Chez Poulpe
Biarritz
At a glance
Chez Poulpe is a seafood-focused restaurant in Ustaritz, offering market-led cooking shaped by the day’s produce and the seasons. The menu centres on fish, shellfish and regional ingredients, with a style that connects Atlantic traditions with Mediterranean influences. The restaurant’s approach is based on freshness, straightforward flavours and close attention to product quality.
Seafood is the defining theme, with octopus forming a particular focus of the kitchen. Other seafood preparations can include prawns, squid, fresh fish and salads, depending on the catch and the market. Meat dishes are also available, giving the menu a broader range for mixed preferences. Because the cooking follows arrivals and seasonal availability, the selection changes rather than relying on a fixed list of dishes.
The atmosphere is convivial and informal, with the restaurant presenting itself as a welcoming place for regulars and newcomers alike. Service includes guidance around the day’s fish and the available dishes, supporting a relaxed meal built around fresh ingredients. The setting suits diners looking for a locally connected seafood restaurant rather than a formal fine-dining experience.
Located on Rue de Hiribehere, Chez Poulpe brings a coastal-minded style of cooking to the inland Basque town of Ustaritz. The restaurant’s relationship with nearby producers and fish suppliers forms part of its identity, while the cooking retains a sense of creativity within a traditional regional framework. For diners exploring the area beyond Biarritz, it offers a food-led stop focused on marine produce and seasonal market cooking.
Chez Poulpe works well for seafood enthusiasts, mixed groups that appreciate having both fish and meat choices, and diners interested in a menu guided by current arrivals. The octopus-led identity gives the restaurant a clear point of focus, while the changing selection keeps the experience connected to the market. The restaurant serves lunch and dinner from Wednesday to Sunday, with separate midday and evening service periods.
