Les meilleurs restaurantsde cuisine française en Saint-Jean-De-Luz

25/10/2026: Everything was great, including the atmosphere!

16/10/2026: A very pleasant surprise right in the center of Saint Jean de Luz, the cooking and seasoning were top-notch...

07/11/2026: The service was a disaster. The staff had their backs to the dining room the whole time, while the three of them chatted and laughed loudly at the bar, completely neglecting the customer. The food was the worst. They brought us a pork chop that was burnt on the outside and raw inside, even bloody. It's simple: the grill was on full blast, the pork was very thick and the piece was large, so it was bound to burn on the outside and be raw on the inside. When I told them, the first thing they said was, "This has to be paid for," even though my wife hadn't eaten a piece and kept insisting we had to pay. They wouldn't listen. So I got up, they charged me €24 for that burnt stuff, and I told them, "Now that I've paid, eat it yourself. I want to see you eat it because you could give this to dogs and they wouldn't eat it." All of this happened at the bar, since I got up and went to pay there to avoid making a scene in front of the other customers. They told me that's how it's supposed to be eaten. The problem with this man is that he's very, very attached to his position. Well, in the end I paid and left with my family, but he kept insisting. I told him, "Look, I've already paid you, leave me alone, this place is rubbish." He went outside, all aggressive, in front of my 10-year-old daughter, saying, "Come here, go to the terrace, come here." He seemed possessed, doing this in front of his customers, my daughter… It was a real show. And we left, only to be shocked when the owner came out looking for us five minutes later, walking behind us. I don't know what his intentions were, but they weren't good. I was so glad we went back into the apartment and saw what happened because I suppose with those intentions, something aggressive would have happened. If they acted like this when someone tells them their food and service are bad, if they worked and paid attention to the dining room, to the chef—who, by the way, doesn't even have salt in his kitchen—the business would be better because we were alone at 7 pm. And less aggression, especially in front of a 10-year-old girl. And the owner seems to act like a thug, going out at night to pick up customers. He should work hard, not just put his ego aside and cook properly, not just make a mess of things. Don't go, it's not worth it and they charge you for everything.

03/11/2026: Warm welcome. Good selection of local recipes.

15/09/2026: Excellent coffee, available to take away and to sample right there on the go. Very attentive and friendly service staff!

21/07/2026: A welcoming and competent sales team. A must-visit address in Saint Jean de Luz.

24/08/2026: Small casino, somewhat cramped atmosphere, lots of patience required to be served at the bar

23/08/2026: My partner and I came two nights in a row to have a drink and play a few games. The first night was very good, with a very competent waitress. She overheard us talking about rugby and immediately went to change the TV channel to rugby and served us Rose des Glaces cocktails, which I thoroughly enjoyed for their flavor and refreshing taste, thanks to the abundance of crushed ice. The waitress was impeccable and highly competent. The second evening, Saturday, August 22nd, it wasn't the same waitress, who was rather unpleasant. So I ordered the same cocktail as the night before, but with a different ratio: no crushed ice, just ice cubes, and definitely not too much. For the second order, I asked for the same cocktail again, but with crushed ice. She sighed at first, then complied, adding crushed ice, but again, not too much ice. The bartender was very economical with the ice cubes... Times are tough, but still... Oh yes, I forgot, three drinks maximum. You never know, it might boost the bar's profits for the evening, or we'd be heading for disaster... We still managed to play roulette as we wanted, despite two of the five or six screens being off... Phew, the bar next door was actually in the mood to work...

10/10/2026: What a disappointment, what a disgrace… We came as a party of six on Saturday, September 26th. It was a disaster. The food was terrible, with flavors all over the place. The dishes were incredibly salty despite our complaints. Nothing changed after seven courses; we left, disgusted. The service was very mediocre; we had to ask for the wines. It's a disgrace to have a Michelin star. Avoid this place; there are much better options nearby. Vincent

04/10/2026: A 100% successful experience! A delicious lunch in a chic and historic setting, precise and delicate cuisine, and very friendly service! It was perfect, thank you for this wonderful moment.

17/10/2026: Terrible service. The view was nice but the server made it feel like cafeteria service: know what you want and don't ask questions. It's not true that French are rude, as long as you are polite. But this one was. Even with my perfect French and polite tone, I could not get her to stop at my table long enough to ask about dietary restrictions or anything on the menu. My group got quiet and it was not the pleasant experience I expected.

05/10/2026: A beautiful restaurant with a fantastic rooftop terrace. The food was excellent and the service was superb.

05/09/2026: Atmosphere and quality are guaranteed; enjoy the setting and the gentle ocean breeze.

04/09/2026: Disgusting food! I've never seen anything like it in the Basque Country where we've lived for 10 years. Probably a staffing problem, but that doesn't excuse anything!

12/10/2026: Lovely business, friendly staff👍we only had (very good) coffee and (tasty) banana bread but worth a 5* review

05/10/2026: Hello, this is my first time leaving a bad review for a restaurant. €14 for the daily special. The taste was okay, a bit too salty for my liking, but the portion was ridiculously small. Chicken thigh (small)/white rice (about 3 tablespoons)/juice. The sandwich size... two tiny bocadillos, overcooked, but still okay. €10, outrageous! A beer and a kombucha: €33.50. (Zoko Moko, a gourmet restaurant, €25 for a starter/main/dessert every lunchtime) The staff were welcoming and friendly. At least they didn't ask if everything was alright at the end...? Luckily, the location is good for business.

08/09/2026: Everything is perfect: the cuisine is intelligent, daring, gourmet, well-executed, with perfectly portioned dishes, etc., etc. It's true bistronomy, unlike all the others that call themselves that when they're actually rubbish (including in Saint-Jean-de-Luz). The service is impeccable. The head waitress manages everything with a master's touch, the sommelier ensures excellent service and finds the perfect little gem (he doesn't show off with his €200 bottles, but he does have them, and the wine list is as thick as a dictionary 😍). And even the young guy who looks like a geek, needing money to buy the new PS5 controller, well, he's efficient, smiling, and describes the restaurant menu with passion 🤘 All this in a traditional Lyonnais bistro atmosphere which, personally, prepares my soul and body to receive the food as it deserves 🤪 Anyway, thank you, and see you soon 😘

04/09/2026: One of my favourite restaurant in France! Exceptional ingredients, executed at perfection! Vibe is great too, one of the most talented chef of his generation, can’t wait to come back. Service could be quicker with the wine, small details, everything else is just great

10/10/2026: The order for 2 beers took too long.

06/10/2026: Thoroughly enjoyed my experience here. Classic Basque food with the quintessential Basque hospitality - second to none. Great wine, good cocktails and the best croquettes