From the market to the table

Markets have always been meeting places closely linked to the history and cuisine of Bizkaia, both for those who live here and for those who visit. Among these, the Mercado de la Ribera stands out; situated next to the Bilbao Estuary, it is regarded as one of the city’s major commercial landmarks. In 1990, the Guinness Book of Records named it the most complete municipal food market in the world.

Its stalls bring together produce from the sea and the land, selected by local producers, combining quality, freshness and tradition with contemporary culinary offerings. As well as its traditional market, La Ribera rounds off its offering with gastrobars and a cookery school, making this iconic venue a great meeting point for enjoying and discovering authentic Basque cuisine right in the heart of Bilbao.