Elkano

Getaria, Spain

• No.24 The World's 50 Best Restaurants 2025
• No.28 The World's 50 Best Restaurants 2024

Aitor Arregui's father, Pedro, used to say that to buy the best fish, you have to look the animal in the eyes to see if they still have their brightness: that means the fish is truly fresh. Today, the family-run restaurant has grown from a small street-side grill opened in 1964 to one of the Basque Country's most exclusive seafood restaurants, and a seasoned regular on The World's 50 Best list. It's known for its tradition of roasting fish whole, skin and all, with turbot and sole as major players, complemented by a Cantabrian Sea-inspired menu that includes fish cheeks (battered, smoked or pil-pil), smoke-licked wild mushrooms and a silky seafood bisque. There's also sirloin and lobster if you fancy something richer still, plus a range of lavish, locally inspired desserts.

Key Information

• Tasting menu from $228
• Lunch: Tues – Thurs Lunch and dinner: Friday – Sat
• +34 943 140 024
• Visit Elkano's Website

Location

Herrerieta Kalea 2, Getaria, 20808