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Don Pincho - Tapas Bar Restaurant Reviews, Basel

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Don Pincho - Tapas Bar

Sankt Johanns-Vorstadt 58, Basel 4056, Switzerland (Vorstädte)
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Ranked #17 of 313 restaurants in Basel
4.5 of 5 stars 32 Reviews
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Price range: INR1,379 - INR5,518
Cuisines: Spanish
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Dining options: Reservations, After-hours
Neighbourhood: Vorstädte
Description: Whether you opt for the café in the morning, restaurant over lunch time, tapas bar in the evening, or the lounge at night - the Don Pincho in Basel gives you the feeling of being part of the Spanish way of life. The kitchen offers nutritionally balanced and creative lunch time menus, Spanish specialties, such as, the namesake of the restaurant, Pinchos, the world renowned tapas and, of course, paella. There is a choice wine menu with fine nuances de la tierra, but also a choice of cocktails to complete the offer. Musical highlights include - some jazz, some flamenco art, funk, as well as an abundance of live jam sessions, which provide a perfect Spanish feeling in the Don Pincho.
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Basel, Switzerland
2 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“AMAZING KITCHEN, WONDERFULL PANORAMA AND A VERY FRIENDLI SERVICE”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 April 2013

We enjoyed a wonderful and long day in this restaurant, by coincidence we went for lunch where we could choose between 3 menus and we felt so good that we reserved for tapas in the night (they where lovely much better than many places in Spain, we had a selection that was composed by the waiter) and a very good... More

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basel
1 review
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“Great food and location”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 March 2013

Frequented by locals... it was full on friday night. Enjoyed the vegetarian options. Spinach with almond sauce and chips with honey and spice. Would definitely recommend.

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28 reviews 28 reviews
22 restaurant reviews
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
“Nice location, beer and average tapas”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 March 2013

I go there regularly to have a beer and some tapas with friends. nice location by the river. however the tapas are not the best in town. but all in all is nice option to have dinner late, which is difficult to find in Basel

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Basel, Switzerland
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
“Taste of Spain”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 September 2012

Great place to get Spanish Tapas! Good selection of Spanish Wines that offer a good range of $$$. Negative is the cost for the food is high even by Swiss standards.

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Basel, Switzerland
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“Amazing food, wine and atmosphere!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 June 2012

We had an event for about 45 people this week, and I couldn`t be more happy with the venue, food and service Don Pincho provided! The tapas was delicious, the wine fantastic and it was a great atmosphere. The place has a great view of the Rhine. People really enjoyed themselves and they were as impressed as I. Don Pincho... More

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Copenhagen, Denmark
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“Don Pincho is a very good Tapas restaurant wrapped in a cozy atmosphere!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 March 2012

After making an easy on-line booking back in Denmark, my friend and I was looking forward visiting Don Pincho. And we were not disappointed! Really good food from the menu...the waiters were very friendly and had a great knowledge about the food we ate and the wonderful wine we drank. A very good composition of various "tapes dishes" (especially the... More

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Basel
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10 restaurant reviews
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“Good food, nice view”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 February 2012

It suffers from being a bit "Basel". i.e. it noramlly quite quiet (even though busy), but food is very good and view excellent.

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“Excellent food and Atmosphere!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 December 2011

My partner and I stopped for a lunch of salad and beer. It was so good that we returned another day for the dinner. Dinner is the only time that they serve tapas. Usually, I don't like tapas, but this was great! The salad alone is worth the trip. The dressing is outstanding. It comes with a Spanish tortilla slice... More

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Berkshire, UK
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31 reviews 31 reviews
15 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
“Wonderful tapas, wonderful service”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 December 2011

A lovely little surprise which made for a nice break from the traditional sausage, rosti, and general heavy food local the area. Wine was very expensive, but it seems that is common for Switzerland. A very nice little place.

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Basel, Switzerland
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51 reviews 51 reviews
36 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
“Fine for a drink and small talk”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 November 2011

The atmosphere is well intended. Good tapas and drinks. Might get loud sometimes but that's the Spanish warmth the space provides.

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