Bilbao Foodie: The Ultimate Guide for Gastronomy Lovers – September 2025

Bilbao is a paradise for food lovers. Blending tradition and innovation, the city offers everything from century-old pintxos bars to Michelin-starred restaurants, bustling markets, and creative spots redefining Basque cuisine.
In September 2025, the city feels refreshed: new openings join the scene, the pace slows after summer, and seasonal products like wild mushrooms, bonito, and peppers take center stage.
If you’re staying at Latroupe La Granja, you’ll be perfectly located between the Old Town and the Ensanche — both packed with some of Bilbao’s top bars and restaurants.

1. Timeless Icons
• Café Iruña: open since 1903, famous for its Moorish lamb skewers.
• La Viña del Ensanche: a must for Iberian ham and refined pintxos.
• Gure Toki: seasonal, creative pintxos prepared with flawless technique.
Latroupe Tip: try a pintxos crawl that covers Plaza Nueva, Ledesma, and García Rivero for three different vibes of Bilbao’s food scene.

2. New Openings – September 2025
• Errotazar Gastrobar (opens Sept 10): reinvented Basque cuisine with international touches, signature cocktails, and an industrial-chic interior.
• Marea Atlántica (opens Sept 18): charcoal-grilled fish and seafood by the river, menu changes daily according to the fish market.
• Berdinak (opens Sept 24): creative vegan tasting menu paired with natural wines.

3. Mercado de la Ribera
Europe’s largest covered market, perfect for buying fresh produce, tasting gourmet pintxos, or enjoying live music on weekends. In September, stalls feature wild mushrooms and fresh bonito from the Cantabrian Sea.
Latroupe Tip: head up to the market’s terrace for wine with river views.

4. Fine Dining for Special Nights
Bilbao’s Michelin-starred gems include Azurmendi (three stars), Nerua Guggenheim (one star), and Mina (one star) — all offering innovative, seasonal interpretations of Basque cuisine.

5. Foodie Plans Beyond the Center
• Elorrieta Erretegia: grilled meats and fish with waterfront views.
• Basquery: part bakery, part brewery, part restaurant.
• Arima: traditional Basque cooking with a modern twist.

Conclusion: Bilbao is a city made for eating, and September — with fresh seasonal produce and exciting new openings — is one of the best times to taste it all. From Latroupe La Granja, you’ll have it all within easy reach.