The post-industrial cultural quarter east of Gros around the Tabakalera arts centre, with vegan kitchens, new wine bars and a younger crowd that crosses for late dinner.
Le Bukowski on Calle Egia in San Sebastian has been the city's underground music club since 1988, programming rock, funk, soul and electronica concerts plus.
Tip: Closed Sunday; concerts run from 21:30 most nights and the DJ floor stays open to 04:00 Friday and Saturday. Egia sits a 10 minute walk from Gros.
Dabadaba on Calle Mundaiz in San Sebastian is the Egia concert hall and club booking indie rock, electronic, hip hop and DJ-led nights for a younger.
Tip: Programming runs Wednesday through Saturday from 22:00; check the dabadabass.com calendar for the headliner. The room is small, ticketed gigs sell out fast.