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Bar & grill in Donostia / San Sebastián, Gipuzkoa
What should I order at Itxaropena 1910?
What to order
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Scallops
Mentioned multiple times as a standout: described as delicious, sensational, and a must-eat, including scallops with garlic and artichoke salad.
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Mushrooms
The grilled ceps/mushroom dish and girolle mushrooms were repeatedly praised for being amazing and a top choice to start a pintxos meal.
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White Asparagus
The fried white asparagus and asparagus shavings were highlighted as memorable, with one review calling the fried version a highlight.
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Tuna Tartare
Praised as enjoyable, and specifically called out as a dish worth returning for when it was sold out.
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Tuna Sashimi
Described as simply delicious, making it one of the notable seafood items recommended in the reviews.
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Foie Gras
Listed among the highlights of the meal and praised as one of the best bites.
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Pulpo
Called absolutely delicious and singled out for its impressive size and flavor.
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Carrilleras
The beef cheeks were described as amazing on a second visit, showing they were memorable enough to order again.
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Iberico Ham
Recommended as part of an amazing platter and praised for its quality.
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Roasted Basque Peppers
Described as incredible and served alongside other highly praised dishes.
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Mushroom Bread With Egg Yolk
Called amazing, with the combination of mushroom bread and egg yolk standing out as a favorite bite.
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Lamb Dish
Explicitly recommended as highly satisfying and mouth-watering.
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Sirloin Steak
Recommended for being cooked to perfection and singled out alongside the lamb dish.
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Artichoke Salad
Described as very good and also paired with scallops as a must-eat item.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 12 to 11 PM |
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| Tuesday | 12 to 11 PM |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | 12 to 11 PM |
| Friday | 12 to 11 PM |
| Saturday | 12 to 11 PM |
| Sunday | 12 to 11 PM |
About Itxaropena 1910
Cosy destination for Spanish tapas & pintxos served in a stone- & brick-walled locale.
Amenities
Service options
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great beer selection
- Great coffee
- Great wine list
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Food
- Food at bar
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Quick bite
- Salad bar
- Small plates
- Wine
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Counter service
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Trendy
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
Parking
- Paid parking lot
- Paid street parking
- Usually difficult to find a space
Frequently asked
What is Itxaropena 1910 known for?
Itxaropena 1910 is best known for pintxos and small plates, especially scallops, fried white asparagus, foie gras, and artichoke salad. Reviewers also mention grilled mushrooms and txakoli, saying the food is strong value for the San Sebastián area.
What dishes are most recommended at Itxaropena 1910?
The most often recommended items are scallops, fried white asparagus, foie gras, artichoke salad, pulpo, and carrilleras, with several reviews also praising mushroom bread with egg yolk and Iberico ham. People describe the food as delicious and say the portions and prices are on point for the city.
What is the atmosphere like at Itxaropena 1910?
The atmosphere is casual, cozy, and lively, with a counter display that reviewers call beautiful and a dining room that feels busy but not overcrowded. It works well for tourists starting a pintxos crawl, groups sharing small dishes, and solo diners stopping in for drinks and a few bites.
Is Itxaropena 1910 good value?
Yes, at €10–30 it is generally described as inexpensive or reasonably priced for San Sebastián, especially for pintxos, wine, and sangria. Reviewers specifically note that the beer, sangria, and local wine are priced lower than nearby places and that the food is worth the cost.
When should you visit Itxaropena 1910?
Lunch and dinner reservations are recommended, and reviews say it can be busy at lunch while still having adequately staffed service. If you want a calmer stop, several diners mention going in for drinks and a few pintxos rather than a full meal.
Is parking available at Itxaropena 1910?
Yes. Paid parking lot, Paid street parking, Usually difficult to find a space is available.
Is Itxaropena 1910 kid-friendly?
Yes, Itxaropena 1910 is good for kids.
