Port Said Seafood Guide ๐ฆ๐ - The Ultimate Catch!
Discover Port Said's three legendary seafood markets where Mediterranean bounty meets local flavors! Here's your ultimate foodie map: 1๏ธโฃ Port Fouad Grand Market ๐ขโจ ๐ Location: Port Fouad Grand Market โฐ Best Time: 9AM+ (early birds get the freshest catch!) ๐ Pros: โ๏ธ Less touristy = calmer shopping โ๏ธ Fair prices & ultra-fresh seafood โ๏ธ On-site cleaning/processing (but no dining area) ๐ How to Get There: Take a taxi (they'll board the FREE ferry with you - super fun experience!) 2๏ธโฃ Aboelnaga Open-Air Market ๐๏ธ๐ ๐ Location: ุงุจูุงููุฌุง-aboelnaga motors โฐ Must Arrive By: 8AM (the earlier, the better!) ๐ Pros: โ๏ธ Cheapest prices in town โ๏ธ Authentic local vibe & huge variety โ๏ธ Sells insulated boxes for transporting seafood โ ๏ธ Note: No cooking facilities - takeaway only! 3๏ธโฃ Fish Market (Indoor) ๐ฌ๐ฝ๏ธ ๐ Location: Fish market ๐ Pros: โ๏ธ Cook-to-order + dine-in options โ๏ธ Widest seafood selection ๐ Cons: โ Crowded with tourists โ Pushy vendors & price haggling needed ๐ฆ Pro Tips for Seafood Lovers: โข Day Trippers: Arrive early โ feast โ pack extra for dinner โข Overnighters: Hit Market #3 for dinner, then Markets #1/#2 next morning โข Freshness Check: ๐ Fish: Clear eyes = fresh! ๐ฆ Shrimp/Prawns: Should feel firm (no droopy heads!) ๐ฆ Crabs: Only buy LIVE ones! ๐ Getting There from Cairo: โข Bus: 3.5-4 hours (~$5) โข Private Car: 2.5 hours (~1500 EGP) #PortSaidSeafood #EgyptFoodie #MediterraneanFeast #TravelEgypt #SeafoodLover ๐ค๐