Auffo

Auffo is a chef-led gourmet restaurant at 158 Rue du Vallon des Auffes in Marseille's 7th arrondissement, in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region of France. It opened in April 2025 on the site of the historic L'Épuisette, one of the best-known fish restaurants on the rocks of the Vallon des Auffes, the small fishing cove below the Corniche. The cuisine is contemporary French seafood, with seasonal fish and shellfish presented in tasting menus by chef Coline Faulquier. The 2026 tourism listing gives adult menus at EUR 103-160 (about $118-184), placing Auffo in the upper range of the city's restaurants but below the three-star tables. The dining room holds about 40 seats, which keeps the mood intimate and calm, and the setting directly on the rocks above the water gives views of the cove and the sea. The atmosphere is refined but relaxed, with smart-casual dress and low to moderate noise. Beverage service follows a gourmet model, with a wine list oriented toward French and Provençal producers and pairings often offered with the tasting menus. According to the listing, the restaurant serves Tuesday to Saturday, with lunch around 12:15 to 13:45 and dinner around 19:30 to 21:30, and is closed Sunday and Monday, although sources differ slightly, so confirmation is advisable. Reservation is recommended, and a weekday lunch is the easiest time to secure a table with natural sea light. Bookings can be made by phone on +33 4 87 33 51 50 or through auffo-restaurant.com. Visitors should note that the cove-side site involves stairs and rocks, although the tourism listing marks wheelchair access, so it is worth confirming the arrangements when booking. The Vallon des Auffes is a short taxi or bus ride from the Vieux-Port, and the neighbourhood is pleasant for a walk before or after the meal, past the colourful fishing cabanons and the bridge that carries the Corniche above the inlet. The restaurant suits visitors who want a refined seafood meal in a setting closely tied to Marseille's fishing heritage.