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Zitto Speakeasy
A hidden cocktail bar in the port area styled on 1920s Italy and Prohibition, with leather armchairs, velvet banquettes and a seasonal menu of creative cocktails.
At a glance
- Type
- Speakeasy cocktail bar
- Area
- Le Port, Nice, France
- Price
- $$$ · Upscale
- Opening
- Open 6 days a week (closed Tuesday) · 18:30–00:30
- Official site
- gigitavola.com
Good to know
- Hidden entrance
- Seasonal cocktail menu
- Walk-in only
- Mixology workshops
- Private hire
Why we recommend it
Zitto is Nice's best-known speakeasy, and finding it is part of the evening. The bar is tucked away in the port district on the Quai des Deux Emmanuels, and its entrance is deliberately hidden. The bar's own website suggests looking for clues on the page itself or in the first photo of its Instagram account, so do a little homework before you go.
Once inside, the mood is set by the decor, inspired by 1920s Italy and the Prohibition era. Leather armchairs, velvet banquettes and low stools fill a cosy room, and the name, which means quiet in Italian, hints at the secretive spirit. The tourism office describes a hidden passage leading to the interior.
The drinks are the main event. The menu changes with the seasons and mixes original creations with well-made classics, built on creative flavour pairings. If you are unsure what to order, describe what you like and let the bartenders suggest something. For a deeper dive, the bar runs immersive mixology workshops led by its bartender Guillaume, covering the origins of spirits, bartending techniques and tastings of local spirits, which can be booked online. Cocktail experiences can also be bought as gifts.
According to the bar's website, Zitto opens every evening from 18:30 except Tuesday and does not take reservations, so arrive early to be sure of a seat, especially at weekends. The tourism office lists slightly different days, so check the latest information before you go. Private and group bookings can be arranged on request. The bar is not accessible to wheelchair users. Cards, including American Express, Apple Pay and cash are accepted, and English is spoken.
Zitto suits couples on a date, small groups of friends and cocktail enthusiasts who appreciate atmosphere and craft. It is less suited to large, loud groups, given the intimate setting and the house name.
The port area makes a good base for the evening. Have dinner at one of the restaurants around Port Lympia or at JAN on Rue Lascaris, then come to Zitto for a nightcap. From here, the old town is a short walk back round the foot of Castle Hill.
Zitto Speakeasy FAQs
How do I find the entrance?
The entrance is hidden. The bar's website suggests looking for clues on the site or in the first photo of its Instagram account.
Can I book a table?
No, Zitto works on a walk-in basis, although private and group bookings can be arranged on request.
When is it open?
The bar's website lists every evening from 18:30 except Tuesday; check before you go, as published days vary.
What kind of drinks are served?
Original cocktail creations and classics, on a menu that changes with the seasons.
What is the decor like?
It is inspired by 1920s Italy and Prohibition, with leather armchairs and velvet banquettes.
Are there workshops?
Yes, immersive mixology workshops are led by the bartender Guillaume.
Is it accessible?
No, the tourism office lists it as not wheelchair accessible.
Where is it?
On the Quai des Deux Emmanuels in the port area of Nice.