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 :
La Vittoria, the family-run Neapolitan pizzeria in Paris
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]
Italian brunch at A Braccetto, a quality, affordable fromule 2 steps from Luxembourg
If you can't afford to take a trip to the land of La Dolce Vita, there's still the option of an Italian brunch: that's what A Braccetto offers, a fine Italian address to be discovered in the 5th arrondissement. [Read more]
Libertino, Big Mamma's trattoria in Paris
Big Mamma has a delicious trattoria in its family: Libertino! Located on rue de Paradis in the 10th arrondissement, this new establishment is zany, colorful, friendly and as gourmet as ever. [Read more]
La Diavola, the virile, spicy pizza from Flocco restaurant
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]
Cicchetti, the Italian tapas that are a hit in Paris!
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]
Adela, fresh pasta in an elegant Art Nouveau brasserie
Recently opened on the Grands Boulevards, Brasserie Adela sends out fresh dough in an elegant Art Nouveau decor. [Read more]
Maison Pinsa, the restaurant to taste the ancestor of Roman pizza in Paris
For lovers of Italian cuisine, Maison Pinsa invites you to discover a new take on antique pizza at its Parisian addresses. On the menu, inventive recipes and gourmet discoveries for fans of this Italian specialty. Here's one of the standard-bearers of Roman pizza in Paris. [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]
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]
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]
How about a little Italian for lunch?
