A restaurant in Aix-en-Provence, in the heart of the old town
AROM, 44 Rue Espariat: sun-drenched homemade cuisine served seven days a week, steps from the Cours Mirabeau.
Where to eat in Aix-en-Provence without picking the wrong spot
Choosing a restaurant in Aix-en-Provence is not about scarcity: the city has dozens of tables, from the Provençal bistro to the tapas counter. The real question is finding a kitchen that takes the time to do things well. That is exactly where AROM sits, at 44 Rue Espariat, a few metres from the place des Augustins.
We serve Mediterranean and oriental cuisine, plain and simple: mezze to share, traditional couscous, marinated grills, generous salads. Everything is prepared on site, in the kitchen, by our team. No reheated industrial portions: it means more work, and it shows on the plate.
It is one of those tables you return to for different occasions. A quick lunch with colleagues, a romantic dinner, a birthday for ten on the terrace, a Sunday family meal. The menu covers all of it, and continuous week-end service changes everything when you hate watching the clock before ordering.
Cuisine prepared on site, every day
At AROM, the semolina is rolled in the morning, the sauces are built in the kitchen and the meats marinate overnight. We take no industrial shortcuts: that is what gives the dishes their depth of flavour.
Extra-virgin olive oil, Provençal herbs, seasonal vegetables and carefully measured oriental spices make up a clear, honest menu. You know what is on your plate, and the team can adapt a dish to your tastes or allergies.
Why AROM is a good restaurant for every occasion
A pedestrian location, a broad menu and a kitchen that does not close between lunch and dinner on week-ends.
Right in the pedestrian centre
At 44 Rue Espariat, five minutes from the Rotonde and steps from the Cours Mirabeau. Reachable on foot from the whole city centre and the Mazarin district, no car needed.
Continuous week-end service
Monday to Friday, two services (10am-3.30pm and 6pm-11.30pm). Saturday and Sunday, continuous service from 10am to 11.30pm: late lunch or early dinner, no constraint.
A menu made to share
Mezze go in the middle of the table, couscous comes in generous sizes and grills arrive on platters. The ideal format for groups and families.
Veggie & gluten-free options
Mediterranean cooking leans heavily on vegetables and pulses. Several dishes are naturally vegetarian or gluten-free — just let us know when you book.
Dining on the terrace, right on the pedestrian street
From March to October, AROM’s terrace opens onto Rue Espariat, one of the liveliest streets in old Aix. It is the option to favour for a shaded summer lunch or a long late-afternoon aperitif.
Ten minutes from the Cours Mirabeau and the place Richelme market, the address enjoys the Provençal climate and more than 300 days of sunshine a year. Terrace tables go fast in high season: best to request one when booking.
The specialities to try at AROM
Start with an assortment of mezze — hummus, Lebanese tabbouleh, falafel, smoked aubergine caviar, herbed labneh. Move on to a couscous (royal, lamb, chicken, merguez or vegetable) or marinated grills seared just before serving. Finish with an oriental pastry and mint tea. It is the kind of table where you taste a bit of everything without having to choose.
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Frequently asked questions about the AROM restaurant in Aix-en-Provence
Where is the AROM restaurant in Aix-en-Provence?
AROM is at 44 Rue Espariat, right in the historic heart of Aix-en-Provence. The street is pedestrian, steps from the Cours Mirabeau and the place des Augustins. It is easily reached on foot from the Rotonde, the Mazarin district or anywhere in the city centre.
What are the restaurant’s opening hours?
Monday to Friday, service runs from 10am to 3.30pm and again from 6pm to 11.30pm. On Saturday and Sunday, service is continuous from 10am to 11.30pm. This covers a late brunch as well as an afternoon coffee, a family dinner or a last drink on the terrace.
What kind of cuisine does AROM serve?
AROM serves homemade Mediterranean and oriental cuisine: mezze to share, traditional couscous, marinated grilled meats, Mediterranean salads and desserts. Everything is prepared on site at 44 Rue Espariat, from the semolina to the sauces.
Do I need to book a table?
Booking is strongly advised at week-ends, in the tourist season and for groups, as the centre of Aix draws crowds in the evening. You can book online or call us on +33 6 32 38 44 82 to fine-tune the details (terrace, allergies, groups over six people).
Is the restaurant suitable for groups and families?
Yes. The menu format lends itself to group meals: mezze are shared, couscous comes in family sizes and grills arrive on platters. For a table of more than six, a call to +33 6 32 38 44 82 lets us set up the table in advance.
Can I order takeaway or delivery?
Yes. Delivery goes through our partner Delicity, covering central Aix-en-Provence and the nearby Pays d’Aix. For takeaway, call +33 6 32 38 44 82: we prepare your order for the agreed time, ready to collect at 44 Rue Espariat.
Book your table at AROM, 44 Rue Espariat
A quick lunch, a family dinner, an aperitif on the terrace or a group meal: AROM welcomes you seven days a week in the heart of Aix-en-Provence. Book online or call us on +33 6 32 38 44 82.