La Marée

La Maree occupies a rooftop position on the sixth floor of the Port Palace Hotel, directly above Port Hercules, providing dramatic views of the yachts moored below and the Mediterranean beyond. The restaurant was established in 2013 with a concept that puts exceptional seafood at the centre of every visit, offering guests the unusual pleasure of selecting their fish or shellfish from an elaborate display of ice before deciding how it should be prepared. The range of species available is unusually broad, running from Mediterranean classics through to Alaskan king crab, sea urchin from the Faroe Islands, and lobster, reflecting a sourcing programme that spans multiple fisheries. Preparations include raw presentations, grilling, roasting, steaming, and cooking in a salt crust, with the kitchen happy to accommodate individual preferences. The wine list is weighted towards whites and roses that complement seafood, with champagne given particular prominence. The combination of the setting above the port, the interactive menu format, and the quality of the produce makes La Maree a distinctive choice in a city that has no shortage of fine dining options.