Regional specialities: the taste of Nieuwpoort
Nieuwpoort is a true fishing town with a deep-rooted maritime heritage, and you can taste it: here the local cuisine revolves around the day-fresh catch of the North Sea, with the grey shrimp in the leading role.
- The grey shrimp: the fine grey shrimp is Nieuwpoort's regional product par excellence, landed fresh each day and cooked straight off the fishing boat, at its best peeled and eaten by hand, in a shrimp croquette or classically in a tomato.
- More from the North Sea: beyond the shrimp, Nieuwpoort also prides itself on its line-caught sea bass and fresh flatfish such as sole and plaice, sustainably caught and served in the many fish restaurants.
- Month of the Shrimp: every October Nieuwpoort puts the shrimp firmly in the spotlight during the Month of the Shrimp, with tastings, harbour cruises and a host of culinary activities around the fish market.
Restaurants
For many people, not having to cook is one of the greatest luxuries of a holiday, and the Belgian coast offers plenty of opportunity for it.
- For every occasion: settle in at a pancake house, a brasserie, a restaurant or a cosy bistro. From a quick portion of chips or a waffle to a carefully prepared multi-course dinner, in Nieuwpoort there's something in every price range.
- Specialities of the coast: be sure to try the regional classics such as mussels, the fine Flemish grey shrimp (delicious in a shrimp croquette), fresh North Sea fish and the many local beers.
- Current opening times: for an overview with details and opening hours for each restaurant in Nieuwpoort, see Resto.
- Straight from the fisherman: in Nieuwpoort the fish comes straight from the boat to your plate via the short supply chain, thanks to initiatives such as Recht uit Zèè, in which local fishermen deliver their day-fresh catch directly to the town's restaurants and fishmongers.
Terraces
Thirsty after a warm day, tired from an outing, or simply fancy a drink? In the centre of Nieuwpoort you can stop by all day long.
- For every thirst: all day long they pour soft drinks, beer, cocktails and more, exactly as you fancy.
- The right spot: settle down at one of the many convivial terraces or cafés in the centre, out in the sun, in the shade or sheltered from the wind.
- Convivial into the night: at the bar or around the table, with friends or to meet new people, enjoy the atmosphere and let yourself be spoilt into the small hours.
