Cafe Restaurant Izaguirre

Top choice in Northern Atlantic Coast


Next to the sea-blue fishing boats moored in the lagoon, this clean and cheerful restaurant specialises in the catch-of-the-day and is universally acknowledged to be the best restaurant in town. Head up the stairs to the blue-and-white terrace, where friendly waiters are rushed off their feet in the summer months. No alcohol.


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