{"id":16268,"date":"2018-03-09T09:15:04","date_gmt":"2018-03-09T09:15:04","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/devoursansebastianfoodtours.com\/?p=900"},"modified":"2024-08-07T23:18:22","modified_gmt":"2024-08-07T23:18:22","slug":"bars-in-san-sebastian","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/devourtours.com\/blog\/bars-in-san-sebastian\/","title":{"rendered":"Our Top 10 Favorite Bars in San Sebastian"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Pintxos aren&#8217;t just food in San Sebastian\u2014they&#8217;re a way of life. As such an important local tradition, it makes sense that you&#8217;ll only want to eat the very best <a href=\"\/blog\/pintxos-in-san-sebastian\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">pintxos<\/a> on your crawl.<\/p>\r\n<p>But with so many bars to choose from, finding the very best can be overwhelming. That&#8217;s why we put together this list of the<strong> top 10 bars in San Sebastian<\/strong> so you can be sure you&#8217;re eating only the best of the best. In no particular order, here they are!<\/p>\r\n<figure id=\"attachment_1624\" class=\"thumbnail wp-caption alignnone\" style=\"width: 655px\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-responsive\" class=\"wp-image-1624\" src=\"https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/1-IMG_1699-1.jpg\" alt=\"best pintxo bars in San Sebastian\" width=\"645\" height=\"430\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/1-IMG_1699-1.jpg 540w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/1-IMG_1699-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/1-IMG_1699-1-330x220.jpg 330w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 645px) 100vw, 645px\" \/><figcaption class=\"caption wp-caption-text\">So many pintxos, so little time.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":903,\"align\":\"center\"} -->\r\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\r\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_69_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">What's Included<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-67685e5ca74fc\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #1fc2de;color:#1fc2de\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #1fc2de;color:#1fc2de\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-67685e5ca74fc\"  aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/devourtours.com\/blog\/bars-in-san-sebastian\/#A_Fuego_Negro\" title=\"A Fuego Negro\">A Fuego Negro<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/devourtours.com\/blog\/bars-in-san-sebastian\/#Bar_Zeruko\" title=\"Bar Zeruko\">Bar Zeruko<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/devourtours.com\/blog\/bars-in-san-sebastian\/#Bar_La_Cepa\" title=\"Bar La Cepa\">Bar La Cepa<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/devourtours.com\/blog\/bars-in-san-sebastian\/#La_Cuchara_de_San_Telmo\" title=\"La Cuchara de San Telmo\">La Cuchara de San Telmo<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/devourtours.com\/blog\/bars-in-san-sebastian\/#Atari_Gastroteka\" title=\"Atari Gastroteka\">Atari Gastroteka<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/devourtours.com\/blog\/bars-in-san-sebastian\/#Goiz_Argi\" title=\"Goiz Argi\">Goiz Argi<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/devourtours.com\/blog\/bars-in-san-sebastian\/#Ganbara\" title=\"Ganbara\">Ganbara<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/devourtours.com\/blog\/bars-in-san-sebastian\/#Bar_Sport\" title=\"Bar Sport\">Bar Sport<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/devourtours.com\/blog\/bars-in-san-sebastian\/#Bar_La_Espiga\" title=\"Bar La Espiga\">Bar La Espiga<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/devourtours.com\/blog\/bars-in-san-sebastian\/#La_Mejillonera\" title=\"La Mejillonera\">La Mejillonera<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"aligncenter\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"A_Fuego_Negro\"><\/span>A Fuego Negro<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>Long touted as one of the best pintxos bars in San Sebastian for good reason, it&#8217;s no surprise why <a href=\"http:\/\/www.afuegonegro.com\/?lang=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">A Fuego Negro<\/a> makes our list. From its contemporary decor to its experimental menu, this is a pintxos bar for the new generation. In addition to some seriously fabulous pintxos, they also offer a spectacular wine list. And if you&#8217;re looking for something a bit more upscale, try their tasting menu.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p><em><strong>Address<\/strong><\/em>:\u00a0<em>31 de Agosto Kalea, 31<\/em><\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":901,\"align\":\"center\",\"className\":\"size-full wp-image-901\"} -->\r\n<div class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-image-901\">\r\n<figure class=\"img-responsive\" class=\"aligncenter\">\r\n<figure id=\"attachment_901\" class=\"thumbnail wp-caption alignnone\" style=\"width: 682px\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-responsive\" class=\"wp-image-901\" src=\"https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/jamon-bread-pintxos-SS-Credit-Shane-Fallon-insta-40sfeatsinsf-60.jpg\" alt=\"With its tasty modern pintxos, A Fuego Negro is one of our favorite bars in San Sebastian. \" width=\"672\" height=\"447\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/jamon-bread-pintxos-SS-Credit-Shane-Fallon-insta-40sfeatsinsf-60.jpg 600w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/jamon-bread-pintxos-SS-Credit-Shane-Fallon-insta-40sfeatsinsf-60-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/jamon-bread-pintxos-SS-Credit-Shane-Fallon-insta-40sfeatsinsf-60-330x220.jpg 330w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 672px) 100vw, 672px\" \/><figcaption class=\"caption wp-caption-text\">Tasty jam\u00f3n pintxos line the bar at A Fuego Negro. Photo credit: Shane Fallon<\/figcaption><\/figure>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:heading -->\r\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bar_Zeruko\"><\/span>Bar Zeruko<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>Another local favorite with well-deserved renown, Bar Zeruko takes their innovative pintxos to the next level. Their pintxos are true artistic and culinary masterpieces, so well-crafted that they&#8217;re almost too pretty to eat (but they&#8217;re also too delicious\u00a0<em>not\u00a0<\/em>to eat!). Despite the young and hip vibe in addition to the creative menu, though, it remains true to the heart of traditional Basque cooking and flavors.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p><strong><em>Address:\u00a0<\/em><\/strong><em>Arrandegi\u00a0Kalea, 10<\/em><\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":878,\"align\":\"center\",\"className\":\"size-full wp-image-878\"} -->\r\n<div class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-image-878\">\r\n<figure class=\"img-responsive\" class=\"aligncenter\">\r\n<figure id=\"attachment_878\" class=\"thumbnail wp-caption alignnone\" style=\"width: 693px\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-responsive\" class=\"wp-image-878\" src=\"https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/IMG_1712-1.jpg\" alt=\"Bar Zeruko is one of our favorite pintxos bars in San Sebastian. We love their creative dishes!\" width=\"683\" height=\"455\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/IMG_1712-1.jpg 600w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/IMG_1712-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/IMG_1712-1-330x220.jpg 330w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><figcaption class=\"caption wp-caption-text\">One of Bar Zeruko&#8217;s most innovative pintxos: bacalao (salt cod) cooked before your eyes on a mini grill!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:heading -->\r\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bar_La_Cepa\"><\/span>Bar La Cepa<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>If more traditional pintxos are what you&#8217;re after, <a href=\"http:\/\/www.barlacepa.com\/en\/home-2\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Bar La Cepa<\/a> is the place for you. This place hasn&#8217;t changed much in the 70 years it&#8217;s been open, but that doesn&#8217;t mean it&#8217;s stuffy and old. It holds true to its traditional roots while adapting to the modern pace and culture of the city. A no-frills, simple atmosphere staffed by friendly servers and bartenders will make you feel at home, and the food helps cement its place as one of the best bars in San Sebastian.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p><em><strong>Address<\/strong><\/em>:\u00a0<em>31 de Agosto Kalea, 7<\/em><\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:heading -->\r\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"La_Cuchara_de_San_Telmo\"><\/span>La Cuchara de San Telmo<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>Yes, we know, La Cuchara de San Telmo gets a mention in just about all the guidebooks nowadays. However, that doesn&#8217;t mean it&#8217;s all touristy! Locals and visitors alike love this bar in the <a href=\"\/blog\/where-to-eat-in-san-sebastians-old-town\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Old Town<\/a> for their fabulous, cooked-to-order pintxos as well as its hip and trendy atmosphere. You won&#8217;t see any pintxos on the bar here\u2014look at the <a href=\"\/blog\/eat-like-local-in-san-sebastian\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">chalkboard<\/a> and order from there.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p><em><strong>Address:<\/strong>\u00a031 de Agosto Kalea, 28<\/em><\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":875,\"align\":\"center\",\"className\":\"size-full wp-image-875\"} -->\r\n<div class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-image-875\">\r\n<figure class=\"img-responsive\" class=\"aligncenter\">\r\n<figure id=\"attachment_875\" class=\"thumbnail wp-caption alignnone\" style=\"width: 1010px\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-responsive\" class=\"wp-image-875\" src=\"https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/DSC03370-1.jpg\" alt=\"La Cuchara de San Telmo is one of the most popular bars in San Sebastian for good reason. \" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/DSC03370-1.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/DSC03370-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/DSC03370-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/DSC03370-1-330x220.jpg 330w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"caption wp-caption-text\">Never thought you would enjoy beef cheeks? The carrillera at La Cuchara de San Telmo will change your mind!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:heading -->\r\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Atari_Gastroteka\"><\/span>Atari Gastroteka<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>Traditional flavors take on modern twists at <a href=\"https:\/\/atarigastroleku.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Atari Gastroteka<\/a>, one of the most happening bars in San Sebastian. Its low-key, unpretentious vibe make it a popular meeting point for local friends. Both their hot and cold pintxos are excellent, but if you can&#8217;t decide, their\u00a0<em>pulpo\u00a0<\/em>(octopus) is one of the best items on the menu. It gets pretty packed here, so don&#8217;t be surprised to see the crowd spilling out of the bar and onto the steps of the church next door!<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p><em><strong>Address<\/strong><\/em>:<em>\u00a0Calle Mayor, 18<\/em><\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":902,\"align\":\"center\",\"className\":\"size-full wp-image-902\"} -->\r\n<div class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-image-902\">\r\n<figure class=\"img-responsive\" class=\"aligncenter\">\r\n<figure id=\"attachment_902\" class=\"thumbnail wp-caption alignnone\" style=\"width: 685px\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-responsive\" class=\"wp-image-902\" src=\"https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/pulpo-5.jpg\" alt=\"The pulpo at Atari Gastroteka makes it one of our all-time favorite bars in San Sebastian!\" width=\"675\" height=\"450\" \/><figcaption class=\"caption wp-caption-text\">We can&#8217;t get enough of this incredible pulpo!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:heading -->\r\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Goiz_Argi\"><\/span>Goiz Argi<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>Get to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/pages\/Bar-Goiz-Argi\/177054849089118\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Goiz Argi<\/a> early if you want to grab a seat (or even squeeze in to stand). Like clockwork, it fills up every evening with locals and visitors eager to try their famous\u00a0<em>brochetas de gambas\u00a0<\/em>(shrimp skewers). It sounds simple, but no place has perfected it quite like Goiz Argi! However, anything you order will be incredibly delicious, and the fantastic food makes it one of our favorite bars in San Sebastian<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p><em><strong>Address<\/strong><\/em>:\u00a0<em>Fermin Calbeton Kalea, 4<\/em><\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":880,\"align\":\"center\",\"className\":\"size-full wp-image-880\"} -->\r\n<div class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-image-880\">\r\n<figure class=\"img-responsive\" class=\"aligncenter\">\r\n<figure id=\"attachment_880\" class=\"thumbnail wp-caption alignnone\" style=\"width: 730px\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-responsive\" class=\"wp-image-880\" src=\"https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/IMG_9434-1.jpg\" alt=\"Goiz Argi is one of our favorite bars in San Sebastian for many reasons, but their fabulous shrimp skewers are definitely one of them. \" width=\"720\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/IMG_9434-1.jpg 600w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/IMG_9434-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/IMG_9434-1-330x220.jpg 330w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" \/><figcaption class=\"caption wp-caption-text\">Perfectly grilled brochetas de gambas at Goiz Argi.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:heading -->\r\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ganbara\"><\/span>Ganbara<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>More than 25 years ago, locals Jos\u00e9 and Amaia opened <a href=\"http:\/\/www.ganbarajatetxea.com\/presentation\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Ganbara<\/a> with a vision of creating delicious pintxos from fresh, local ingredients. Decades later, they still hold true to that mission. Ganbara is one of our favorite bars in San Sebastian for this commitment to quality as well as their friendly service that will make you feel at home. They also offer a delicious and wide range of <a href=\"\/blog\/vegetarian-tapas-in-san-sebastian\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">meat-free tapas<\/a>, perfect for <a href=\"\/blog\/vegetarian-guide-to-san-sebastian\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">vegetarians<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p><em><strong>Address<\/strong><\/em>:\u00a0<em>San Jeronimo Kalea, 19<\/em><\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:heading -->\r\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bar_Sport\"><\/span>Bar Sport<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>If you&#8217;re not much of a sports person, don&#8217;t let <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/BarSportDonostia\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Bar Sport<\/a>&#8216;s name throw you off. While its true that its moniker comes from its popularity as a spot for locals to catch the game, you&#8217;ll want to stick around for the fabulous pintxos. Their pintxos are beautifully assembled using simple ingredients. Throw in a casual, vibrant local vibe and you&#8217;ve got one of the most authentic bars in San Sebastian.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p><em><strong>Address<\/strong><\/em>:\u00a0<em>Fermin Calbeton Kalea, 10<\/em><\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":832,\"align\":\"center\",\"className\":\"size-full wp-image-832\"} -->\r\n<div class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-image-832\">\r\n<figure class=\"img-responsive\" class=\"aligncenter\">\r\n<figure id=\"attachment_832\" class=\"thumbnail wp-caption alignnone\" style=\"width: 723px\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-responsive\" class=\"wp-image-832\" src=\"https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/DSC03402-1.jpg\" alt=\"Bar Sport is one of our favorite traditional pintxos bars in San Sebastian.\" width=\"713\" height=\"475\" \/><figcaption class=\"caption wp-caption-text\">It&#8217;s not as fancy, but sometimes a classic pintxos bars is all you need.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:heading -->\r\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bar_La_Espiga\"><\/span>Bar La Espiga<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>Although it&#8217;s a little ways away from the Old Town, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/LaEspigaBar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Bar La Espiga<\/a> is worth the trip for the anchovies alone. (Not an anchovy fan? You will be after eating here.) This lovely little traditional bar near La Concha Beach is bursting with local atmosphere and flavor.\u00a0They&#8217;re best known for their seafood, but you can&#8217;t go wrong with any of their fabulous pintxos.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p><em><strong>Address<\/strong><\/em>:\u00a0<em>San Martzial Kalea, 48<\/em><\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:heading -->\r\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"La_Mejillonera\"><\/span>La Mejillonera<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>Another one of the best bars in San Sebastian for seafood, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tripadvisor.com\/Restaurant_Review-g187457-d2399593-Reviews-La_Mejillonera-San_Sebastian_Donostia_Province_of_Guipuzcoa_Basque_Country.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">La Mejillonera<\/a> is where you&#8217;ll find the best mussels in the city. Try the\u00a0<em>tigres<\/em> (&#8220;tiger mussels&#8221;) with spicy red sauce for an explosion of delicious flavor unlike anything you&#8217;ve ever tasted. 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