Bilbao Steakhouse, Spain 🥩 & Seafood Restaurant 🐟 Share

🍽️ Two Standout Spots in Bilbao: A World-Top Steakhouse & a Seafood Gem From a globally ranked steakhouse to a Basque seafood spot, these two restaurants left distinct impressions—one for its bold aging, the other for its garlicky, olive-oil-kissed flavors. Here’s the breakdown: 🥩 Amaren: World’s 16th Best Steakhouse (Big Flavors, Bigger Portions) Ranked 16th globally for a reason—Amaren is all about serious steak. We opted for their 110-day aged Spanish beef (from Galicia; skipped the 120-day Portuguese option), and it was a masterclass in dry-aging. Carpaccio: A great opener—light, fresh, and gone in three bites. Simple, but a nice palate primer. The steak: Massive portions, rich with marbling. First few bites? Pure joy—juicy, buttery, and full of deep, meaty flavor. But warning: It’s rich. By the end, we were stuffed, picking at the last bits with salt (no waste here! 😂). Aging quirk: The edges carried a strong, almost cured-meat vibe—intense, but part of the appeal for aged-beef lovers. ⚠️ Heads up: The AC barely works. It was sweltering—dress light, or prepare to eat through a sweat. 🐟 La Venta del Romerete: Basque Seafood with Garlic-Oil Magic Craving Basque-style turbot? This spot delivers—though with a very consistent flavor profile. Star of the show: Their grilled turbot, and honestly, all seafood, leans hard into garlic + olive oil + chili flakes. It’s fragrant, bold, and addictive at first—we’d just returned from Dragonstone (yes, that one), starving, and mopped every drop of sauce with bread. Surprise hit: The clams. Sweet, briny, and perfectly cooked—easily the most memorable dish. The catch: After a few courses, the garlic-oil-chili combo starts to feel repetitive. By the end, we were a little underwhelmed. Still, with a 4.7 Google rating and a laid-back vibe (not crowded when we went), it’s great for a last-minute seafood fix. 🌟 Final Takes Amaren: Go for the aged steak experience—just pace yourself, and skip the jacket. La Venta del Romerete: Perfect for garlic lovers, but mix in a non-garlicky dish to avoid flavor fatigue. Both worth a visit, but for very different cravings. #BilbaoEats #WorldTopSteakhouse #BasqueSeafood #SpanishFood #TravelEats