# Bar Ipotx — San Sebastián

Bar Ipotx is a venue in Gros, San Sebastián. 4.3★ from 434 Google reviews · €1-10.

A tiny, unpretentious pintxo bar where croquetas and meatballs punch above their price point and the staff treat strangers like regulars.

## Go if
You want authentic Donostian pintxos and croquetas at prices that feel like a gift.

## At a glance
| Signal | Value |
|---|---|
| Rating | 4.3★ from 434 Google reviews |
| Hot Score | 12.8 |
| Chart history | 2 weeks on the Hot List, peak #2 |

## What stands out
- **Croquetas** — Multiple reviewers across years call them among the best in Donostia; one describes them as 'la mejor croqueta de Donosti'.
- **Meatballs (bola de carne & albóndigas)** — Consistently praised as 'fantasticas', 'de muerte', and 'insuperables' across recent and archival reviews.
- **Value & pintxo-pote** — Pintxos and beer at €3.50 during weekly pote hours; one visitor called it a 'total bargain' and staff offered free food and beer to visitors.

## Good to know
| | |
|---|---|
| Best for | Pintxo crawl, Weekday aperitif, Local bar experience, Budget dining |
| Price | €1-10 |
| Where | Gros, San Sebastián — San Frantzisko Kalea, 42, 20002 Donostia / San Sebastián, Gipuzkoa, España |

## Opening hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 06:00–10:30 |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 06:00–10:30 |
| Thursday | 06:00–10:30 |
| Friday | 06:00–10:30 |
| Saturday | 06:00–10:30 |
| Sunday | 06:00–10:00 |

## Common questions
**What is pintxo-pote at Bar Ipotx?**

Pintxo-pote is a weekly promotion on Thursdays and Mondays where you get a drink and a pintxo for €3.50. It's a traditional Donostian tradition and Bar Ipotx's version is celebrated for generous portions and quality—reviewers call it a 'total bargain'.

**Are the croquetas really that good?**

Yes. Across dozens of reviews spanning years, croquetas are consistently called among the best in Donostia. Reviewers praise them as 'buenísimas' and 'la mejor croqueta de Donosti'.

**Is Bar Ipotx good for a solo visitor?**

Absolutely. The bar staff are known for being warm and welcoming to non-locals. One visitor noted they were the only tourists but received free food and beer from friendly staff.

**How much does it cost?**

Pintxos range from budget to moderate (€2–3 each); during pintxo-pote a drink and pintxo cost €3.50. Overall, it's one of the most affordable bars in Gros.

**Is it dog-friendly?**

Yes. One reviewer noted the staff 'like animals (four-legged ones)', making it a welcoming spot for visitors with dogs.

## Contact
- **Phone**: +34 943 28 49 56

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