Fodor's Expert Review Café Iruña
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Bilbao
Café
Fodor's Choice
This historical Bilbao haunt (est. 1903) in the Ensanche's most popular garden and square has azulejo-lined walls, dreamy murals of rural scenes, and a painted artesonado ceiling. Stick to tried-and-true classics like Basque steak frites or bacalao al pil pil. The room overlooking the square is the place to be—if they try to stuff you in the back dining room, resist or come back another time.
Quick Facts
Known For:
- No-nonsense Basque comfort food
- Packed with locals
- Intricate neo-Mudejar dining room