Lunch at Le Bistrot de Ninot
Lunch in Cassis, on the Portfacing the sea
A lunch of fresh fish and Mediterranean cuisine on the largest terrace in Cassis, right by the harbour.
Lunch facing the harbour
Where to Have Lunch in Cassisour table on the port
At lunchtime, Le Bistrot de Ninot welcomes you on the port of Cassis for a meal facing the sea. Set right on the quay, our restaurant serves Mediterranean cuisine and fresh fish, in the lively atmosphere of the harbour.
Whether you are passing by after a walk through the calanques or simply looking for a gourmet break in the shade, our sea-view terrace is open for the lunch service. Whole fish is presented and filleted at your table.
Why have lunch here
Your Reasons to Lunch in Cassis
Fresh fish
Mediterranean cuisine and fresh fish, with whole fish presented and then filleted at your table.
Sea-view terrace
The largest terrace in Cassis, shaded and set on the harbour, for lunch facing the sea.
On the port
A perfectly located address on the quay, at the heart of the port of Cassis, steps from the calanques.
Le Bistrot de Ninot at a glance
An Institution on the Port of Cassis
1962
A port of Cassis institution, passed down through three generations
1,100+
Google reviews from our guests
80–100
seats on the largest terrace in Cassis
On the plate
A Fresh-Fish Lunch in Cassisfilleted before you
At lunchtime, the menu at Le Bistrot de Ninot celebrates fresh fish and Mediterranean cuisine. Depending on the day's catch, whole fish is presented at your table, then filleted before you: a signature gesture that has built the house's reputation since 1962. Shellfish, crustaceans and generous dishes round out a menu designed for lunch facing the sea.
This fresh-fish lunch is savoured at a leisurely pace, in the atmosphere of the port of Cassis. Three generations of transmission have shaped a simple, honest know-how where the produce comes first. To discover all our suggestions, the menu details the starters, fish and desserts served at both lunch and dinner.
Facing the sea
The Largest Terrace in Cassis for Lunch
Lunch at Le Bistrot de Ninot also means enjoying the largest terrace in Cassis. Set on the quay, shaded and open to the harbour and the sea, it seats 80 to 100 guests for the lunch service. It is the ideal spot for a break in the sun, between two visits to the calanques or the village.
The terrace also welcomes your four-legged companions, as pets are allowed. In summer as well as off season, it offers an open view of the boats and the colourful facades of the port. A setting that turns a simple lunch into a moment suspended in time, facing the Mediterranean.
Around your lunch
Extend Your Visit to Cassis
Before or after your lunch, discover the other sides of Le Bistrot de Ninot and plan your visit to the port of Cassis:
Your questions
Lunch in Cassis: Your Questions
What time is lunch at Le Bistrot de Ninot in Cassis?
We welcome you for the lunch service on the port of Cassis. Opening hours vary by season, between summer and the rest of the year; we recommend booking your table in advance, especially in high season.
What does the menu offer at lunchtime?
The menu celebrates fresh fish and Mediterranean cuisine, with whole fish presented and filleted at your table. Shellfish, crustaceans, starters and desserts complete the selection, served at both lunch and dinner.
Can we have lunch on the terrace facing the sea?
Yes. Le Bistrot de Ninot has the largest terrace in Cassis, shaded and set on the harbour, with a sea view. It seats 80 to 100 guests and stays open for lunch.
Do I need to book for lunch?
Booking is strongly recommended, particularly at weekends and in summer when the terrace is in high demand. You can reserve your table online or by phone on +33 4 42 01 74 32.
Are pets allowed at lunch?
Yes, your pets are welcome on the terrace. You can enjoy lunch on the port of Cassis with your dog, facing the sea.
Find out more
Lunch in Cassis, on the Port, All Season Long
Looking for a restaurant for lunch in Cassis often means looking for a table facing the sea, in the atmosphere of the harbour. Le Bistrot de Ninot has answered that wish since 1962: a local institution passed down through three generations, where lunch unfolds to the rhythm of the Mediterranean. Fresh fish, Mediterranean cuisine and whole fish filleted at the table make for a simple, generous experience, steps from the calanques.
Whether you come as a couple, with family or with friends, our sea-view terrace — the largest in Cassis — hosts your lunch in a setting unique to the port. More than 1,100 Google reviews reflect our guests' attachment to this address. To have lunch in Cassis in the best conditions, remember to book your table, especially during the busy summer season.
Book Your Lunchin Cassis, facing the sea
Fancy lunch on the port of Cassis? Book your table at Le Bistrot de Ninot and enjoy our fresh fish on the largest sea-view terrace.