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What to order at La Vina del Ensanche
- Must order
- The Joselito ham on crystal bread at the counter; the croquetas de jamon as a second.
- Signature dishes
- Jamon Iberico Joselito, Croquetas de jamon, Bonito
- Editor tip
- The taller (workshop room) is a more intimate sit-down service; book for the tasting menu. The deli sells the same hams to take away.
CuisineBasque Pintxos
Price€€
Neighborhoodabando
HoursMon closed; Tue-Thu 10:00-22:30; Fri 10:00-23:00; Sat 13:00-23:00; Sun closed
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Signature dishes: Jamon Iberico Joselito, Croquetas de jamon, Bonito
Must order: The Joselito ham on crystal bread at the counter; the croquetas de jamon as a second.
Tip: The taller (workshop room) is a more intimate sit-down service; book for the tasting menu. The deli sells the same hams to take away.
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Location
Address: Calle Diputacion 10, 48008 Bilbao
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