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Iwao

Opening hours · Japanese restaurant Marseille

Opening hours of the Japanese restaurant in Marseille

When can you push the door of Iwao? The ramen-ya on rue Sainte serves lunch and dinner, on weekdays and at the weekend. Here are the opening hours, day by day — so you can come for a house-made broth at the right moment.

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Dining room of the Iwao Japanese restaurant in Marseille during service, set tables and open kitchen under red lanterns

Day by day

Our opening hours

Iwao is open Tuesday to Sunday. Lunch is served only Wednesday to Saturday; dinner runs every open day. On Monday the kitchen rests — and the broths start again the next day.

  • MondayClosed
  • TuesdayDinner19:00 – 22:30
  • Wednesday → SaturdayLunch12:00 – 14:30Dinner19:00 – 22:30
  • SundayDinner19:00 – 22:30

Hours taken from the venue’s listing — they may vary on public holidays.

Immersive Japanese alley décor inside the Iwao restaurant in Marseille in the evening, lanterns lit

Two services

Lunch, dinner

At lunch, Wednesday to Saturday (12:00 – 14:30), it's the midday break: a big bowl of ramen or a donburi, served quickly facing the open kitchen. In the evening, Tuesday to Sunday (19:00 – 22:30), the room comes alive under the lanterns — gyoza, karaage and steaming broths, for a true moment in Tokyo.

Japanese ramen bowl with golden broth, soft egg and chashu, served at Iwao in Marseille

The right moment

When to come without waiting

The room fills quickly, especially on Friday and Saturday evenings. For a quieter service, aim for the very start of lunch or the opening of dinner on weekdays. At peak times, it's best to book: your table is waiting, and so is the broth.

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Coming to Iwao

Our tip

27 rue Sainte is a few minutes' walk from the Old Port, in the 1st. Book online to be sure of your table at the time you want.

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Also worth a look

The ramen-ya from every angle, and the rest of the house.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What are the opening hours of Iwao in Marseille?
Iwao serves lunch Wednesday to Saturday (12:00 – 14:30) and dinner Tuesday to Sunday (19:00 – 22:30). The restaurant is closed on Monday.
Is Iwao open at lunch?
Yes, at lunch Wednesday to Saturday, from 12:00 to 14:30. On Tuesday and Sunday, Iwao opens in the evening only.
How late can I come in the evening?
Dinner service runs from 19:00 to 22:30, Tuesday to Sunday. It is best to arrive before the end of service to fully enjoy your bowl.
Is Iwao open on Monday?
No, the restaurant is closed on Monday. It reopens on Tuesday evening, then serves lunch and dinner from Wednesday to Saturday.
Is Iwao open on Sunday?
Yes, on Sunday evening only, from 19:00 to 22:30. Lunch is not served that day.
Do I need to book to be sure of a table?
It is strongly recommended, especially in the evening and at weekends. You can book online through the dedicated tool or by phone.
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Stage clear — table booked

Book your table

The counter and dining room fill up fast, especially in the evening. Book in seconds and come push the door of Iwao, on rue Sainte.

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Or by phone: +33 4 91 54 08 27