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AM (Alexandre Mazzia)
★ 4.0(1 review)Restaurant
boldcasualopen-kitchen
About the Vibe
AM isn't your typical French fine-dining experience—it's a bold, emotional journey through Marseille's flavors. Chef Alexandre Mazzia serves a carte blanche tasting menu that can feel like a firework of spices and textures, sometimes hitting pure magic, other times feeling a bit overwhelming. The open kitchen and casual wooden tables create an intimate vibe where you're right in the action, watching every dish come together. Expect around 35 small dishes across 5 courses, served in unexpected combinations. The langoustine with sumac broth is a standout, as is the mussels and mackerel with bold Mediterranean spices. It's adventurous, sometimes uneven, but undeniably memorable—definitely not for those seeking classic French refinement.
Known For
- •3 Michelin stars
- •carte blanche tasting menu
- •open kitchen
- •Mediterranean spices
Best For
special occasionsadventurous eaterschef's counter experience
1 review
City InsidersEditorialApril 8, 2026
Bold Mediterranean adventure with occasional misses
AM par Alexandre Mazzia is a restaurant that demands you leave your expectations at the door. Located in a quiet residential street in Marseille's Saint-Giniez neighborhood, this 3-Michelin-starred gem offers something truly unconventional. The tasting menu is carte blanche—you won't know what you're getting until it arrives—and the experience can span 35+ small dishes served across 5 courses. The open kitchen means you're watching the magic happen from your table, and the casual wooden setup keeps things grounded despite the high-end credentials.
The food is where things get interesting. Mazzia draws heavily from Mediterranean flavors with bold spice combinations that can be absolutely brilliant or a bit much. The langoustine in sumac broth is a must-try—intense, aromatic, and perfectly executed. The mussels and mackerel showcase his love for local ingredients treated with unexpected techniques. Some dishes hit harder than others, and the sheer volume can be overwhelming, but that's part of the adventure. It's not for everyone, but if you're ready to embrace the chaos, you'll find something unforgettable here.