La Cuchara de San Telmo

"This bar opposite the San Telmo museum is popular and lively, so be prepared for some good-natured elbowing along with the excellent, freshly prepared pintxos such as ox in grainy mustard or cod in beer tempura." Full review

"The bar with the densest crowds - attracted by new Basque cuisine - is La Cuchara de San Telmo (23), tucked slightly around the corner on Calle Santa Corda"

"The look is traditional, but the kitchen aspires to be avant-garde. Look for squid ink “risotto” made with orzo, foie gras with applesauce, and roasted pig’s ears." Full review

"This pintxo bar is down a nondescript alley and has a chalkboard with a brief but exciting list of dishes...continues to prepare food that looks straight off the menu of any fine dining restaurant" Full review