A coffee shop, artisan cake shop and souvenir shop all in one, since 1927! This little gem had a very good number of staff, all who were very competent and provided great service. Delicately decorated in gentle, inviting greens and oranges, with products laid out immaculately, it has that child-in-a-victorian-sweetshop (to my fellow brits: you know, with the little jars of aniseed balls?) vibe to it. There is an authentic atmosphere with friendly clientele, with a bar that customers sit at and chat with the staff and each other, and tables for people to sit with their friends. Nice coffee and macarons (but get there early if you want a pain au chocolat because pastries might run out)! Two coffees, four macarons and a apricot pastry, as well as a calisson for later, set us back around €10 per person, but hey, it’s not every day is it! If you’re a tourist, I can recommend this spot for a...
Read moreClean, aesthetic, cozy and most importantly offers a unique atmosphere . The coffee is flavorful and intense, the biscuits and chocolates are made locally. The ideal place for a morning coffee or an afternoon tea date. It’s a calm and comforting environment, which is a great breath of fresh air especially in a hectic city like Marseille.
Food recommendations: the anise biscuits and the café viennois if you’re indulgent 😉
All in all, II highly recommend this place and i’ll be sure to come back.
Ps: here’s a little picture of the inside just to give you an ideal of the interior, an...
Read moreIt was my first time in the cafe/biscuiterie/chocolaterie. No one greeted me as I entered however other customers before and after me were greeted. I can only assume it was because they were white and I am not. Anyway, after several minutes of sitting at the counter being ignored, I ordered a cafe latte (normal) and was given a grand (which cost more) The coffee came with a little chocolate egg which was nice. The coffee was good and strong. I would recommend this cafe however the service in my opinion was lacking. But only to me. The other customers seemed to receive more...
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