The 10 Best Brunch In The Basque Country Spain

Cuisine has always been an important part of Basque culture, pintxos and seafood have become world famous. However, where brunch is concerned, this British tradition has become increasingly popular in the Basque country over recent years. With so many cafés, restaurants and fashionable bakery-cafés offering breakfast and brunch menus, we make it a bit easier for you with a list of the best spots in the Basque Country to start your day.

1. Brass 27

Cafe, Restaurant, European, Spanish, Vegetarian

Bilbao is home to Brass 27, a welcoming restaurant which offers a mouth-watering brunch menu and buffets, so choosing what to have can prove to be quite a challenge. Whether you go for the sweet or the savory, the hot beverages or cool smoothies, you will not be disappointed. The cosmopolitan ambiance in this café makes it a brilliant place to start a Sunday morning with their ‘Long Brunch’ either alone or with friends, or pop in on Saturday for their ‘Baby Brunch’.

2. Wiché Café Bakery

Bakery, Cafe, Contemporary, Vegetarian, Coffee

Wiché is a favorite brunch spot among the residents of Bilbao. It is a café bakery, a phenomenon rapidly increasing in popularity in the city, which offers a delectable breakfast menu. A simple and light internal décor brightens the morning, alongside the wonderful flavors of their dishes, which are all prepared with the utmost care to ensure freshness and elegant presentation. For a morning filled with happiness in the form of breads, crêpes, omelettes, salads, coffees and more, don’t miss Wiché Café Bakery.

3. El Café De Baluarte

Cafe, Restaurant, Spanish, European

El Café de Baluarte is a spacious and luminous restaurant which invites its customers to try a superb late brunch every Sunday. The chef aims to create innovative dishes, each one made using only seasonal ingredients to optimize freshness. Aside from enjoying the unique flavors of both the sweet and savory items on the brunch menu, feel entertained by jazz bands performing in El Café de Baluarte. Authentic and individual, this café in Pamplona has become one of the best locations to enjoy brunch.

4. Bistrot Catedral

Cafe, Coffee, Spanish

Just opposite Pamplona’s main cathedral stands Bistrot Catedral, a cozy cafe with an outdoor terrace which offers a splendid view of the cathedral. A Parisian-style interior welcomes customers to try a traditional brunch every Sunday. A carefully composed menu offers delights including eggs, breads, a sweet dessert, juices, hot beverages and more. Don’t miss out on a visit to Bistrot Catedral, an excellently located brunch spot offering good food with a spectacular view.

5. La Madame

Restaurant, European

San Sebastian-Donostia is the home of La Madame, a highly praised restaurant which offers some of the city’s best cuisine. Attention to detail is evident in La Madame, whether it is in the modern interior decoration, the melange of flavors or in the preparation of the dishes. La Madame proposes an attractive brunch deal, including a healthy option for those who are counting calories. If you’re in San Sebastian-Donostia and are in want of a good and satisfying brunch, make sure to make a trip to La Madame.

6. Fresa Y Chocolate Café

Cafe, Pastries

Fresa y Chocolate is a wonderful little café in the heart of Vitoria-Gasteiz. Here you can find everything from fresh pastries, homemade desserts, savory tarts, a variety of teas and coffees and fantastic fruit juices. Fresa y Chocolate boasts a menu which has many organic options and therefore guarantees quality in their flavorful dishes. The chefs prepare their creations with love and it shows in the beautiful presentation of the food and the delicious flavors in just one bite. Add to this a bit of live music and Fresa y Chocolate immediately becomes a cool place to relax in Vitoria-Gasteiz.