Wondering where to eat in Biarritz? The question arises naturally — the city is full of quality addresses across every price range. Between gastronomic tables, modern bistros, street food spots, weekend brunch venues and healthy cafés, the Biarritz food scene is rich and varied.
Whether you are looking for where to eat in Biarritz as a couple, with older children or just passing through, here are the best addresses organised by cuisine type and budget, each with its neighbourhood, address and phone number. Find all our recommendations in our complete Biarritz guide.
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Where to Eat in Biarritz: Best Restaurants for Every Budget
Where to Eat in Biarritz: Les Halles, the Essential First Stop
Before any restaurant list, one place stands out as the essential starting point for anyone wondering where to eat in Biarritz:
Les Halles de Biarritz — City centre · Rue des Halles, 64200 Biarritz · +33 5 59 22 37 38. Built in 1885, the covered market hosts around fifty traders every morning — butchers, fishmongers, cheesemongers, charcutiers and bakers — plus several dine-in restaurants inside. Bayonne ham, Ossau-Iraty cheese, Irouléguy wines, pintxos at the counter with a glass of txakoli: this is where Basque gastronomy is experienced in its most authentic form.
Les Contrebandiers — Halles quarter · 20 Avenue Victor Hugo, 64200 Biarritz — directly opposite the Halles, offers a refined wine selection and small sharing plates on a sunny terrace, ideal for an apéritif.
Haragia — Halles quarter · 26 Rue Gambetta, 64200 Biarritz · +33 5 35 46 68 92 — is the address for meat lovers: wood-fired grill, Black Angus rib of beef, open until 2am — an atypical spot in the neighbourhood.
Where to Eat in Biarritz: the Best Bistros
Bistros remain the most authentic culinary expression of Biarritz — straightforward French and Basque cooking, seasonal produce, lively atmosphere.
Bistrot du Haou — Halles quarter · 43 Rue Gambetta, 64200 Biarritz · +33 5 59 24 18 84 — is a neighbourhood bistro with historic character, relaunched in 2023: Formica tables, a beautifully restored wine cellar, simple and vibrant Basque cooking (chipirons, tuna, seasonal market dishes), a sunny terrace. Open from 8:30am for coffee, dinner service Tuesday to Saturday. Recommended by the Guide du Routard and Gault&Millau.
Epoq — City centre · Rue Gambetta, 64200 Biarritz — is the most talked-about address right now: a 400m² loft with a green wall and glass ceiling, hyper-local cuisine, bold plating, a sharp wine list and regular DJ evenings. A hybrid concept unlike anything else in Biarritz, currently driving the local food scene.
L’Entre Deux — City centre · 5 Avenue du Maréchal Foch, 64200 Biarritz · +33 5 59 22 51 50 — is the discreet address that locals treasure: refined bistro spirit, accomplished cooking, a genuine alternative to the touristy spots.
Best Seafood and Fish Restaurants in Biarritz
No guide on where to eat in Biarritz is complete without its seafood. The city benefits from direct access to the Atlantic and the Saint-Jean-de-Luz fish auction.
Chez Albert — Fishing Port quarter · Port des Pêcheurs, 64200 Biarritz · +33 5 59 24 43 84 — is the institution: quayside setting, fresh fish, shellfish and seafood prepared simply, authentic atmosphere alongside the famous crampottes.
For a more direct ocean experience, La Tantina de la Playa — in Bidart (10 min from Biarritz) · Plage du Centre, 64210 Bidart · +33 5 59 26 53 56 — is a coastal landmark: charcoal-grilled fish, mussels, chipirons, with a 180° ocean-view terrace. Open daily for lunch and dinner in season.
Chistera et Coquillages — Fishing Port quarter · Port des Pêcheurs, 64200 Biarritz — will delight ocean produce lovers in a lively and quality setting.
Les Baigneuses de Biarritz — Port-Vieux quarter · Port-Vieux, 64200 Biarritz — with chef Romain Guégnard, offers market-led cuisine using exclusively fresh seasonal produce, with a wine list of around a hundred references.
Best Traditional Basque Cuisine in Biarritz
Traditional Basque cuisine rests on solid foundations: local produce, family recipes and generosity.
La Plancha d’Ilbarritz — Ilbarritz-Bidart quarter — is very well regarded for its Spanish-style grilled fish, plancha cooking and ocean view: ideal for a lunch after a surf session.
For a deeper immersion in Basque tradition, the cider houses (sagardotegis) around Biarritz — including the Cidrerie du Fronton in Arbonne — serve the complete traditional menu: salt cod omelette, wood-fired txuleta and Idiazabal cheese.
Le Café du Commerce — City centre · Biarritz — (a relaxed brasserie) serves duck confit, steak tartare and Basque charcuterie in a lively atmosphere that is always popular at weekends — expect a wait if you have not booked.
Best Pizza in Biarritz
The pizza scene in Biarritz has improved considerably in recent years.
The undisputed reference is Piuma — Iraty quarter · 14 Rue des Mésanges (Halle Darla no.59), 64200 Biarritz · +33 5 59 43 65 42 — the small artisan pizzeria using fresh organic local vegetables, Italian or Basque charcuterie and fior di latte mozzarella cut by knife every day. Long-fermentation dough, intense firing: widely considered the best Neapolitan pizza on the coast. Open Tuesday to Saturday, lunch and dinner.
Joie — City centre · 39 Rue d’Espagne, 64200 Biarritz · +33 5 59 23 38 35 — is the accessible and family-friendly address: generous portions, relaxed atmosphere, reasonable prices.
Best Burgers in Biarritz
The burger has become a staple in Biarritz, driven by surf culture and an international clientele.
Chez Nelly’s — Anglet · 163 Avenue de l’Adour, 64600 Anglet · +33 6 14 57 97 62 — offers gourmet smashburgers with exceptional produce, 5 minutes from Biarritz.
Le CAB — Halles quarter · 62 Rue Gambetta, 64200 Biarritz · +33 5 59 51 07 10 — is the local benchmark: artisan burger, quality meat, homemade buns, surf lifestyle atmosphere.
Bird’s Smash Burger — also in Anglet, nearby — is regularly cited as one of the best burger addresses in the area: brioche bun, Kintoa or Black Angus beef, homemade sauces.
Where to Brunch in Biarritz: the Best Addresses
Brunch has become a real ritual in Biarritz, especially at weekends.
Milwaukee Café — City centre · 5 Rue du Helder, 64200 Biarritz · +33 5 59 54 17 04 — is the historic reference: American-style atmosphere, generous menu (pancakes, eggs, burgers, salads, vegan options). No reservations — arrive early on Sunday mornings.
Hôtel du Palais — Grande Plage quarter · 1 Avenue de l’Impératrice, 64200 Biarritz · +33 5 59 41 64 00 — is the premium option: Sunday brunch under the gilded Rotonde, or on the ocean-facing terrace in summer — a Biarritz experience in its own right.
Manatee — Halles quarter · 13 Rue Gambetta, 64200 Biarritz — is the most carefully prepared option: everything homemade, fresh organic produce, generous Sunday brunch, adapted for vegetarians and gluten-intolerant guests.
Coffee Station — City centre · 4 Avenue Jaulerry, 64200 Biarritz — is the trendy coffee shop for a relaxed modern brunch, surf lifestyle crowd.
Street Food and Snacking in Biarritz
For a quick lunch between activities, Biarritz has solid options.
Bali Bowl — City centre · Biarritz — is the local reference for açaï bowls and poke bowls: fresh produce, balanced portions, perfect for healthy eating.
Saline Ceviche Bar — Halles quarter · 62 Rue Gambetta, 64200 Biarritz · +33 5 59 43 65 98 — is a sharp address: ceviches and fresh Peruvian-influenced cuisine, very popular with those in the know.
Los Tacos Chingones — Station quarter · 10 Avenue de la Gare, 64200 Biarritz · +33 9 63 54 21 19 — serves tacos with hand-made corn tortillas, one of the best Mexican addresses on the coast.
Bowl & Go Biarritz — City centre · Biarritz — completes the healthy eating offer.
Glacier Lopez — Grande Plage quarter · Grande Plage (next to the Casino), 64200 Biarritz — remains the institution for an artisan ice cream while walking the seafront: limited choice but irreproachable homemade quality.
Vegetarian and Vegan Restaurants in Biarritz
The vegetarian and vegan scene has developed considerably in Biarritz.
Nuts — City centre · 2 Rue du Helder, 64200 Biarritz · +33 5 59 26 13 36 — is the city’s vegan reference: açaï bowls, smoothies, quality coffee, cosy atmosphere.
Manatee — Halles quarter · 13 Rue Gambetta, 64200 Biarritz — adapts dishes on request for vegetarians and gluten-intolerant guests: homemade bistro cooking, organic produce, open from breakfast.
Bali Bowl and Bowl & Go offer numerous vegetarian and vegan options in their composed bowls. Milwaukee Café includes vegan choices on its menu.
Asian Cuisine in Biarritz and the Surrounding Area
Asian cuisine is well represented in the area.
Le Palais de Jade — City centre · Biarritz — is the long-established local institution for Chinese cuisine.
For a higher level, head to Bayonne with Atelier Mala — Petit Bayonne · 29 Rue d’Espagne, 64100 Bayonne · +33 5 59 45 09 98 — which serves authentic Sichuan cuisine with homemade fresh noodles, mala ravioli, Dan Dan broths and adjustable spice levels. Nestled in a pedestrian street in the heart of historic Bayonne, it is one of the best Asian tables in the Basque Country. Booking strongly recommended — the restaurant is small and regularly turns people away.
Where to Eat in Biarritz for a Gastronomic Dinner
For a special occasion or simply a treat, Biarritz has several outstanding tables.
L’Impertinent — Saint-Charles quarter · 5 Rue d’Alsace, 64200 Biarritz · +33 5 59 01 09 80 — is the absolute reference: one Michelin star, inventive French cuisine and perfectly mastered flavour combinations by chef Fabian Feldmann. Booking essential, several weeks in advance in high season.
La Table d’Aurélien Largeau — City centre · 4 Rue Jean Bart, 64200 Biarritz — is a discreet and highly sought-after gastronomic table (5.0 on Google), open evenings only. For these dinners outside the centre or late in the evening, Smart Moov’s Biarritz private driver service handles the journey without any parking constraint.
Where to Have a Drink with a View in Biarritz
Because the experience does not end with the meal.
Etxola Bibi — Côte des Basques quarter · Square Jean-Baptiste Lasalle, 64200 Biarritz — is the ultimate sunset spot: open-air bar, panoramic ocean view, pétanque, relaxed atmosphere — the most popular end-of-day address for couples and groups.
Talaia Hotel rooftop — Côte des Basques quarter · Biarritz — is the new premium address opened in 2025, with chef Éric Frechon: cocktail or lunch with an exceptional Atlantic view.
Debololo — Milady quarter · Plage de la Milady, 64200 Biarritz — is a more intimate venue facing the ocean, ideal for an evening drink or a brunch by the water.
Best Restaurants Around Biarritz
Some of the finest gastronomic experiences in the region are just a few minutes from Biarritz.
For premium txuleta and aged beef, Laia Erretegia — Hondarribia, Spain (25 min) · Barrio Arkolla, Hondarribia, Gipuzkoa · +34 943 64 63 09 — is a world-class reference: a family-run asador in the former stables of a Basque farmhouse, with Premium Txuleta (minimum 30 days ageing) and Dry-Aged Txuleta (minimum 60 days), and a cellar of over 300 references. Listed in the Michelin Guide. Booking essential.
La Tantina de la Playa — Bidart (10 min) · Plage du Centre, 64210 Bidart · +33 5 59 26 53 56 — already listed under seafood: its ocean-view terrace also makes it an essential address for a summer lunch outside the centre.
For an authentic cider house evening, the Cidrerie du Fronton in Arbonne (15 min from Biarritz) serves the complete traditional menu — salt cod omelette, wood-fired txuleta, Idiazabal cheese — in a genuine farmhouse atmosphere.
Practical Tips for Choosing Where to Eat in Biarritz
Do you need to book to eat in Biarritz?
Essential for gastronomic tables (L’Impertinent, La Table d’Aurélien Largeau, Laia Erretegia) — book several weeks ahead in high season. Strongly recommended for popular bistros (Epoq, Bistrot du Haou, L’Entre Deux) at weekends. Not required for the Halles, street food or brunch spots like Milwaukee or Coffee Station — but expect to wait on Sunday mornings.
Where to eat well in Biarritz on a budget?
The streets around the Halles (Rue Gambetta, Rue du Helder) concentrate affordable addresses with genuine local cooking. Moving slightly away from the Grande Plage usually means better value. The Halles market itself offers an excellent lunch for under €20 per person.
Getting to the best restaurants in Biarritz
Some of the best addresses are slightly outside the strict city centre — La Table d’Aurélien Largeau, La Tantina de la Playa in Bidart, Laia Erretegia in Hondarribia, the cider houses. In the evening, traffic and parking can complicate the return. Smart Moov provides a private driver service in Biarritz available 24 hours a day — fixed fare confirmed at booking, no surprises.
FAQ — Where to Eat in Biarritz
What is the best burger in Biarritz?
Le CAB (62 Rue Gambetta, +33 5 59 51 07 10) is the city-centre benchmark. Chez Nelly’s and Bird’s Smash Burger (both in Anglet, 5 min away) are the premium options for Kintoa or Black Angus smashburgers.
What is the best pizza in Biarritz?
Piuma (14 Rue des Mésanges, +33 5 59 43 65 42) is the unanimous answer: long-fermentation Neapolitan dough, organic local vegetables, fresh mozzarella cut daily. The hidden artisan pizzeria that consistently outperforms all others.
Where to brunch in Biarritz?
Milwaukee Café (5 Rue du Helder, +33 5 59 54 17 04) for the relaxed vibe and generous menu. Hôtel du Palais (1 Avenue de l’Impératrice, +33 5 59 41 64 00) for a premium brunch with an ocean view.
Where to eat seafood in Biarritz?
Chez Albert (Port des Pêcheurs, +33 5 59 24 43 84) for authenticity and a lively atmosphere facing the fishing port.
Are there vegetarian and vegan options in Biarritz?
Yes. Nuts (2 Rue du Helder, +33 5 59 26 13 36) is the vegan reference. Manatee adapts dishes on request. Bali Bowl and Bowl & Go offer vegan bowl options. Milwaukee Café includes vegan choices on its menu.
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