Café Iruña
A century-old cafe opened in 1903, featuring magnificent colored tile decor and famous for its freshly grilled spiced skewers.
Opened in 1903 next to the Albia Gardens, this is one of Bilbao's most iconic historic cafes. It is famous for its Neo-Mudéjar style colored tiles and horseshoe-shaped bar, serving from breakfast until late at night. The signature spiced meat skewers (pinchos morunos) are grilled fresh at the far end of the bar, making after 18:00 the best time to try them; you can also just order a drink to soak in the historic atmosphere. Reviews consistently praise the architecture, though opinions on service and food are mixed, and it can get chaotic during peak hours. Average spend is around €20 to €30. Within walking distance of the Abando or Moyua metro stations.
Opening hours
Mon–Thu 9:00–23:00, Fri 9:00–24:00, Sat 11:00–24:00, Sun 11:00–23:00
Nearby sights
- Zubizuri
- Arriaga Theatre
- Plaza Nueva
- Casco Viejo, Bilbao
- Bilbao Cathedral (Cathedral of Santiago)
- Basque Museum (Euskal Museoa)
- Mercado de la Ribera
- Church of San Antón