Urtxori-bi is a restaurant in Gros, San Sebastián. Rated 4 stars from 276 Google reviews. Known for bacalao mastery and tarta de queso. Best for pintxos and beer and family dinner. Price range: €10-20.
Rankings updated June 2026
Urtxori-bi
307 reviews across two platforms
Quick Verdict
A lively, unpretentious bar where bacalao and pintxos are executed with care, service is genuinely warm, and the bill stays reasonable.
You want excellent bacalao, pintxos and tarta de queso at prices that feel like a steal in San Sebastián.
About Urtxori-bi
Urtxori-bi is a neighbourhood bar in Gros that has earned its place as the zone's third-ranked venue through consistent excellence in both food and hospitality. The kitchen specialises in bacalao prepared multiple ways—al pil-pil, al txacolí, with tomato, and with cocochas—each iteration drawing specific praise from regulars and visitors alike. Beyond the signature cod, the pintxos menu spans cheese, bravas, and house-cured preparations, while the tarta de queso has become something of a legend among those who've tried it. Service is the other pillar: staff are described as "an encanto" (a charm), professional, and attentive even during busy Friday evenings or when accommodating walk-ins without reservation. The value proposition is sharp—a full dinner for two with wine rarely exceeds €32, and a copa de Enate arrives in a frozen glass. The bar sits steps from Plaza Nafarroa and the beach, making it equally suited to a quick pintxo and beer or a lingering meal. Atmosphere is lively but unhurried, with locals and travellers sharing tables and the same kitchen output.
What Stands Out
Bacalao mastery
Multiple reviews highlight bacalao prepared al pil-pil, al txacolí, with tomato, and with cocochas; one reviewer called it 'el mejor pincho de Bacalao'.
Tarta de queso
Repeatedly described as 'fenomenal', 'excepcional', and 'como pocas que haya comido' — a signature dessert that justifies a return visit.
Genuine hospitality and value
Service praised as 'impecable', 'un encanto', and 'very friendly'; a full dinner for two with wine and pintxos stays under €32, rare in San Sebastián.
Practical Information
Contact
Secundino Esnaola Kalea, 37, 20001 Donostia / San Sebastián, Gipuzkoa, España
+34 943 27 73 95Frequently Asked Questions about Urtxori-bi
Yes. A full dinner for two with wine, pintxos, and dessert regularly comes in under €32. Reviewers consistently highlight the 'espectacular relación calidad precio' and describe the pricing as honest for the zone.
Bacalao prepared multiple ways—al pil-pil, al txacolí, with tomato and cocochas—and a legendary tarta de queso. Pintxos are also a strength, ranging from cheese to bravas to house preparations.
Yes. Multiple reviews mention being seated as walk-ins on busy evenings like Good Friday, with staff accommodating guests at reserved tables until the regulars arrived.
Lively but unhurried, with a mix of locals and travellers. The bar sits near Plaza Nafarroa and the beach, making it feel like a genuine neighbourhood spot rather than a tourist trap.
Consistently praised as warm, professional, and attentive. Staff are described as 'un encanto', 'muy amables', and 'very helpful', even during peak times.
Yes. Multiple family groups report being welcomed and well-looked-after, with a relaxed atmosphere that suits both quick bites and longer meals.
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