We dined at Akelarre in August 2009 as a belated 5th Anniversary celebration. We were NOT disappointed. The service was fantastic and not pretentious at all. The view beautiful, and the food - like nothing we've ever experienced. Foie Gras transformed into 'sponge' and beads. An oyster with edible shell that looked unbelievably like a real shell. Divine sauces. Just... more

Everything, everything works in Akelarre! Superb food, refined personable service, excellent wine list and knowledgable sommeliers who provide information without any condescension and a warm ambiance... And fantastic views of the sea from an overlooking hill... We were there for lunch on a gray day but the experience was thoroughly sunny! Even during the reservations process, a rea; person answered... more

Quite simply..one of our best meals ever.. Akelarre is simply in a class of its own. Im not sure why people have written saying that that the food had no flavour or the restaurant isn't memorable because ours was bursting with colour, flavour and imagination. The decor may be minimal, but would you want anything else? Simple, smart and elegant.... more

The service, the presentation, the taste, the familiarity, the scenery... everything is just perfect! more

Just got back from Akelarre where my wife and I each tried one of the seven course menus..... (1) ambiance - terrible. No music and the restaurant is completely devoid of any decor. If you're looking for a restaurant where you can sit back, relax and enjoy a bottle of wine a few laughs with your companion, this is not... more

Great food great setting however not quite as good as Arzak more

The food was the most beautifully presented I've seen, but strangely, all the flavor was missing. I expected more from a 3-star restaurant. more

Probably the best restaurant in Donostia. Three stars, amazing views... and delicious food to sample! more

Poco puedo decir además de excelente. La comida exquisita, el lugar maravilloso, las vistas increibles y el trato que nos... more