The Miramar restaurant first opened in 1965 in the Old Port of Marseille and quickly gained a reputation for great bouillabaisse. If you want to learn how to cook it, as well as eating it, head here on the third Thursday of every month for cooking lessons.

For those of you looking to get involved and learn to make your own bouillabaisse, this restaurant offers exceptional cooking classes every 3rd Thursday of the month. Learn the craft, from the catching to the serving, of the staple of Marseillaise dining from one of the original Chartered restaurants. Or, if you’d rather just sample the finished product, this restaurant in the heart of old Marseille and right on the Vieux Port produces some of the finest examples of this classic Mediterranean dish in a fabulously charming setting.

© Hotel restaurant Le Rhul —  According to the Bouillabaisse Marseillaise charter, the dish must include at least four species of fish. Originally a fisherman's dish from Marseille and a symbol of a local know-how, bouillabaisse is now a trendy delicacy forever linked with Provence. Faced with this growing popularity, some restaurateurs from Marseille have defined a quality charter, in place since the 1980s, establishing the acceptable composition of this emblematic dish.

For an upscale dining experience that captures the essence of Marseille, Le Miramar is the place to be. Nestled in the heart of the Vieux-Port, this iconic restaurant offers not just a meal, but a journey through the rich tapestry of Marseillaise culture and history. Established in 1965, Le Miramar has long been a beacon of culinary excellence, attracting gourmets and travellers from around the world.

Some locals would call this place “fairly traditional,” but a Marseille restaurant list without bouillabaisse is no list at all. Le Miramar claims to be the “founding member of the bouillabaisse charter.” With a fantastic view on the old port, this address has been around since 1965, and in 2003 the Buffa family took the helm. It’s a place that caters to both the locals and tourists.

L’hôtel-restaurant le café Miramar vous réserve une petite place sur ses balcons cosy, parfaits pour admirer la vue à 180° sur la baie d’Aigues-Mortes et pour suivre du regard les surfeurs et baigneurs. Les plus observateurs pourront même apercevoir les Pyrénées et son célèbre Canigou. Le café Miramar est synonyme de cuisine généreuse et raffinée.

Le Miramar offers what is simply one of the best culinary experiences in Marseille. Since the mid-1960s, aficionados of bouillabaisse have been flocking here for a taste of the flavourful fish soup. The restaurant is a founding member of the bouillabaisse charter – a sure sign of quality and authenticity.

Christian Buffa, the chef and proprietor of Le Miramar restaurant, which faces Marseille’s harbor, is renowned for his superb Mediterranean cookery and le vrai bouillabaisse: the real thing. I feasted on Chef Buffa’s version, and I can believe it. The rich, spicy, flavorful stew was outstanding.

This restaurant is located in the heart of the Vieux Port (along with all the other upmarket local fish restaurants). Le Miramar has earned its spotless reputation much due to serving excellent bouillabaisse.The restaurant's menu is, however, rather varied, and includes meat dishes, too.

For those with deep pockets, Le Miramar has a long-standing reputation for its (very pricey) bouillabaisse. The gastronomic restaurant at the five-star InterContinental Hôtel Dieu has a bar and open-air terrace brasserie boasting sensational views of Notre Dame de la Garde.

C’est l’incontournable adresse bouillabaisse du Vieux Port de Marseille. Si elle paraît être la plus « touristique », elle reste à la hauteur niveau qualité, et le cadre, la vue sur la Bonne-Mère et le service avec accent assurent l’immersion dans le folklore marseillais.

They serve up the freshest catches in a vibrant and lively atmosphere. From succulent oysters to melt-in-your-mouth lobster, their menu is a seafood lover's dream come true. Don't forget to try their signature dish - the bouillabaisse, it's a game-changer!

A seafood eatery called Le Miramar can be found in Marseille’s Old Port. It is renowned for its platters of fresh shellfish, which include prawns, oysters, clams, and mussels. Additionally, Le Miramar offers seafood soup and grilled fish.

Situé sur le Vieux-Port, le Miramar est un autre restaurant à avoir signé la charte de la bouillabaisse. Au fil du temps, leur recette n’a jamais varié !. Impossible donc de faire fausse route en y commandant une bouillabaisse.

Le Miramar is another top spot for bouillabaisse, located right on the Old Port. The restaurant combines a prime location with exceptional seafood dishes. Enjoy a leisurely meal while watching boats drift by.

If you come to Marseille you just have to try some bouillabaisse. People typically think of bouillabaisse as a French dish, and it is. But more specifically, bouillabaisse originated in Marseille.

Philip Sweeney travelled with Rail Europe, www.raileurope.co.uk, 0844 848 4070, Travel Centre, 193 Piccadilly, London W1j 9EU. Fares from London to Marseille from £119 standard return.

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