A sudden craving for Italian food? We understand! It has to be said that Italian gastronomy never disappoints gourmets, so diverse, varied and tasty is it. Are you part of that segment of the population that needs at least one Italian meal a week to get on with life?
In Paris, you can indulge in the inevitable pizzas- Roman or Neapolitan, if you prefer thicker, puffier dough; indulge in fresh pasta prepared in a thousand and one ways; opt for fine grilled or marinated meats ; but also discover lesser-known specialties from Puglia or Piedmont.
And let's not forget the final sweet touch, essential for a successful lunch, with affogato, brioche con gelato, cannoli and, of course, tiramisu!
In short, Italian cuisine has more than one trick up its sleeve, so why deprive yourself? If you're looking for a good Italian address in Paris for lunch, this is the place!
From small transalpine "bouibouis" to the finest gourmet addresses, you're bound to find what you're looking for among our tried and tested recommendations!
Paris's new Italian restaurants, our best addresses
Looking for a trattoria where you can enjoy fresh pasta, pizzas and other transalpine specialties? Discover the new Italian addresses in Paris. [Read more]
Where to eat fresh pasta in Paris? Our best addresses
Craving fresh pasta with an Italian twist? Discover the best places to eat fresh pasta in Paris! After all, what could be more comforting than a dish of pasta? [Read more]
Where to eat pizza in Paris? Our best addresses
Looking for a good pizza in Paris? Here are our top pizzeria addresses to discover without delay! [Read more]
Where to eat tiramisu in Paris? Our good addresses
Discover our must-try tiramisu addresses in Paris! [Read more]
Where to drink a good spritz in Paris? Our best addresses for bars and restaurants
The spritz, that Venetian summer drink, has been seducing Parisians for many years. If you're looking for a bar or terrace where you can enjoy this cocktail made with Prosecco and bitter, check out our top addresses to try out this summer. [Read more]
Our latest discoveries :
Truffes Folies Invalides: a truffle restaurant in the 7th arrondissement of Paris
Sponsored - For over ten years, the Truffes Folies restaurant has been exploring truffles in Paris. Gastronomic cuisine, a truffle store and catering services await you between the Eiffel Tower and the Invalides around this black diamond. Don't forget to reserve your table inside or on the terrace! [Read more]
Kuccini, the Italian "cicchetti" terrace restaurant in Paris
Sponsored - It's summertime, and what could be better than soaking up the sun on a Parisian terrace in the heart of Paris, with colorful Italian cuisine bursting with flavor? At Kuccini, it's the typical Italian "Osteria" experience that awaits you, with a festival of transalpine cicchetti to be shared in a very convivial atmosphere. [Read more]
Flocco, the beautiful Italian terrace in Paris
Sponsored - For all those who love Italy, the Flocco restaurant welcomes you every day indoors or out, in an original decor and friendly atmosphere, from lunch to dinner, including the aperitivo, for a pure Italian meal, with antipasti, pasta, Secondi platti, homemade pizzas and dolci. [Read more]
La Felicità, Station F's XXL restaurant by Big Mamma
Big Mamma continues its ascent with an address even bigger, better and more impressive than its predecessors! Called La Felicità, this huge Italian restaurant x food-market awaits you at Station F, in the 13th arrondissement. 4,500m2 of floor space, including a 1,000m2 sunny terrace, 3 bars, 5 kitchens, a caffetteria open non-stop until 1 a.m. ... It's madness! [Read more]
Becco, the trattoria specializing in Roman pizzas and fresh pasta in Paris
Rue de Maubeuge, in the 9th arrondissement of Paris, Becco combines Italian tradition and ultra-fresh ingredients to offer a gourmet, seasonal menu of unmissable Italian specialties. [Read more]
L'Attilio Paris, refined Italian cuisine in elegant surroundings
In place of Dassaï, L'Attilio Paris has opened with a team inherited from the Robuchon era, masterfully led by Attilio Marrazzo. The chef offers specialties from the Botte region, executed in a refined manner. [Read more]
Pastificio Norma, a sunny Sicilian restaurant in République
With its large sunny terrace and fresh pasta made to the highest standards, Pastificio Norma is the place to be this spring. [Read more]
Rosata, the Italian sandwich shop for unique, gourmet focaccias in Saint-Lazare
To enjoy Italian cuisine on the go, head for Rosata, a stone's throw from the Gare Saint-Lazare station, with its deliciously soft focaccias that you can fill to your heart's content! [Read more]
Le Festival, the festive brasserie that wakes up rue Étienne Marcel in the 2nd arrondissement
We're off to rue Étienne Marcel in Paris's 2ᵉ arrondissement to discover Festival, a café-restaurant offering a gourmet, festive spot right in the heart of Paris's hustle and bustle. Replacing the former Café Etienne Marcel, this new venue unveils a colorful new decor, a large terrace and a brasserie menu, we tell you all about it. [Read more]
Pomelo, the festive Mediterranean bistro on the Grands Boulevards
Nestled in the heart of the lively Grands Boulevards district, Pomelo Bistrot presents itself as a Mediterranean oasis at 153 Rue Montmartre in the 2nd arrondissement. Open from 08:00 to 1:00, the spot offers a sunny escape whatever the hour. Looking to add some sunshine to your plate? We'll take you on a tour of this lively, gourmet restaurant. [Read more]
Adami, fresh pasta and Italian small plates in Pigalle
Adami unveils a bevy of fresh pastas and Italian small plates to share with guests in Pigalle. [Read more]
Altro Frenchie, chef Greg Marchand's Italian address lives up to all its promises
This year's most eagerly-awaited address is undoubtedly Altro Frenchie, chef Greg Marchand's Italian restaurant. As expected, it delivers on all its promises. [Read more]
Il Giardino, the Italian terrace at Les Jardins du Faubourg in Paris
Il Giardino is the name of the restaurant at the Hôtel des Jardins du Faubourg in Paris. On the Saint-Honoré side of the 8th arrondissement, discover Chef Davide Pecorella's lovely Italian cuisine in the lush, green setting of his hidden terrace. [Read more]
Vitelloni, the traditional Italian institution on the outskirts of Carreau du Temple
A veritable institution on the edge of the Carreau du Temple, Les Vitelloni is the Italian restaurant that brings everyone together: lovers of traditional transalpine cuisine, couples with children who are welcome, enthusiastic gangs of friends and the crème de la crème of fashion and cinema. [Read more]
Signorvino: the Italian restaurant - wine cellar and its authentic menu near Notre-Dame, Paris
In Paris, in the heart of Place Saint-Michel, Signorvino combines Parisian art de vivre with authentic Italian gastronomy. The famous chain of Italian restaurants and wine cellars offers the essentials of Italian cuisine, as well as tastings, theme evenings and meetings to awaken the senses of its guests. [Read more]
Addommé: our test of the tasty Neapolitan restaurant in Paris' Marais district
Pizza lovers head to Addommé, a new Neapolitan address nestled near Place des Vosges, in Paris's 3rd arrondissement. This must-visit address promises a culinary journey to Naples, without leaving the charm of the Marais. We've tried it, we'll tell you about it! [Read more]
Dandino: our test of this fine Italian restaurant in Saint-Germain-des-Prés
Dandino is the beautiful Italian restaurant in Paris' Saint-Germain-des-Prés district! Opened by chef Arnaud Ancora, Dandino offers an air of dolce vita with an authentic menu, all within an elegant, powdery decor and a captivating musical ambience. We've tried it, we'll tell you about it! [Read more]
Café Restaurant Azzedine Alaïa: Italian couture cuisine in the fashion designer's foundation
The Café-Restaurant de la Fondation Azzedine Alaïa offers an exceptional culinary experience in the heart of the Marais district. Hidden just a stone's throw from the BHV, under an elegant glass roof, this haven of peace harmoniously blends couture and Italian gastronomic delights. For lunch, chef Ivan Schenatti's weekly market menu reveals a tasty journey to the lands of the Botte, creating a gourmet interlude in the stylish, arty world of the iconic fashion designer. [Read more]
Madonna, a friendly Italian brasserie serving comforting pasta dishes
There's no need to cross the Alpine border to enjoy traditional Italian dishes: at Madonna, both the food and the atmosphere are reminiscent of the finest Milanese brasseries. [Read more]
Penati al Baretto: fine Italian cuisine in the 7th arrondissement
Discover Penati al Baretto, the culinary jewel in Paris's 7th arrondissement. A gastronomic experience under the guidance of chef Alberico Penati. Ready to feast? [Read more]
Sugo, the affordable Italian address for fresh pasta sauces
Sugo is the Italian address on rue Sainte-Anne, offering a short menu of fresh, homemade pasta at affordable prices, to be sauced to the last drop! [Read more]
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