Le Bayonnais - Bayonne

We tried this refurbished restaraunt by chance because the decor, tables and menu looked good. Tried Langoustine Risotto and Duck Margret both were very nicely presented and very tasty indeed. Helped down with good (not expensive) wine. Try this restaraunt you will not be disappointed.

I had not been in this restaurant in many years. It has been remodeled and given a more modern decor (not necessarily my style I have to say). But the dining was superb as always!! We had the sardines salad and the foie gras as appetizers, both delicious. As entrees we ordered the lamb and the magret. Both incredible as well! The potatoes that came with my Magret were crispy and perfect. For the kids we ordered an entrecôte to share which was also perfect. For dessert we had the Tarte aux figues (I had it there once and had never tried something so crispy and delicious so I was happy to repeat) and the profiteroles which my children happily finished to the last bite. Service is efficient but not friendly or happy. Very french indeed... part of the experience I suppose. The atmosphere in this restaurant is not too relaxed, there were visitors of all ages mostly french (which is a good sign), and most people were nicely dressed. Regarding whether this is a children-friendly place, I would say not really. I only saw our two kids and another little girl. And the personnel didn't seem too interested or fond of them. So bring entertainment to keep them quiet if you're with little ones. We paid 140€ for two appetizers, three entrees, two desserts, one cheese plate,one aperitif, one Demi-bouteille of red wine and one small coffee. Not cheap but worth every bite!

Dinner for two outside, having not booked a table. Attentive staff, with prompt service and food. Had excellent main courses and desserts. Plenty of choices of places to eat next to the river in Bayonne, but we could not fault Le Bayonnais on this return visit.

We had lunch there, risotto langoustines and sole . Both were good sole) to excellent risotto) Excellent desert list also. Service was professional. The restaurant is very pretty inside and I can imagine in nice weather that sitting outside along the Nice River is charming. Great location right next to the Basques Museum. A delightful refreshing stop for lunch.

Dishes cooked with precision: taste is present! excellent!But the very slow service: 2h30 to eat a dish and a dessert: it is too much