Seaside Restaurants: Where to Eat with a View of the Mediterranean in Marseille?

What is rare is precious. This saying couldn’t be more true for Le Cabanon de Paulette. Open only on sunny days, this must-visit spot brightens up our spring and summer. Marseille’s elite gather here to savor a menu that showcases the city’s culinary expertise while admiring the sun as it sets on the horizon.

If you’re looking for a great seafood restaurant by the sea, head to Chez Aldo. Located across from the Madrague de Montredon harbor, this restaurant invites you to savor the flavors of the Mediterranean in an authentic setting. Fresh fish grilled à la plancha and Provençal specialties are prepared with top-quality ingredients for a meal that’s finger-licking good!

A gourmet restaurant with a panoramic view, Les Bords de Mer is also a stunning setting. Perched just above the water’s edge, its 50 tables let you dine while taking in views of the Mediterranean, the Château d’If, and the Frioul Islands. It also features a masterful culinary style that elevates local and seasonal ingredients. It transforms the flavors of the sea into dishes that are briny and tangy. And naturally, it wins over both your hearts and your stomachs—as evidenced by the fact that you voted for it and its cuisine.

At Chez Marco, it’s like savoring Italy on a Marseille beach. This restaurant specializing in Italian and Mediterranean cuisine invites you to its sunny terrace right on the edge of Prophète Beach. A quintessential setting where you can savor delicious, colorful dishes with a view of the sea and a gentle breeze on your face. Seafood pasta, creamy burrata, or grilled octopus: because happiness is also found on your plate at Chez Marco.

It’s in the shade of the tamarisk trees—those fragrant trees that gave this restaurant its name—that you can enjoy your meal in the heart of the calanques. Les Tamaris invites you to experience a truly peaceful moment perfect for relaxation . Surrounded by the Saména calanque, your taste buds will be delighted by cuisine that showcases the best of Provence and the riches of the Mediterranean. A perfect place to treat both your eyes and your stomach!

Perched on the Corniche, the Peron restaurant overlooks the sea, offering a breathtaking view. In addition to an exceptional panorama that lets us experience the Mediterranean like never before, this restaurant invites us on a true culinary journey. With a menu featuring fresh, ocean-inspired flavors, guests can savor refined, local gourmet cuisine. A truly exceptional venue since 1885, Le Peron Restaurant welcomes its guests into a timeless setting and ensures they enjoy an unforgettable evening.

It’s a pop-up spot we love to visitin the summer. Typically open until the end of September,this little spot on the Corniche offers a breathtaking panoramic view of the Frioul archipelago. An ideal place to watch the sunset in Marseille, people also flock here to enjoy the terrace overlooking the sea and the casual, open-air café atmosphere. More of a tapas bar than a restaurant, it’s the perfect spot to savor small bites while sipping cocktails.

Tucked away in the fishing village of Les Goudes, the Tuba Club is one of the best seaside restaurants for enjoying seafood before (or after) taking a quick dip. Tastefully decorated by interior designer Marion Mailaender, the place exudes a ’70s vibe with its sun-colored striped mattresses. Intimate and cozy, this restaurant-hotel has a special charm: tables right by the water facing the calanques, where you can enjoy a delicious meal. Elegant and trendy, it’s the restaurant you won’t want to miss.

How abouta meal with your feet in the sand as the sun sets? For a seaside getaway, head to Luma, a new spot on Pointe Rouge Beach in Marseille, featuring a Bali-inspired atmosphere with teak decor, crocheted umbrellas, and wicker chairs. The summer menu features seafood and meat dishes ( sea bream carpaccio, lobster pasta, grilled meats) and cocktails to enjoy overlooking the sea.

Just beneath the Vallon des Auffes bridge, the pizzeria Chez Jeannot offers more than just delicious pizzas. In fact, it boasts one of Marseille’s most beautiful terraces, where you can sip a cocktail while admiring the sunset between the bridge’s arches. As you take in the view of this picturesque, must-see harbor in theEndoume neighborhood, an exceptional evening awaits you, accompanied by the gentle lapping of the water!

The terrace of Marseille’s historic nautical center offers a breathtaking view overlooking the Old Port and Fort Saint-Jean. What’s on the agenda at this friendly and colorful spot? Private concerts, themed after-work parties, and even cooking workshops…Early risers can enjoy brunch at the Rowing Club, while night owls can head there for an aperitif and sample their tapas platters!

Just a stone’s throw from Catalans Beach and not far from the Old Port lies this small restaurant perched on the cliffside, a true Marseille institution. With its terrace or private beach, Le Petit Pavillon offers a panoramic view of the Frioul Islands. It’s the perfect spot to sip a cocktail to the sound of lounge music while savoring traditional specialties with Mediterranean flair.

Au bord de l’eau is a restaurant that—as its name (almost) suggests—offers a stunning view of the small fishing harbor. Comfortably seated in the shade of the veranda or on the terrace when the weather permits, you can enjoy a convivial and gourmet experience while savoring the restaurant’s specialties, including fish à la plancha, fish soup, and pizzas. A wonderful time awaits.