Demaio | Pizza Napoletana Contemporanea & Pasta Fresca - Jardines de Albia — Restaurant in Bilbao

Last night, I chose to celebrate my birthday at a restaurant in Bilbao, a decision I deeply regret. Despite arriving slightly before their advertised opening time of 8:00 PM, we found a line already forming outside. This early inconvenience was just the beginning of a disappointing evening.

From the moment we stepped inside, the service was anything but welcoming. The staff made it clear that they wanted us to eat quickly and leave, which completely ruined what should have been a cozy and enjoyable occasion with friends. The lack of air conditioning added to our discomfort, as did the tiny table barely large enough for the three of us. It felt more like we were being squeezed into a rushed business transaction than dining at a supposedly reputable establishment.

One of the most unpleasant aspects of the experience was the server’s attitude. As we were finishing our pizza, she immediately began clearing our plates—while I was still chewing—and pressured us to order dessert. When I mentioned that I was still eating, she curtly gave me "five more minutes." True to her word, she returned precisely five minutes later, ready to take my plate and ask about dessert. The tiramisu arrived quickly, but within ten minutes, she was already asking how we planned to pay, despite us having been there for less than an hour.

For a restaurant of this caliber, the experience was a profound disappointment. What should have been a memorable birthday dinner was instead marred by rushed, unfriendly service and a complete lack of comfort. I cannot recommend this place to anyone seeking a relaxed, enjoyable dining...

If you are a pizza lover this is the place to go. One of the best Neapolitan styled pizzas in Bilbao. Quality ingredients, San Marzano tomatoes sauce ,mozzarella from Agerola perfect dough texture and more. Wide range of options in pizzas made with a variety of ingredients for different tastes. Also has fresh home made pastas. Different options such us,Spaghettone, Rigatoni, Pappardelle and Caserecce. Each serve with a different delicious sauce. Me and my girlfriend had 2 pizzas ,

LA PRIMAVERA | 13,90€ Tomate San Marzano DOP, Mozzarella Ahumada de Agerola, Tomate Cherry Premium, Aceituna Morada gourmet. *Rúcula, *Parmigiano Reggiano de Monte DOP Gran Riserva 30 meses

Perfect vegetarian option .

And we also had the:

LA PICCANTISSIMA | 14,90€

Tomate San Marzano DOP, Mozzarella de Agerola cortada a mano, ‘Nduja Artesanal de Calabria, Salame Piccante Artesanal de Calabria.

Good spicy option .

Service staff really friendly. Good ,well paced Service. Perfect timing and divine Pizza .Clean dining room area and clean toilets . Parking garage close by if you drive and a few minutes walking to metro station ! Definitely a must to try . We will come back soon to try...

Our hotel was right across from this pizza place, and since my partner was craving pizza, it seemed like the perfect spot for dinner.

When we arrived, we noticed a long queue outside. To me, long queues usually mean the food is worth the wait, so my excitement grew. We didn’t have a reservation, but luckily, we still managed to get a table.

The staff were very friendly, spoke English well, and the atmosphere in the restaurant was warm and inviting.

We decided to try the monthly specials: a pizza and a pasta dish. The pizza, with its perfectly baked dough, was topped with smoked salmon, buffalo mozzarella, and an olive pâté. It was creamy, flavorful, and absolutely delicious.

The pasta, a rich lasagna, was just as indulgent. It was layered with three types of cheese: parmigiano, gorgonzola, and pecorino, along with chicory braised in red wine and a velvety béchamel sauce. Heavy, but so good!

Highly recommend if you’re...