Akelare

Akelarre
The location of the restaurant in Spain
Restaurant information
Head chef Pedro Subijana
Rating 3 Michelin stars (Michelin Guide)
Street address Aita Orkolaga Pasealekua, 56
City Igeldo
County Basque Country (autonomous community)
Postal code/ZIP 20008
Country Spain
Coordinates 43°18′28″N 2°02′35″W / 43.307776°N 2.043173°W
Website www.akelarre.net

Akelarre is a Basque restaurant opened in 1974 in Igeldo, Gipuzkoa, that has achieved three Michelin stars.[1] The restaurant is known for its local seafood.[2]

Its owner-manager is Pedro Subijana,[3] who grows a number of herbs outside the restaurant for use in the kitchen. Subijana was awarded the National Prize for Gastronomy in recognition of his contribution to Basque cuisine.

References

  1. "MICHELIN guide Spain & Portugal 2011". Michelin. 2010-11-26. Retrieved 2011.
  2. Akelare theworldwidegourmet.com
  3. "Restaurant's website". Akelarre.net. Retrieved 2012-02-16.