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What to order
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Tapas
Most frequently praised overall for being fresh, varied, authentic, and good value, with many reviews highlighting the self-serve tapas format and reasonable per-piece pricing.
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Pintxos
Repeatedly recommended for their delicious taste, variety, and authentic feel; reviewers especially liked the self-service pintxos counter and the chance to try many different options.
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Gambas
Specifically singled out as exceptional, with one reviewer saying they may have been the best gambas they ever tried.
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Garlic Prawns
Recommended for being especially delicious, with reviewers calling out the dish as a standout among the restaurant's food.
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Goat Chops
Mentioned as one of the best dishes eaten there, praised alongside the garlic prawns for being delicious.
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Calamaris
Highlighted as a particularly strong choice from the à la carte menu and specifically recommended by one reviewer.
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Grilled Duck
Recommended as one of the best dishes on the à la carte menu, noted for being especially good.
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Hake
Strongly recommended in one review, with the reviewer explicitly urging others to try it.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 1 to 4 PM, 7:30 to 11 PM |
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| Tuesday | 7:30 to 11 PM |
| Wednesday | 1 to 4 PM, 7:30 to 11 PM |
| Thursday | 1 to 4 PM, 7:30 to 11 PM |
| Friday | 1 to 4 PM, 7:30 to 11 PM |
| Saturday | 1 to 4 PM, 7:30 to 11 PM |
| Sunday | 1 to 4 PM, 7:30 to 11 PM |
About txalaka Girona
Pintxos & dishes combining Basque & Catalan flavors, plus cider, in a bright, old-world tavern.
Amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Onsite services
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great beer selection
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great wine list
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Late-night food
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Wine
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Quiet
- Trendy
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Brunch reservations recommended
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
Parking
- Free street parking
- Paid parking lot
- Paid street parking
- Usually somewhat difficult to find a space
Frequently asked
What is txalaka Girona known for?
It is best known for pintxos and other Basque-style small plates, with many reviewers calling them fresh, authentic, and varied. The self-serve pintxos counter is a standout, and the restaurant is also praised for reasonable prices around €2.40 per piece.
What dishes are most recommended at txalaka Girona?
Reviewers most often highlight the pintxos, garlic prawns, goat chops, calamaris, grilled duck, grilled lamb, fried anchovies, gazpacho, and a thousand leaves of zucchini with meat. The a la carte menu gets strong praise alongside the buffet-style pintxos, especially for seafood and grilled dishes.
What is the atmosphere like at txalaka Girona?
The atmosphere is described as casual, cozy, quiet, and trendy, with a bright old-world tavern feel and outdoor seating available. It suits groups and solo diners who want a slower meal with beer or wine, and reviewers mention it works well for relaxed conversations and unhurried dinners.
Is txalaka Girona good value?
Yes, reviewers repeatedly call it good value, especially with pintxos at about €2.40 each and meals like 12 tapas plus drinks totaling around €50. The listed price range is €20 30, and people often mention that the quality and freshness justify the cost.
Do you need a reservation or is it usually busy?
Reservations are accepted and recommended for brunch, lunch, and dinner, which fits the restaurant's popularity with tourists and groups. Reviewers describe it as busy and lively, but also efficient, and one notes it is slightly removed from the main tourist area in Barri Vell.
Is parking available at txalaka Girona?
Yes. Free street parking, Paid parking lot, Paid street parking, Usually somewhat difficult to find a space is available.
Is txalaka Girona kid-friendly?
Yes, txalaka Girona is good for kids.
