Within earshot of Pamplona’s Plaza de Toros, an old haunt of Ernest Hemingway whose image is immortalised in a bust outside the bullring, Txirrintxa – try saying that after a skinful – is technically the taproom of the Navarran Vasconia microbrewery that’s on-site. Boasting three large 1,000-litre tanks full of Munich Helles blonde, toasty dark German Dunkel and golden wheat beer, there’s never any fear of them running dry any time soon. But the pintxos, which line the counter waiting to be devoured, are not to be sniffed at either.

Hidden in the bustling streets of Pamplona, one may stumble upon the charming tavern known as Bar Txirrintxa. With its rustic interior and lively atmosphere, this place feels like a cross between your eccentric great aunt's basement and a medieval tavern. Whether you're yearning for some mouthwatering tapas or a refreshing drink, this delightful watering hole will surely leave you feeling happily confused about whether you've stepped into the past or simply had one too many drinks.

Located across two floors, Txirrintxa is a bar on the first floor and a restaurant on the second, allowing you to hit two types of venues without leaving the building. You can begin your evening dining at the restaurant enjoying classic Spanish dishes with a varied menu to match all needs. Then you can head to the bar and get stuck into a fine wine or Navarresse beer.

Discover the authentic tastes of Navarre at Txirrintxa, a premier grill restaurant in Pamplona offering delightful dishes in a vibrant setting.

Txirrintxa: There is not a fixed winner here, people usually ask for scrambled mushroom and ham. Recommendation: Octopus and potato’s tapa.