Restaurante Hiria — Restaurant in Orduña-Urduña

As the sun dipped below the horizon, casting its final embrace upon the rugged landscape of Urduña, I found myself perched at the threshold of gastronomic delight. After a grueling day of cycling up the treacherous slopes to behold the majestic Salto de Nervion, my appetite surged with anticipation for the culinary treasures awaiting me. With high hopes and a ravenous hunger and such few choices open, I ventured into this quaint Basque restaurant, eager to savor the flavors of the region.

Upon perusing the menu, my gaze fixated on the promise of succulent solomillo, accompanied by a medley of fries and peppers. It sounded like the perfect reward for a day of exertion, a symphony of flavors to tantalize the taste buds. As the dish arrived, my eyes widened in awe at the presentation before me. The solomillo, glistening with savory juices, nestled beside a heap of golden fries and vibrant peppers, exuded an aura of culinary mastery.

However, as I eagerly plunged my knife into the tender flesh of the solomillo, my excitement swiftly gave way to great disappointment on the cusp of disdain. The meat, though visually tantalizing, was disappointingly cold inside—almost as if it had been neglected in the journey from kitchen to table. Disheartened but determined, I beckoned the waitress, who, to her credit, responded with graciousness and alacrity.

With a quick exchange and a courteous nod, my dish vanished into the depths of the kitchen, leaving behind a lingering sense of uncertainty. Would the solomillo return rejuvenated, its flavors reinvigorated by the heat of the grill, or would it succumb to the fate of reheated mediocrity?

To my astonishment, mere minutes later, the solomillo reemerged from the kitchen, steaming with newfound vigor. Its once tepid interior now pulsated with warmth, as if reawakened by some divine intervention. Yet, as I marveled at its miraculous transformation, a nagging suspicion crept into my mind.

Could it be that behind the curtain of culinary mystique lies not the mastery of flame and smoke, but the hum of a microwave's mechanical embrace? It was a conundrum that lingered in the air, casting a shadow over the culinary experience. What a way to end the day, cold meat treated with radiation.

As I bid farewell to this Basque restaurant, my taste buds tinged with the lingering memory of disappointment, I couldn't help but ponder the implications of this encounter. Basque cuisine, revered for its tradition and innovation, stands as a beacon of culinary excellence. Yet, in the face of modern conveniences, might there be a temptation to sacrifice authenticity and reputation for expediency?

Only time will tell if this fleeting disappointment tarnishes the illustrious reputation of Basque cuisine. For now, let us savor the moments of triumph and endure the occasional stumble along the culinary journey—a testament to the ever-evolving landscape of gastronomic...

Visiting the town for some hiking in the surrounding hills. Came here for a menu del dia.

We were seated by a friendly waiter and a bottle of red wine, a bottle of water and a basket of fresh crispy bread was placed on the table. A very friendly waitress with a great attitude took our order.

First Course. My wife ordered Stuffed Peppers with a Bacalao Pate filling. I ordered a Fish Pate. Both dishes were just fantastic.

Second Course. My wife ordered the Grilled Fish with Baked Potatoes. I ordered Eggs, Black Pudding, Ham and Fries. Again both dishes were delicious. I really loved my dish the black pudding was fab.

Desert. My wife had the Caramel Cake and I had the Black Berry Cake. A fantastic finish to the meal.

This is probably the best menu del dia we have eaten in the last 7 months touring Spain. The presentation of the dishes was top drawer. The taste of all dishes were fantastic. The chef here really loves their job and it shows. If you are visiting you must try the food here.

The total was thirty euro paid...

Even though there are not many options around the area for food, which seems to be the reason for such a high number of reviews and a higher rating for this place, I would not recommend this place for a proper lunch/dinner. We tried some pintxos during the late evening and they were ok, however food for dinner was not good at all compared to what we had tasted in other places in the Basque Country. The food lacked flavour and seemed to be cooked with bare minimum effort! Also, the inside of the restaurant was pretty hot and the AC felt like to was struggling to keep up. We asked if we could sit outside on the patio, but were told no for dinner time, but we saw others coming in later were accommodated for...