San Sebastian is synonymous with top quality food—so much so that it’s even considered the world’s best city for foodies. It boasts nearly a dozen Michelin-starred restaurants, a thriving pintxos bar scene, and beautiful local markets filled with fresh seafood, local meats, and seasonal vegetables. And that’s not to mention the excellent local wines and […]
Food and Drink in San Sebastian
The Best Restaurants in San Sebastian Without A Michelin Star
The best restaurants in San Sebastian have everything from Michelin-starred elegance to century-old rustic charm. Given the huge number of Michelin-star restaurants in San Sebastian, you can’t beat this city when it comes to quality. But the amazing thing about San Sebastian is the fact that you don’t need to shell out hundreds of euros […]
Where to Eat in San Sebastian: A Foodie Guide
When you’re in San Sebastian—widely considered Europe’s best foodie city—the question of where to eat becomes even more important. San Sebastian is a verified culinary wonderland. Here, rustic, age-old pintxos bars stand side by side with modern, experimental gastro hubs. And both of the above are sure to use fresh, locally sourced seasonal ingredients to […]
Our Favorite Spots for Brunch in San Sebastian
We all know that San Sebastian is an absolute foodie paradise, but what about when it comes to brunch? The answer is a resounding yes! San Sebastian is home to some of the best food in the world, and that still rings true with the rising brunch trend. Though brunch is not exactly an age-old […]
Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth with the Best Churros in San Sebastian
This blog post was originally posted on October 18, 2018 and was updated on October 6, 2020. You can’t leave San Sebastian—or Spain in general—without trying churros at least once. (We don’t make the rules.) But when you do head out in search of churros in San Sebastian, make sure you get the good stuff. Read […]
Local Gems: Supporting 20+ Small Businesses in San Sebastian
Despite the challenges faced during the pandemic, San Sebastian is on the road to recovery. While the city’s vibrant tourism industry took a hit in 2020, it’s now making strides to regain its former glory. Although the pandemic’s impact has lessened, many small businesses, especially in the Old Town, could still use your support and […]
Behind the Bite: The Iconic San Sebastian Cheesecake (+ Recipe)
This blog post was originally posted on November 13, 2019 and was updated on September 17, 2020. This post is part of our Behind the Bite series: deep dives into the dishes that we can’t stop thinking about. The beauty of the legendary San Sebastian cheesecake is its simplicity. It doesn’t even have a crust, unlike its […]
Where You Should Be Eating Paella (And More Spanish Rice Dishes) in San Sebastian
This blog post was originally posted on July 14, 2017 and was updated on September 9, 2020. Ask any group of visitors to Spain what they’re most excited to try and many people will say paella. We’re the first to admit that good paella is tricky to find outside its home region of Valencia. However, paella is […]
The Famous Basque Txuleta: Best Steak in San Sebastian
One of the cornerstones of Basque cuisine is the famous txuleta. We gathered up a list of the best places to try this famous local T-bone steak in San Sebastian. When traveling in Spain, many foodies have the world-famous Iberian ham and pork at the top of their list, and in the north of Spain […]
Dive Into a Shell Paradise: San Sebastian’s Top 7 Seafood Bites
Spain’s “Northern Pearl” hasn’t forgotten about its fishing-port origins, and neither have our taste buds! The cold Cantabrian Sea doesn’t just wash the shores of Playa de la Concha—it also provides the best seafood for the restaurants in San Sebastian. Trust us for a finger-licking experience and get ready for an unforgettable “port-to-table” moment. No […]