen staff as well!

The food, the view, and the service were all wonderful. We also really appreciated that they were…read moreflexible. One of us is a vegetarian and the other is lactose intolerant. We got one Vegetarian Menu and one Degustacion Menu without lactose. When you make the reservation, they ask about allergies and children so that they can tailor your meal to your needs. Our server was a lovely woman (Olatz) who was friendly and knowledgeable. She did a very nice job describing each dish without being obnoxious or pretentious. She paid attention so that she wasn't rushing us through the courses with a very nice pacing. She was attentive without being intrusive. We did not get the wine pairing but ordered individual glasses of wine which were 7 EUR each, water was 4 EUR and espresso at the end of the meal was 3 EUR. The food was wonderful with great flavors, combinations, and creativity.

Amazing 5-star experience all around: the view, the food, and the service! Great value among the…read moreMichelin options, but clear winner for the view. Ecstatic with our choice; highly recommended. View: 15 minutes drive from downtown. Online photos showed nice night and day views, but we chose lunch to maximize visibility. Smart choice: One of our best dining views to date. We sat in front of the panoramic windows and were treated to spectacular views of San Sebastián city, beaches and mountains. TIP: earlier lunch seating probably gives best views. Food: There were 2 tasting menus: we chose the 10-course "de la casa" (house) menu. Food was varied and beautifully presented. We loved the lamb rump mosaic, green apple and cider, live clam rice, and "interludio". Other dishes were good, but not at the same level. We were also treated to an extra dessert course and coffee/baileys shot - a great way to end the meal. We felt the wine pairing was pricey, so opted for a recommended bottle of Albariño which complemented most of the courses, a glass of red rioja for the meats, and a muscatel for dessert. Didn't feel like a compromise. Service: Wonderful staff especially Xabier and Jonathan who took care of us. Service was laid back, sometimes slow, but always warm and friendly. We took over 3 hours for the entire meal, but loved the whole experience.

We really enjoyed A Fuego Negro. We ended up going twice…read more Their menu is very interesting. Definitely try the vermouth. The fried chicken was very good! The chicken lollipop with chicken foot was delicious. I really enjoyed the olives filled with vermouth gel but my wife did not. The meat brownie was also incredible! The Kobe slider is fantastic. The squid ink donuts were delicious as well. Very earthy and brined. I can't wait to go back to SS to give AFN another try!

A Fuego Negro did not disappoint! Their Michelin Star is well deserved. It's located deep in the…read morebustling Old Town. Not very easy to find, but well worth the search. Inside the restaurant there is a bar counter with prepared pintxos layed out. We were there for the famous Kobe beef sliders and the potato chip fried chicken. Wow, they were amazing! Both selections were seasoned to perfection and the chicken was finger licking good too! I hope to return one day and definitely go for the Kobe beef slider. It was that good. The staff is accommodating and the service is excellent. Don't miss this place if you're in San Sebastian. It's well worth the search to find it to sample their delicious food. Yummy!

Our wonderful tour guide made us reservation at this restaurant. It was in a different part of town…read morethat we had not seen. We arrived and they had a table reserved for us. It was neat next to us was a young guy from Boston. Then after he left a family from Canada. It's always fun talking to others. My husband and our friends husband had the steak and fries. My girlfriend and I had the monkfish and shrimp on a skewer. We shared salads and we had a couple of desserts. Cheesecake, and puff pastry. Of course we got a bottle of red wine. One they said was good and it was. This place is small, but pretty efficient.

Great evening! Our food and house red wine were fabulous! What a find. Neighborhood tapas bar…read morewith stellar food items. I f you visit San Sebastian, you need to come here. Fun, low cost evening. Service was excellent with a full house. Croquets were best I've tasted in Spain. Locals & tourists alike flock here so make a reservation.

Great Mussels, Big Portions Only Downside: you have to wait…read morequite a while until you get your Table... Especially bigger groups! We (6 people) went there 3 times and the fastest we got our table was 30mins, the longest we had to wait, was almost 1 1/2 hours :/ Anyways still worth a visit!

Wow! This place is so nice, all I want is to go back for more! They only have 3 choices; Mussels,…read moreGamba's or Sardines. We had the Mussels and they were AMAZING! The portions are huge amd that's a good thing because it is so nice. Don't expect a fancy dining experience, everybody is packed together on long Picnic table which I think makes it even nicer!

Perfect spot for shellfish lovers! Gorgeous seafood platters - fresh shrimps, oysters,…read morelangoustines, claims, bouchons, sea snails. Highly recommend stopping by here for dinner in this beautiful town.

From the owner: Ouvert sur la mer Ouvert en 2010 en bordure de plage sur la Côté basque, le restaurant Jean des…read moreSables offre l'occasion de déjeuner ou dîner dans un cadre unique. Ici, le décor se fond et s'adapte au paysage. Couleur sable, grandes baies vitrées, mobilier sobre et élégant mettent en valeur la vue exceptionnelle du lieu. Côté cuisine, les chefs Jean Cousseau (chef étoilé du Relais de la Poste à Magesq) et Patrice Lubet font la part belle aux produits de la mer.