Big Mamma brought their circus to Marseille and it's a hit. Splendido is the group's biggest trattoria yet, with a baroque-circus decor featuring Murano glass chandeliers, loud energy, and portions that don't do anything by halves. The pâtes à la truffe are the star, the charcuterie boards are copious, and the terrace is prime real estate on a sunny day. Come hungry, bring friends, and lean into the chaos.
Big Mamma's biggest trattoria worldwide, where circus-baroque decor meets killer truffle pasta and a sun-soaked terrace steps from the Vieux-Port.
Come hungry — portions are generous and the charcuterie boards are worth starting with. Ask for the terrace if it's sunny; it fills up fast.
Big Mamma's circus lands in Marseille — and the pasta steals the show
Splendido is Big Mamma doing what Big Mamma does best — going big. The group's largest trattoria worldwide, planted on rue de la République between the train station and the Vieux-Port, brings the full Italian circus to Marseille: Murano glass chandeliers, baroque-circus decor, loud music, and a squadra that keeps the energy high even when the place is packed. The pâtes à la truffe are the headline act — rich, generous, and exactly what you crave when comfort food is the mission. The charcuterie boards are copious and well-sourced, a proper way to kick things off before the pasta arrives.
The terrace is a major draw, especially under the Marseille sun. It's the kind of spot where you settle in for a long lunch and end up ordering way more than you planned. Portions are big — come hungry or come with a group and share. The pizza is a solid Neapolitan effort, but the fresh pasta is where Splendido really shines. Service can be brisk when it's full, but the team keeps things moving with charm and pace.
With a 4.8 rating across over 30,000 Google reviews, this isn't just hype — it's one of the best-rated Italian restaurants in the city. The vibe is young, loud, and unapologetically theatrical, so maybe skip it for a quiet romantic dinner. But for a fun group dinner or a sun-soaked terrace lunch, it's a solid call. Go for the pasta, stay for the spectacle.