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La ciergerie
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About the Vibe
La Ciergerie brings a touch of artistic flair to Marseille's Notre-Dame-du-Mont neighborhood, where Emma and Vincent Djian have transformed a historic candle-making workshop into a spot for beautifully plated Mediterranean cuisine. The dishes here are as much a visual treat as they are delicious, with chef Alexia Durand crafting everything from miso-glazed chicken to stuffed zucchini flowers that look like miniature works of art. Whether you're grabbing a quick lunch from the chalkboard menu or settling in for an evening of tapas and cocktails, the cozy, candlelit atmosphere makes every meal feel special.
Known For
- âąartistically plated Mediterranean dishes
- âącreative tapas
- âąbeautiful terrace
- âącocktails
Best For
Location & Hours
Th-Sa 12:00-14:30; Th-Sa 19:30-22:30; Tu-We 19:30-22:00
Reviews (1)
Artful Mediterranean Dining in a Historic Setting
La Ciergerie is a standout in Marseille's 6th arrondissement, offering a dining experience that feels both refined and unpretentious. The restaurant, housed in a former candle-making workshop, has been lovingly transformed by siblings Emma and Vincent Djian into a space where food is treated as art. Chef Alexia Durand's creations are visually stunningâthink dishes that look like paintings on a plate, from miso-glazed chicken thighs to delicate stuffed zucchini flowers. The flavors are just as impressive as the presentation, with Mediterranean influences shining through in every bite.
The lunch menu offers a great value with three-course options on the chalkboard, while evenings have shifted to a tapas-style format perfect for sharing. The prices are reasonable for the qualityâexpect around âŹ5-8 for starters and desserts, and âŹ15-20 for main courses. The atmosphere is warm and intimate, with a lovely terrace that's particularly enchanting when lit up at night. Service is friendly and attentive without being overbearing. It's the kind of place where locals come to celebrate or simply enjoy a thoughtful meal, and it's easy to see why it has such high ratings.
Lire en français
La Ciergerie est une adresse qui se distingue dans le 6e arrondissement de Marseille, offrant une expĂ©rience culinaire Ă la fois raffinĂ©e et sans prĂ©tention. InstallĂ© dans une ancienne fabrique de cierges, ce restaurant a Ă©tĂ© mĂ©tamorphosĂ© par les frĂšres et sĆurs Emma et Vincent Djian en un lieu oĂč la nourriture est traitĂ©e comme de l'art. Les crĂ©ations de la cheffe Alexia Durand sont visuellement Ă©poustouflantesâon pense Ă des plats qui ressemblent Ă des tableaux, comme des cuisses de poulet au miso ou des fleurs de courgettes farcies. Les saveurs sont tout aussi impressionnantes que la prĂ©sentation, avec des influences mĂ©diterranĂ©ennes qui transparaissent Ă chaque bouchĂ©e.
Le menu du midi propose une excellente valeur avec des formules Ă trois plats au tableau, tandis que les soirĂ©es ont Ă©voluĂ© vers un format tapas idĂ©al pour partager. Les prix restent raisonnables pour la qualitĂ©âcomptez environ 5 Ă 8 euros pour les entrĂ©es et desserts, et 15 Ă 20 euros pour les plats principaux. L'ambiance est chaleureuse et intime, avec une terrasse particuliĂšrement enchantante une fois illuminĂ©e la nuit. Le service est amical et attentif sans ĂȘtre envahissant. C'est le genre d'endroit oĂč les Marseillais viennent cĂ©lĂ©brer ou simplement savourer un repas pensĂ© avec soin, et on comprend facilement pourquoi il jouit d'une telle rĂ©putation.