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    • Etchehandia Restaurant

      Basque brewery in Espelette, a place to live and create good times

      In the heart of the Basque Country, in Espelette, the Etchehandia restaurant offers a revisited, gourmet and generous Basque cuisine, inspired by local traditions.
      The establishment showcases local products sourced from short supply chains, in a respectful, authentic and committed approach.

      A cuisine rooted in local produce and sharing

      Each dish celebrates the richness of the Basque terroir, thanks to a rigorous selection of ingredients sourced from local producers.
      The team enhances each product while respecting the seasons, with particular attention paid to quality, authenticity and responsible cooking.

      The restaurant welcomes its guests in a typical and friendly setting, with nearly 300 seats spread across several areas:

      • Village terrace, ideal for enjoying the warm atmosphere of Espelette
      • Pergola terrace, garden area and view of La Rhune, perfect for a relaxing moment

      Restaurant and event planner

      Weddings, seminars and group meals in the Basque Country

      Much more than a restaurant, Etchehandia is a true meeting place and a place for sharing, designed to host all types of events:

      • Weddings
      • Corporate seminars
      • Group meal
      • Family or professional celebrations

      Thanks to its capacity to accommodate guests and its authentic setting, the team offers a tailor-made experience, adapting its gourmet cuisine to the desires of the guests and the specificities of each event.

      A family atmosphere and a passion for Basque cuisine

      The Etchehandia restaurant embodies the spirit of a revisited Basque brasserie, where each dish is prepared with passion, know-how and respect for the product.

      The atmosphere is friendly and intergenerational, bringing together villagers, lovers of the Basque Country and visitors passing through around a generous, ethical and tasty cuisine.

      What is there to discover around Espelette?

      After a meal or event at the Etchehandia restaurant, many discoveries await you:

      • La Rhune, accessible on foot or by panoramic train, offers exceptional views of the Basque Country.
      • Ainhoa, listed among the most beautiful villages in France (of which Espelette is a part!!)
      • Local markets, showcases of the expertise of Basque producers
      • The caves of Sare, an immersion between history and nature
      • The banks of the Nive are ideal for a family stroll.

      A must-visit address in Espelette

      Whether it's to enjoy local Basque cuisine, organize an event or simply enjoy a unique setting, the Etchehandia restaurant stands out as an essential address in Espelette, often considered a true institution of the Basque Country.

      Join us and experience Etchehandia.

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Services

  • Air conditioning
  • Bank cards accepted
  • Bar
  • Cash
  • Children playground
  • Disable access
  • English spoken
  • Garden
  • Groups
  • Internet : no
  • Mountain view
  • Open all year round
  • Paperless restaurant voucher
  • Parking
  • Pets welcome
  • Restaurant voucher
  • Seminar Room
  • Spanish spoken
  • Speaks French
  • Specialities
  • Terrace
  • open 7/7

Useful information

  • Guide du Routard
  • Petit Futé
  • Trip Advisor
  • Fait Maison

Capacity : 300

Location : In the countryside, In town

Province : Labourd

Tariffs : 20€ to 30€, 30€ to 40€, 40€ to 80€

Opening hours

  • Monday 12:00 am - 02:00 pm 07:00 pm - 09:00 pm
  • Tuesday 12:00 am - 02:00 pm 07:00 pm - 09:00 pm
  • Wednesday 12:00 am - 02:00 pm 07:00 pm - 09:00 pm
  • Thursday 12:00 am - 02:00 pm 07:00 pm - 09:00 pm
  • Friday 12:00 am - 02:00 pm 07:00 pm - 09:00 pm
  • Saturday 12:00 am - 02:30 pm 07:00 pm - 09:00 pm
  • Sunday 12:00 am - 02:30 pm 07:00 pm - 09:00 pm

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