In the heart of the Old Quarter of San Sebastián, Gandarías is a mandatory stop on the best routes for warm and cold pintxos in the city. Situated along Called 31 de Agosto, the bar specializes in bite-sized portions of Basque goodness, including Iberian hams, meats and other traditional style pintxos. What to order? The grilled sirloin steak, served medium-rare, with green pepper and sea salt.  The place is so well-known Anthony Bourdain recently dropped while filming “A Cook’s Tour.” Unlike most pintxos bars, Gandarías has a restaurant in the back, with an extensive traditional Basque menu and a wide range of national and international wines. Open all day, it is advisable to make a reservation for dinner.

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