About Amarena

Stepping inside Amarena reveals a subtle blend of contemporary design and inviting warmth, which sets a comfortable stage for a diverse dining experience. Unlike typical basque eateries, the atmosphere strikes a balance that appeals to both local tastes and curious visitors, visible even in the candid Amarena photos shared online. Attentiveness from staff contributes to a smooth, unobtrusive flow, though moments of delay in peak hours hint at occasional lapses in pace—a factor often noted among Amarena reviews. This nuanced dynamic plays a key role in shaping overall impressions far beyond what the address alone might suggest.

The Amarena menu brings a thoughtful combination of traditional and experimental dishes, where classic ingredients mingle with unexpected flavor pairings. A standout includes the locally inspired seafood, which arrives fresh and well-seasoned, though some dishes lean towards conservative presentation. Intriguingly, the balance between portion size and price offers insight into the restaurant's positioning—not quite casual dining, yet avoiding the rigid formality that sometimes discourages repeat visits. Observing the dining outcome, it's apparent that Amarena manages to satisfy a spectrum of palates without veering into predictability, a trait that many food enthusiasts explore when consulting Amarena restaurant reviews.

Among the subtle details contributing to the dining experience is how space is utilized, influencing both comfort and acoustic levels, aspects often overlooked when browsing Amarena reviews online. The interplay between ambient noise and seating arrangement occasionally challenges intimate conversations but simultaneously energizes the overall vibe. While the dessert offerings may not enchant every guest, the overall culinary narrative and reliable service create a cohesive and memorable outing. For anyone diving into Amarena’s dining scene, it’s these layered experiences—captured in part by shared Amarena photos and firsthand accounts—that enrich the understanding beyond mere location or menu listings.

Business Info

Service options

Service options

+ Outdoor seating

+ Dine-in

+ Delivery

Highlights

Highlights

+ Great coffee

+ Great wine list

Popular for

Popular for

+ Lunch

+ Dinner

+ Solo dining

Accessibility

Accessibility

+ Wheelchair-accessible entrance

+ Wheelchair-accessible seating

+ Wheelchair-accessible toilet

+ Wheelchair-accessible car park

Offerings

Offerings

+ Alcohol

+ Beer

+ Coffee

+ Healthy options

+ Spirits

+ Wine

Dining options

Dining options

+ Lunch

+ Dinner

+ Dessert

+ Seating

+ Table service

Amenities

Amenities

+ Toilet

Atmosphere

Atmosphere

+ Casual

+ Cosy

+ Quiet

+ Trendy

Crowd

Crowd

+ Groups

+ Tourists

Planning

Planning

+ Lunch reservations recommended

+ Dinner reservations recommended

+ Accepts reservations

Payments

Payments

+ Credit cards

+ Debit cards

+ NFC mobile payments

+ Credit cards

Parking

Parking

+ Paid parking lot

+ Parking

Hour time open

Right Now :

  • Monday: 01:00 PM - 04:00 PM ,
    07:00 PM - 11:30 PM
  • Tuesday: 01:00 PM - 04:00 PM ,
    07:00 PM - 11:30 PM
  • Wednesday: 01:00 PM - 04:00 PM ,
    07:00 PM - 11:30 PM
  • Thursday: 01:00 PM - 04:00 PM ,
    07:00 PM - 11:30 PM
  • Friday: 01:00 PM - 04:00 PM ,
    07:00 PM - 12:00 AM
  • Saturday: 01:00 PM - 04:00 PM ,
    07:00 PM - 12:00 AM
  • Sunday: 01:00 PM - 04:00 PM ,
    07:00 PM - 12:00 AM
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+34 944 16 94 21

Andra Maria Kalea, 18, Ibaiondo, 48005 Bilbao, Bizkaia, Spain

Reviews

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We had the “menu”, which for non-Spaniards means an affordable pre-fixed price. Our menu was 19 euros/ person for a 2-course meal plus dessert and a full bottle of wine. We found this to be an excellent value and our meal was delicious. The service was good, although the waiter tried to rush us at first to sit down even though my wife was still trying to get her things settled. We had a very civilized, very pleasant lunch experience in a cobble-stoned part of town. We highly recommend Amarena. PS - Photo is of the monkfish which I’ve never had before. It was tasty with a consistency almost like lobster.

- Ronald Budhi -

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Four of us had the menu del dìa and every dish was fantastic - full of flavour and generous portions. For €20 each we had 3 courses, wine, water and bread - hard to beat!!

- Shane Jordan -

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Had a really tasty meal. The starters were delicious and the paella was beautiful. Recommend this restaurant for a good meal with friendly service in a lovely looking restaurant.

- Siân Chapple -

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If you come for dinner, please get the Seafood Paella! It was the best food experience I have had in a long time! It has beautiful flavours and the rice was done perfectly. Service was great and patient too. Unfortunately there weren't many others dining but that just meant that the staff were there to help more. Overall, a great dinner in a smart but relaxed restaurant!

- Finn Dixon -

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Lovely food, very easy and good price. €20 each for 3 course, bottle of wine and a big bottle of water. Muy rico!

- Megan -

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