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Grafit
Urrutia, 1
Bilbao, Vizcaya (Bizkaia) 48010
Telephone Number : +34 94 443 93 93
The Café Rock Grafit is an enjoyable place to unwind and loosen up after a long hard day’s work. In the confines of the café, you may choose where to hang out, from their bars, stages, and other areas. Here you can make conversation with friends and enjoy a drink or two. There’s also a billiard room and other rooms for social gatherings. The café can also accommodate private parties or shows. It has also a large room for cultural events, with a seating capacity of 60, and equipped with a megaphone, video, projectors and an ISDN line. Meetings can be held there, with lunch (canapés and drinks), if desired.
Have you ever tasted coffee mixed with a small amount of wine? If not, then this one is the place to try it. This café is known for Bombon, Negri (which has a little squirt of coffee liqueur in it), Tropical (with banana liqueur) and Ketaman (with a splash of cinnamon liqueur). The Grafit operates as a breakfast café but there are also a wide range of canapés, croquettes and sandwiches, all made fresh and sumptuous. Open Hours: Sunday to Wednesday from 8.30 am to 11 pm; Thursday to Saturday from 8:30 am to 3 am the next morning.
La Taberna de los Mundos
Calle Simón Bolívar,17 Bilbao
Telephone Number: 441 35 23
La Taberna de los Mundos is an eating place that is frequented by many locals and tourists. It is a restaurant that is full of activity, and its kitchen very much displays a busy environment. The busiest time is during lunch, when everyone’s spirit is high and all of them want their tummies to be filled with unique eats. It is during lunchtime when you can hardly make reservations, especially during the weekend.
The restaurant serves culinary influences from all over the world and you will be surprised by the imaginative dishes listed on the menu like endives stuffed with monkfish, prawns and country-style omelette with cod.
Aside from the delicious dishes that they serve, the management also organizes regular exhibitions of travel photography (to complement the exotic artifacts decorating the mahogany dining room walls) and other cultural activities.
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Vegetariano
From the name itself, you can already tell the nature of this restaurant. Vegetariano is a vegetarian restaurant that exudes a classy ambience. One of their in-demand specialties is the eggplant dish prepared in Swiss style. It is a restaurant on two floors uniformly decorated in green, white and yellow. Impressive stained-glass lamps emanate light to the whole area, and soft music gives the customers a relaxed feeling.
As it is a restaurant that promotes health and clean living, no alcohol is served. Instead they serve just water and juices. Needless to say, there is no bar. The patrons of this restaurant are people from all walks of life, from the young to the very old, including lots of foreigners. On the whole, no reservations are taken, except for large group dining.
El Garibolo
El Garibolo is a vegetarian restaurant so expect many a variety of delectable vegetable dishes. Just like with the Vegetariano Restaurant, the stuffed aubergines or eggplant is a highly recommended specialty, including the artichoke fritters with pine nuts. El Garibolo is especially proud of their desserts that are also prepared with the finest natural ingredients. Wholemeal desserts incorporate every type of fruit such as apple, pineapple, kiwi, among others. Aside from being a very comfortable place, the El Garibo Restaurant is like an art gallery, with paintings by local artists hanging on the walls. It is a much loved place of the young, of those in the liberal professions, people related to the theatre and arts. There is a bohemian atmosphere to the place, complete with uncomplicated and nutritious cooking.
During the first days of the week, the menu costs 7 euros. During weekends, there is a special menu for the day that costs around 16 euros. There are no reservations taken during the week. Reservations are only accepted on weekends. There is also a takeaway service available.
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La Cuchara
Telephone Number: +34 944 76 15 59
La Cuchara, which literally means “the spoon,” is a newly opened establishment in the Deusto district, just in the neighborhood of the Palacio Euskalduna. The restaurant sports a modern yet simple interior design. There is plenty of light here, and this is accentuated by the light tones that have been chosen, combined with the hardwoods. The dining room has a hassle-free and casual ambiance in which to enjoy the time-honored Basque dishes prepared with a touch of contemporary cookery.
La Cuchara is famous for its seafood treats like the roasted cod, angler fish, and steamed Norway lobster. The braised ‘Loin of Lamb’ sprinkled with melon and red wine is also an unforgettable dish worth trying. There is a regular menu that can get you to spend around 24 euros, and to eat á la carte costs in the range of 33 euros.
Deustoarrak Restaurant
Deustoarrak Restaurant Is to be found in the district of Deusto, one of Bilbao's most popular districts. This eating place is frequented not only by locals, but including the tourists as well. The culinary specialties that this restaurant offers are simply and authentically Basque in character. Among the favorite treats of this restaurant are the Barbecued Fresh Fish and the Grilled Ribs dipped in sauce made of the finest Basque spices. Deustoarrak Restaurant is also famous for its light meals ('raciones' - larger portions than 'tapas') it serves at the bar. In this restaurant, be prepared to spend around 30 euros which is just reasonable for the magnificent culinary delights and size of servings.
In Deustoarrak Restaurant, not only will you enjoy the delicious food, but also the tranquil ambience that encapsulates the whole premise. Hardwood is the principal element in the decor of the establishment. The wooden beams and pictures on the walls lend an exceptional charisma to this place. This restaurant is an ideal location for business lunches or farewell dinners or any other special event for that matter.
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For other restaurants that serve local traditional cuisine, here is a short list where you can head on for your next eating time!
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Amboto Restaurant
Remark: Traditional Basque gastronomy in Casco Viejo
Telephone Number : +34 944 15 61 48
Amboto Bigarrena Restaurant
Remark : Classic and elegant restaurant
Telephone Number : +34 944 15 51 53
Andra Mari Restaurant
Remark : Elegant Basque cuisine
Telephone Number : +34 944 56 00 05
Antón Restaurant
Remark : An airy restaurant with outstanding views
Telephone Number : +34 944 45 92 03 / Fax Number: +34 944 45 50 59
Aretxondo Restaurant
Remark : Wonderful views and culinary delights
Telephone Number : +34 944 56 76 71
Ariatza Jatetxea Restaurant
Remark : The purest Basque style cuisine
Telephone Number : +34 944 15 50 19
Artagan Restaurant
Remark : A perfect place for any celebration
Telephone Number : +34 944 46 48 58
Artagan Restaurant
Remark : Hotel Abando's elegant restaurant
Telephone Number : +34 944 23 62 00
Asador Aranda Restaurant
Remark : Distinctively delicious Spanish barbecue
Telephone Number : +34 944 43 06 64 / Fax: +34 944 43 06 64
Atlanta Restaurant
Remark : Lavish restaurant decorated in English style
Telephone Number : +34 944 41 53 32 / Fax: +34 944 41 53 32
Baserri Maitea Restaurant
Remark : An eating place that is pleasing to the eye. Situated in a country house.
Telephone Number : +34 946 25 34 08
Bermeo
Remark : One of best hotel restaurants
Telephone Number : +34 944 10 20 00 / Fax: +34 944 43 93 35
Bikandi Restaurant
Remark: Exudes a cozy ambience with uncomplicated interiors
Telephone Number : +34 944 15 08 42
Bola - Viga Restaurant
Remark : The cod dish is their specialty. Well recommended.
Telephone Number: +34 944 43 50 26
Casa Rufo
Remark : A unique eating place with an equally unique menu
Telephone Number : +34 944 43 21 72
Casa Vasca Restaurant
Remark : A celebrated restaurant in the district
Telephone Number : +34 944 48 39 80 / Fax: +34 944 76 14 87
Casi Restaurant
Remark: Magnificent view of the coast, posh ambience, and good cooking
Telephone Number : +34 944 91 22 55 / Fax: +34 944 91 28 02
Club Naútico Restaurant
Remark : Elegant hotel restaurant
Telephone Number : +34 944 23 55 00 / Fax: +34 944 23 45 00
Cubita Restaurant
Remark : Chic eating place in close proximity to a windmill
Telephone Number : +34 944 91 17 00 / Fax: +34 944 60 21 12
Dena Ona Restaurant
Remark : Famous for its delicious appetizers
Eguiluz Restaurant
Remark : Classic tapas of Bilbao
Telephone Number : +34 944 15 02 42
El Estanquillo Restaurant
Remark : Young atmosphere in the Old Quarter
Telephone Number : +34 944 15 44 08
Estraunza Restaurant
Remark : Basque cooking with international approach
Telephone Number : +34 944 42 23 72 / Fax : +34 944 42 23 72
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Etxaniz Restaurant
Remark : Spacious restaurant in Hotel Indautxu
Telephone Number : +34 944 21 11 98
Euskalduna Restaurant
Remark : Serves the finest stew treats. With classical and Basque music playing.
Telephone Number : +34 944 21 31 25
Farketa Restaurant
Remark : Traditional eating place with good barbecue
Telephone Number : +34 944 41 97 61
La Gabarra Restaurant
Remark : Barbecue and cider house
Telephone Number : +34 944 47 70 62 / Fax : +34 944 47 10 63
Gaiko Restaurant
Remark : Basically a family restaurant
Telephone Number : +34 944 15 56 44
Gernika Restaurant
Remark : Classic atmosphere and traditional cooking
Telephone Number : +34 944 16 97 35
Goizeko Kabi Restaurant
Remark : Simple, smart, homely atmosphere
Telephone Number : +34 944 41 50 04 / Fax : +34 944 42 11 29
Gorrotxa Restaurant
Remark : Classical, modern, and with English influences
Telephone Number : +34 944 43 49 37
Gredos Restaurant
Remark : French bistro style
Telephone Number : +34 944 21 18 45
Guria Restaurant
Remark : Serves quality dishes in its over half century of existence
Telephone Number : +34 944 41 05 43
Ibaigane Restaurant
Remark : Good Basque dishes
Telephone Number : +34 944 24 00 07
Jolastoki Restaurant
Remark : One of Vizcaya's most famous
Telephone Number : +1 34 944 91 20 31
Lekeitio Restaurant
Remark : Excellent restaurant, famous for "pinchos"
Telephone Number : +34 944 23 92 40
Mandoya Restaurant
Remark : Luxury and quality in Casco Viejo
Telephone Number : +34 944 15 02 28
Matxinbenta Restaurant
Remark : Victorian style décor and time-honored cooking style
Telephone Number : +34 944 24 84 95 / Fax: +34 944 23 84 03
Nicolás Restaurant
Remark : A classic eating places serving seasonal dishes
Telephone Number : +34 944 24 07 37
Plaza Nueva Restaurant
Remark: Cheerful place
La Pergola Restaurant
Remark : Good price and good quality of food go hand in hand here
Telephone Number : : +34 944 41 60 00
Sagardi Restaurant
Remark : An authentic cider house
Saibigain Restaurant
Remark : Homely atmosphere, traditional cooking style
Telephone Number : +34 944 15 01 23
Sarobe Restaurant
Remark : Traditional Basque restaurant with large rooms
Telephone Number : +34 944 24 14 69
Serantes Restaurant
Remark : Best place for traditional cooking
Telephone Number : +34 944 21 21 29 / Fax : +34 944 44 59 79
Sociedad Bilbaína Restaurant
Remark : Elegant eating place that is exclusively for male customers
Taberna Rogelio Restaurant
Remark : Classic gastronomic treats in Bilbao
Telephone Number : +34 944 27 30 21
El Txakoli Restaurant
Remark : Situated in an old country house
Tívoli Restaurant
Remark : A wine institution
Telephone Number : +34 944 45 30 83
Víctor Restaurant
Remark : One of the best
Telephone Number : +1 34 944 15 16 78
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