Le Bistrot du Port

Le Bistrot du Port is a bistro at 28 Quai Lunel on Port Lympia in Nice, in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region of France. It sits on the quayside of the old harbour, where fishing boats and yachts moor beneath the pastel facades of the port district, and it is known for serving whole fish from the day's catch in a straightforward French bistro style. The cuisine is French seafood, shaped by what the boats land each morning. The best-documented signature dish is a whole sea bream from the morning catch, typically grilled or roasted and served at the table, a presentation that has become the venue's emblem. The menu otherwise follows the day's market, so other fish and shellfish dishes appear according to supply. The dining room is relaxed and informal, with a harbourside setting, a mix of locals and visitors, a moderate noise level and no dress code; terrace seating is typically most sought after in fine weather. Wine is mainly French and regional, with Provence rosé and white as natural companions to fish, and staff can recommend by the glass or the bottle. The price range is moderate, although whole fish is usually priced by weight or as a set dish, so diners should ask before ordering. Reservations are recommended and can be made by phone on +33 4 93 55 21 70. Sources disagree on closing days, with one listing Monday and others Tuesday and Wednesday, and they also differ on annual closures, so a phone call before the visit is advisable. The bistro has an online page at le-bistrot-du-port-nice.eatbu.com. The harbour location makes it a natural stop after a walk around Port Lympia, close to the Place Île de Beauté and the neighbouring quays, and it is within reach of the old town on foot. Visitors who want a terrace table in summer typically book several days ahead.