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 must-try 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 ; or discover lesser-known specialties from Puglia or Piedmont.
And don't forget the sweet finale, essential to a successful lunch, with affogato,brioche con gelato, cannoli and, of course,tiramisu! As you can see, Italian cuisine has more than one trick up its sleeve to delight food lovers, so why deprive yourself? If you're looking for good Italian restaurants in Paris to treat yourself to lunch, look no further!
From small transalpine bistros 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 can you eat good lasagna in Paris? Our top picks
A family dish par excellence, lasagne symbolizes the generosity of Italian cuisine. For good lasagne in Paris restaurants, here are the best addresses! [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 top addresses for enjoying delicious tiramisu in Paris! [Read more]
Where to drink a good spritz in Paris? Our favorite Italian spots
Spritz, a Venetian drink, has been seducing Parisians for many years. If you're looking for a bar or terrace to enjoy this Prosecco and bitter-based cocktail, check out our top spots to try on sunny days. [Read more]
Nonno Nino, Italy live in Wagram: fresh pasta, seasonal ingredients, and a terrace in bloom.
Sponsored - In the heart of Paris's 17th arrondissement, at the foot of the Wagram metro station, you'll find a veritable Italian culinary treasure, the restaurant Nonno Nino (Grand-père Nino in French). This charming, welcoming establishment, with a pretty, flower-filled summer terrace, invites you to enjoy fresh pasta made on the premises and a seasonal menu highlighting the authentic flavors of Italy. With products straight from Italy, a refined selection of Italian wines and a floral decor, Nonno Nino offers a unique culinary experience for all Italian food lovers. [Read more]
Dopo, the After Foot restaurant where you can watch games (and more!) in Boulogne-Billancourt (92)
Located along the banks of the Seine, Dopo is a hybrid restaurant in Boulogne-Billancourt, backed by the leading duo behind After Foot, Gilbert Brisbois and Daniel Riolo. It is a sports bar and restaurant designed for soccer fans and others, with a gourmet menu that showcases Italian cuisine. [Read more]
Romantic pizza at La Vittoria pizzeria in the Marais
Sponsored - Nestled in the heart of rue du Temple, opposite the park where you can relax after a stroll in the Marais, Pizzeria Vittoria is a family-run address that transports you straight to Italy. Founded by a Neapolitan family, this pizzeria offers entirely homemade pizzas, prepared with love and expertise. [Read more]
Cherry, the Italian-American restaurant in Saint-Germain-des-Prés
The Italian-American marriage is very much in vogue in Paris at the moment, and Cherry, the new restaurant that has just opened in Saint-Germain-des-Prés, is proof of this. [Read more]
Pezzopane: the family-run Italian sandwich shop with gourmet paninos in the Marais district
In the Marais district of Paris, Pezzopane invites you to Italy with its paninos featuring authentic Neapolitan recipes prepared in-house with 100% Italian products. Here, indulgence is a family affair, from sandwiches to desserts! [Read more]
Felini, the bistro-style Franco-Italian restaurant in Paris's 9th arrondissement
Felini is a bistro-style restaurant serving refined cuisine in the 9th arrondissement of Paris. Here, you'll discover sun-drenched gastronomy at the crossroads of Italian and French flavors. Seasonal dishes and inventive cuisine are on the menu at this spot that revisits traditions. [Read more]
Osteria degli Amici and its heart-shaped pizzas, a real favorite
With its heart-shaped pizzas, halfway between Roman and Neapolitan, and fresh pasta prepared on site every day, Osteria degli Amici is a real favorite in Paris's 2nd arrondissement. [Read more]
Patsy, the cosmopolitan restaurant in Pastore's slippers
This October, a well-known Italian restaurant in the 9th arrondissement is undergoing a metamorphosis: Pastore is changing hands (or almost) and becoming Patsy! [Read more]
Ninetta, a generous Italian restaurant with homemade pizzas a stone's throw from the Eiffel Tower
In the Eiffel Tower district of the 7th arrondissement, Ninetta delights you with its Italian cuisine. On the menu? Generous portions, Italian ingredients and lots of love. [Read more]
Delano Café: we tested the hidden patio restaurant with Franco-Italian cuisine Paris 8e
Just a stone's throw from the Madeleine, the Maison Delano Paris is home to the Delano Café, a discreet restaurant with a vast green patio. Chef Paolo Minelli offers French cuisine with Italian accents, in an elegant, peaceful setting. [Read more]
Laïa Monceau, terrace and Italian restaurant a stone's throw from Parc Monceau
We're off to Paris's 8th arrondissement to discover Laïa Monceau, a new Italian restaurant that offers us a sunny interlude: a tree-lined terrace, refined Italian cuisine and a warm ambience are on the menu at this new address, which will soon unveil a new rooftop. [Read more]
Bistrotto, a fine Italian restaurant with a lunch menu from €12 in Montmartre!
Rafael Dos Santos, the restaurateur behind the Portuguese tavern Sapinho, crosses borders to open Bistrotto, an Italian restaurant with a competitively priced lunch menu! [Read more]
Pizza Viva: Adriano Farano's pizzeria at Pane Vivo Paris 5e
Pizza Viva, the name of an artisanal pizzeria in Paris, has just opened its doors in the 5th arrondissement, a stone's throw from rue Mouffetard in the Latin Quarter. Conceived by Adriano Farano, the founder of Pane Vivo, it offers Neapolitan pizzas that are digestible, gourmet and well-sourced, thanks to a dough made from ancient durum wheat and a century-old natural sourdough. [Read more]
Kuccini, the Italian Cicchetti restaurant Paris 2nd arrondissement
Sponsored - Italian cichetti, those delicious morsels typical of Venice, are a real hit in Paris. These varied little dishes delight gourmets in search of authenticity, perfect for an aperitif or a convivial meal. A welcome touch of Dolce Vita for the end of summer! [Read more]
La Trattoria di Bambini, the Italian restaurant at the Abbaye des Vaux de Cernay Farm
La Trattoria di Bambini is the name of the new Italian restaurant hidden away in the farmhouse of the Abbaye des Vaux-de-Cernay in the Yvelines. Open to all, this gourmet spot is sure to delight fans of good pizzas and Italian dishes. We tell you all about it. [Read more]
Peppino, Italian restaurant in Puteaux, a charming trattoria to discover
Peppino is the name of the new Italian restaurant that has opened in Puteaux, inviting us to experience La Dolce Vita in a warm and relaxed setting on Place de l'Église. With a trattoria setting that's both authentic and modern, and a village-style terrace, we're ready to settle down in the Hauts-de-Seine. [Read more]
Flocco, the tasty Italian terrace in the 17th arrondissement of Paris
Sponsored - For all those with a passion for Italy, the Flocco restaurant opens its doors to you every day, whether indoors or out, in a unique setting and warm atmosphere. From lunch to dinner, not forgetting aperitivo, enjoy an authentic Italian meal with homemade antipasti, pasta, secondi piatti, pizzas and dolci. [Read more]
The cheerful Italian afterwork at Flocco restaurant in the heart of the 17th arrondissement
Sponsored - The FLOCCO restaurant in the Pereire district of Paris 17th district offers a convivial Italian afterwork experience, with creative Italian cuisine full of pep. Their terrace is open and the sun is back, so it's time to go! [Read more]
Ischia by Denny Imbroisi, Lignac's 15th arrondissement Italian restaurant changes hands
Italian chef Denny Imbroisi has taken over the reins of Ischia restaurant, located in the 15ᵉ arrondissement of Paris. This table, opened in 2021 by Cyril Lignac, keeps its name but changes hands. A turning point for this address dedicated to Italian cuisine, which reveals comforting, gourmet dishes. We take you on a journey of discovery. [Read more]
Vinello, transalpine bistronomy in Batignolles
Founded by Andrea Focardi and Emanuele Quattrocchi, Vinello has already established itself as a future landmark for transalpine bistronomy lovers in Batignolles. [Read more]
Italian cuisine by Giovanni Passerini under a splendid glass roof at the Hôtel des Grands Boulevards
The Hôtel des Grands Boulevards conceals a tasty Italian restaurant under a splendid glass roof, whose menu is signed by chef Giovanni Passerini. [Read more]
Find the location of all these addresses by clicking on the map at the bottom of the article.
How about a little Italian for lunch?
