The fact that Nieuwpoort has become a popular destination for dining in recent years is partly due to M Bistro. This incredibly cozy restaurant, run by Mattias & Sofie, opened not long ago on Potterstraat, near the Grote Markt in this coastal city.
The idea of someday starting their own business had been there for a long time… but what is the right location? What is a good concept? Their idea slowly matured and was a success.
Mattias is a self-taught chef and gained experience working with chefs such as Stefaan Ghys, Axel Colona-Cesari, and the up-and-coming star Tim Boury. He learned about various cuisines, different styles, and new techniques, and also adopted the passion for the profession from his mentors. Now, he wants to pass on that passion and drive to both the team and the guests. In his kitchen, he wants to blossom and surprise with simple and fresh dishes that clearly carry his unique stamp. We’d like to mention the market menu at €39 (2 courses) or the M menu at €60 (4 courses) or €74 (5 courses).
Hostess Sofie ensures a warm, soft, and spontaneous welcome. The service plays an important role in the overall experience. What makes M Bistro unique is the large enclosed terrace, right in the center of Nieuwpoort. Here, Mattias grows a wide variety of well-known and lesser-known herbs and some vegetables, all of which are incorporated into the kitchen.
All the passion of Mattias and Sofie has been justly recognized. M Bistro serves star-quality dishes, and Michelin also took notice.
Young, fresh, welcoming, social, simple, enthusiastic, powerful, blossoming, youthful, original, and creative—it’s all part of this fantastic neo-bistro!
Images: credits Triptique
