The coffee shops of the Basque Country

Do you want a good coffee? Have a good time in a Coffee Shops in the Basque Country? The one whose precious grains have been selected with rigor and attention, made in the rules of the art, and with that little touch of fantasy that titillates the eye and the taste buds... You dream of pushing the door of a shop where the he sweet smell of roasted coffee welcomes you in a warm or refined, intimate or friendly atmosphere… In short, a little cocoon that suits you, where you can enjoy your long-awaited drink in peace. Far from the bar of yesteryear, this new space, reinvented for your pleasure, is a coffee shop!

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Bayonne coffee shops

In Bayonne, we start our coffee tour with the unmissable Columbus Café & Co. It is the first coffee shop chain that has been established in France since 1994! You benefit from all the professionalism of the chain, but also from its ethics . Local and quality products are favored. Designed in a real search for authenticity, respectful of the cafes of typically French neighborhoods, it is a friendly and warm place. Its originality : a little " so British " side in the recipes offered and in its cozy atmosphere. Arabica lovers will of course appreciate it, but there are also many other delicacies to enjoy on site : 5 rue Victor Hugo in Bayonne.  

Photo @Colombus Café & Co Bayonne

We change atmosphere at the Undecise. This name suits him well because you can only be undecided in front of this beautiful menu of sweet or savory dishes, with original notes. This tea room - coffee shop brilliantly surfs the trend of healthy, vegan cuisine, with gluten-free options. All kinds of coffee, tea, chai latte, smoothie… enhance homemade pastries or lunch menus. The flavors and taste associations are subtle and surprising. It is a relaxed and atypical place that promises you an exotic break : 27, rue Poissonnerie in Bayonne.

Photo @ The indecisive Bayonne

The coffee shops of the Basque coast

We reach the coast, in Biarritz, to go back in time and relive the golden age of the first sea baths... The Cosmopolitain Hotel is an emblematic place of this famous seaside resort. Its chic and retro decoration you into the heart of the 19 ^th century - early 20 ^{th century,} at a time when the resort towns flourished and the first tourists flocked to enjoy those hard-earned vacation. It is a real tea room, with a cozy atmosphere, soft and pastel colors, with its candy boxes of yesteryear full of sweets : old cookies, traditional macaroons and gourmet pies... You will spend stolen, regressive moments there for a journey out of time.

Photo @Cosmopolitain, tea room and hotel

Radical change of universe at Milwaukee café. Here, you enter a real " American coffee shop ". Pancakes, banoffees, brunches, burgers and nuggets… the menu is American with some French concessions! The choice of cafes is classic but nice. You are literally transported to the USA and it is this change of scenery that deserves the detour.

In Bidart, we return to the authentic Basque Country, although... Koskenia is indeed an inn, with its café, bar and traditional restaurant. But it is a modern and unusual hostel that provides you with its coworking space, to work, discuss and develop its network. To highlight local know-how and craftsmanship, it has set up a delicatessen from local producers. And because the Basque Country is above all a strong culture, it also offers an open stage with local artists and a unique program of events.

Photo @Koskenia

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The coffee shops of the interior Basque Country

In the heart of Labourd, in the picturesque village of Aïnhoa, you enter a traditional Basque house : Maison Ohantzea. As soon as you enter, you will feel this warmth and authenticity, with its slightly outdated charm. The welcome is friendly and family. You will enjoy homemade pastries and especially a delicious Basque cake.

The good idea : Aïnhoa has an unexpected culinary specialty… We tested it for you and we tell you all about Aïnhoa gingerbread in our article (fr).

Photo @Maison Ohantzea

In Hasparren, the Liliren Etxean tea room, Chez Lili, offers artisan and local teas, coffees and cakes. It is in a refined setting that you can taste the sweets and pastries, which are also on sale in the shop.

In Basse-Navarre, in Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port, Txoko is a café - tea room, located on the banks of the Nive de Béhérobie. These pastries and especially its Basque cake are highly recommended! Here is a welcome stopover during a visit to this " Most beautiful village in France ".

The good idea : A preview of the visit of the city, it tempts you? Here is our tour with the essentials to see (fr) in Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port. Another more original option : we take you on our night tour of this medieval city.

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Here is our little tour of the Basque Country coffee shops which comes to an end. This is only a selection and you will find many other addresses on site. To guide you according to your location, discover our “ Around me ” option : Our geolocation service helps you find nearby tours and activities, a restaurant, or your accommodation.

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Article written by Stéphanie Tempier for the Guide du Pays Basque.

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