Café Iruña
- from EUR 23.80
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Café Iruña is a café in central Bilbao, opposite Jardines de Albia, with a Mudéjar-inspired interior.
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Why go
- Shikabobs served at night, described as a rare find in Bilbao.
- An annual Sanfermines chupinazo at noon on the eve of San Fermín, alongside Pamplona’s launch.
Opening hours
Today09:00 – 02:00Show all
Monday09:00 – 23:00
Tuesday09:00 – 23:00
Wednesday09:00 – 23:00
Thursday09:00 – 23:00
Friday09:00 – 02:00
Saturday11:00 – 00:00
Sunday11:00 – 23:00
Good to know
BreakfastLunchDinnerBrunchLate NightDrinksFree WifiFull BarOutdoor SeatingReservationsServes AlcoholTable ServiceWheelchair Accessible
Atmosphere
- The 300-square-metre interior is divided into distinct spaces, with decorative tiles, Mudéjar-inspired design, Arabesque motifs and antique mouldings.
- The café has 30 tables and space for 200 people.
- A terrace is available from February through December.
Working with a laptop
- Wi-Fi Free Wi-Fi.
Good for
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch and dinner
- Late-night food and drinks
History
Architect Joaquín Rucoba decorated the café; he also decorated the Salón árabe in Bilbao’s city hall. The café hosted political, social and cultural events and welcomed Pío Baroja, Miguel de Unamuno and Indalecio Prieto.
- 1903Promoter Severo Unzue Donamaría opened Café Iruña on July 7.
- 1980Café Iruña was declared a singular monument.
How to get there
- On footColón de Larreátegui Kalea 13, at the junction with Berastegui. Entrances are on both streets; Ledesma street is nearby.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair access
Sources: Café Iruña (Bilbao) - Wikipedia · Bilbao - Wikivoyage (drink) · Café IRUÑA - Desde hace un siglo «con mucho gus… · checked 28 Sep 2026
Where
Colón de Larreátegui Kalea, 13, Bilbao
- Website
- cafeirunabilbao.net/
- Phone
- +34 944 23 70 21
Questions and answers
What food does Café Iruña serve?
Varied pintxos, breakfasts, weekday and weekend menus, and à la carte snacks.
When is Café Iruña open?
Monday–Thursday 09:00–23:00; Friday 09:00–02:00 Saturday; Saturday 11:00–midnight; Sunday 11:00–23:00.
Which meals are served at Café Iruña?
Breakfast, lunch, dinner, brunch, late-night food and drinks.
Where can I see the Café Iruña menu?
View the menu: https://www.grupoiruna.net/menus/cafe_irunia/menu_del_dia.pdf
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