{"id":16493,"date":"2019-12-25T10:00:21","date_gmt":"2019-12-25T10:00:21","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/devoursansebastianfoodtours.com\/?p=2824"},"modified":"2019-12-25T10:00:21","modified_gmt":"2019-12-25T10:00:21","slug":"eating-alone-in-san-sebastian","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/dev.devourtours.com\/blog\/eating-alone-in-san-sebastian\/","title":{"rendered":"Solo Travel in the Basque Country: Tips for Eating Alone in San Sebastian"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Eating out alone is something that many of us may find uncomfortable\u2014no worries! San Sebastian is perfect for solo dining, and this capital of gastronomy definitely isn\u2019t the place to miss out on food.\u00a0<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

San Sebastian is a top destination for solo travelers<\/a>; there are plenty of things to do and explore and food is, without a doubt, one of them. There\u2019s no need to wonder whether you should or shouldn\u2019t head out solo dining. The answer is simple: of course you should! Our insider\u2019s guide for eating alone in San Sebastian will show you everything you need to know.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Start off with solo breakfast<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

To explore the city with good energy, a proper breakfast is needed. Sakona Coffee Roasters<\/a> is one of our all-time favorites: amazing coffee accompanied with a great variety of breakfast options in a beautiful setting, right next to the Urumea river.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Sakona doesn’t just brew excellent coffee\u2014their food also makes for a delicious (and photogenic!) breakfast spread. Photo credit: @ratamala<\/a> on Instagram<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Another great option for breakfast or brunch is Ambigu Estaci\u00f3n<\/a>. Located next to La Bretxa Market<\/a>, this is the perfect place to sip your morning coffee while observing the local vegetable and flower vendors setting up their stands. When you\u2019re done, stop by to buy some food souvenirs from the market.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

SEE ALSO<\/em><\/strong>: <\/em>Get Your Caffeine Fix: Where to Find the Best Coffee in San Sebastian<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Head out for pintxos<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

San Sebastian is one of the best places in Spain to eat alone.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why?\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Because txikiteo<\/em><\/a>, the local way of jumping from one bar to another and making new friends at each one, was practically created for solo travelers. Time to head out for pintxos!\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Head to the old part of town, which is famous for being home to many of the most emblematic pintxos bars. Try mushrooms or crab tartlet in Ganbara<\/a>, a pintxo of grilled beef sirloin in Gandarias<\/a> or vegetable tempura in Casa Urola<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Perks of solo dining: no need to share your pintxos with anyone else.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

If you want to step off the beaten path, try pintxos-touring in the Gros area where you\u2019ll find the best completo <\/a><\/em>pintxo<\/a> and several different versions of Spanish omelette in Bodega Donostiarra<\/a>. Yet another great neighborhood for eating pintxos is the Centro area<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Explore Basque desserts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Basques love their sweets that are prepared with love and care from the very first step. One of the must-try desserts in San Sebastian is the legendary burnt cheesecake<\/a> at La Vi\u00f1a<\/a>. This place is extremely popular and always crowded, which is why it\u2019s the perfect choice for a solo traveler\u2014the less space you occupy, the better.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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La Vi\u00f1a put Basque-style cheesecake on the map. <\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

When in search for something sweet with your afternoon coffee, hit one of the Loaf bakeries<\/a>. These bakers really know what they\u2019re doing, and you\u2019ll find options from traditional croissants to matcha green tea flavored brownies. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Try a Michelin star place<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

In San Sebastian, it\u2019s impossible to avoid the amazing food. To take your experience to the next level, book a table in one of the many Michelin-starred restaurants<\/a> in town. No need to worry about the fact that you\u2019re going alone\u2014in these places, the service is worth every star and the staff is used to solo diners. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The most legendary Michelin star restaurant in San Sebastian is Arzak<\/a>, the place that forms\u00a0 a big part of the city\u2019s identity. In Arzak, whether you eat with company or alone is completely secondary to the experience of taking an unforgettable deep dive into the art of Basque gastronomy.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Arzak has made a name for itself as one of the most iconic restaurants in San Sebastian. Photo credit: Krista<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Meet other solo travelers on a food tour<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Where eating alone is great, food is also a fantastic way to connect with other people. Taking a food tour at the beginning of your stay in San Sebastian is a fun way to get to know the local food culture and hidden gems\u2014and meet other foodies, too! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Whether your goal is to learn how to survive in the busy pintxos bars of the Old Town, or find the bars where the locals <\/strong>really<\/strong><\/em> eat in the Centro neighborhood, we have your back! Join us for a <\/strong>food tour<\/strong><\/a> and feed your curiosity.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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