Txirimiri

Txirimiri is a traditional Basque restaurant on Avenue des Mimosas in Hendaye Plage, around 100 metres from Hendaye beach. Its cooking draws on the produce of the Basque Country and the wider South-West, with fresh fish, local meat and seasonal vegetables shaping a straightforward, generous style.

The menu also includes house-made tapas designed for sharing. That format suits an informal meal with friends, while the intimate dining room provides a quieter setting for a meal for two. The atmosphere is warm and convivial rather than formal, with the restaurant placing equal emphasis on regional food and the pleasure of eating together.

Txirimiri occupies a useful position for a day by the coast. The beach stretches along the seafront nearby, and the surrounding area offers an easy setting for a walk before or after a meal. The restaurant is also close to the Spanish border, with Fontarrabie across the water and the Bidasoa-Txingudi boat connection providing access to Spain. Irun and Béhobie are within reach for visitors exploring the wider area.

The terrace adds an outdoor option in a setting influenced by the Atlantic coast, while the compact interior keeps the experience personal. With 22 indoor places and 30 on the terrace, the restaurant is better suited to small gatherings than large parties. Reservations are advisable, particularly for diners planning around a beach outing or travelling along the coast from Biarritz.

Txirimiri works well for those seeking local Basque cooking without a formal fine-dining setting. It is a natural choice for tapas, a relaxed lunch or dinner, and meals centred on regional ingredients. The restaurant’s location, close to the sea and the Spanish frontier, also makes it suitable for combining food with a coastal stroll or a short cross-border excursion.