Islares Restaurant is a restaurante de alta cocina in Abando, Bilbao. Rated 4.4 stars from 339 Google reviews. Known for signature chuletón and refined basque technique. Best for fine dining and basque cuisine.
Rankings updated August 2026
Islares Restaurant
| Rating | 4.4★ |
| Reviews | 339 |
| Best for | Fine dining |
Quick Verdict
Islares delivers confident, refined Basque fine dining with a standout chuletón that justifies its reputation as one of northern Spain's stronger tables.
You want refined Basque cuisine with a standout chuletón in a restaurant locals rank among the region's best.
About Islares Restaurant
Islares is a high-end Basque restaurant in Abando that commands consistent 5-star praise across 436 reviews. Diners highlight the precision of traditional Basque cuisine—particularly the signature chuletón, which reviewers describe as exceptional—paired with thoughtful portion control that respects the restaurant's fine-dining ethos. The venue sits at 4.5 stars, placing it among the stronger performers in the Abando dining scene, with recent visitors calling it "one of the best restaurants in Bilbao, Bizkaia and northern Spain." The kitchen balances heritage technique with attention to detail, earning endorsements from both local and international guests who return repeatedly.
What Stands Out
Signature chuletón
Reviewers describe the chuletón as exceptional and unlike any they've experienced, highlighting it as a standout dish.
Refined Basque technique
Visitors praise 'excellent Basque dining' with balanced portions and precision execution across the menu.
Regional reputation
Recent reviews cite it as 'one of the best restaurants in Bilbao, Bizkaia and northern Spain.'
Practical Information
Opening Hours
Contact
Mazarredo Zumarkalea, 65 bis, Abando, 48009 Bilbao, Biscay, España
+34 747 42 10 86Visit WebsiteView MenuFrequently Asked Questions about Islares Restaurant
Islares is celebrated for refined Basque fine dining, particularly its signature chuletón. Diners praise the precision of traditional Basque technique and thoughtful portion control that respects the restaurant's high-end positioning.
Yes. The restaurant's fine-dining approach, consistent 5-star feedback, and regional reputation make it well-suited for celebrations and memorable meals. Recent visitors describe it as 'one of the best restaurants in northern Spain.'
The chuletón is the standout dish—reviewers consistently praise it as exceptional and unlike anything they've experienced elsewhere. The broader menu reflects traditional Basque cuisine executed with precision.
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