Cafe de la Grande Plage

1 Avenue Edouard VII, 64200 Biarritz, France

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4 💬 1521 Reviews
Cafe de la Grande Plage

Phone: +33559227788

Address: 1 Avenue Edouard VII, 64200 Biarritz, France

City: Biarritz

Menu Dishes: 35

Reviews: 1521

Website: http://www.lucienbarriere.com/localized/fr/casinos/etablissement/biarritz/bars_restaurants/grande_plage.htm

"As someone in the tourism industry in France, I am appalled at the poor service we experienced from the host this evening. After being denied a table last night because of a lack of reservation, we made it a point to book one online pm the next day before going to bed. We even arrived about minutes early to guarantee us a table on the terrasse to watch the sun set over the grande plage. I politely informed the maître d’ (who was clearly setting up tables for the dinner service) that we were here for our reservation, only to be curtly told that we needed to return at pm sharp. No explanation. No offer to sit us and serve us drinks, while we wait for the staff to complete their set-up. Just a “go away”. We ended up sitting down a few tables down (where cocktails were still being served), and a waiter kindly offered to take our drink order. While I realize that this is the VERY busy season (and staff are understandably rushing around), there is little need for service industry people to treat potential customers with anything less than their full undivided attention and expected courtesy. No need to reinforce the often overstated belief that French people are simply rude and unwelcoming to tourists... Kudos to the rest of the staff for making up for the very poor start to our last evening in Biarritz !!! Just my cents, from the viewpoint of another service industry worker trying to spend his hard-earned money while on our first true vacation so far this year"

Dorothée Dorothée

The location is perfect. We had the seafood buffet and that was very good. I will return on my next visit

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Olivie
Olivie

The restaurant is quite nice, with a beautiful oceanfront, however, the food is just average, for the prices they have I would have expected much better quality


Marguerite
Marguerite

Better Value for Money and less pretentious than expected. Good choice on menu, excellent presentation and delicious food. Waiting staff really professional. We went back the next day


Astrid
Astrid

Watch out when you have a breakfast. Ask them to put a napkin in the basket. They do not get cleaned properly while birds are in it and picking bread out of it all the time. Lack of Hygiene View menu


Marguerite
Marguerite

This place could really be a tourist trap and probably is from time to time, but on this occasion we got two very nice salads, some tasty prawns and a good kids meal. All with a fabulous view great


Margaux
Margaux

Not much atmosphere compared to other Biarritz options clinical ambience food was average at best gambas with polenta not very imaginative chipirons dish was very good once I had sent it back to be served hot cheese plate also not...very interesting


Aimée
Aimée

We were pleasantly surprised, seen some of the other reviews. We got an excellent table with a nice view on the beach, and a friendly women served us an excellent meal. Also the wine was well chilled, so we left with a very satisfactory feeling....We can only recommend this charming place View menu


Virginie
Virginie

Went to this bar with friends for an after work drink, the only good thing about this place is the outside seating in front of the ocean, everything else is terrible. If you want a nice area to see the ocean with a beer and...you don’t care about poor service this is a place place for you


Marguerite
Marguerite

We got a high table under the patio around where we sat and watched the surfers while enjoying a cold beer. We didn’t eat but the food looked pretty average if the look of the dishes at surrounding tables were anything to go by....The wait staff were efficient but not very friendly. This is a fabulous location for pausing and watching the world go by, but it lacks a certain pizzazz, this place could be amazing but as it stands, the location is what draws people here


Timothée
Timothée

As someone in the tourism industry in France, I am appalled at the poor service we experienced from the host this evening. After being denied a table last night because of a lack of reservation, we made it a point to book one online pm the next day before going to bed. We even arrived about minutes early to guarantee us a table on the terrasse to watch the sun set over the grande plage. I politely informed the maître d’ (who was clearly setting up tables for the dinner service) that we were here for our reservation, only to be curtly told that we needed to return at pm sharp. No explanation. No offer to sit us and serve us drinks, while we wait for the staff to complete their set-up. Just a... View menu

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  • Café Indulge in our rich and aromatic coffee selection, expertly brewed to awaken your senses. From classic espresso to creamy lattes, discover the perfect blend to start your day on a flavorful note.
  • Cafés Charming cafés offering a variety of freshly brewed coffees and teas, along with light snacks, pastries, and desserts. Perfect for a morning pick-me-up or an afternoon treat in a cozy atmosphere. View menu
  • Français Classic French cuisine showcasing timeless elegance, our menu offers rich and flavorful dishes crafted with traditional techniques and seasonal ingredients, promising an unforgettable culinary experience. Bon appétit!
  • Européen Delight in a culinary journey across Europe with our exquisitely crafted menu, featuring authentic dishes from France, Italy, Spain, and beyond, using the freshest ingredients to bring traditional flavors to life.

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