Akelarre was a very memorable experience. The service and view are incredible. The food overall is very good, some highlights, but also some bites weren't exceptional. Presentations were very pretty, and you can tell a lot of thought goes into every course. I'd definitely return here, a great place to have a lunch and escape downtown San Sebastian.
We ordered two different menus and shared everything to get more tastes. Some highlights from the Aranori menu - egg with caviar and cauliflower puree (my favorite dish of the meal), squid "risotto", sheep milk dessert. Highlights from the classics included the lobster salad, rice with snails, sauteed foie gras with "salt flakes and grain pepper" (what were these?? so good), the millet with sauce "fusilli", gin-tonic on a plate, and the basque egg pastry with coconut cloud ice cream.
Very unique techniques, showcasing the gastronomy and creativity of the chef. Thoroughly enjoyed the meal here.
Akelare is unparalleled in many ways, in terms of creativity, atmosphere, and of course, food. The food was simply amazing, likely the best fine dining experience I've had. It's hard to believe I would ever say that a tasting menu of €195 is a "bargain," and yet here we are.
They offered three tasting menu options. I opted for the sampling of the restaurant's signature dishes, my wife ordered the newer creations. I enjoyed the food tremendously.
The restaurant is also nicely designed and laid out. It's highlighted by spectacular views of Bay of Biscay. There isn't a bad seat in the house, plus it didn't get too noisy inside.
I love Akelare.
Delicious. We came here for lunch. There is construction underneath the windows so the view is not as good as it used to be. Each dish was nicely presented with a mix of some gastronomy and traditional cooking.
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