La Marine

The story

La Marine is a cozy, informal room by the sea that makes no claim to be a traditional French restaurant. The menu reads somewhat like a pub's, with a fusion streak, but it is built on fresh, seasonal ingredients and backed by a solid wine list. The staff are friendly and quick, and the mood suits a relaxed holiday meal. Fish is the kitchen's strength: bream and tuna arrive carefully cooked and presented, with crunchy vegetables alongside. Mussels served as moules frites and local chipirones are popular orders, as are oysters, côte de boeuf, steak Rossini and a risotto with cod and shrimp. Starters include peppers with potatoes and a green pepper and tomato salad. The foie gras terrine is a reason to return on its own, and Basque cake rounds things off.