Borda Berri is a tapas bar in Parte Vieja, San Sebastián. Rated 4.6 stars from 3295 Google reviews. Known for risotto and pig's ear and pork rib execution. Best for counter dining and tasting multiple dishes. Price range: €10-20.
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Borda Berri
| Rating | 4.6★ |
| Reviews | 3,295 |
| Best for | Counter dining |
Quick Verdict
Compact, high-execution pintxo bar where the risotto and pork preparations justify standing room and constant crowds.
You want risotto and pig's ear executed at a level that stops the conversation.
About Borda Berri
Compact and lively, Borda Berri runs on controlled chaos — bar seating, constant crowds, and a kitchen turning out small-format plates that people cross the Parte Vieja for. The risotto is what most people come for first, and it earns every mention: rich, precise, and worth ordering one per person rather than sharing. The kebab-spiced pork rib and the crispy pig's ear are the other two dishes that keep regulars cycling back, and the beef cheek rounds out what the kitchen does best. The txakoli is DO Getaria, and locals rate it among the best poured in the neighbourhood. Getting there early is the move — the place fills fast and the most-wanted plates go with it.
In the last 90 days, Borda Berri has drawn 28 substantial written reviews (50+ characters of genuine feedback) — a measure of how actively its reviewers have been writing lately.
What Stands Out
Risotto
Multiple recent reviews single out the risotto as the best in the zone; one local reviewer notes it as 'la mejor tapa el Risotoo sin duda alguna, el mejor de la zona'.
Pig's ear and pork rib execution
Reviewers describe the pig's ear and pork ribs as 'espectaculares, con un sabor inmejorable', with the kebab-spiced pork rib appearing consistently across mentions.
Service precision under pressure
Staff handwrite orders at the bar and orchestrate flow despite constant crowds; one reviewer notes arriving at opening time to avoid chaos, indicating the bar's consistent density.
Practical Information
Contact
Fermin Calbeton Kalea, 12, 20003 Donostia / San Sebastián, Gipuzkoa, España
+34 943 43 03 42Visit WebsiteFrequently Asked Questions about Borda Berri
Borda Berri's risotto is the standout—reviewers consistently name it the best in the neighbourhood. The pig's ear and pork ribs are equally precise. Order one per person rather than sharing, as portions are designed for tasting and returning.
Borda Berri in Parte Vieja works best for small groups at the counter; the space is deliberately compact and standing-room only. Expect constant crowds and a high-energy atmosphere rather than table seating.
Borda Berri charges €10–20 per pintxo, making it exceptional value for the execution and ingredient quality. Txakoli from the Getaria DO is available by the glass.
Borda Berri is a standing-room bar with counter seating on both sides. The space is deliberately compact; the atmosphere is built around the counter service and the flow of locals and visitors ordering pintxos.
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