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Good to Know
- Biarritz's culinary heritage is built on Atlantic seafood (oysters, grilled fish), Basque flavors with piment d'Espelette pepper, and Aquitaine cooking techniques using duck or goose fat instead of butter or olive oil.
- Les Halles de Biarritz market is an essential food hub; visit morning or midday for the best selection and atmosphere.
- Pintxos bars and cafés offer affordable, authentic Basque snacking; you can order multiple small plates and pay by the plate.
- Tipping in France is optional; service is usually included in upscale restaurants. A 10–15% tip is appreciated at casual bistros if service was exceptional.
- Many restaurants serve both traditional Basque dishes and international cuisines (Italian, Japanese, Mediterranean), reflecting the city's cosmopolitan dining scene.
- Vegan and vegetarian dining has grown; dedicated vegan restaurants (Xuxu, Le Jardin) now exist alongside mainstream restaurants with plant-based options.
- Food tours of Les Halles and guided Basque Country food experiences are available for deeper cultural culinary exploration.
Budget
Le Pim'pi
- Price Range
- €30
- Neighborhood
- City Center
- Cuisine Or Dish
- French bistro, traditional Basque dishes
Negresse & Co
- Price Range
- €35
- Neighborhood
- Rue Luis Mariano
- Cuisine Or Dish
- French national cuisine, shrimps, pork medallions
Le Bar Jean
- Price Range
- €40
- Neighborhood
- Rue des Halles
- Cuisine Or Dish
- Spanish and Basque, seafood, tapas, paella
Le Café Du Commerce
- Price Range
- €38
- Neighborhood
- City Center
- Cuisine Or Dish
- Brasserie, duck confit, tartare, Basque specialties
High End
La Table d'Aurélien Largeau
- Price Range
- €95
- Neighborhood
- Hôtel du Palais, City Center
- Cuisine Or Dish
- Michelin-starred fine dining, Basque terroir, tasting menu
Les Rosiers
- Price Range
- €85
- Neighborhood
- Saint-Martin
- Cuisine Or Dish
- Fine dining, local seasonal products, Basque cuisine
AHPE
- Price Range
- €64
- Neighborhood
- City Center
- Cuisine Or Dish
- Michelin-starred, seasonal tasting menu, creative cuisine
Mid Range
Chéri Bibi
- Price Range
- €55
- Neighborhood
- City Center
- Cuisine Or Dish
- Modern French, seasonal menu, natural wines
La Belloteka
- Price Range
- €50
- Neighborhood
- City Center
- Cuisine Or Dish
- Galician and Basque, charcoal-grilled meat, octopus
Saline Ceviche Bar
- Price Range
- €48
- Neighborhood
- City Center
- Cuisine Or Dish
- Fusion ceviche, tuna tataki, fresh seafood
Marloe
- Price Range
- €45
- Neighborhood
- City Center
- Cuisine Or Dish
- Modern bistro, local ingredients, carpaccio, sashimi
Michelin Restaurants
La Table d'Aurélien Largeau
- Stars
- 1
- Cuisine
- Modern French/Basque, fine dining with ocean views
- Location
- Hôtel du Palais, Avenue de l'Impératrice
Chéri Bibi
- Stars
- 1
- Cuisine
- Modern creative French, seasonal menu
- Location
- City Center
AHPE
- Stars
- 1
- Cuisine
- Modern seasonal tasting menu, creative technique
- Location
- City Center
Frenchie Biarritz
- Stars
- 1
- Cuisine
- French
- Location
- Regina Hotel
International Cuisine
Italian
- Notes
- Pizza restaurants including Biarritz Pizza and Dino Pizza are widely available throughout the city center
Japanese
- Notes
- Sushi and Japanese dining at venues like Oko Biarritz, Lounge Eugénie, and Tsukemono
Chinese
- Notes
- Chinese cuisine available at Bong Mai and similar establishments
Mediterranean/Fusion
- Notes
- Mediterranean and fusion cuisines available at mid-range and high-end venues
Local Must Try Dishes
Bacalao Pil-pil
- Description
- Iconic Basque cod dish fried with chili and olive oil, named for the sound the skin makes while cooking
Axoa
- Description
- Veal or beef and pepper stew, a 12th-century specialty from the Basque Country
Oysters (Huîtres)
- Description
- Biarritz is home to the region's best oysters; often paired with white wine
Poulet Basquaise
- Description
- Chicken slow-cooked with tomatoes, onions, local peppers, and piment d'Espelette
Merluza En Salsa Verde
- Description
- Hake in green sauce made with parsley, garlic, olive oil, and white wine; sometimes with clams
Pintxos
- Description
- Small Basque appetizers on bread sticks with toppings like ham, anchovies, peppers, croquettes, or sheep's cheese with black cherry jelly
Bayonne Ham (Jambon De Bayonne)
- Description
- Protected PGI cured pork; eaten on its own, with melon, or with piperade sauce
Gâteau Basque (Basque Cake)
- Description
- Crumbly, crispy pastry dating to the 17th century, traditionally filled with cream or cherry jam
Torrijas
- Description
- Basque version of French toast; brioche-like bread soaked in eggs and milk, fried golden, and topped with orange-cinnamon syrup
Marmitaco
- Description
- Tuna stew, a traditional Basque dish
Food Delivery Services
Uber Eats
- Notes
- Available for delivery and pickup across Biarritz; wide selection of restaurants from budget to upscale
Local Restaurant Delivery
- Notes
- Many restaurants offer direct delivery or click-and-collect options; check individual establishment websites for details
Supermarkets And Groceries
Les Halles De Biarritz (Biarritz Market Halls)
- Neighborhood
- City Center
- Description
- Historic Art Deco covered market built in 1885; hub for fresh seafood, sheep's cheeses, Bayonne ham, artisanal pastries, and local specialties
Maison Arostéguy
- Neighborhood
- City Center
- Description
- Oldest family-run delicatessen in France (founded 1875); high-quality Basque Country specialties, gourmet products, spices, and artisanal items
Carrefour Contact
- Neighborhood
- Various (Rue Guy Petit, others)
- Description
- Convenience supermarket chain with multiple locations in Biarritz
Grand Frais
- Neighborhood
- Rue de Pelletier, City Center
- Description
- Full-service supermarket with fresh produce and quality groceries
Biocoop Bio Parme
- Neighborhood
- City Center area
- Description
- Organic grocery store focused on natural and biological products
Vegan And Vegetarian Dining
Restaurant Vegan Le Jardin
- Price Range
- €16
- Neighborhood
- Avenue Jaulerry
- Description
- 100% vegan, organic, and strictly gluten-free restaurant with homemade cuisine; features creative dishes like vegan Gâteau Basque, vegan cheeseburgers, and ramen
Xuxu Biarritz
- Price Range
- €20
- Neighborhood
- Saint-Charles district
- Description
- 100% vegan, organic, strictly gluten-free, and homemade restaurant; limited weekly hours; offers creative vegan dishes and spectacular desserts
Bali Bowls
- Price Range
- €12
- Neighborhood
- Multiple locations in City Center
- Description
- Eco-friendly plant-based concept with acai bowls, tempeh/tofu poke bowls, smoothies, and plant-based coffee drinks
AI-generated estimateData refreshed July 2026
Sources cited for this category
These are the sources cited in this food & dining research for this city. Individual figures may not each trace to one of them.
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