Le Capitole sur Aix-En-Provence

22/02/2026: A must-see spot, but the service was very disappointing… We came on a Friday afternoon; it wasn't crowded, but the servers were unfriendly and seemed exasperated and overwhelmed (for no apparent reason). We only ordered freshly squeezed orange juice… we had to fight to pay… in short, really not a very good experience…

22/02/2026: A place that's always bustling, no matter the time of day (from breakfast to late afternoon tea), it can be a bit noisy inside or out, but the quality of the sweet and savory pastries is well-deserved... it's a landmark in Aix-en-Provence and it lives up to its reputation for the quality of its pastries (Mont Blanc, fig, raspberry, filled crêpes for Candlemas, chocolate rochers, quiche Lorraine, apple turnovers, etc.). I wouldn't say it's a cozy place to spend two hours, but it's a great spot for breakfast or an afternoon snack... they have an excellent selection and generally very helpful staff, a very good selection of teas and hot and cold drinks as well (although the portions are sometimes a bit small for the price, depending on what you order). A top address that deserves its popularity!