El Txoko Alaves

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“Great places just steps from Bellas Artes metro. The Paella and Grilled Lamb mains were very good, but the Pulpa and Langoustine starters were outstanding!”

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“Excellent set meal for Valentine’s celebration while staying in this area of Santiago. Food is always good quality and freshly prepared, attentive and knowledgeable staff, excellent location, good ambience both inside and on the patio in a quiet tree line street and great value. We also recommend the set lunch each day.”

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“Absolutely delicious pulpo a la gallega: chewy and flavorful on the surface, tender inside. Friendly server and authentic Basque ambience.”

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“El Txoko Alavés, right by the Bellas Artes metro station, is a cozy Spanish spot that delivers great food at a fair price. I stopped in around 5 PM for a beer, and the place had a calm, laid-back vibe with just a few people around. The draft beer selection could improve, there was only 2 options(Mahau and Alambra). I wasn’t planning to eat, but the paella immediately caught my eye, especially for the price. I’m so glad I tried it—it was amazing , very flavorful, a generous portion, and one of the best I’ve had in a while. The staff, especially at the bar, were super friendly and welcoming. If you’re in the mood for Spanish food, this is definitely worth a visit. Plus, they take credit cards.”

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“What a great restaurant in Santiago.The bar served Mahou beer and typical tapas from the basque region of Spain along with local wines. Really nice ambience and very attentive staff(including Jorge). Highly recommended.”

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“Great restaurant! The portions are quite large. The food was flavourful and delicious. The fish was fresh, the paella was really good. Enjoyed our meal and hope to go back soon to try the other dishes. The place is also very charming and has a couple fo tables outside to enjoy good weather.”

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“Great quiet place to eat some good Basque food. Enjoyed the food as well as the atmosphere. The prices are great. The wait staff was very patient with our limited Spanish, however, if you don’t at least have someone that can speak Spanish I wouldn’t recommend trying it out. Communication was a bit tough. Certainly not their fault!”

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“This resturant has many good reviews but I am sad to give a poor review. The bread tasted stale and old. The entrees (paella) had old and off tasting chicken with rubbery seafood and dried burnt bits of rice. I am sad to say that I didn’t eat anything after a few bites because I was worried of getting an upset stomach.”