8 best breakfast spots in San Sebastián
It’s clear that one of the best things to do in San Sebastián is enjoy its incredible food, and not just the pintxos!
This time, I’m going to take a look at the best cafes in San Sebastián where you can enjoy a great breakfast. Choosing just one might be the hardest part!
1. Rompe Huevos
Let’s start with Rompe Huevos, a recently opened cafe right in the heart of San Sebastián. True to its name, eggs are the stars of the breakfast menu. When we sat down, we learned that most of their ingredients are locally sourced, something I really loved!
On the menu, you’ll find dishes like bacon brioche, trout brioche, eggs benedict, Spanish omelette, and Goxo French toast. When you order an egg dish, you can choose between fried or scrambled. We went for the bacon brioche, which was delicious, and also tried a special off-menu toast.
There are also lighter options like acai bowls and chia yogurt, plus plenty of pastries: croissants, pain au chocolat, carrot cake, and more. As for drinks, they serve specialty coffee, as well as matcha, herbal teas, kombucha, and more.
Address: San Martzial Kalea, 39.
🛏️ RECOMMENDED HOTELS IN SAN SEBASTIÁN If you haven’t booked accommodation in the city yet, I recommend checking out my San Sebastián accommodation guide. As for personal recommendations, I suggest this boutique hotel in the Old Town where I stayed a few years ago or this more modest hotel located in the residential Antiguo neighborhood.
2. Somos, breakfast and brunch
In the Antiguo neighborhood, the best spot for breakfast is Somos, a café that serves specialty coffee and really tasty dishes. We visited one morning during our stay in the city and really enjoyed it. Plus, it was a sunny autumn morning, and their terrace was the perfect spot to soak it in.
On the breakfast menu, you’ll find salmon toast, focaccia, Turkish eggs, mushroom toast, and avocado toast. Their bestsellers, however, are the classic eggs benedict (brioche, hollandaise sauce, slow-cooked egg, and ham) and the royal benedict (brioche, hollandaise sauce, slow-cooked egg, and salmon).
Address: Antonio Gaztañeta Kalea, 4.
3. Simona Specialty Coffee Club
Another great spot for breakfast or brunch in San Sebastián is Simona Specialty Coffee Club, located in the Gros neighborhood by the Urumea River.
What stands out first is their specialty coffee, a carefully selected blend roasted right here in San Sebastián. On top of that, they feature a different small-batch specialty coffee from Europe every month.
For breakfast, you can choose from yogurt with granola, acai bowls, ricotta toast with blue cheese, avocado toast with pesto, smoked salmon toast, Turkish eggs, or a pastrami sandwich, among others. Every dish is beautifully crafted and looks amazing. They also offer pastries.
Address: Ramón María Lili Pasealekua, 2
4. Enxalao: brunch, salads and specialty coffee
In the Gros neighborhood, you can also find Enxalao, a restaurant that serves breakfast, brunch, and lunch, along with specialty coffee. Their goal is to make guests feel relaxed, cared for, and enjoy every bite.
For breakfast, you can choose from a wide variety of toasts: Iberian ham, peanut butter, hummus and avocado, avocado with poached egg, and more. If you prefer something sweet, they also offer carrot cake, croissants, acai bowls, yogurt with granola and fruit, and other treats.
You can also go for one of their brunch menus, which include coffee or tea along with several dishes at a fixed price. Whatever you choose, you’re guaranteed a fantastic breakfast in San Sebastián.
Address: Ramón y Cajal Kalea, 3.
💡 Beyond enjoying these delicious breakfasts, if you’re visiting the city and want to experience its gastronomy, a proper pintxo tour of San Sebastian is a must. In the linked article, I share which bars I recommend stopping at.
5. Old Town Coffee
Heading back to the city center, we have Old Town Coffee, a café that opened its doors in 2015. If you’re a coffee lover, it’s a great spot for breakfast or a quick stop, as they serve specialty coffee roasted right in San Sebastián.
But it’s not just about the coffee. On the menu, you’ll find farmhouse yogurt, acai bowls, avocado toast, Iberian ham toast, bagels, pastrami sandwiches, and a variety of sweet treats. They also serve tea, hot chocolate, and matcha lattes, making it a perfect spot for any craving.
Address: Reyes Catolicos Kalea, 6.
6. Délices Maiatza
Also located in the city center is Délices Maiatza, a cafe focused on breakfast and brunch. Everything they serve is full of flavor, made with care, and of course comes with great specialty coffee. Actually, they use coffee from Old Town Coffee Roasters.
The menu features yogurt and acai bowls, toasts (Iberian ham, salmon, hummus, avocado, and more), eggs benedict, sandwiches, bagels, and pancakes. After 12:30 PM, you can also choose dishes like homemade guacamole with nachos, Buddha bowls, or sandwiches.
On top of that, they bake homemade cakes, croissants, loaf cakes, brownies, cinnamon rolls, and alfajores every day. They also serve fresh juices, smoothies, and a variety of hot and cold drinks.
Address: Estella Lizarra, 5.
7. Driper, Coffee & Cuisine
Another great spot for breakfast in San Sebastián is Driper, located in the Gros neighborhood, especially if you’re a fan of specialty coffee or pancakes. They’ve earned quite a reputation, and for good reason! They also serve brioche with avocado and Idiazabal cheese, eggs benedict, as well as bowls and pastries.
And even though it’s not breakfast, it’s worth mentioning that on Fridays and Saturdays from 7:30 PM, they serve smash burgers while spinning vinyl records. The atmosphere is sure to be fantastic, and it’s also a great chance to try some of the beers or wines they have on offer.
Address: Kolon Pasealekua, 12.
8. La Issla Coffee & Brunch
We’ll wrap up our selection of cafés in San Sebastián with La Issla, a spot in the city center that focuses on simple, high-quality, local products, all served in a cozy space with a warm, calm, and friendly atmosphere.
The kitchen is open from 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM, making it a great place for breakfast, lunch, or an afternoon snack. For breakfast, their menu centers on toasts made with seeded bread. You can choose from Iberian ham, escalivada, smoked salmon, pear and goat cheese, or avocado. They also offer acai and yogurt bowls, as well as fresh juices and smoothies.
Address: Manterola Kalea, 11.
Map: Best cafes for breakfast in San Sebastián
On the map below, you can see the best cafés for breakfast in San Sebastián.
I hope this guide to the best cafés and brunch spots in Donostia helps you make the most of your time in the city. Enjoy!
