What to order at La Cuchara de San Telmo (counter)

Signature drink
Half-bottle of Rioja with the carrillera
Editor tip
The carrillera with a Rioja red is the canonical Cuchara order. Queue early.
CuisineCocktail bar
TypeModern pintxo counter
Price€€€
Signature drinkHalf-bottle of Rioja with the carrillera
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Food program: Modern Basque made-to-order pintxos

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Address: Calle 31 de Agosto 28, 20003 Donostia-San Sebastian, San Sebastián

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