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What to order at Victor Montes
- Must order
- The grilled mushrooms with foie gras; a glass of old wine from the cellar.
- Signature dishes
- Grilled mushrooms with foie, Iberian charcuterie, Old wines
- Editor tip
- The terrace facing Plaza Nueva is the spot in summer; the back dining room takes reservations.
CuisineTraditional Basque
Price€€€
Neighborhoodcasco-viejo
HoursMon-Thu 11:00-23:00; Fri-Sat 11:00-24:00; Sun 11:00-23:00
Phone+34944157067
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Signature dishes: Grilled mushrooms with foie, Iberian charcuterie, Old wines
Must order: The grilled mushrooms with foie gras; a glass of old wine from the cellar.
Tip: The terrace facing Plaza Nueva is the spot in summer; the back dining room takes reservations.
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Location
Address: Plaza Nueva 8, 48005 Bilbao
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