Alameda

My visit to Alameda in Spain was nothing short of exceptional. It was the first Michelin-star restaurant I have visited where the experience truly felt worth the price. The service was the true standout. Elena, our server, was incredibly kind, attentive, and genuine. It felt like we formed a real connection. The rest of the staff were equally warm and professional, making us feel cared for from start to finish. The food was both impressive and deeply rooted in local tradition, showcasing the best of the region. The highlight for me was the local white fish, hake, perfectly prepared and bursting with flavor. The wine list was extensive, and the team guided us toward fantastic local selections that paired beautifully with our meal. The location added to the magic. We sat on the beautiful terrace overlooking a small river, surrounded by charming townhomes in a quaint local town, each with their own vegetable gardens. It is well worth taking a walk around before your meal to soak in the atmosphere. Alameda delivers on every level: service, food, wine, and location. A must-visit if you are looking for a Michelin experience that feels personal, memorable, and distinctly local.

I visited Alameda for a graduation lunch, and we all agreed it was an outstanding culinary experience. The multi-course menu offered a delightful variety of seafood, meats, and locally sourced veggies, all beautifully crafted and full of flavor. The atmosphere was serene and inviting, with an interior design that truly enhanced the dining experience. The staff were friendly and knowledgeable, especially when it came to helping us select wines to pair with our meal. Overall, I would rate this experience an 8/10, based on the quality of the food, the service, and the price. Most of the dishes were absolutely delicious, and I appreciated the creativity of the menu, which managed to stay grounded without venturing into overly abstract territory. That said, a few small details were overlooked – after the bread service, our table was left with crumbs for far too long, and it wasn’t cleared very thoroughly. While we did spend quite a bit on water (which felt a little excessive), it didn’t detract from what was ultimately an excellent experience. If you’re looking to treat yourself to a Michelin-quality meal in San Sebastián, I highly recommend Alameda. It’s a memorable spot for anyone who enjoys fine dining in a relaxed yet refined setting.

This was an experience I will remember for life. We had the Gartzinea menu with wine pairing. It was an incredible culinary tour through the region, with so much local produce highlighted across the menu. Also worth noting that my partner is allergic to shellfish, and his substitutions were just as good as the original dish. We were really impressed by the wine pairing, the sommelier did a fantastic job. We really enjoyed learning about each one and she was even happy to write everything down for us when we left. The service was phenomenal and friendly. We cannot wait to come back.

It was an amazing journey into the world of haute cuisine. We took the menu testing Hondarribia. All the dishes were in harmony with each other and were delicious. The service is at the highest level, the staff is polite and responsive. We will definitely come back again. ¡Muchas gracias!

We had a thoroughly enjoyable visit, experiencing a journey through the regional cuisine. Opting for the tasting menu accompanied by a bottle of local wine, every dish was delicious. I must give a special shoutout to the staff who were attentive, informative, and friendly without being overwhelming or judgmental. Whether you're a seasoned veteran of Michelin-starred restaurants or embarking on your first culinary adventure, Alameda provides an excellent immersion into Basque cuisine.

We had the Hondarribia with wine pairing. Incredible experience, the food was divine and the wine pairings were absolutely perfect. The staff were so knowledgable and passionate, definitely worth the half hour taxi ride from San Sebastián.

Fantastic dining experience. One of us is veggie, and they adjusted the tasting menu to fully accommodate me. It's such great value at €96 in our opinion for the amount of dishes and quality. You leave feeling full, helped by the excellent bread accompanying the food. Staff were very attentive and friendly too. A must visit when in the area. Highlights were the melon dessert and tomato starter, out of this world.

From the moment we entered until the moment we left, it was an exceptional dining experience! We were seated in the garden with the views of the green fields and the mountains; so magical. We ordered the Hondarribia menu. The waiter took the time to explain each dish, even giving us the backstories of the ingredients’ sourcing. Each meal was meticulously cooked, prepared, and designed - a feast for the eyes and our stomachs.

Outstanding Michellin star restaurant that was perfect from beginning to end. The seating is spacious, the ambiance is relaxed, and the food was as good as it gets. The prefix menu changes frequently. Each course is served with Silver Service and explained. Pacing was perfect. I attached our menu to give a sense of what's offered.

From the moment we were greeted to our check the service was excellent! The waited was fluent in English and described the menu with great descriptions. The started with local sardines and tomato jam that had the perfect balance. The regional in season white asparagus was so amazing, so tender and flavorful. The short rib we a special local dish that they added their own creatively to and the carrot purée was the right balance. We had local oysters in a local wine and like all things here it was great. Their belief is the source needs to be very close to the kitchen. The ambiance is clean with new designs and a pice of dirt wood at each table with the location. We would definitely recommend this restaurant to anyone.

Innovative, exceptional, expertly crafted. I did the hondarribia tasting menu for lunch which is the absolute perfect option for a taste of what their fine kitchen has to offer. Had the gazpacho to clear the palate and it was perfect. Then they went and put some foie gras chocolate next to it and I had to drop the spoon. Perfect match. Next up was the raw fish dish with a slew of accoutrements. Fish was so mf fresh. Excellent. Gambled with the next course that was a like a mash of mushroom, egg and sauce. But it was well done. Then they brought the house down with the best cooked fish I've had. A delight. The steak followed and it was a treat - paired with an insane red pepper purée type thing. Another palate cleanser/dessert followed and then we finished with the real desserts. Fitting that these offerings were an absolute pleasure as well. Need to come back for dinner.

We left disappointed in the quality of service and food. Perhaps it once was Michelin star worthy but not anymore. It started with no greeting after being seated, the table next to us being seated after, yet receiving menus and ordering first. Our waitress seemed new and a little forgetful. Our table ordered the full tasting menu. Then one of us kept finding bits of crab shells in his crab salad dish. My lobster with bone marrow was missing the marrow and when we sent it back they gave a new one but not after implying that there was nothing wrong with the first one....except there were 5 in our party who all had the same dish and it was obvious something wasn't right with mine. Not very Michelin star-like to blame the customer. Then the next dish they plopped down in front of one of us...perhaps pissed that we'd sent back the previous dish? As for the food...oyster and fish were good. Squid was too salty and lacked balance, and pigeon hash also lacked balance. Sadly, this was not a Michelin star experience.

I had the Hondarribia menu, which included: - two amuse bouche, but the one that stood out was chocolate covered foie gras with sea salt. Wow that was good! - scallop carpaccio with fish roe, tomato tartar, and almond emulsion. This was delicious, with the scallops so clean and fresh tasting, and all the ingredients combining well together - blood sausage and corn tortilla, apple, and arugula. His was like a fancy enchilada with bechamel, and was the only thing on the menu that was just "ok" - fish of the day with creamy rice and fennel. I don't remember the name of the fish in Spanish, but this was delicious! - red wine glazed oxtail with nuts and orange. The meat was incredibly tender and this dish was amazing - melting chocolate, passion fruit and coffee ice cream. This was arguably the least creative dish, though still very delicious For 60€ and wine pairing of 27€, this was not only a very good meal, but also a good value. Service is very professional and friendly. The ambiance is modern and clean. I would definitely visit again!

Our first experience with a Michelin star restaurant and we found everyone very friendly and helpful. All the food was explained to us (I.e. what order to eat different parts). We both got the tasting menu. I am a vegetarian and they made substitutions and checked with me ahead of time. Great food and unpretentious environment. Easy parking in lot across street.

Exceptional. Michelin star well deserved. The bar is high in San Sebastián and environs. It is safe to say that SS has become one of the greatest restaurant cities in the world. We made no advance reservations, however, and had to "settle" for a meal at Alameda in Hondaribbia, about 10 miles outside of SS near the French border. Lucky us! We had the prix fix menu for Sunday lunch - €60 + €27 with wine pairing (a must!) Everything was exceptional - environment, service, presentation, color, ingredient quality and even personal attention from the owner. Oh, did I mention taste? Superb! I do not consider myself a "foodie" but I have been to fine restaurants in large cities over many decades. I like Chef's Table but candidly most of the restaurants come across as overly fussy and even gimmicky. Alameda has no gimmicks - just extraordinary food that you will not forget. If I lived in SS I would be a regular customer. Simply the best meal I have ever had.

Michelin 1-star very well deserved! The 60 euro tasting menu with wine pairing left us very full and drunk. My favorites were the low-tempered egg, foie gras chocolate bonbons, and carrot whipped soup. Much much better than another 1-star in the area Kokoxta. Note that Alameda is a 40-min bus from San Sebastián. The town Hondarribia is cute but not much to do. Only complaint was the view from the terrace wasn't great with a highway and unwieldy public garden.

We had an amazing dinner here, about as good as it gets. I was a little discouraged when there was only one other couple in the restaurant when we arrived, but no matter, we had a wonderful time. The servers were very attentive (maybe lurking a little too much at times), but they did a wonderful job of explaining each of the dishes as they were served (we did the tasting menu). Each course was wonderful, and this was definitely one of our favorite meals in our journey across Spain.