Visiting Spain: San Sebastián’s Michelin Star Restaurants
San Sebastián, a coastal town in Spain’s Basque Country, has the most Michelin starred restaurants per square meter in Europe. Below is a quick guide to all of them. For more on what to see and do in San Sebastián, see Visiting Spain: San Sebastián.
Akelarre ***
Pº Padre Orkolaga, 56 (Igueldo). 20008 Donostia / San Sebastian
+34 943 311 209 restaurante@akelarre.net
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3-Michelin star restaurant with a recently opened hotel on the slopes of Monte Igueldo. The setting provides panoramic views of the sea and private rooms. Its chef, Pedro Subijana, is one of the leading figures in New Basque Cuisine.
Arzak ***
Avda. del Alcalde José Elosegi, 273. 20015 Donostia / San Sebastian
+34 943 285 593 reservas@arzak.es
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One of the most famous restaurants in the world. Its chef and founder, Juan Mari Arzak, holds the world record of maintaining 3 Michelin Stars since 1989 (and was a good friend of the beloved Anthony Bourdain). He describes his cooking as “signature cuisine, Basque cuisine that’s evolutionary, investigatory, and avant-garde.” Today, Juan Mari Arzak and his daughter, Elena, cook together with knowledge and passion.
Martin Berasategui ***
Calle Loidi, 4. 20160 Lasarte-Oria
+34 943 366 471 info@martinberasategui.com
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Imaginative, innovative and fresh cuisine rooted in its surroundings and open to the world: these are the hallmarks of Martín Berasategui, a chef engaged in
constant innovation. Since 2001, his restaurant has had the highest rating of the emblematic red guide: three stars.
Mugaritz **
Calle Aldura Aldea, 20. 20100 Errenteria
+34 943 522 455 / +34 943 518 343 info@mugaritz.com
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Mugaritz by Andoni Luis Aduriz has been one of the world’s top ten restaurants since 2006 (an impressive feat), according to Restaurant Magazine. Its cooking combines innovation and creativity with a commitment to the contrasts of aromas, textures, and flavors.
Kokotxa *
Calle del Campanario, 11, 20003 Donostia / San Sebastian
+34 943 421 904 restaurante@restaurantekokotxa.com
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This cozy restaurant is located in the Old Town, with a small hall and a single lounge: simple and current. From its stoves arise a traditional cooking and two delicious menus. One of them is a daily menu and the other one is a tasting menu.
Mirador de Ulía *
Paseo de Ulia, 193, 20013 Donostia / San Sebastian
+34 943 272 707 miradordeulia@miradordeulia.es
miradordeulia.es
Situated on one of the mountains surrounding the city, at the top of Monte Ulía, this restaurant has fantastic sea views. Wonderful food, attentive staff, and unique presentation.
Alameda *
Minasoroeta Kalea, 1, 20280 Hondarribi
+34 943 642 789 info@restaurantealameda.net
restaurantealameda.net
A family business situated in a typical house, outside of San Sebastián’s city center. This understated Basque eatery has an independent bar, a classic style lounge, and an outdoor terrace.
Zuberoa *
Araneder Bidea, 20180 Iturriotz
+34 943 491 228 zuberoa@zuberoa.com
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Beautiful Basque farmhouse from the 15th century with old stone walls, white-clothed tables, and a lush, green garden. It turns out some of the best Basque seafood and meat dishes using fresh, locally-sourced ingredients. Choose to dine out on its terrace, in one of its two private lounges or inside its rustic yet elegant dining room.
Looking for a guide to show you up and down the coastal area near San Sebastián? Biarritz and French Basque Coast Small Group Tour will do just that. Includes lunch in the elegant seaside town of Biarritz, transportation in a private vehicle, plus hotel pick-up and drop-off. Book on toureaux.com.
Want more tips and advice on visiting San Sebastián? Check out our travel guide, Visiting Spain: San Sebastián.
