Don Txoko

You'll walk into Don Txoko and immediately feel the crackle of a real neighbourhood spot. St Benedicts has transformed over the years, and this place is proof—all exposed brick, standing room at the bar, and locals propping themselves up for pintxos and a glass of something cold. It's the kind of restaurant that doesn't fuss about tablecloths or reservations for walk-ins; it's about the food, the company, and the unhurried Spanish pace of things. Order at the counter, grab a plate, and work your way through their Basque-style snacks while chatting to whoever's next to you. There's a genuine txoko spirit here—these aren't fancy small plates, they're honest bites done right, the sort that make you order another round without thinking.