Kimtxu
Asian fusion restaurant · Abando ·

Kimtxu

Asian fusion restaurant · Abando ·

Asian-Basque fusion dishes with innovative flavors & presentations

asian basque fusion
tasting menu
innovative food
well executed
great service
friendly staff
dumplings
bahn mi
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Henao Kalea, 17, Abando, 48009 Bilbao, Bizkaia, Spain Get directions

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Reservations required
Restroom
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Cozy

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Henao Kalea, 17, Abando, 48009 Bilbao, Bizkaia, Spain Get directions

+34 946 52 78 92
kimtxu.com
@kim_txu

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Features

•Reservations required
•Restroom
•Popular for lunch
•Popular for dinner
•Cozy
•Trendy
•Family friendly
•Good for groups

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Jan 18, 2026

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"A somewhat surprising Asian “taberna” in Bilbao with an informal atmosphere to make you feel at home and open your mind and tastebuds to new, interesting flavours from around the world. Owner-chef Iván Abril rethinks oriental cooking through techniques acquired in London and Hong Kong, but always using superb Basque products and varying the dishes he offers in line with seasonal ingredients. The backdrop of impeccable, contemporary taberna-style decor is partly inspired by Asian culture. The à la carte, featuring an array of simple yet tasty and well-balanced dishes (we particularly enjoy the fun Banh-mi: a Vietnamese snack with a brioche bun, Iberian pork cheek, pickles and foie gras powder), is complemented by a 7-course tasting menu that takes its name from the restaurant." - Michelin Inspector

https://guide.michelin.com/en/pais-vasco/bilbao/restaurant/kimtxu
Kimtxu

J P

Google
Amazing tasting menu of Asian / Basque fusion dishes! Well paced meal, didnt feel rushed. Staff very friendly and spoke English/ explained each dish. Lucky to secure last minute reservation at opening time. Got very busy an hour later! Recommend!

Elizabeth J.

Google
The ambient atmosphere was simple yet spacious to complement the food. The starters happened to be the most striking dishes, especially the tuna tartar (tartar de atún) bites and the nigiri croquettes (Niguiri‑croqueta de anguila). The flavors and textures were more complex and interesting than the mains we felt. For the price, the unique wine list (especially the Madame Flock PMV red blend) and the starters felt more worth it than the mains (Wok de verduras y setas, Merluza de pincho en tempura, curry verde Thai).

Pixie T.

Google
one of my favorite meals in Bilbao. the fusion of Asian techniques with Basque ingredients creates such unique flavors that are so satisfying. as someone whose comfort food is Asian food, this gave me the nostalgia, but with a twist. every meal was very intentional, from the flavors to the presentation. i really loved it. very ambient and great atmosphere. our servers were great as well. if you like top notch, gourmet-level meals, this place is for you!

Diana K.

Google
Every time I come here, the food only get better!! Recommend the steak tartare, but everything on the menu is 10/10 🙏

Neer S.

Google
Tried their tasting menu. It started off really really well with an anchovie on toast but then unfortunately went down hill. Provided feedback that their main dishes came out way too hot and burned my tongue, which made enjoying the rest of the meal very tough. Definitely recommend the croquette and the bahn mi.

Xabier G.

Google
I’ll be frank: food here is pretty good, but it’s definitely, undeniably overpriced, and that’s the main reason why I give them 3 stars instead of 4. Is the food good quality? For sure. Staff were not the most helpful but they did overall fine. Food portions for the price are far too small, however tasty and well prepared. Restaurants don’t exist in a vacuum, and they can’t price their food pretending that no other establishments exist around every corner where one can eat similar quality food or just a tad below Kimtxu’s level, but paying easily one third less. I’m glad I tried this place, but I also see no reason to come back at these prices. I can eat similarly well and pay considerably less at many restaurants in Bilbao.

Alden M.

Google
This place is a treat. We got the larger menu and it was absolutely fantastic. The food was innovative, different, and well executed. In addition, the service was 100% spot on. The flavors were well thought out and came together in interesting ways rarely seen outside of far more expensive restaurants. If you're in the area, this place is definitely worth a visit.

Eleni M.

Google
I loved everything and can’t recommend it enough for your lunch or dinner! Would definitely come back!
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Marie I.

Yelp
Walked in at 12:45 pm on a Sat. & were seated after agreeing to free our table by 2:45 pm, as the restaurant was sold out. Had great service & was very please by this Basco-Asian fusion food! Great experience!
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Dan W.

Yelp
One of those incredible dining experiences that leaves you with a glow. We were lucky to get a seat without reservations, right next to a window looking into the kitchen, so we got to watch the work behind the magic. After a couple minutes of struggle, the wait staff printed a copy of the menu in English for us. It ended up just being a road map, because we chose the 6 course chef's menu, and we were so glad we did. From the miso/jamon shooter as an appetitive, through starters like cuttlefish salad and marinated mackerel, ending in incredible main courses like a sou vide cod on cauliflower purée or the pork shoulder.... Each course was better than the last. Only two negatives... The dessert was a bit of a miss. A lemon meringue, the custard was to tart, and the almond cookie crust too salty. Also, the pace of dining was a bit rushed, and not the leisurely experience we've come to love about Spain. But those both were small complaints next to the wonderful dinner and incredible service. If you're in Bilbao, you must try this place.
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Esther L.

Yelp
Highly recommend this place! We had an amazing diner here. We waiter suggested us how to build up our dinner. We had anchovis in yuzu and soy, asian style ceviche. Followed by refined dumplings and ox tail in canaloni. Mind blowing!

Pat B.

Yelp
This was probably one of the best dinners i had on our trip to spain. Its not really fusion food but more their version of asian dishes using local products. No English menus which is ok as we were still able to understand most of what the dishes were. Our waiter spoke some English and was very friendly and helpful. We had the dumplings that came in ham broth i believe. Pad thai. Hake and for dessert french toast with coconut cream. The dessert was so good we ordered another serving. Thank you for a great meal