THE guide to restaurants and gourmet addresses in Aix-en-Provence and surroundings!

The (slightly) sweet taste of Japan. Mathilde and Joris, buoyed by the success of L'Atelier du Mochi, have opened a second store close to the first. Maison Mooks is both a tea room where Japanese drinks take center stage, and an artisanal pastry of Japanese sweets like “street food”: mookies (between mochis and cookies), dorayakis (pancakes with azuki bean paste), plain or fragrant airy cheesecake... Everything is handmade in the workshop located just below the shop. Mathilde was trained for several months, in Japan, by a sensei master!

The profusion of flavors and colors. This restaurant certainly offers sushi, but also less common Japanese and Korean specialties: ramen, udon noodles, ramen, udon noodles, gyozas, okonomiyakis, Japanese curry with breaded chicken, karaage, kimchi, bibimbap, bibimbap, frozen mochis... We love the cocktails, the attentive service and the warm decor, which rides on the traditional codes of Japan.

Le Breakfast club est né en 2021 quand Pauline et Stéphane, gourmets voyageurs, ont créé à Cassis le premier lieu consacré au brunch. La réplique du centre d’Aix, au sein du quartier Mazarin, est née l’année suivante. Le brunch, généreux et fait maison, y est proposé 6 j/7 avec œufs brouillés ou Bénédicte, tartines, gaufres, pancakes, granola… Le midi, avocado toast, salades et poke bowls viennent renforcer la carte salée pour un lunch plus que parfait.

Situé au cœur d'Aix-en-Provence, ce restaurant japonais de poche vous réserve un accueil chaleureux et professionnel, dans une ambiance discrète. La carte offre un large panel de choix, avec des plats traditionnels japonais composés de produits de qualité (saumon label rouge, boeuf black angus ou wagyu) : dont les fameux sushi, sashimis, bento, kakuni... préparés méticuleusement par le chef Norikazu Kawai, originaire de Tokyo. En cas d'hésitation, sa partenaire Xue Yang vous conseille avec douceur. Une expérience gustative authentique et raffinée !

Carte de coquillages et cuisine de la mer de qualité au programme, composée de délicieux produits frais. Accueil convivial et service parfait dans une très belle salle lumineuse, dotée d'une déco marine avec une superbe fresque murale. Le credo de Carole, la cheffe expérimentée de l'établissement : respecter le produit et proposer des accompagnements au diapason. Cuissons maîtrisées et desserts succulents, excellent rapport qualité-prix, superbes plateaux de fruits de mer et la spécialité de la maison : la bouillabaisse royale... À ne pas manquer !

Go on a trip to the only Persian restaurant in the Aix region. For forty years, this family establishment has resisted trends and maintained its authenticity under the aegis of Cyrus, the owner. This man, attentive and inexhaustible on Iranian culture, is a native of the very old city of Yazd, an architectural marvel in the heart of the desert, a stone's throw from the spice and silk routes. Jasmine cuisine is 100% homemade and perfumed with subtlety. A delight to the background of traditional music!

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Enjoy authentic pancakes in a dream setting. When Yann Solana, captain of the Le Quillé ice cream shops, embarks on a new adventure, he gives his all: cooks trained at a school of master crepe makers in Rennes, partnerships with local producers and artisans, creative and generous fillings, both for savory pancakes made with local buckwheat and for sweet wheat pancakes. The place is enchanting: an intimate bubble between old stones, the shade of the mulberry trees and a view of the lagoon countryside. Nice terrace sheltered from the wind.

The breathtaking view from the heights of Ansouis, a hilltop village in South Luberon. Arthur and Nicolas, young local friends who have worked at good regional restaurants, have given a new lease of life to this establishment nestled in the fortified walls of the old castle — an old stone atmosphere guaranteed. At the table, they offer traditional Mediterranean cuisine, made daily with good products. A small paradise only 40 minutes from Aix.

Provençal sweetness without folklore. Jérôme Orlandini, a former English teacher, opened a first restaurant in Saint-Rémy before moving to this charming square, which adjoins the Hotel de Sade Archaeological Museum. As for the stoves, the chef and his team sail from Provence to the Maghreb, via Italy or Lebanon, developing fresh and refined Mediterranean cuisine based on typical products of the region: sardines from the big blue, colorful vegetables from the market, small spelt from Haute Provence, goat cheeses from the Alpilles...

Traditional cuisine with character. This former sheepfold adjoining the bucolic Maureau Park has been transformed into a charming restaurant, as pleasant in summer on the tree-lined terrace as in winter near the fireplace. Chef Max André Kadaoui happily explores the French repertoire, which he interprets with fresh products subtly enhanced by spices and herbs. Longevity says a lot: this establishment of passionate artisans restaurateurs has attracted loyal customers for almost 30 years!

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Calissons have a remarkable taste and finesse. Founded in 1874 by a Swiss confectioner, Maison Parli, a venerable institution in Aix, celebrates its 151st anniversary^E year in 2025. Her secret? Full control of the calissons manufacturing cycle, which begins with the confection of the fruits, on site, using ancestral methods. The dough, rich in almonds and sweetened with fruit syrup, is ground with ancient granite rolls that preserve the texture of the ingredients. In 2022, 3,000 almond trees were planted on 10 ha cultivated organically in Ventabren, reflecting the company's desire for permanent improvement.

Organic and 100% French meats. Gérald Nasi, who took his first steps in the butcher business at the age of fourteen, opened this superb butcher shop in Jouques in 2015 where he works as a family. The choice of organic food was obvious for him, both for respect for animals, health and taste. The charcuteries are homemade, as is the catering range that follows the seasons. Dried, smoked, peppered or peppered duck breasts and fillets with Espelette pepper are perfect for a gourmet aperitif. The prices are identical to those of a conventional butcher shop, but organic!

Maître artisan pâtissier, Marc Favalessa, fort de ses nombreuses expériences chez les grands noms du métier, de son savoir-faire incomparable et son inventivité, a acquis une large renommée avec sa boutique dans tout le pays d'Aix. Ce féru de pâtisserie n'a qu'une devise : régaler les gourmets grâce à des produits à base de matières premières nobles. À l'aide son équipe, il ne cesse de peaufiner ses recettes et de créer de nouvelles pâtisseries pour vous régaler. Pièces montées artistiques en choux et nougatine, wedding-cakes, gamme de macarons...Dégustez une farandole de gourmandises créées au fil des saisons !

The good taste of craftsmanship. In this village bakery and pastry shop, everything is homemade, even the pretzels! At its head, Sarah Bayart returned to the bakery business in the early 2000s, after a career in international trade. His passion for yeast dough and good eating can be felt everywhere: breads made during long fermentation to promote aromas and digestibility, but also pure butter pastries, cakes, sandwiches and other salty or sweet delights.

The quality of oils from a local mill. Housed in an 18th century building^E century and modernized in 2024, this increasingly successful mill highlights an exceptional olive-growing region. Five gold medals and one silver in the 2025 South Region competition! The “black fruit” is particularly famous. To be purchased on site or online: oils, by-products and regional dishes. Free visit on request.

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Calissons have a remarkable taste and finesse. Founded in 1874 by a Swiss confectioner, Maison Parli, a venerable institution in Aix, celebrates its 151st anniversary^E year in 2025. Her secret? Full control of the calissons manufacturing cycle, which begins with the confection of the fruits, on site, using ancestral methods. The dough, rich in almonds and sweetened with fruit syrup, is ground with ancient granite rolls that preserve the texture of the ingredients. In 2022, 3,000 almond trees were planted on 10 ha cultivated organically in Ventabren, reflecting the company's desire for permanent improvement.

The quality and conviviality of a village cheese factory. This store, opened in summer 2023 in the heart of old Pélissanne, was quickly adopted by local delicatessens, combining an ice cream shop and a cheese bar. Delphine Begon, trained at the prestigious Mons company, offers a vast and specialized assortment that includes, again, a range of Meilleur Ouvrier de France Hervé Mons. Nice terrace and a warm welcome as a bonus!

The art of roasting. Mathieu Taborcia is certainly a chocolate maker — and what a chocolate maker! —, but also a roaster. His shop, established in the village of Lambesc, is one of the few in Provence to offer bean-to-bar chocolate, an expression that means “from the bean to the bar”: he works with different origins of cocoa whose beans he roasts himself. However, if aromas begin to form during fermentation, it is this stage that gives chocolate its characteristic taste. The craftsman's paw does the rest.

Issu d’une famille d’hôteliers-restaurateurs et de pâtissiers-confiseurs, Philippe Segond est passionné depuis son plus jeune âge par la conception artistique de créations sucrées, composées de fruits, miels, amandes et huiles d'olive de sa Provence natale. En 1991, il est consacré "meilleur ouvrier de France", puis est élu vice-président de l'association des meilleurs ouvriers de France pâtissiers-confiseurs. Fort de l'expérience d'une vie entière consacrée à la pâtisserie, au chocolat et au calisson, il innove, dans une quête permanente d'excellence, pour vous offrir des moments de dégustation inoubliables !

Cultivate the sin of gluttony. Ten years and a few for this artisanal chocolate factory launched in Gap, in early 2014, by Anne-Lise Signouret! Thanks to its success, the parent company has grown in Grenoble, Marseille and now Aix-en-Provence, where Anne-Lise's great-grandparents were already retailers on this same rue Mignet, in the heart of the historic center.

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Converti en agriculture biologique et associé au grand site de la Sainte-Victoire, le domaine couvre 40 hectares de vignes soumis à un climat semi-continental. Château Gassier y élabore des vins rosés d'une grande finesse, telle que la fameuse cuvée "Esprit Gassier", intensément aromatique. Des évènements sont organisés tout au long de l'année, pour une véritable immersion au cœur du vignoble. Dégustez les vins du domaine tout en profitant d’une mélodie de tango, d’une pluie d’étoiles ou encore d’un chef d’œuvre du 7ème art !

Cuisine raffinée et moderne conduite par le Chef Michel Marini (1* au Michelin) dans laquelle qualité et traçabilité des produits sont de mise. Les fruits et légumes proviennent de leur potager écologique, conduit selon les principes de la permaculture. Une promenade épicurienne pour savourer les trésors de la Provence, au sein d'un cadre magique : cette superbe bastide du 18ème siècle offre une élégante salle à manger, une terrasse estivale dominant le parc aux essences enivrantes, un spa, un vignoble et même un espace d’exposition d’art contemporain !

Traditional wines and olive oils. On the sunny terraces and hillsides of southern Luberon, this vineyard was founded in 1998 by Louis-Michel Brémond, agricultural engineer and oenologist, within the family farm property. The vines, managed with respect for the natural environment and cultivated organically since 2008, produce wines of great finesse that fully express the land. On the oil side, 600 olive trees, mainly of the Aglandau variety, share with the vineyard the sweetness of this enchanting site.

The land between Rhône and Provence. The 400 winemakers of Marrenon, ardent defenders of the Luberon and Ventoux territories, are located in the heart of
Luberon Regional Natural Park, classified as a Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO and Natura 2000. In this territory of 4,000 ha shaped by mountains, vineyards, vineyards, olive trees, olive trees, olive trees, truffle oaks, lavandins and market gardening, they produce a wide range of wines in three colors, often award-winning, from pleasure cuvees to exceptional bottles.

Les vignes entourées de bois qui s’étendent autour de la bastide, descendent les collines et arpentent les vallons : un paradis provençal qui s’ouvre cette année au public pour la première fois ! Emmanuelle Baude, ex-notaire passionnée de vin, a choisi le bio pour préserver au mieux cet environnement enchanteur. Plusieurs vestiges témoignent de la riche histoire du site, mais c’est le quai de vinification édifié dans les années 1960 qui a donné son nom au domaine : une tour audacieuse construite selon les proportions du nombre d’or.

The land steeped in history. At the XIII^E In the 19th century, Montaurone Castle was part of a Templar commandery. Forest of oaks, poplars, elms, springs and meadows cover this beautiful family estate established on a limestone plateau at an altitude of 200 m, crossed by the Touloubre river. The vineyard, certified organic since 2016, extends over 91 ha belonging to the Decamps family, owner-harvester for over 40 years. The estate also has 2,200 olive trees on 8 ha, also grown organically.

Les vins de terroir d’un domaine atypique. Vins rouges et blancs sont prépondérants aux Béates alors que, dans l'AOP Coteaux d’Aix-en-Provence, le rosé est habituellement très majoritaire. Les 32 ha de vignes du domaine, dont le nom fait référence aux femmes qui enseignaient autrefois lecture, écriture et catéchisme aux fillettes, sont plantés entre 250 et 350 m d’altitude. Dans ce terroir ensoleillé de l’arrière-pays aixois, la notoriété des vins élaborés par Pierre François Terrat ne cesse de grandir, et pour cause !

The land on the stone side. On these heights of the AOP Côtes de Provence Sainte-Victoire, the view is breathtaking, with the Cezannian mountain, Mont Aurélien, the Cengle bar and Sainte-Baume within sight. The estate extends over 80 ha, including 47 of vines cultivated biodynamically since 2012, in ideal geological and climatic conditions. High-quality wines, structured and generous in red, lively and elegant in white, lively and elegant in white, balanced and fruity in rosé, are crowned with each new vintage.

À l’abri de la montagne Sainte-Victoire, le domaine viticole Château Revelette vous offre un authentique vin de terroir. L'édifice, au sein de milliers d'hectares de bois, est dotée d'une cave traditionnelle, d'une cuverie en béton et d'un équipement moderne, qui permet d'assurer une vinification respectueuse. Les vins se déclinent en plusieurs gammes : la gamme du château, la gamme des grands vins, la gamme pur... Venez déguster des cuvées d'exception aux arômes uniques ! Le domaine a également élaboré deux bières viniques, en collaboration avec la brasserie aixoise Aquae Maltae.

Consistent quality. In this family estate created in 2005 on the heights of Rognes, between the Trévaresse and Costes chains, independent winemakers Christian and Mireille Bastard work their vines in a traditional and environmentally friendly way. Vinification is done in a modern cellar, in stainless steel tanks or oak barrels depending on the vintage. Fine and elegant rosés, lively and aromatic whites, powerful and silky reds: sure values that express their land.

Celebrating the museum's 10th anniversary! Near the center of Aix, this space of flavors and knowledge overlooks the manufacturing workshops of the Roy René Confiserie. For its anniversary, the Calisson Museum is offering brand new digital tools in order to offer visitors a renewed immersive experience. It's the whole story of the almond from Provence and the famous candy that comes back to life in the superb building, labeled Mediterranean Sustainable Building and located in the heart of an almond garden managed in an agroecological way. A fun, gourmet and responsible place, as pleasant as ever to roam around with the family.

Discover the fascinating world of optical art. This architectural center, which combines architecture and art in a structure made up of hexagonal cells, was designed and built in the 1970s by the visual artist Victor Vasarely. He, a visionary and steeped in humanist values, saw this futuristic project as a museum but also an artistic center, an exchange laboratory and an educational place. An exciting and cheerful visit for aesthetes of all ages, with the added bonus of a rich program: temporary exhibitions, conferences, shows, concerts, workshops...

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Le meilleur des cosmétiques marocains. L’huile d’argan, le savon noir ou le ghassoul, c’est chez Argania ! La boutique distribue les produits bio de la marque Nectarome, élaborés près de Marrakech depuis 2007 par une coopérative de 90 femmes réunies autour d’un jardin botanique, et ceux d’Huilarome. Excellents conseils en boutique pour la peau ou les cheveux. N’hésitez pas à demander un soin visage.

The poetic beauty of genuine designer jewelry. Andreline, founder of Saoya, started in 1991 with unique pieces made from natural roses. Immediate success! Since then, numerous other inspirations, from nature and cultures around the world, have enriched the creations that Andreline is now developing with her daughter Emma. Each collection is represented by necklaces, bracelets, earrings, earrings, brooches, rings and pendants,
and comes in several colors.

Combining contemporary art with the charm of an 18th century mansion^E century and inspired cuisine in the heart of the Mazarin district. The six exhibition rooms and the 500 m² garden host three exhibitions per year, highlighting artists who question the current world. For foodies, the pop-up restaurant Galliwet Kitchen invites a chef in residence every summer. A perfect stop to combine culture and flavors in an enchanting setting.

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Top quality face, body and hair treatments! L'Occitane recipes, rooted in the Mediterranean lifestyle, are developed according to the principles of phytotherapy and aromatherapy. Immortal, almond, cedar, lavender, verbena...: more than 45 years after its creation, the small local company that has become an international adventure continues to make its honey from the most beautiful southern plants. It is here in its original cradle: it was in Provence that Olivier Baussan, the founder, started distilling essential oils in 1976. One of the two factories is located in Manosque, just 40 minutes from the Aix store.

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Feel the Aix vibrations in this institution on the Cours Mirabeau.

As for the brasserie, the aptly named Mirabeau offers homemade cuisine based on fresh and seasonal products, mostly sourced from short circuits. The warm atmosphere invites you to take a gourmet break at any time of the day.

As for the spa, it is difficult to choose between a steam room, sauna, jacuzzi, jacuzzi, relaxation area, massage or treatments carried out with the French cosmetics brand NUXE, recognized for the quality of its products and the expertise of its protocols. What if we took everything?

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Feeling like a chef. For more than fifty years, Morcrette has been Ali Baba's cave of tableware for all food lovers. The vast store space — no less than 200 m² — combines cookware and pastry utensils, cooking equipment, cooking equipment, logs, logs, carafes, jugs, coffee makers, teapots, robots and other small household appliances. In case of doubt, a competent team is there to provide advice. Customers say it: at Morcrette, when you look, you find!

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The retro and sustainable pleasure of an old-fashioned drugstore. In this pretty shop in the center of Aix, Marine the ex-chemist offers all the classics of yesteryear for a healthy home: household, hygiene and care products, accessories, kitchen utensils and even decorative items. All are selected from a perspective of sustainable development, with ethical manufacturing and origins from Provence or France, sometimes from Europe. Some are available in bulk. Impossible to come out empty-handed!

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Chouchouter ses mains et ses pieds. Les soins des mains commencent par un rituel manucure, puis se prolongent par une pose de vernis classique ou semi-permanent. Ces derniers sont sélectionnés dans les belles palettes de O.P.I, chouchou des modeuses, 1944 PARIS, marque française éco-responsable, ou Manucurist, green et vegan. Pour les pieds, les produits professionnels de la marque allemande GEWHOL réparent les zones sèches ou abîmées et lissent les petites imperfections. Des ongles parfaits et du temps pour soi !