Excellent Basque cooking with standout seafood and desserts, but service consistency and portion size/value can vary—best for diners who appreciate Spanish flavors and do not mind premium prices.
Ekilore delivers exceptional seafood and signature dishes like bacalao pil pil and Tarta Santiago that earn consistent praise, positioning it competitively among the area's better Spanish restaurants. However, quality variation between meals, modest portions relative to premium Polanco pricing, and uneven service reliability prevent it from reaching higher distinction. The warm, comfortable setting appeals to diners seeking traditional Basque cuisine, though recent trends suggest some operational softening worth monitoring.
One caveat: Service pacing can be slow with 20-40 minute gaps between courses on busy nights