Ferme Lizarraga

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Ferme Lizarraga: Modern Cuisine in Irun – Michelin Recommended 2026

A Rustic Retreat with Contemporary Soul

Just outside Urrugne, Ferme Lizarraga occupies a traditional farmhouse transformed into a space that balances rural charm with clean, modern lines. The dining room feels like an inn – comfortable, unhurried – yet the plates that emerge from the kitchen tell a story of precision and creativity. This is the domain of Stéphane Poulin, whose cooking earned the restaurant a Michelin Recommended distinction for 2026, a recognition that speaks to the quiet ambition at work here.

The Cuisine: Grounded in the Basque Country

Stéphane Poulin’s cooking is described as inventive, gourmet, and refined. He works with the best products from local producers, letting the season dictate the menu. The result is a cuisine that feels both rooted in the Basque landscape and boldly contemporary – a “gourmet walk between land and ocean,” as the restaurant puts it. Plates are precise, colorful, and graphic, with masterful cooking and just-right seasoning. The style is modern cuisine, but never at the expense of flavor or identity.

The Team Behind the Table

Véronique Poulin greets guests and ensures the experience runs smoothly. She also curates the wine list, selecting bottles that pair thoughtfully with each season’s dishes. Her advice is personal and passionate, making the meal feel like a shared discovery. Together, the Poulin family has created a place where attentive service and culinary artistry meet without fuss.

Ferme Lizarraga is open for lunch and dinner, closed Monday and Tuesday. Whether you come for the inventive cooking, the carefully chosen wines, or simply the warm, contemporary atmosphere, this is a restaurant that delivers on its Michelin promise – quietly, confidently, and with real character.