One of the best local restaurants is La Plancha.
Jim Goodall’s Restaurant Selection—–near the airport——Chateau de Brindos,excellent for lunch special occassion.A bit expensive!But well worth it.Restaurant has an excellent website also.
In Bayonne on the water front—Le Bistro Basque,really good!
At Easter there is a terrific Jambon Festival—–usually held on Good Friday weekend!