A favourite with both locals and French celebrities, Chez Fonfon has gained a reputation for serving the best bouillabaisse in town. Chez Fonfon proposes two ways of eating of this Marseillaise delicacy – the starter option eaten alone as a soup, and the main course version served with croutons and the famous spicy rouille paste. Whichever way, it is cooked to perfection and opens the taste buds to other Mediterranean recipes on the menu prepared with the region’s olive oil, tomatoes and garlic.

Tucked into the tiny fishing port of Vallon des Auffes, this local landmark has one of the loveliest settings in greater Marseille. A variety of fresh seafood, impeccably grilled, steamed, or roasted in salt crust, is served in two pretty dining rooms with picture windows overlooking the fishing boats that supply your dinner. Try classic bouillabaisse served with all the bells and whistles—broth, hot-chili rouille, and flamboyant tableside filleting.

Fonfon is a landmark spot – slotted into the Vallon des Auffes, an unlikely little fishing port in the heart of the city – and does bouillabaisse as it’s meant to be done. It’s not cheap (€65/£55), but you get the full monty: stock served first as soup, then the five-fish stew with all the palaver. The family-run restaurant, opened in 1952, has also had time to perfect other fish dishes and southern specialities.

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The 73-year-old Chez Fonfon serves up some of Marseille’s best bouillabaisse against the backdrop of the Vallon des Auffes harbor.

Que ce soit à l’institution locale de la bouillabaisse Chez Fonfon, qui existe depuis 50 ans, ou au restaurant à tapas plus récent qui raconte les voyages culinaires de Fonfon (spécialités corses, italiennes, grecques et provençales), Viaghji di Fonfon, direction le Vallon des Auffes pour un repas en bord de mer et au plus près de la vie des pêcheurs marseillais. Au-delà d'être de bons restaurants de bord de mer à Marseille, ils sont à eux seuls réprésentatifs de la vie simple et tranquille que l'on peut avoir en plein coeur de la ville. Restaurant bord de mer Marseille - Chez Fonfon140, rue du Vallon des Auffes - Marseille 7eOuvert tous les jours 12h-14h / 19h-22hPlus d'infos

Chez Fonfon est un restaurant mondialement connu pour ses spécialités de poisson, dont la traditionnelle bouillabaisse et l’incontournable bourride. L’histoire de cette institution locale débute en 1952 avec Alphonse Mounier, un Marseillais avec le cœur sur la main, qui décide de transformer le bar Beau Rivage en un restaurant. À partir de 1996, son neveu Roger Pinna reprend le flambeau pendant quelques années avant de laisser Alexandre et Peggy, en 2003, faire perdurer la tradition culinaire familiale.

© Clara Sfadj / Lesmarseillaises.fr —  An institution of Marseilles: Chez Fonfon, in the heart of the Auffes valley. An institution of the small fishing port of the valley of Auffes, below the Corniche Kennedy, Chez Fonfon (External link) has always relied on the fishermen of the valley to fill its kitchen with the goods of the sea. Served as a starter in a soup or as a shareable main course, here the bouillabaisse is traditional and made with five different fish.

With over 50 years of history, Chez Fonfon is as legendary for its food as it is for its picturesque harbour and Corniche Président John Fitzgerald Kennedy views. Nestled in the charming neighbourhood of Vallon des Auffes, this restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience. Vallon des Auffes, a picturesque fishing port nestled between the cliffs and the sea, is an enchanting place that captures the hearts of all who visit.

Situé au vallon des Auffes, le restaurant chez Fonfon est un restaurant gastronomique qui a fait du poisson sa spécialité numéro 1. Vous pourrez bien entendu y retrouver de la bouillabaisse (Chez Fonfon a lui aussi signé la charte de la bouillabaisse en 1980) mais également de nombreuses autres spécialités : du filet de rouget, de la daurade flambée au pastis, de la soupe de poisson ou encore du tartare de loup !

Let’s step out of the city centre and head towards the Corniche Kennedy coast road. Our first stop-off is at Plage des Catalans, home to Chez Michel, a genuine bouillabaisse institution since 1946. As a bouillabaisse benchmark, the restaurant of course respects tradition by serving the bouillabaisse in different dishes and filleting the John Dory, weever or scorpionfish before the avid eyes of hungry pundits.

Try it at Chez FonFon, a restaurant on the bay that has been serving delicious seafood dishes for over five decades. (Learn to prepare bouillabaisse yourself at Miramar, which holds courses monthly.) Dine al fresco at La Table du Royal in Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat at the Royal-Riviera hotel. Dishes here put a Mediterranean twist on French cuisine, and there are local Provencal wines on the wine list.

You can have the upscale version at the three-Michelin-starred Le Petit Nice, or at the charming Chez Fonfon in the pretty harbour of Vallon des Auffes. Hotel concierges will always point you there, and when guests discover that the latter featured in the opening scene of Seventies classic The French Connection, they are delighted to have stumbled upon an institution with such a colourful past.

An institution of the small fishing port of the valley of Auffes, below the Corniche Kennedy, Chez Fonfon has always relied on the fishermen of the valley to fill its kitchen with the goods of the sea. Served as a starter in a soup or as a shareable main course, here the bouillabaisse is traditional and made with five different fish. It's a perfect combination of freshness and authenticity!

Bouillabaisse is a dish synonymous with Marseille and you’ll find a very good version at Chez Fonfon. One of my first experiences trying the famed bouillabaisse in France was at Chez Fonfon and after going back numerous times, I’d definitely recommend visiting. The combination of depth of flavour in the soup and the stunning view across the quaint, old Port du Vallon des Auffes.

Chez Fonfon, a name synonymous with Marseille cuisine, is a must-visit for anyone wanting to experience authentic Bouillabaisse. This traditional fish stew, rich in flavor and history, is prepared with the freshest local ingredients. Situated near the picturesque Vallon des Auffes, the restaurant offers excellent food and enchanting views of the small fishing port.

Located in the picturesque Vallon des Auffes, Chez Fonfon is a seafood restaurant that has been serving traditional Marseille cuisine since 1952. The restaurant’s speciality is the famous bouillabaisse, a fish stew that is a staple of Marseille’s cuisine. The bouillabaisse at Chez Fonfon is made with fresh fish and served with a side of rouille sauce and croutons.

Chez Fonfon is not only credited as serving one of the best Bouillabaisse in Marseille but it also enjoys exceptional views. If fish isn’t your thing, then there’s a pleasant pizzeria Chez Jeannot just at the end of the creek offering the same views and a menu bursting with every pizza topping imaginable – in sizes large and small, so perfect for the kids.

Chez Fonfon, is above all a family story that started in 1952 with Alphonse Mounier, a big hearted man who had changed the Beau Rivage bar into a restaurant. In 1996, his nephew Roger Pinna took over before leaving Alexandre and Peggy in 2003, to carry on the family culinary heritage. A true local institution on the Corniche Kennedy.

Several Marseillais friends offered their own favourites and I then decided to put their two top recommendations, the Michelin starred and most expensive restaurant Michel (in business since 1946) up against the less expensive relative parvenu Chez Fonfon, founded in 1952. It was, in my opinion, a resounding victory for the underdog.

Chez Fonfon – If it’s authentic bouillabaisse you seek, try this well-known restaurant located almost next door to Pizzeria Jeannot, but with a classy ambience on the second floor of a building with lovely views of the sea and the mini harbor full of boats. 140 Rue du Vallon des Auffes, 04 91 52 14 38, www.chez-fonfon.com

Fraîcheur : le maître mot de cette institution familiale fondée en 1952 par Alphonse, dit Fonfon. Bourride et bouillabaisse sont les immuables de la carte, réalisées avec le poisson sorti tout droit des pointus en bois que l'on aperçoit en face dans le petit port. L'adresse niche en effet dans le beau vallon des Auffes…

Nestled in the quaint Vallon des Auffes fishing harbor, Chez Fonfon offers a slice of Marseille’s maritime heritage with its cozy ambiance and a focus on traditional Provencal cuisine. It is celebrated for its rendition of Marseille’s signature dish, Bouillabaisse, drawing both locals and tourists alike.

This legendary Marseille restaurant is in the Vallon des Auffes, a picturesque creek tucked away underneath the Corniche. The area is still home to fishermen and their families, so the focus of Chez Fonfon is very much on seafood dishes. It's one of the best places in town to try bouillabaisse.

Chez Fonfon’s version was everything you would expect from an excellent bouillabaisse house that has been here for over 50 years. My mother used to eat here when she was younger, and it has become a family tradition. The broth was perfect, golden-hued and with a perfect balance of flavours.

Famous for its traditional bouillabaisse, Chez Fonfon is a must-visit for seafood lovers. Located in the picturesque Vallon des Auffes, this charming restaurant offers an authentic taste of Marseille. The friendly atmosphere and harbor views make it a delightful dining experience.

Some popular options include Chez Fonfon, La Cantinetta, and L’Épuisette. As for accommodations, families can choose from a variety of child-friendly hotels and vacation rentals that provide amenities and services specifically designed for families traveling with children.

Chez Fonfon is in the same vallon but is more upscale and offers bouillabaisse as well as other good menu options. It is pricier than Jeannot. Both were excellent, and I don't expect that their quality has deteriorated over the years.

Another restaurant known for the Provençal fish dish is Chez Fonfon. However, I can’t judge how their Bouillabaisse compares, as the place didn’t seem appealing enough to us. Instead, we ended up at Restaurant Peron by chance.

Chez Fonfon Fonfon is the granddaddy of bouillabaisse restaurants in Marseille. It was a key member of the Bouillabaisse Guild in 1980 and people rave about their fresh fish dishes. It isn’t just the food that’s amazing.

Chez Fonfon: they prepare one of the best bouillabaisse in the city. It’s located in the middle of Vallon des Auffes near the Vieux Port. For an average 50 to 85 euros you can enjoy the outstanding dishes on its menu.

One of the more famous dishes you can try here, Bouillabaisse – a four course meal consisting of fish soup followed by the fish that were used to make the food; a good place to try is the famous Chez Fonfon.

A great place to try this traditional fish soup is Chez Fonfon. Alternatively, explore the Noailles area for a range of street foods, including kebabs, in its lively market atmosphere.

Chez Fonfon: This seafood restaurant is known for its affordable bouillabaisse, a traditional fish stew that originated in Marseille. Prices start at around €15 for a bowl.

Chez Fonfon : une institution marseillaise pour manger une Bouillabaisse ou déguster des spécialités de poissons comme le poisson à l'argile.