Iturriza Taberna is a restaurant in Casco Viejo, Bilbao. Rated 4.3 stars from 1376 Google reviews. Known for pintxos and croquetas and fast, attentive service. Best for pintxos and tapas and quick lunch or aperitivo.
Iturriza Taberna is rated 4.3★ on Google (1,376 reviews) and 4.1★ on TripAdvisor (181 reviews) — a consistent rating across both platforms.
Rankings updated June 2026
Iturriza Taberna
Consistently rated across Google and TripAdvisor
1,557 reviews across two platforms
Quick Verdict
A neighbourhood taberna where well-executed pintxos, warm service, and central Plaza Nueva location combine for reliable, unpretentious Basque bar dining.
You want expertly made pintxos and croquetas in the heart of Bilbao's old town with fast, friendly service.
About Iturriza Taberna
Iturriza Taberna occupies a prime corner of Plaza Nueva in Bilbao's Casco Viejo, where it has earned a reputation for carefully crafted pintxos and tapas that balance quality ingredients with bold, clean flavours. The kitchen demonstrates particular skill with croquetas—especially the idiazabal cheese and squid varieties—and seafood preparations like pulpo and rabas that arrive tender and flavourful. Service moves with purpose and warmth; staff are noted for their attentiveness, speed, and genuine friendliness, making the compact space feel welcoming even during the animated lunch and aperitivo crowds. The atmosphere is convivial and unpretentious, anchored by a lively bar where regulars and visitors alike gather for quick bites or lingering plates. Pricing sits comfortably in the mid-range for the zone, with multi-pincho sets around €19–20 offering strong value. The location—steps from the cathedral and central to the old town's tapeo circuit—makes it a natural waypoint for both locals and travellers seeking authentic Basque bar culture without ceremony.
In the last 90 days, Iturriza Taberna has drawn 10 substantial written reviews (50+ characters of genuine feedback) — a measure of how actively its reviewers have been writing lately.
What Stands Out
Pintxos and croquetas
Multiple reviews praise the quality and flavour of croquetas (especially idiazabal and squid), with one noting 'pinchos están muy bien elaborados, con ingredientes de calidad, sabores equilibrados' and another highlighting 'Raciones creativas y generosas.'
Fast, attentive service
Reviewers consistently note staff friendliness and speed: 'el personal es amable, cercano y atento', 'Nos pudimos sentar muy rápido', and 'Personal amable y rápido con los pedidos.'
Central Plaza Nueva location
Located in the heart of Bilbao's Casco Viejo, the venue is described as 'muy céntrico' and positioned as a natural stop on the old town's tapeo circuit, with easy access to landmarks.
Practical Information
Contact
Pl. Berria, 5, Ibaiondo, 48005 Bilbao, Bizkaia, Spain
+34 946 85 21 52Common Questions
Do Google and TripAdvisor reviewers agree on Iturriza Taberna?
Yes. Iturriza Taberna holds 4.3★ across 1,376 Google reviews and 4.1★ across 181 TripAdvisor reviews — the two independent platforms align, a consistency that comes from visitors rather than editors.
Frequently Asked Questions about Iturriza Taberna
The croquetas—especially idiazabal cheese and squid—are standouts, alongside pulpo, rabas, and a rotating selection of creative pintxos. Multi-pincho sets (around €19–20) offer a good way to sample several at once.
Yes. It's designed for fast, informal dining at the bar. Service is quick and attentive, and the location on Plaza Nueva makes it convenient for a midday stop during a walking tour of the Casco Viejo.
Convivial and unpretentious—a lively neighbourhood taberna where locals and visitors mix at the bar. It fills during aperitivo hours but maintains a welcoming, animated energy rather than feeling crowded.
The space is compact with bar seating as the primary option, though some table seating is available. The bar is the heart of the experience and where the energy concentrates.
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