About This Food Place

Pinkerton Café Bar is a laid-back spot where you can enjoy a good coffee or a casual drink without any fuss. Whether you're popping in for a quick bite or settling in with friends, the place strikes a nice balance between cozy and lively. The focus here feels very much on simple, well-made drinks and light meals, with an emphasis on quality ingredients that don’t overcomplicate things. You’ll find plenty of seating inside and out, and it’s set up to be welcoming for everyone, with wheelchair accessibility and space for groups. It’s the kind of place where you can take your time, chat, or just enjoy a quiet moment with a good cup of tea or a carefully chosen cocktail.

Why People Come Here

  • People come here for quick and affordable bites that pair well with a variety of coffee and drinks.
  • This place is often chosen for convenient access near a metro stop, making it an easy stop for locals and visitors.
  • People come here for a casual setting that allows for people watching at a busy intersection in the Basque country.
  • This place is often chosen for its combination of day and evening options, from coffee with tapas to evening pinchos and drinks.
  • People come here for straightforward, tasty small plates served alongside well-prepared beverages in a relaxed bar atmosphere.

When & How to Enjoy This Place

Pinkerton Café Bar is perfect for leisurely breakfasts or quick coffee breaks, whether solo or with friends. Its cosy, casual vibe suits relaxed mornings or casual catch-ups over coffee or tapas. The bar’s lively outdoor seating makes it ideal for people-watching and enjoying a laid-back drink, especially in groups. Whether you’re after a quick bite or a slow, unwinding meal with great beer or wine selections, Pinkerton balances a trendy atmosphere with a welcoming, easy pace.

Reviews

Maria Eugenia Soto Pintos

Maria Eugenia Soto Pintos

4
⋅ Feb 28, 2026

La chica morena es estupenda ,el sitio genial bar de bien estar .. la tortilla muy buena y el café .. en general todo bien

Steve Duff

Steve Duff

5
⋅ Feb 25, 2026

Very nice bar with excellent staff and handy for a metro stop.

Sarah Geeroms

Sarah Geeroms

4
⋅ Jan 23, 2026

Verry tasty tapas, just simple good food. And cheap. Would recommend.

Rhys

Rhys

5
⋅ Jan 19, 2026

A lovely bar which is at a busy intersection fab for people watching and taking in the Basque country.

Elysium Field

Elysium Field

4
⋅ Jan 17, 2026

Great place to pick up some pintxos and a coffee during the day. Good prices.

Dennis Hilmar

Dennis Hilmar

4
⋅ Dec 30, 2025

Lovely staff, great wine and okay beer. Er had some tapas and that was fine too :)

Julie Pidtilok

Julie Pidtilok

5
⋅ Dec 27, 2025

Very nice beer and delicious calamares. Friendly stuff

Conchi Cabrejas Gomez

Conchi Cabrejas Gomez

4
⋅ Dec 19, 2025

Bien sitio para tomar un aperitivo. Buena barra de pintxos.

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  • 07:30 AM - 11:00 PM
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  • 07:30 AM - 11:00 PM
  • 09:00 AM - 11:00 PM
  • 09:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Where This Food Place Lives

Areiltza Doktorearen Zumarkalea, 37, Abando, 48010 Bilbao, Bizkaia, Spain

+34 944 44 18 51