🇪🇸FB travel | Bilbao

Baster 📍 Posta Kalea, 22, 48005 Bilbo, Bizkaia This old-town tavern feels like a well-loved family kitchen—weathered, warm, and full of locals. They pop in for a glass of wine 🍷, linger in the sun to chat, and even hug the owner on their way out. The menu lives on a chalkboard, the music’s easygoing, and the bathrooms? Spotlessly clean. The star here? Pintxos, made fresh to order in the tiny kitchen 👨🏻‍🍳. The selection’s small, but every bite hits: Crazy patatas bravas: Crispy outside, fluffy inside, served steaming hot. Irresistible. Bocata caramares: Fried squid stuffed into bread, with a spicy mayo that adds just enough kick—addictive, even after the last bite. Pro tip: Look for grilled green peppers in autumn—they’re seasonal, and worth the wait 😋. ARVO coffee & plants (Near the museum) 📍 Barraincúa Kalea, 9, 48009 Bilbo, Bizkaia A bright, airy spot with that effortless Instagram vibe ✨—half café, half brunch haven. Coffee: ☕ Their latte is magic. Smooth, mellow, with zero bitterness or acidity—easily the softest I’ve had in years. And the latte art? They whip up little animals like it’s no big deal 🐰. Sandwich: Chickpea hummus + oil-poached cherry tomatoes = a game-changer. The bread’s toasted to a satisfying crunch—sturdy enough to hold all the juicy fillings without getting soggy. Heard great things about their acai bowl, but bananas 🍌 are a no-go for me—next time! Running a restaurant is tough: nailing the vibe, the food, the service—everything. Major props to these spots for pulling it off so well 👏. #Bilbao #BilbaoTravel #SpainTravel