Ourea, French restaurant near Old Port, Marseille, France
Ourea is a French restaurant on rue de la Paix-Marcel-Paul in Marseille that serves contemporary Provençal dishes prepared by its chef. The dining space features coral-colored walls, green banquettes, and yellow light fixtures creating a warm and colorful setting.
The restaurant opened in 2018 when its chef and sommelier relocated from Paris to take over the former establishment behind the Palais de Justice. This move brought a fresh culinary direction to a longtime location in the city.
The menu sources Mediterranean fish from the nearby port and vegetables from local market gardens each week, grounding the dishes in regional Provençal cooking traditions. This sourcing ties what you eat directly to the surrounding area and its rhythms.
The restaurant sits just behind the Palais de Justice, making it easy to find in this central area of Marseille. The tables are kept rather small, suiting diners seeking intimate meals or romantic evenings.
The sommelier curates a selection of organic and biodynamic wines chosen specifically to pair with seasonal dishes. The restaurant also holds an eco-certification recognizing its commitment to sustainable practices.
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