Mamma Mia! Are you too salivating at the idea of enjoying an Italian restaurant with friends, on a sunny terrace ? So are we! To make sure you have a good time, and above all, to be perfectly sure you're in for a treat, it's now more than ever time to choose which Italian restaurant in Paris will be your favorite this spring-summer.
To make sure you don't get lost among all the possibilities, follow our recommendations for the best Italian restaurants to hit the terrace any day now!
On the menu: fresh pasta cooked al dente, with spaghetti alla carbonara and lasagne at the top, crazy antipasti to share with friends (or keep to yourself!), creamy burrata, generously topped pizzas, and why not go for the original with delicious trippa alla romana? Of course, we won't leave without a family tiramisu to round off this transalpine feast in style.
Here are the best Italian addresses in Paris, to be enjoyed under the blazing sun all spring and summer long!
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]
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]
I Grappoli, the Italian restaurant for summer and winter alike
I Grappoli is the name of the new Italian trattoria on Place Denfert-Rochereau in the 14th arrondissement of Paris, which delights lovers of fresh pasta and wood-fired pizzas. With its lovely terrace, antispastis and aperitivo mode, it's a great place to sit when the sun is out. [Read more]
Il Cuoco Galante, fine Italian cuisine accessible to all
Braisenville's little brother, Il Cuoco Galante offers refined Italian cuisine, accessible to all budgets at lunchtime. [Read more]
Coco Rocco, the first Italian "Bistrots Pas Parisiens" in Puteaux
Bistrots Pas Parisiens are changing the face of the Hauts-de-Seine, by creating iconic restaurants in all 4 corners of the département. With their meticulous decor, passionate chefs and attentive service, what's the value of their 1st Italian restaurant, Coco Rocco? [Read more]
Riviera Fuga, an Italian-Japanese restaurant floating on the Seine as beautiful as it is delicious
Barely open, the Riviera Fuga floating restaurant is already a firm fixture on the banks of the Seine, with its cuisine combining Italian and Japanese influences. [Read more]
Aglio e Olio, a little Italian nugget on the block
A little neighborhood nugget, the Aglio e Olio restaurant seduces as much as it delights with its traditional Italian recipes, to be savored in the shade of the terrace. [Read more]
Restaurant Conti: our test of one of the oldest Italian restaurants in Paris
If you're a fan of Italian cuisine, this is one address you won't want to miss! Head for Le Conti, the oldest Italian restaurant in Paris, where you can discover real Italian cuisine, far from the usual pizzas and bruschettas. We've tried it, and we'll tell you all about it! [Read more]
Marcello: the Italian cuisine restaurant gets a makeover in Saint-Germain-des-Prés
Located in front of the Saint-Germain market, Marcello is THE restaurant of the Saint-Germain-de-Prés district which mixes the sweetness of Italy with the refinement of the cuisine in a resolutely modern setting, with a vast terrace sheltered from the tumult of the city. A beautiful place that the editorial staff had to test... We tell you about it! [Read more]
Claudia Paris, our test of the Italian cantine with Amalfi flavors in the 15th district
A little trip to Italy within metro range... Welcome to Claudia Paris, an Italian restaurant in the 15th arrondissement, offering a tasty and sunny Amalfi cuisine. On the menu? Classics of Italian gastronomy, from Naples to Puglia... Ready to pack your bags? We tested, we tell you! [Read more]
Agata, generous Neapolitan pizzas in Saint-Germain-des-Prés
In Saint-Germain-des-Prés, Italian restaurant Agata unveils its generous, carefully-crafted Neapolitan pizzas, and it's a hit. [Read more]
Damigiana, the Italian restaurant with traditional recipes
Lovers of Italian gastronomy, head to the Halles district to (re)discover Damigiana, the Italian table designed by the Corinti siblings, who will introduce you to little-known but oh-so-tasty Italian specialties. [Read more]
Cantinetta Ventura, our photos of the Italian street food restaurant in the 8th arrondissement of Paris
Italian food lovers, here's a new address that should wake up your taste buds... We're off to Cantinetta Ventura, an Italian restaurant in the 8th arrondissement of Paris, with two addresses not far from each other, offering a 100% gourmet menu, for a timeless moment, with the good flavors of the Botte. We've tried it, we'll tell you about it! [Read more]
Giorgio's Italian Brunch
Giorgio, the capital's most disco Italian restaurant, launches its brunch menu on Saturdays and Sundays. The best of Italy combined with brunch essentials. [Read more]
Bambini, the Italian canteen of the Palais de Tokyo and its terrace under the parasols
The dolce vita is invited to the Palais de Tokyo with the Italian trattoria Bambini, where you can enjoy an aperitivo with friends and cocktails with Italian flavors on the large terrace, under the parasols. [Read more]
La Ultima in Paris: a double-sided Italian restaurant with speakeasy and pizzeria in Saint-Michel
If you like unusual gourmet concepts, then head to Paris's mythical Place Saint-Michel to push open the doors of La Ultima. It's here, in the depths of a pizzeria worthy of Little Italy, that La Ultima hides, a speakeasy restaurant featuring rich, tasty Italian cuisine every evening. Would you like a tour? [Read more]
Toscanino, the schiacciate restaurant in street food mode in the rue Mouffetard
Do you know schiacciate? This typically Italian oven-baked bread comes to Paris in the form of tasty sandwiches at Toscanino, a restaurant in the 5th arrondissement of Paris, rue Mouffetard. A beautiful product to taste on the spot or to take away that smells good the sun of Florence. We tested it, we tell you! [Read more]
Joya Trattoria, a taste of Italy in the heart of the 15th arrondissement
Fans of Italian cuisine head for Joya, a restaurant in Paris's 15th arrondissement, just a stone's throw from Beaugrenelle, which revisits the trattoria concept, but always with carefully selected good produce. A great address for light pizzas and other dishes that smell of sunshine! [Read more]
Il Carpaccio, the Italian restaurant at Royal Monceau Raffles Paris
Il Carpaccio, the gourmet Italian restaurant in the Le Royal Monceau Raffles Paris palace, has just reopened its doors, with two talented new chefs at the helm. The Michelin-starred duo of Alessandra Del Favero and Oliver Piras take the helm at Il Carpaccio. [Read more]
Popine opens a new address in Pigalle - our photos
Lovers of Italian cuisine will go to Popine, a restaurant that has opened a new address in Pigalle, to enjoy good pizzas full of flavors and sun! [Read more]
Le Patio Opéra, impeccable Corsican-Italian cuisine on a private green patio
Private, green and gourmet, the Patio Opéra bends over backwards to seduce its guests. Enjoy impeccable Italian and Corsican-inspired cuisine in a timeless setting far from the hustle and bustle of the city. [Read more]
Presto Fresco, the Italian family trattoria a stone’s throw from the Halles
Italian food lovers, cheer up! Run to Presto Fresco and discover tasty produces coming straight from Italy in this lovely trattoria in Paris 1st arrondissement, a stone’s throw from the Halles. A trattoria that is part of a cooperative of artisans with 100% independent, natural and short-delivery-system produces. [Read more]
Pasticcio, the Italian restaurant between street food and tradition in the 11th district
Lovers of Italian food go to Pasticcio, a restaurant located in the 11th arrondissement of Paris, offering pizzas and dishes cooked like over there. A real taste of Italy in the plate of which one should not be deprived! [Read more]
Baci Baci, Italian brasserie, cocktails, aperitivo and karaoke
Baci Baci, the Italian trattoria on the République side of town, has something for everyone, with a great aperitivo offer, tasty Italian dishes, a weekend brunch and, to top it all off, a private karaoke room in the basement. [Read more]
Sorella, the trattoria in the 16th arrondissement that smells like Italy - our photos
Notice to lovers of Italian cuisine! Sorella, an Italian trattoria in the 16th arrondissement, opens its doors to you and invites you to savor a succulent cuisine straight from the land of Dante. Antipastis, pizzas, home-made pastas... The best of Italy on your plate, how about it? [Read more]
L'Assaggio, the Italian restaurant at the Hôtel Castille in Paris
Feel like traveling? Head to the heart of Paris to discover l'Assaggio, the fabulous restaurant of the Hôtel Castille, with its beautiful, secret terrace. On the menu: generous, refined Italian cuisine and an exceptional tiramisu that ranks among the best in the capital! [Read more]
La Casa di Peppe, Peppe Cutraro's new trattoria, pizzeria and delicatessen
Peppe Cutraro's new Trattoria Pizzeria and Delicatessen in Paris's 5th arrondissement. Chef Giuseppe Cutraro, World Pizza Champion, has not finished delighting us. [Read more]
Giorgio, Dalmata's signature Italian restaurant
Giorgio is the name of the 100% Italian gourmet address created by Gruppo Dalmata. Join us in Paris's 11th arrondissement to get to know this new spot and experience a space-time journey as festive as it is gourmet. [Read more]
Pépita : the new restaurant of Saveriu Cacciari in Paris
After Chez Minnà, L'Alivi and Alma, Saveriu Cacciari presents us his new Parisian table. Named Pépita, this new restaurant awaits you from now on in the 5th district of the capital with Mediterranean flavors which will titillate your taste buds for sure! [Read more]
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]
Buon appetito to all!
