Finding the best Croquetas in the city — a personal search

I spent three months trying every version of Croquetas I could find locally. The variation in quality is extraordinary. The best version handled smoked paprika with genuine knowledge and the smoky and savoury result was noticeably superior.

Spanish eating culture centres on long social meals rather than quick eating. The winning restaurant had the right a pintxos bar in San Sebastián feel — unpretentious and focused on the food. Estrella Damm beer was suggested correctly. Worth the search. When Croquetas is made properly it's a completely different experience.