Porto Antico: Seaside Restaurant and Lounge Bar in Coral Bay

Porto Antico is a sea-view restaurant, lounge bar and café in Coral Bay that works for a long lunch, a sunset dinner or simply a drink on the terrace. It is family-run, set in a beautifully restored old building, and popular with both residents of Peyia and visitors. Here is what to know before you go.

What is Porto Antico?

Porto Antico is a restaurant, lounge bar and café on Throniou tis Panagias in Coral Bay, part of the Peyia municipality north of Paphos. The building is a former carob warehouse that has been restored, with a stylish indoor dining room and a large outdoor terrace looking towards the sea.

Carob was once one of Cyprus's main exports, and old carob stores still stand along parts of the coast. Eating in one is a nice reminder of the area's history before tourism.

What is on the menu?

Porto Antico describes its food as freshly prepared dishes from daily menus. The focus is Mediterranean, with a strong seafood side:

• Fresh fish and seafood, the dishes the restaurant is best known for
• Steaks and grilled meats
• Pasta
• Salads and starters for sharing
• Desserts

The restaurant is listed as vegetarian-friendly, with vegan and gluten-free options. Because the menu changes, ask what fish is in that day. There is a full bar, and a published review noted an extensive wine list.

When is Porto Antico open?

Hours can change between summer and winter, so call before making a special trip.

How do you get there?

By car

1. From Paphos, follow the coast road north towards Coral Bay and Peyia.
2. In Coral Bay, follow your map app to Throniou tis Panagias 9.
3. Parking is available at the restaurant.

By bus

Local buses link Paphos and Coral Bay, which makes Porto Antico one of the easier sea-view restaurants to reach without a car. Check current routes and timetables on our public transport guide or with the Paphos bus operator.

When is the best time to visit?

• Sunset: the terrace faces the sea, so early evening is the busiest time. Book for a sunset table, especially at weekends.
• Lunch: quieter and a good choice after a morning on the beach at Coral Bay.
• Out of season: the indoor room makes it a comfortable option in cooler months, when many beach venues close.

Who is Porto Antico good for?

• Couples looking for a sea-view dinner without driving far from Coral Bay.
• Families, thanks to the relaxed terrace, high chairs and a menu that covers simple pasta as well as fish.
• Groups and visitors, as the menu suits mixed tastes and diets, including vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free.
• Residents of Peyia who want a local option for a drink or coffee as well as a full meal, since it also works as a lounge bar and café.

Practical tips

• Book ahead for dinner in summer and on weekends, by phone or email.
• Remember Thursday. The restaurant is listed as closed on Thursdays.
• Kitchen times: food is listed until about 21:45, even though the bar stays open later.
• Families: listings mention high chairs and outdoor seating, and the restaurant is family-run.
• Cards accepted: the listing shows card payments are taken.

What else is nearby?

• Coral Bay beach: a popular sandy beach with plenty of cafés nearby. See our Blue Flag beaches guide.
• Sea Caves: a few minutes' drive north, with the Edro III shipwreck and clifftop sunset views. Our guide to Oniro by the Sea covers a restaurant right on that stretch.
• Cap St Georges: the five-star resort beyond the Sea Caves, whose restaurants are open to non-residents. Read our Cap St Georges guide.

What to do next

Call to confirm the day's hours and book a table, then combine your meal with an afternoon at Coral Bay. For more ideas, see our food lover's guide to the best restaurants in Paphos and the Paphos district hub.