Restaurante Ikaitz is a restaurante in Gros, San Sebastián. Rated 4.7 stars from 1737 Google reviews. Known for monkfish and octopus and lunch menu at accessible pricing. Best for groups 4-6 and family lunch. Price range: €€.
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Restaurante Ikaitz
Across 1,625 rated reviews, 94% gave four or five stars.
| Rating | 4.7★ |
| Reviews | 1,737 |
| 1-star share | 1.2% |
| Best for | Lunch |
Quick Verdict
A Michelin-listed Basque kitchen that feels neither formal nor distant, with monkfish and octopus that justify the repeat visits.
You want Michelin-standard cooking at lunch prices, or a refined night that doesn't feel stuffy.
About Restaurante Ikaitz
Classic Basque cooking with a modern edge is harder to find in Gros than it should be, and Ikaitz does it without the stiffness that Michelin attention can bring. The room sits below street level, elegant and unhurried — the kind of place where the pace slows down and the plates arrive looking like someone thought carefully about them. Presentation is what people talk about most, and rightly: the monkfish and the octopus are the dishes that keep coming up, alongside the scallop carpaccio when it appears. The croquettes and anchovies draw their share of praise too. Staff know the menu in detail and take the time to walk diners through it — Estefania is mentioned by name more than once. The daily lunch menu has a loyal following among locals who know what it represents at the price. Gluten-free options are handled with genuine knowledge, not guesswork.
Restaurante Ikaitz is one of those places where the dessert menu is not an afterthought — a detail regulars tend to mention first.
In the last 90 days, Restaurante Ikaitz has drawn 8 substantial written reviews (50+ characters of genuine feedback) — recent momentum that is one of the signals behind its place on the hot list.
What Stands Out
Monkfish and octopus
Monkfish appears in 61 Google review mentions and is described by a local reviewer as 'the best I have ever eaten in my life'; octopus in 55 mentions, consistently praised for quality of raw materials and careful execution.
Lunch menu at accessible pricing
Described by multiple local reviewers as 'Michelin-standard' and 'de calidad' (quality), with one noting it is 'worth booking ahead for'; appears in 28 Google review mentions.
Staff who guide and explain
Multiple reviews note staff take time to explain dishes and guide diners through choices; one reviewer with dietary restrictions praised Estefania for being 'so nice and very helpful with the menu.'
Practical Information
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Contact
Kolon Pasealekua, 21, 20002 Donostia / San Sebastián, Gipuzkoa, España
+34 943 29 01 24Visit WebsiteView MenuInstagramFrequently Asked Questions about Restaurante Ikaitz
Restaurante Ikaitz in Gros, San Sebastián is listed as popular for solo dining. The room is described as elegant and welcoming, with staff noted for taking time to explain dishes and guide diners through choices, making solo diners feel attended to without intrusion.
Restaurante Ikaitz offers a daily lunch menu at accessible pricing that reviewers describe as Michelin-standard. Local diners consistently note its quality and value, and it is popular enough that booking ahead is recommended.
Restaurante Ikaitz is known for monkfish and octopus, both appearing frequently in reviews as exceptionally prepared. The scallop carpaccio, anchovy, croquettes, and chocolate mille-feuille dessert are also specifically praised by recent diners.
Restaurante Ikaitz in Gros welcomes families and is noted as family-friendly. The restaurant has high chairs available, and multiple family groups have left five-star reviews praising the warm reception and quality of the meal.
Restaurante Ikaitz in Gros recommends reservations for both lunch and dinner. Booking is particularly advised for the daily lunch menu, which is popular with local diners seeking Michelin-standard cooking at accessible prices.
Parking in Gros near Restaurante Ikaitz is difficult to find, with paid street parking and paid garage options available in the area. Advance planning for parking is recommended.
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Hot Score: 50/100 · ranked November 2026
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