Kanttu Ostatua One of the best wine bars in the Basque Country in Hendaye

Opening hours

Temporarily closed

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Useful information

Location : Sea side

Province : Labourd

Services

  • Bank cards accepted
  • Bar
  • Basque spoken
  • Cash
  • Chèque
  • Chèques Vacances (Holiday voucher)
  • English spoken
  • Groups
  • Open all year round
  • Spanish spoken
  • Terrace
  • English
    • Kanttu, a friendly bistro near Hendaye beach


      Located near Hendaye beach, Kanttu is one of the best wine bars in the Basque Country. This bistro with its timeless charm seduces with its old zinc bar, its warm atmosphere and its spirit of sharing. A true institution of Basque gastronomy, it invites you to savor an authentic moment, with friends or family, in a setting that evokes the bistros of yesteryear.


      Tapas, Pintxos & Sharing Portions in Hendaye

      At Kanttu, the star of the menu is the tapas, pintxos and small portions to share. Lovers of Basque cuisine will enjoy revisited traditional recipes, generous and delicious: homemade croquettes, squid, charcuterie boards, cheeses from local producers... An ideal menu for an aperitif dinner or a convivial meal, accompanied by a fine selection of carefully chosen wines.


      Seasonal cuisine & local products

      The chef, with over 40 years of experience, offers home-cooked cuisine made from fresh, local and often organic produce, with a focus on short supply chains. The suggestions change with the seasons, guaranteeing freshness, flavors and authenticity. Each dish showcases the Basque Country's terroir and offers a unique culinary experience to visitors and regulars alike.


      Wine bar, Basque spirit & warm welcome

      More than just a restaurant, Kanttu is a must-visit wine bar in Hendaye, where laughter, good humor, and Basque spirit mingle. With suggestions starting at €19 and portions from €9, there's something for everyone. The family welcome, relaxed atmosphere, and quality cuisine make Kanttu an unmissable address for anyone who wants to discover Hendaye in a different way, with a drink and good local products.

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  • Español
  • Deutsch
  • Euskara

Traveller Reviews Kanttu Ostatua

4.4 sur 5 584 reviews

  • Aurélie Juan-Dols

    5 sur 5 Reviews posted by Aurélie Juan-Dols on 04/11/2025

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  • Nathan Jolais

    5 sur 5 Reviews posted by Nathan Jolais on 29/10/2025

    We had a wonderful meal; the lamb was incredibly tender and the service was impeccable. All this for a reasonable price. I highly recommend it!

  • Jean Baptiste Du 17

    5 sur 5 Reviews posted by Jean Baptiste Du 17 on 27/10/2025

Traveller Reviews Kanttu Ostatua

4.4 sur 5 124 reviews

Rating summary

  • Food 4.3 / 5
  • Atmosphere 4.2 / 5
  • Service 4.3 / 5
  • Value 4.1 / 5
  • "It is more than a great terrace, with good service!"

    5 / 5 Reviews posted by guillermor247 (Madrid, Spain) on 06/07/2022

    If you love a walk by the beach at Hendaia, you may pass by. And you must give it a try. The menu being diverse is not that deep, but you can find proper starter and main dishes to enjoy local...

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  • "Great restaurant."

    5 / 5 Reviews posted by eedtaylor (Weybridge, United Kingdom) on 11/07/2017

    Just popped in on the off chance od eating quite late, no problems, great food great service, full of locals.

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  • "Beautiful discovery"

    5 / 5 Reviews posted by cabriole32 (Ornezan, France) on 14/08/2025

    Thank you for this good time 😄 and especially for taking us without reservation by making us wait. Very nice waiters and waitresses 😊 Beautiful discovery, excellent octopus, quality andouillette I...

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Kanttu Ostatua

Address

22 rue des Eucalyptus
64700 Hendaye

Contacts

Phone : 09 82 54 53 90

GPS coordinates

43° 22'21.31"N, 1° 46'32.11"W

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