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A Foodie’s Guide To Marseille, France

Marseille, France, as seen from Notre-Dame de la Garde (photo: Olivia Chaber).

One of the quirky, inexplicable truths of traveling as a dedicated foodie is that you often remember the meals more vividly than the attractions or scenery. Marseille, a city on the southern coast of France, is sure to fill up your memory with unforgettable restaurant experiences. It’s not just the exquisite food in this French port city; it’s also the unique settings where you dine that make eating in Marseille a revelation for any food lover. As you explore this fascinating food scene, travel light. Book a luggage storage facility in Marseille so you can focus on menus and drinks, not backpacks and belongings.

Marseille, France, as seen from Notre-Dame de la Garde (photo: Olivia Chaber).
Marseille (photo: Olivia Chaber)

Marseille’s culinary options aren’t restricted to French; many other worldwide cuisines are available. But why go to a place famous for fish and eat pizza? If you’re a true foodie, you’ll look the other way when you pass a Chinese, Indian, or Italian restaurant and seek out that little French bistro down a back street that serves traditional dishes. It’s one way to make your stay in Marseille genuinely memorable.

Where and What To Eat in Marseille

Vieux Port

Vieux Port is the oldest part of Marseille, and the fish served in the restaurants lining this picturesque port could only get fresher if it leaped out of the sea and straight onto your plate. All restaurants here buy their fish directly from the fishermen and women who line up on the quay with their catch every morning.

Two things you should not fail to try in Vieux Port are bouillabaisse (fish soup) and moules marinière (sailor-style mussels). These classic French dishes taste even better when eaten at one of the local restaurants along Marseille’s waterfront.

Le Miramar – Le Miramar is a restaurant right on the port with a glassed-in terrace where you can enjoy outdoor dining with a superb view at any time of the year. It’s the perfect spot to discover the savory delights of France’s famous seafood soup. Le Miramar specializes in making bouillabaisse the traditional way. While it comes crammed with fresh seafood, it won’t be a low-cost experience.

Au Doyen – When the weather’s too warm for hot soup, grab a table on the terrace at Au Doyen and dig into some mussels. You’ve got two options for enjoying them: the classic French way, moules marinière, served straight from the pot they were cooked in, or the less traditional but equally delicious moules frites. Though moules frites originated in Belgium, it’s now a…

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