Looking for the best patisseries in Marseille, France? This vibrant Mediterranean city with a bustling harbour life has an irresistible pastry scene.
We had a chance to meet with Sylvain Depuichaffray at his pastry shop and tea room. Tucked away at 66 Rue Grignan, Depuichaffray runs one of Marseille’s finest pastry boutiques.
His career began in some of France’s top kitchens before he traded Provence for Sydney, where he helped open the Ampersand restaurant and later worked at Aria with Matt Moran, overlooking the Sydney Opera House. Returning to France in 2002, he honed his craft with Pierre Hermé in Paris before opening his own boutique in Marseille with his partner, Myriam.
Visitors will find a tempting selection of pastries, cakes, chocolates, quiches, and salads. Among the most popular choices is the Mille-Feuille, which changes seasonally with flavours such as apricot and hazelnut. Another favourite is the Apricot and Pistachio Tart.
Equally delightful are the Les Navettes Chocolat, inspired by Marseille’s traditional orange blossom biscuit, Le Navette. Depuichaffray’s version blends chocolate with almond pieces, orange blossom, and a delicate hint of aniseed.
Sylvain Depuichaffray
66 Rue Grignan, 13001 Marseille
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Guide to Marseille’s Patisseries
Once you’ve savoured Depuichaffray’s creations, don’t stop there. Marseille is brimming with pastry treasures, from vegan delights to historic institutions. Here are some of the city’s best patisseries to add to your itinerary:
Oh Faon!
2 Rue Edmond Rostand, 13006 Marseille
Don’t let the cheeky name fool you, this is serious pastry. Oh Faon! specialises in vegan creations that prove butter and cream aren’t the only route to indulgence. Arrive early (opens 8:30am) and discover plant-based magic.
1860 Le Palais des Thés
9 La Canebière, Vieux Port, 13001 Marseille
Perfect for a central stop, this historic tea house pairs its extensive tea menu with delicate pastries.
Paëma
31 Avenue Pasteur, 13007 Marseille
A 25-minute stroll from the Old Port, Paëma is a modern pâtisserie where pastries are as photogenic as they are delicious. The boutique’s style is chic, contemporary, and utterly Instagrammable.
Dalloyau
9 Quai du Lazaret, 13002 Marseille (Les Terrasses du Port)
A centuries-old name in French gastronomy, Dalloyau offers Marseille a slice of Parisian refinement. Their macarons and éclairs are legendary, and the boutique’s location makes it ideal to pair with a shopping trip.
La Pépite
122 Rue Sainte, 13007 Marseille
Gluten-free, lactose-free, and organic, but full of flavour. La Pépite is perfect for late-morning explorers (doors open at 10:30am) who want to balance indulgence with wellness.
Marrou (Multiple Locations)
An institution since 1902, Marrou is more than a patisserie, it’s a gourmet hub with a tea room, deli, and cheese shop alongside pastries. The Opera House location is especially worth a visit for its lively atmosphere and history.
Marseille’s Pastry Scene
Marseille’s pastry scene is a delightful blend of old and new, where elegant French tradition meets Mediterranean flair. Start at Sylvain Depuichaffray, linger over tea at Palais des Thés, indulge in vegan surprises at Oh Faon!, or revisit century-old favourites at Marrou.
Paris may have the global pastry spotlight, but in Marseille, you’ll find world-class creations—with fewer queues and twice the sunshine.
Where to stay
I stayed at The Babel Community Hotel Marseille, no more backpacking for me; I travel in comfort now. If a home, hotel, and co-working office had a love child, it would be Babel. The Babel Community combines co-working, co-living, and hotel experiences. I stayed in an apartment that included an open-plan bedroom, kitchen, and lounge, complete with a dishwasher and washing machine/dryer. The facilities were incredible: a gym, yoga classes, and a rooftop restaurant and bar, all wrapped up in a clean, modern design. With multiple locations across France, it’s like travelling with all the practicality and comforts of home.
Special thank you to Marseille Tourisme for their help in guiding High Tea Society to discover the sweetest addresses.
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