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Borda Berri

Fermin Calbeton 12, 20003 San Sebastian - Donostia, Spain
943430342
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Cuisines: Tapas
Good for: Bar scene, Large groups, Local cuisine, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Late Night
Restaurant details
Good for: Bar scene, Large groups, Local cuisine, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Late Night
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London, United Kingdom
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14 reviews 14 reviews
8 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 14, 2013 NEW

Order the beef cheek here it is amazing! We tried a number of places and this was definitely the place for beef cheek, well priced too! The risotto was also amazing

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Montreal, Canada
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26 reviews 26 reviews
7 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 13, 2013 NEW

I don't know if Borda-Berri is the best, but I don't know that it's not! Veal cheeks and pork ribs were absolutely outstanding, and everything we tried was wonderful. If you're visiting San Sebastian, Borda-Berri need to be on your "must do" list!

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6 reviews 6 reviews
6 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 13, 2013 NEW via mobile

Excellent value and service. We found this place by mistake. There are many bars in san sebastian with pinchos...this one has a great and different menu with small plates. If you want good food and good atmosphere plus good value...this is a must!

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See 2 more reviews by Foncol for San Sebastian - Donostia
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30 reviews 30 reviews
28 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 11, 2013

I think this restaurant meets my definition of vasque pinxos. There are some places that try to be too fancy and too elaborated. This place keeps the essence of what I think are good pinxos, homemade taste. Their magret was incredible as well as their risotto. Just get a glass of txakoli and enjoy!

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Norfolk
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36 reviews 36 reviews
9 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 24 cities Reviews in 24 cities
28 helpful votes 28 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 9, 2013

Really popular little bar, expertly run by the tireless maitre d', and serving delicious pintxos. We arrived at 1pm on Sunday when it was quiet and got two seats at the bar. Twenty minutes later it was full to bursting! Wonderful veal cheeks - best in SS for me - as well as delicious pork ribs and slow cooked duck... More

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See 3 more reviews by NorfolkFozzy for San Sebastian - Donostia
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10 reviews 10 reviews
5 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 8, 2013 via mobile

Wandered down to this bar after seeing many reviews about the delicious, fresh pinxtos for good value. This is all correct! The food was beautifully cooked, good portion sizing and made to order. All you can dream of in San Seb!

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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed June 8, 2013 via mobile

Went last night because if the high rating on TA and we were not disappointed. They have a menu in English and the service was great. A good mix of locals and tourists standing around the bar. Tried the home made foie gras, veal cheek (heavenly), and risotto with sheep cheese (think delicious, creamy, gourmet Mac and cheese). I would... More

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Perth, Aust
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32 reviews 32 reviews
19 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed June 6, 2013 via mobile

Yes, we have been in San Sebastian for three nights and have been here each night. But we have also been to at least 3-4 others each night. Such is the way of pintxos. Great food, just like most of the others nearby, but the care and presentation of the pintxos s at another level. Probably the best one we... More

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Naples, Florida
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150 reviews 150 reviews
86 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 62 cities Reviews in 62 cities
51 helpful votes 51 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed June 4, 2013

This was one of the six bars our San Sebastián Food guide took us to. He suggested both of these dishes as house specialties. Boy, was he right! That was 3 days ago and my wife is still gushing with superlatives.....

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Montana Rose
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271 reviews 271 reviews
121 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 63 cities Reviews in 63 cities
140 helpful votes 140 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed June 3, 2013

Only pintxo bar we went to in DSS, so can't really compare it to any others. Passed by this place initially thinking it was only a bar (since there were no pintxo's on the counter!). We came back to discover everything was served from the kitchen, and you order off the chalkboard (he has an English menu on paper). No... More

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