Café de la Plage A story of family and local heritage

Enjoy the catch of the day at Café de la Plage in Urrugne

Just steps from Socoa beach, on the Corniche road, Café de la Plage has become a must-visit for anyone looking for a seafood restaurant in Urrugne. Here, the menu follows the rhythm of the fish market, not the other way around: depending on the catch, monkfish, sole, turbot, or bluefin tuna vie for attention, cooked on a griddle or in the oven to preserve their natural flavor. This respect for fresh produce appeals to both regulars of the Basque coast and visitors passing through Saint-Jean-de-Luz or Ciboure.

Basque cuisine rooted in the territory

In the kitchen, Chef Patxi draws on a family tradition passed down through generations. Baby squid, prepared in its ink or as croquettes for an appetizer, sit alongside grilled artichokes or fresh anchovies from Hondarribia, a nod to the Spanish influence that permeates the entire cuisine of the Basque coast. Each dish reflects the same principle: minimal artifice, local produce showcased, and a cuisine that evolves with the seasons rather than a fixed menu for the year.

A shaded terrace where time stands still.

The charm of the place doesn't stop at the food. Under plane trees, the terrace of Café de la Plage offers a convivial setting where the scent of wisteria mingles with the Atlantic sea spray.

In the dining room, natural light highlights the décor by Marisa, Patxi 's wife: a passionate collector of antiques, she carefully selects traditional objects and fabrics to create a warm interior, perfect for both winter and summer. It's a setting that invites you to slow down, perhaps between a grilled fish lunch and a coffee overlooking the bay of Saint-Jean-de-Luz.

For a gourmet break between two visits to the Basque Country, between Saint-Jean-de-Luz and Ciboure, the Café de la Plage remains a stop not to be missed on the coast, where seafood and the Basque way of life come together at every service.