Pagadi — Restaurant in San Sebastián

I am leaving Gros after being here a month. I am a chef of 30 years from Boston USA. Pagadi became my favorite for a truly Basque experience. After eating at almost every place in San Sebastián (lol), my vote would always go back to Pagadi for food, and the lovely people. This is a locals tavern with spectacular food. It must be approached as the privilege it is to be amongst truly Basque people. They are food, drink, and social lovers! I have read the negative reviews from tourists. I know who you are. And you have Old Town, Coney Island, Las Vegas, and cruise ships. The street that Pagadi is on must be approached humbly, and respectfully to get back the beautiful graciousness of the Basque locals. USA is approaching 275 years anniversary. Basque people have been a culture for 40,000. The cod served in three different ways here is the best I’ve ever had. All hot pintxos are made to order, not microwaved, and are perfection. It is a must try, but “read the room”, tread humbly and be amazed. In the case of Pagadi, you are a guest in their...

The older waitress is extremely rude and hostile to non locals. I asked her to clean out table and was met with a torrent of abuse even though I was polite and speaking Spanish. The place was filthy and staff nasty. We left because of that ridiculous person. Does she not realise the customer pays her wage. Stay away. There are much nicer places a few...

A real shame I have to give a poor review here because the food was absolutely delicious and arrived quickly. Unfortunately we experienced what many other reviews refer to, which was the unfriendliness of staff. As tourists we did not feel welcome here, we were often ignored or treated differently to locals despite us...