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Bar Luzea

The guide was updated: 2023-04-13

This tapas bar is perfect for a busy party crowd. While it’s not a bar for an extended dinner, the excellent pintxos selection provides an ideal quick refreshment. Just pop in and have a bite with your beer before you take off and walk off into the vibrating nightlife of Bilbao.

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Address: García Rivero Maisuaren Kalea 8, Bilbao
Opening hours: Daily noon–10:30pm
Phone: +34 944 05 34 79

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Bilborock

Bilborock

This interesting concert hall is a repurposed church dating back to the 17th century. Accommodating music concerts of all kinds, cinema screenings, poetry evenings, theatre plays, dance shows, workshops, and other cultural events, Bilborock is a space for creativity in the city. Check out the event calendar on their website to see what's on while you're in Bilbao.

Licenciado Poza

Licenciado Poza

Licenciado Poza is a street commonly known by young locals simply as 'Pozas'. It is one of the most popular places for an evening out on the town. Located in the area of Indautxu, there isn't anything more central than Pozas. Bars and restaurants line this road from end to end, making it an incredibly popular spot for the local pastime of bar-hopping, especially on Thursdays and at the weekend. On match days, when the city's football team Athletic Club Bilbao is playing either home or away, the street fills up with passionate fans donned in red and white and known for their liveliness and friendly demeanour. They will very happily occupy the bars, terraces, and pavements, and even pour out into the middle of the road to pass the time before heading to the stadium at the end of the street to watch their beloved team play.

Café Bar Bilbao

Café Bar Bilbao

Bustling retro bar off Plaza Nueva serving pintxos and snacks alongside coffee and beers.

Bihotz

Bihotz

Part craft beer bar, part coffee shop, part neighbourhood hangout, Bihotz has it all. As soon as you walk through the door, you will instantly feel at home in the cafe's casual interior. Besides coffee, at Bihotz, you'll find only the best of the best beers from local brewers.

Bar El Globo

Bar El Globo

Cosy tapas bar for a wide variety of pintxos, good Spanish wines, and finding new friends among the locals of Bilbao. They also have an entire section of the menu dedicated to vegetarian dishes. El Globo is located right by the metro beside the Palacio de la Diputación, which makes it a short walk right to the bar.

Kafe Antzokia

Kafe Antzokia

Kafe Antzokia used to be an old theatre, but got refurbished and turned into a multi-purpose venue. It is known as a live music stage with a vibrant atmosphere, where both local and international artists put on their performances. Every weekend the place becomes a popular nightclub with DJs mixing their beats until late. If you want to feel what it's like to be on stage, every day of the week you can have lunch on the actual stage where the band or artist has performed. Who doesn't want to feel like a rock star?

Sala Santana 27 / Discoteca Fever

Sala Santana 27 / Discoteca Fever

Bring your dancing shoes because Fever will make you move like you have never moved before. This nightclub is a local favourite and features well-known DJs and live acts on a regular basis. Look out for the Art After Dark Parties in the atrium of the Guggenheim Museum, also presented by Fever.

Molly Malone

Molly Malone

If you're Irish, stopping at Molly Malone will give you the feeling of coming home. It's the most Irish bar you will find in Spain. From the beer to the food, even the music, it's all about Ireland. The rustic décor and the warm atmosphere welcome each guest, and the next Guinness is always within arm’s reach. If you are not in the mood for Irish dishes, you can, also enjoy traditional pintxos while you're there.

Bar Luzea

Bar Luzea

This tapas bar is perfect for a busy party crowd. While it’s not a bar for an extended dinner, the excellent pintxos selection provides an ideal quick refreshment. Just pop in and have a bite with your beer before you take off and walk off into the vibrating nightlife of Bilbao.

Kubrick Bar Bilbao

Kubrick Bar Bilbao

As the name suggests, this place is dedicated to the great director Stanley Kubrick. Posters and screens recall memorable scenes from his movies, and you will find yourself in a very cinematic setting. While the bar mainly serves evening guests, it also offers breakfast and meals at any time of day. Stop by to experience one of their shows, outdoor live music, cabarets, or parties.

Nerbion

Nerbion

A mix of café and bar, this upbeat location is popular with the young urban crowd. Vintage furniture meets the modern lifestyle here, and you can have a great time being in the artistic student neighbourhood. On top of that, Nerbion offers an amazing view of the river.

Karaoke Rendez Vous

Karaoke Rendez Vous

Karaoke Rendez Vous offers you a stage instead of you just singing your heart out in the shower. Rendez Vous has been around for over 15 years and provides the ideal location for stepping out of your comfort zone. Take the microphone, choose your favourite classic 80s and 90s hits, such as Take On Me by A-ha, and show the audience what you’ve got!

Bar Marzana

Bar Marzana

Besides a varied choice of tapas, snacks, and drinks (beer, wine, and cider), Marzana offers a great view of the river. The terrace is a favourite for tourists and locals alike and will showcase Bilbao at its best at night. Marzana has a cool and relaxing vibe, perfect after a warm day in sunny Spain.

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