San Sebastian (Donostia) travel guide - where to stay, what to do, and where to eat pintxos in San Sebastian, Gipuzkoa, Basque Country, Spain.
San Sebastian (Donostia) cooking is Basque: pintxos eaten at the bar, txangurro (spider crab), anchovies, wild mushrooms, tortilla de patatas, txuleta (grilled rib steak) and burnt Basque cheesecake. The Parte Vieja holds the classic bars along 31 de Agosto, Fermin Calbeton and Arrandegi streets; Gros, across the Urumea river, carries the modern ones; and the city is ringed by Michelin houses (Arzak, Akelarre, Amelia, Kokotxa) plus the cider houses of Astigarraga and the grills of Getaria.
Must-try dishes
Iconic dishes that define San Sebastian.
Top restaurants
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Restaurants by cuisine
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Modern Basque
Avant
Basque Cider
Basque Pintxos And Mushrooms
Basque Tortilla
Basque Wood Grill And Turbot
French
Mexican
Modern Basque Pintxos
Modern Creative Pintxos
Food tours & tastings in San Sebastian
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Street food
Local flavours at affordable prices.
La Vina burnt cheesecake to take away
Food markets
Where locals shop and graze.
Mercado de San Martin
Mercado de la Bretxa
Dining etiquette & tips
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Traditional Basque cooking leans on fish, pork, beef and cheese. Vegetarians can rely on tortilla de patatas, croquettes, mushroom and cheese pintxos; vegans have fewer choices at the bar and should use a restaurant. Request gluten-free (sin gluten) and allergy information in Spanish when ordering. Kokotxa offers no vegetarian or vegan menu, and La Cuchara de San Telmo is a poor choice for vegetarians.
Food budget guide
What to expect at different price points.
| Level | Price | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Budget | $5-15/meal | Street food, local eateries, and simple restaurants. |
| Mid-range | $15-40/meal | Sit-down restaurants with good service and varied menus. |
| Upscale | $40+/meal | Fine dining, international cuisine, and premium experiences. |