Eating & Drinking your way through San Sebastian, Spain

Eating & Drinking your way through San Sebastian, Spain

I’m going to cover all of my favorite places to eat and drink in San Sebastian, Spain! About me and my travel style: I lived in San Sebastian from February-April, 2023. I restaurant and bar hopped my way through each neighborhood and am here to tell you my recommendations! If you’re the type of foodie that values atmosphere, presentation, and all-around vibes, then this is the guide for you! I’m all about budget with a side of splurge! What does that mean? Well, sometimes I spend more on a cocktail than the amount of food I’ve ordered. But other times, I order multiple pintxos (pronounced pinchos) and wait to buy a bottle of wine at the supermarket afterwards! Don’t let the colorful salad photo fool you, the majority of this guide focuses on pastries, meat, and cheese! I like to be out and about, and as a solo traveler, bars and restaurants provide a great place to people watch! I’ll include the places I frequented on my own, the spots me and my newfound friends hit, and where I took my guests who visited me for a more high-end experience! I’ll give you my perspective as a 27-year-old American from Atlanta, and I’ll share tid bits I heard along the way from others! About San Sebastian: You will not be disappointed with the amount of cafes, restaurants, and bars available at your fingertips! This town thrives on their cuisine and nightlife, so there’s something for everyone! Since the amount of options can be overwhelming, I’m here to share the highlights from my experience after some hits and some misses! I really tried to narrow down this list, so I capped it at 45 places. This guide includes where to go, for what meal, and in which neighborhood: - Breakfast - Lunch - Pintxos - Dinner - Dessert - Drinks
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Old Town/Parte Vieja

The center of the action! This quintessential, historic neighborhood is full of bars and restaurants. The narrow, cobblestone streets are packed with foot traffic giving life to the area. Here you will find hole in the wall pintxo bars, one after the other, that offer traditional cuisine. It’s impossible to visit them all! But try your best to hop around for an authentic experience. Parte Vieja is also home to the majority of night life in San Sebastian! Late-night bars and discotecas stand alongside beautiful churches and a former bullring. You won’t be disappointed by the offerings, there’s something for everyone!

Breakfast/Coffee

Oiartzun

Perfectly situated on a corner facing the back of City Hall and the main boulevard, this cafe was my go-to spot for coffee and pastries. Order at the counter or sit outside under the awning to admire the trees, feel the ocean breeze, and watch as tourists and locals alike meander through their day. My order was “Croissant de chocolate y un cafe solo”. Reasonably priced by my standards, I usually spent around 4 euros. 

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✈️ Slow Solo Traveler 🇺🇸 27-year-old Atlanta native 🪩 Budget with a Side of Splurge 🌍 Travel Inspiration, Tips, & Recommendations 💻 Marketing Professional 📚 Study Abroad & Language Exchange Alumni 🇪🇸 Former LaLiga International Marketing Intern 📍14 Countries & Counting, 2023 Stops: Northern Spain, Southern France, Amsterdam, Paris
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