Begin your culinary journey at Plaza del Castillo, the heart of Pamplona. If you arrive early, enjoy a coffee at the iconic Café Iruña, famously frequented by Ernest Hemingway. Pair it with a jamón montadito or a Spanish omelet for the perfect start.
From the plaza, head to the famous Calle Estafeta, known for the San Fermín bull runs. Your first stop is Bar Gaucho, where you’ll taste their grilled foie pintxo, a true delicacy. A little further, at Casa Otano, savor pintxos like sirloin with goat cheese or an exquisite txangurro (spider crab), blending tradition with modern flavors.
Continue to Calle San Nicolás, another must-visit for pintxos lovers. At Bar Fitero, try stuffed peppers or fresh seafood, and don’t miss their delicious croquettes. Also, visit Bar Baserriberri, where creative pintxos like low-temperature egg or octopus with confit potatoes will surprise you with every bite.
Just a few steps away on Calle Comedias, stop at Bar La Comedia. Here, you’ll find a variety of croquettes and other classics like gildas (olive, anchovy, and chili skewers) or mini bocadillos (small sandwiches) of all kinds.
On Calle Mercaderes, Bar Iruñazarra will impress you with oxtail ravioli or a delicious wild mushroom risotto, where tradition meets innovation in both presentation and flavor.
Head back to Calle San Nicolás, where Bar La Mandarra de la Ramos awaits with pintxos like Iberian ham toast with baby eels or bacalao al ajoarriero—true examples of local cuisine.
End your pintxos tour at Bar Amatxo, near Pamplona’s Cathedral. A relatively new spot, it has quickly won over the locals with a diverse menu of both modern and traditional pintxos. With a glass of wine or a traditional Navarrese pacharán, this is the perfect way to close your pintxos tour in Pamplona.
