Borgo Delle Tovaglie is the place to go for bed linen, lampshades or... taste the pleasures of Italian gastronomy.
This huge former rubber factory has been converted into a concept-store, offering everything you could wish for a good afternoon's shopping and indulgence: a space reserved for decor and objects of all kinds; and a restaurant area that reveals a well-kept secret for regulars: a beautiful patio.
The menu of this Italian bistro features quality products made in Italy. For starters, there are 8 choices, including the Mille-feuilles de pane carasau with Parma ham and Mozzarella di Buffala (15€); the assortment of plain and smoked Burratine (18€); the Culatello stracciatella and Bologna tigella (16€); the Salami Strolghino with artisanal taralli (16€) or the beautiful Borgo board and its mix of Italian charcuterie and cheeses with pan tigella (14/25€).
We opt for the beautiful 250g (!) Campana mozzarella de Buffala, creamy to perfection (17€) and the Friselle Pugliesi (12€), amazing crispy Krisprolls-like breads topped with cherry tomatoes, black olives and Parmigiano Reggiano.
We continue our gustatory sojourn in Italy with a good eggplant gratin "Parmigiana di Melanzane" topped with fresh stracciatella (20€) and a black truffle risotto (30€), super fragrant.
However, we had long hesitated to try the Tortelloni ricotta and burrata with tomato sauce and salted ricotta (20€); the Mezze Maniche with basil pesto, Pecorino cheese and garlic-flavored breadcrumbs (16€) or the Spaghetti à la Carbonara with Pecorino Romano and smoked bacon (16€). But we weren't disappointed!
And we ended this flavor-filled dinner at patio closing time (9:30pm!) with a slice of strawberry tart and homemade tiramisu!
Please note that it's been over 4 years since our last visit, so the place and experience may have changed.
Dates and Opening Time
Starts January 11, 2025
Location
Borgo Delle Tovaglie
4 Rue du Grand Prieuré
75011 Paris 11
Prices
Entrées: €10 - €18
Plats: €16 - €30
Official website
www.borgodelletovaglie.com
More information
Borgo Delle Tovaglie and its 700 square meters of floor space can be fully privatized for any occasion.