Marseille · Pointe Rouge · 13008
Marseille, Pointe Rouge: the table facing the sea
At the end of Marseille's southern coast, Pointe Rouge lines up its beach, its harbour and its terraces. l'Estéou seats you there facing the open blue for fresh Mediterranean cuisine — from whole grilled fish to wood-fired pizza.
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The Mediterranean meeting point of Pointe Rouge
Set at 1 Avenue de la Pointe Rouge, l'Estéou is the neighbourhood's table turned towards the open sea: the Mediterranean begins where the terrace ends. You come for lunch by the boats, linger over an aperitif and dine as the sun dips into the sea.
Here, the beach sets the pace. The menu follows the catch, the terrace follows the light, and the service takes its time — the time of a genuine southern moment, in Marseille, Tuesday to Sunday, all year round.
The best of the Mediterranean, with cool feet
Whole grilled fish, red-tuna tartares and sashimi, seafood, pasta and wood-fired pizzas: our kitchen celebrates Mediterranean produce with no fuss and just the right dose of Marseille generosity.
The fish of the day changes with the catch, the aïoli stays homemade and the desserts are made to share. Honest, simple cooking, meant to be enjoyed with a glass of rosé in hand, facing the beach.
Why Pointe Rouge chooses l'Estéou for its table
Terrace facing the beach
An open view over the sand, the harbour and the deep blue, shaded at noon and lit with garlands at night.
Fresh produce of the day
Fish with the catch, seafood, seasonal vegetables and wood-fired pizzas: the market comes first.
Marseille beach spirit
Relaxed service, a chic-beach atmosphere and the southern accent at every table.
Pointe Rouge, a village harbour at the south of Marseille
Pointe Rouge closes Marseille's southern coastline, in the 8th arrondissement (13008). It gathers one of the city's great sandy beaches, a lively marina and a promenade that follows the water towards the first calanques. It's a seafront neighbourhood where people come to swim, walk and gather around a table, minutes from the Prado and Escale Borély.
l'Estéou sits in that setting at 1 Avenue de la Pointe Rouge: the terrace opens onto the sand and the boats, and the Mediterranean begins where the service ends. It is this frame — the beach on one side, the harbour on the other — that makes Pointe Rouge one of the most sought-after spots in Marseille for lunch or dinner facing the sea. notre guide pratique pour venir à la Pointe Rouge.
The neighbourhood landmarks
The beach
A great sandy beach and swimming right at the foot of the terrace.
The marina
Moored boats and quaysides to wander along the water.
The gateway to the calanques
The start of the protected coast, heading south of Marseille.
The specialities
The great Marseille classics, steps from the beach
Coming to eat at Pointe Rouge also means rediscovering the dishes that made the Marseille table. At l'Estéou, they follow the morning catch and seasonal vegetables: the menu changes through the year, and the larger dishes are best booked ahead.
The bouillabaisse
Rockfish simmered in a broth lifted with saffron, fennel and orange peel, served in two stages with our homemade rouille.
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The grand aïoli
Garlic crushed by mortar and hand-whisked olive oil, poached fish, seasonal vegetables and egg: the Provençal sharing dish.
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The fish soup
Small rockfish slowly simmered then milled, served with garlic-rubbed croutons, rouille and grated cheese.
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The atmosphere
When the sun sets over Pointe Rouge beach
The best moment? Late afternoon, when the light gilds the sand and the terrace fills up. You stretch out the aperitif, share a seafood platter, and dinner settles in without you noticing the time pass.
Pointe Rouge, easy to reach from all of southern Marseille
l'Estéou sits in Marseille's 8th arrondissement, in the 13008, on the waterfront of Pointe Rouge. The area stays easy to reach from all along the southern coast, by car or by bus.
From the Prado, Escale Borély, Bonneveine, Mazargues, Le Périer or Roucas Blanc, it takes only a few minutes to reach the beach, park the car and rest your eyes on the sea.
The neighbouring areas
Also worth discovering at Pointe Rouge
Pointe Rouge isn't just its beach: it's a genuine neighbourhood turned towards the sea. Explore our other pages before booking your table.
Frequently asked questions about Pointe Rouge
Where is Pointe Rouge in Marseille?
Pointe Rouge lies at the southern tip of Marseille's coastline, in the 8th arrondissement (13008), between Escale Borély, the Prado and the gateway to the calanques. l'Estéou is located at 1 Avenue de la Pointe Rouge, by the beach.
Can you eat on a terrace facing the beach and the sea?
Yes. l'Estéou's terrace opens directly onto the sand, the harbour and the sea: it is the ideal spot for a shaded lunch or a dinner at sunset, with cool feet.
What are the opening hours of the restaurant at Pointe Rouge?
We welcome you Tuesday to Sunday, from 10am to midnight. The restaurant is closed on Monday.
What kind of cuisine is served at Pointe Rouge?
At l'Estéou, Mediterranean cuisine built around fresh fish, seafood, tuna tartares and sashimi, along with wood-fired pizzas.
Do you serve bouillabaisse and Marseille specialities?
Yes. l'Estéou prepares bouillabaisse, the grand aïoli and fish soup in the Marseille tradition, in step with the catch and seasonal vegetables. As the menu changes through the year, call us on +33 6 02 05 65 46 for the day's dishes — and book the bouillabaisse ahead, it is made for the table.
Do I need to book a table at Pointe Rouge?
Booking is strongly advised, especially on the terrace at weekends and in summer. Book online or call us on +33 6 02 05 65 46.
Is there a beach at Pointe Rouge?
Yes. Pointe Rouge has one of Marseille's great sandy beaches, right in front of the marina. l'Estéou's terrace opens onto this scene of sand and boats, a few metres from the water.
When is the best time to enjoy Pointe Rouge?
In the late afternoon, when the light gilds the sand and the terrace fills up for sunset. l'Estéou welcomes you Tuesday to Sunday, from 10am to midnight, for a lunch facing the beach or a dinner by the water.
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Tuesday, Sunday · 10am to midnight · Closed on Monday