Kokotxa

Kokotxa is a Michelin one-star restaurant situated in the historic old town of San Sebastián, near the Basilica of Santa Maria and La Concha beach. The venue serves modern Basque cuisine crafted from locally sourced, seasonal ingredients that echo the surrounding environment. Signature dishes include a crispy centollo (spider crab) salad with codium, seasonal sweetbreads paired with Comté cheese, and grilled kokotxas (fish cheeks). Menus are carefully composed around the freshest products, emphasizing quality and innovation. Dinings at Kokotxa take place in an elegant and intimate setting that reflects the charm of its historic district location. The restaurant serves tasting and market menus complemented by a wine list featuring 400 references from small producers, along with curated pairings. The kitchen does not accommodate severe allergies or offer vegetarian or vegan menus. A strict cancellation policy and dress code apply, with admission limited to guests aged eight and older. Notable specialties extend to pichón de Bresse with vanilla and corn torrija, carabinero with cauliflower and caviar, yogurt with blood orange and mandarin, and chocolate with green tea and miso, delivering a refined culinary journey rooted in Basque heritage.