Café Iruña is a tapas bar in Abando, Bilbao. Rated 4.2 stars from 14728 Google reviews. Known for drink selection and accessibility. Best for drinks with friends and casual meal.
Café Iruña
Quick Verdict
Café Iruña is a popular spot where people gather for solid tapas in a historic setting.
Book if you want to soak up the atmosphere and enjoy a wide selection of drinks and tapas.
About Café Iruña
Café Iruña in Bilbao is a tapas bar, cafeteria, and Spanish restaurant rolled into one. Located in Abando at Colón de Larreátegui K., 13, it's clearly popular, with over 14,000 reviews averaging 4.2 stars. Open nearly every day from morning until late (9 AM to 11 PM most days, later on weekends), Iruña offers a pretty wide range of options. You can grab breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, or just dessert. The atmosphere is a draw; Google users describe it as casual, cozy, historic, and trendy. They have a private dining room if you want something more secluded. It seems to attract a mix of college students, tourists, and groups. The sheer number of photos (almost 10,000!) suggests people like documenting their visits. They offer everything from coffee to cocktails, plus food at the bar.
What Stands Out
Drink Selection
They have a great beer selection, great cocktails, a great coffee, a great tea selection, and a great wine list. Plus hard liquor!
Accessibility
The venue has a wheelchair accessible entrance, wheelchair accessible seating, and a wheelchair accessible parking lot.
Atmosphere
It's described as casual, cozy, historic, and trendy, appealing to different tastes.
Practical Information
Contact
Colón de Larreátegui K., 13, Abando, 48001 Bilbao, Bizkaia, Spain
+34 944 23 70 21Visit WebsiteView MenuFrequently Asked Questions about Café Iruña
Yes, Café Iruña offers outdoor seating.
Yes, they have live music.
Yes, takeout is available.
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