Vegan
Organic
Western
Take-out
French
Vegan restaurant inspired by culinary traditions from around the world, offering a menu of local, organic food. Tea saloon in the afternoon. Previously named Mikala. Reported open January 2024. Open Mon 12:00-15:00, Mon-Fri 19:00-22:00, Fri 12:00-15:00, Sat 12:00-22:00, Sun 11:00-15:00, 19:00-22:00.
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173 Reviews
First Review by Miri V
SirRichardLong
Points +30
Attila and Sarah's day of fun - Edit
We are visiting Marseille from Toulon in the next few months to try all the fully vegan restaurants. Our first stop on the list was Mariposas and it couldn't go better. Loved the vibes, the personnel and the decor. We had spinach soup, beetroot tartinade, cauliflower steaks (love cauliflower) with white bean sauce. Very nicely made, warm, and filling with awesome taste bombs here and there. I have to add it here, as I was asked by the chef, I ate the prepared (maybe candied)lemon slice whole with the skin, and it was very tasty. To top it off we had the lemon "cheese" cake. OMG. So yummy. At the end we rolled out and had a nice walk to get back into shape again. Lovely place. Lovely people. Thank you very much!
Read morePros: Personnel , Tasty food, IPA
Cons: I have to travel to Marseille to be there.
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akeliah
Points +60
Devine Dishes - Edit
Got Cappacio de Butternut...I did lick the plate. Yep. It was that good.
Read morePros: Dining was delicious , Staff were phenomenal
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FriendsNotFood86
Points +49
Underwhelming - Edit
Review for Mariposas
Read moreI recently visited Mariposas, hoping to enjoy a memorable vegan meal, but unfortunately, it didn’t quite live up to expectations. While the food presentation was appealing, and the starters were fairly nice, the overall experience was disappointing.
The main drawback was the flavour—or lack thereof. Most dishes were surprisingly bland, lacking the vibrant flavours I’ve come to expect from vegan cuisine. For the prices they charge, I expected a lot more in terms of taste and quality.
The atmosphere also left something to be desired. The restaurant felt a bit ramshackle, with cracked and chipped crockery that detracted from the overall dining experience. Given the cost, I would have hoped for a more polished presentation.
Overall, while Mariposas has potential, it needs to improve both the flavour of its dishes and the attention to detail in its service. I hope to see some positive changes in the future.
Critique pour Mariposas
J’ai récemment visité Mariposas, dans l’espoir de déguster un repas vegan mémorable, mais malheureusement, cela n’a pas été à la hauteur des attentes. Bien que la présentation des plats soit attrayante et que les entrées soient assez bonnes, l’expérience globale a été décevante.
Le principal inconvénient était le goût—ou plutôt l’absence de goût. La plupart des plats étaient étonnamment fades, manquant des saveurs vibrantes que j’attends de la cuisine vegan. Pour les prix pratiqués, je m’attendais à bien plus en termes de goût et de qualité.
L’ambiance laissait également à désirer. Le restaurant donnait une impression un peu bricolée, avec de la vaisselle ébréchée et fêlée, ce qui nuisait à l’expérience culinaire globale. Étant donné le coût, j’aurais espéré une présentation plus soignée.
En somme, bien que Mariposas ait du potentiel, il doit améliorer la saveur de ses plats et son souci du détail. J’espère voir des changements positifs à l’avenir.
Pros: Nice presentation, Free water
Cons: Food is quite bland , Expensive for the quality
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Kirchi
Points +22
Ein besonderer Abend - Edit
Das Essen war fantastisch- frische, regionale Zutaten, für jeden Geschmack etwas dabei. Kleine Karte mit saisonalem Angebot. Wir waren mit einer Gruppe von 7 Personen da, eine Reservierung ist empfehlenswert! Wir kommen gerne wieder!
Read morePros: Speisekarte , Ambiente, Service
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LiorBlum
Points +392
Overpriced and disappointing - Edit
I really wanted to like this place as it's the only vegan dinner place in this entire city which is not junk food.
Read moreThe presentation is very nice, the flavors are much less.
They change the dishes regularly so maybe I had bad luck but I did try 3 dishes: ajo Blanco, riz noir and kefta. The ajo Blanco with cashew and almonds was the best of them, but still just a starter and still not worth 10eur. The kefta was fine, although too spicy for me and the dish was only lukewarm. The riz noir dish was pretty basic and small, the sweet potatoes in it were really undercooked, the butternut was not felt, the onion was bitter. It costs 16eur and definitely not worth it. Plus, it took a very long time for some reason, even though the place was still pretty empty when I ordered...
Updated from previous review on 2024-10-25
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jams
Points +190
Delicious and so satisfying - Edit
Food was made with care. Wine was excellent we loved our dinner experience here.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2024-10-22
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Ani_
Points +104
Not keen on the food at all - Edit
3* are simply for being an exclusively vegan place, aside from that the food was subpar at best!
Read moreI was really looking forward to trying Mariposas after having it on my list for over a year but was super disappointed by the food. I may have been open to putting this down to dish selection but I tried bites of every dish on the menu and it's safe to say nothing seemed to tickle my fancy. The dish I ordered was the Tofu and Mash option which had an absurdly vinegary taste as well as no textural complexity - it was all quite mushy.
The other dishes ordered were a cold noodle dish, a vege meatball dish, tofu cashew nut dip, watermelon salad, chocolate torte. Out of the above, the only thing I found appetising was the tofu cashew nut dip with heaps of warm bread!
Pros: Fully Vegan menu
Cons: Taste, Textures, Drink / Food Selection
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Brana
Points +46
Bon et sympa! - Edit
Très bien mangé, dessert parfait, accueil très sympa...rien à redire...
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Jeanne_C
Points +2526
Délicieux restaurant végane - Edit
En 2019 : On s’est régalées. Tout était délicieux, servi avec le sourire. On veut y retourner.
Read moreEn 2024 : c’est une nouvelle équipe adorable qui gère le Mariposas et on s’est régalées, on a été servies avec le sourire, les plats étaient délicieux et le fondant au chocolat une tuerie. On y a mangé les deux soirs tant c’était bon.
Un fantastique lieu à fréquenter absolument!
Updated from previous review on 2023-01-27
Pros: Tout est végane , Super bien placé , Équipe adorable
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SimoneRamello
Points +13
Brilliant and charming - Edit
A lovely little restaurant in the city centre. Food was incredible, wine was very good, the place is very cute. The dessert is highly recommended.
Read moreGuest
marga1111
Points +796
Amazing food - Edit
Read moreI went there with two friends. We had black rice, kefta and a salad. All three dishes were AMAZING. On top of that also the dessert was super delicious.
Staff was super nice. Can definitely recommend and would go there again
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JiPJa
Points +32
Brilliant vegan restaurant! - Edit
We enjoyed a delightful 3-course meal that was not only delicious but also healthy, all set in a lively and vibrant neighborhood. Every dish was thoughtfully prepared, making it an unforgettable dining experience. If you're in the area, this place is an absolute must!
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2024-10-02
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ClarisseSamson
Points +13
Very very tasty harm-free food - Edit
Carte entièrement végétale qui change souvent, tout est très bon, avec des goûts recherchés et raffinés !
Read moreLe choix de boissons (alcoolisées ou non) est satisfaisant, le lieu est cozy et facilement accessible en ville.
Pros: Un choix de goûts incroyable, Une ambiance musicale agréable
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AM9
Points +92
Brilliant brunch - Edit
The brunch on Sunday was exceptional!
Read moreUnfortunately we didn’t get the chance to try their regular menu but will definitely be back next time we’re in Marseille
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BegümBilge
Points +166
Such nice and delicious food - Edit
Organic, local ingredients, and really nice presentation 👌 Taste is Delightful !😊
Read moreIt s our go to restaurant for special occasions 🥰
3 options for entrance, 3 for meal, 3 for dessert. Haven't taste a bad food there !
One mean meal is not enough for me, entrance is necessary to fulfill my stomach, so it 's a little expensive for me, but worth it 🥲
Their homemade ice teas or lemonade are must try also 😉
Updated from previous review on 2024-09-24
Pros: Organic local ingredients , Beautiful presentation, so delicious food, Nice people working, nice place
Cons: Little expensive for a daily basis , One meal isn't enough. Entrance must have.
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V3gan
Points +281
Tasty and authentic cuisine in a lively area - Edit
Enjoyable place to have dinner, among the best I tried in Marseille. No junk food here! With outdoor seating on a lively street which was busy even on a Monday night
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rosebuda
Points +1260
Mixed feelings - Edit
We loved the Miso-Eggplant starter - very well balanced aromas, just excellent. However, we were quite disappointed by the main plate which was Ratatouille. The Ratatouille was cold, bland and some of the lettuce leaves were rotten.
Read moreIn general, it's a cute restaurant with locally sourced ingredients. It's quite gourmet and the portions therefore rather small. They have a small, changing menu of six starters/dishes. Starters were 10€, mains 16€ - rather expensive for the small portions but probably fair due to quality ingredients.
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annkathrinfrank
Points +50
Leckeres Essen - Edit
Das Essen war echt lecker, wir hatten einen Caesar Salad sowie Linsenbällchen. Beide Gerichte haben echt gut geschmeckt und schmeckten frisch zubereitet. Einziges Manko: die Portionen waren für 8€ doch recht klein, allerdings war das im Anbetracht der Frische und des Geschmacks dann wieder in Ordnung!
Read morePros: Geschmack, Kreativität
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Lou.G
Points +36
Trop cher pour la quantité - Edit
Les plats etaient bons mais sans grand travail des produits. Cela manque de savoir -faire et de quantité pour le prix proposés (14,50 le midi) ( nous n'avons néanmoins pas goûté les entrées et les desserts). Nous en sommes ressorties déçues (et pas rassasiées!).
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JamieBurge
Points +73
Whole food vegan dining - Edit
Visited during a guest chef week. On this occasion the menu was Moroccan with a good amount of entrées and two mains.
Read moreTasty and good portions. Great to see a place dedicated toto using fresh and seasonal produce.
Service was a little slow but it was very very busy so this was understandable (be sure to book).
Staff were super helpful in explaining the menu and generally very friendly helping as we only spoke a little French.
Pros: Fresh ingredients , Zaalouk
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Katr°n
Points +201
Street snack bar with seating - Edit
Mariposas is more of a snack bar than a real restaurant. There is some indoor and outdoor seating, but it is improvised and rather uncomfortable. The service was rather poor. There is no menu in English. The French menu was on a board that was larger than the table and was handed to the guests in turn. The food was ok, but not particularly good. But it was quite expensive.
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ChiaraPiccinni
Points +340
100% veg a Marseille - Edit
Da premiare anche solo per essere un locale 100% vegano nella zona. In più sono attenti alla sostenibilità delle materie prime e del lavoro.
Read moreLunga lista dei vini, possibilità di scegliere tra 3 antipasti, 3 piatti principali e 2 dolci.
Farinata con verdure e crema di peperoni semplice e molto buona
Tofu con zucchine crude e vinaigrette alle Arachidi e zenzero meritava veramente.
Buoni anche il cannellone (una melanzana grigliata avvolta intorno a ragù vegetale) e i due dolci (uno al cioccolato Con cuore cremoso servito con gelato al limone, ottimo come contrasto di consistenze e freschezza ; l'altro una cheesecake al limone).
Personale molto gentile, qualche fatica dovuta al locale che era pienissimo un martedì sera, non avevamo prenotato, ma ci hanno fatto accomodare lo stesso!
Pros: Cibo, Cura
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JustinePod
Points +39
Delicious - Edit
Went there for lunchtime.
Read moreEverything is local and very well cooked and tasty !
Updated from previous review on 2024-08-12
Pros: Tasty
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m93rodriguez
Points +43
Delicious food at Cours Julien - Edit
We have already gone a couple of times and we plan to keep going! Really tasty dishes and they rotate the dishes, so there are new options every week.
Read morePros: Healthy taste food, Location, Diverse choices
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GAELLELECLERC
Points +43
Dimple et bon - Edit
Cuisine simple mais goûteuse
Read morePropre, accueil agréable
Un bon moment
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Gé1978
Points +17
Très bon - Edit
Les plats sont très bons et bien présentés. Cadre agréable.
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DawnHanna
Points +35
Delicious Vegan Meal - Edit
Staff were very helpful as I'm also Coeliac and have other food intolerances. Had a delicious rice and lentil dish.
Read morePros: Helpful staff, Delicious meal, Nice vibe
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