Herriko Taberna — Restaurant in Pamplona

I came off the Camino and stopped here. It looked good and got positive Google reviews. The young waitress refused to try and speak English with me even though my Spanish was obviously not strong enough or working. I wanted to ask if I could sit outside. The thing was her more responsible colleague frowned at her and it became obvious that she could speak English but was refusing to. She’s then short served me a beer and so I had to insist that she add more. The tortilla was good and the price was good. Customers who came in after me then hustled me out of my seat outside. All in all it was an inauspicious welcome to Pamplona. Funny thing was that as soon as I then turned the corner a whole panoply of choice opened...

The Taberna offers separate vegetarian and non-veggie Menú del Dias, which suited us perfectly! The food was all excellent (although my veggie partner was slightly disappointed that three items on that menú had run out when we visited!), and portion sizes were good - we left felling very well fed! The staff were universally welcoming and friendly - even while having to re-arrange tables to accommodate us) - and worked efficiently together to give a relaxing and unpressured experience. At €20 including coffee (and bread and wine/beer/cider, as you’d expect!) the menú isn’t the cheapest you can find, but given the quality and service we certainly felt it was...

I love this place. I went on a Thursday. Ordered a bottle of cider and was asked if I knew how to pour it. I thought I did but waitress explained that just pour a little and drink often. It was delicious, excellent cider. As I was ordering food the waiter asked if I would prefer to try the local special wraps they only serve on a Thursday. Great recommendation. Bacon and green pepper with cheese and gorgonzola sauce. Highly recommended. Also had wonderful Nachos as I just couldn't resist. Place is busy as expected and I'm definitely going back. Service and food above the already high...