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La Cuchara de San Telmo is a vibrant restaurant located at Santa Korda Kalea, 4 in the heart of Donostia, Gipuzkoa, Spain. Known for its exceptional pintxos and fresh, locally sourced cuisine, this eatery offers a delightful experience for both locals and tourists. With a focus on quality and authenticity, La Cuchara de San Telmo has quickly become a must-visit destination for anyone seeking the best tapas in San Sebastián.

At La Cuchara de San Telmo, guests can indulge in a variety of delectable dishes that highlight the region's culinary heritage. The restaurant specializes in fresh, made-to-order pintxos, ensuring that every bite is bursting with flavor. Popular menu items include:

Tender suckling pig, cooked to perfection.

Savory razor clams, a true seafood delight.

Delicious octopus, praised by many as the best in the area.

A variety of vegetarian options to cater to different tastes.

Conveniently situated in Donostia, La Cuchara de San Telmo is surrounded by a lively atmosphere and is just a short walk from popular attractions such as the beautiful La Concha Beach and the bustling Old Town. Visitors can easily explore the charming streets filled with shops, bars, and other restaurants, making it an ideal stop for a meal after a day of sightseeing.

Whether you're looking for a quick bite or a leisurely meal, La Cuchara de San Telmo promises an unforgettable dining experience that showcases the best of Basque cuisine.

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Great all round.

Top class service. Quick and efficient. Cuisine is fantastic. None of the stagnant bocadillos you see lingering in glass containers all day like other bars. This is fresh cuisine straight from the open kitchen  which makes fantastic viewing.

We had a bunch of plates, including the tuna, beef, squid, peppers and goat cheese.

We got too full to try everything, so maybe keep your plates smaller and try more would be my recommendation. Either way, you will enjoy.

You will be in and out quite quickly. It’s not a place to hang around.

Enjoy!

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Willing to do anything for great amazing food ?
Challenge accepted?
Try ordering food at the smallest tapas bar in SS, overcrowded by tourists,  then eating it standing up and being bumped from the sides and back.
Worth it ?
We did come 2x in 2 days. We did order the same exact order of the suckling pig (18e) and razor clam(15e).
Best food you can find here in SS because they cook everything on the spot and not a microwave reheat like most places... Nice warm hot and juicy.
Don't have the wine here, have it across the street where they have better wine and better prices.
Be prepared to jump to the front counter and raise your hands waiting for them to notice you. Otherwise, this place isn't for you.
Recommended for the true tapas bar experience with great food! Menu in Spanish only so prep that google translate app.

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Often with a queue outside and packed, standing room only within - unless you are one of the very lucky few to grab a table outside. No point in complaining so just embrace the chaotic atmosphere! Certainly worth the wait for their cooked fresh to order pintxos. Everything we tried was sublime!

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Perhaps some of the best food you will ever eat standing up. The service is friendly and efficient and the quality of the cookery is standout. I’ve done some of the bigger names in the area but that octopus dish was the best octopus cooking our group had tasted in recent memory, perhaps ever.

A must visit.

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I’m a lazy guy but this is one of the few places on earth I don’t mind standing for 2 hours to savour the  pintxos (bar snacks). If you’re not scared of crowds, and are willing to let your hair down, you can get to have one of the most memorable gastronomic experiences that you can get in Europe. The staff is one of the friendliest I have met in Spain, and the blood sausage, octopus and pork ear are hands down 11/10 dishes.

- from a Singapore guy who had to live with 6 months of London food

La Cuchara de San Telmo: Best Pintxos in Donostia

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At the heart of Donostia, La Cuchara de San Telmo is a gem of a restaurant that blends modernity with tradition, offering a vibrant atmosphere and a menu rich in Basque heritage, featuring signature dishes like smoked eel and tender octopus.

La Cuchara de San Telmo

At the heart of Donostia, La Cuchara de San Telmo is a gem of a restaurant that blends modernity with tradition, offering a vibrant atmosphere and a menu rich in Basque heritage, featuring creative pintxos and fresh local ingredients.

Savor exceptional Basque cuisine at La Cuchara de San Telmo in Donostia! Indulge in mouthwatering tapas—your taste adventure awaits! Book now!

La Cuchara de San Telmo: Best Pintxos in Donostia

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