Livingston

I just had one of my favourite meals ever at Livingston. I was dining alone (which I don’t think I have ever done!) and from the moment I arrived I felt happy and welcome. The proprietor was wonderful - knowledgeable and warm and kind. The server (i think Vincent?) was friendly and easy going. But the food! I ate five couses - a set menu from an incredibly talented kitchen - each course better than the last. The attention to detail and the flavours were so good that I found myself almost in tears of happiness at the main course. I loved this restaurant. Everyone should eat here if in Marseille. Thank you Livingston for making my visit to Marseille memorable.

A truly beautiful culinary experience. Creative and delicious cooking from a chef’s menu. Most dishes are shared. We had three wonderful starters plus a divine main course with shared veggies. The wine menu is extensive with many mid range choices. The atmosphere is lively and very casual while the staff is charming, welcoming and fun. An excellent experience all around that leaves your tastebuds tingling.

Food was delicious and every course got better and better. Best dessert I've ever had. Service was perfect, the staff were welcoming and funny - with no rush whatsoever. Would recommend to anyone

Great place and tasty, fun, surprising menu. Great interior, playlist and service! The downside was that we found it very loud and therefore not very relaxing to enjoy the evening/be able to have conversations. I’d come back again in the summer when I can sit outside ;)

I love the concept. This is a bastion of innovation. A rotating door residency of upcoming chefs honing their craft. One can't knock that. One has to respect that. This is a Marseille institution, after all. But does it mean all the dishes will be a hit? Probably not. Like our cuttlefish - courageously mixed with mole madre and oily sambal - could've been more spicy, but it was tapered back to locals taste. The lamb can be argued to be charred to oblivion and fatty - but I effing loved it anyway. Service was smart, playful, and informative. We absolutely loved the eclectic option of non alcoholic wines. I shall always appreciate what this place stands for. And for that, all is forgiven in its small faults and shortcomings. Like getting asked for cigarettes or seeing a local drug deal as one sits outside. No matter. Come and enjoy the sick food and honest vibe.

A wonderful and interesting surprise! We were recommended the restaurant and arrived without any expectations… it was fabulous and we highly recommend to all visitors to Marseille!

Overall best dinner I had in Marseille this time! Livingston always works with chef residencies, mine was Miguel Chew from Canada. The menu changes frequently and was super creative and unexpected. Highlight was the charcoal grilled chicken from the woods mushroom on a skewer, wow! The huge donut with pecan and caramel I still dream about though I don’t even like Caramel. And service was the sweetest. Huge set menu for 48 euros pP, I will come back!

Every course was interesting and memorable. The service was friendly but not over-familiar. Wine was fantastic. Honestly the perfect meal.