Fancy an Italian meal to fill your boots in Paris Region?

Ischia is Cyril Lignac’s new culinary venture in the heart of the 15th arrondissement of Paris. Inspired by the Italian island of the same name, this restaurant adds a personal twist and an authentic touch to Italian gastronomy. As soon as you enter, the magic operates, emanating from the decoration designed by a duo of interior architects from Studio KO. In the kitchen, the chef unleashes his imagination to revisit with sincerity the classics of Italian cuisine. Burrata with tomatoes and olive oil takes pride of place in the menu, alongside sea bream carpaccio with lemon-flavoured olive oil and Milan-style veal escalope. Pasta fans won’t be disappointed with the Parma anolini or the gorgonzola ravioli with pesto and grilled walnuts. To round off your meal, nothing beats a delicious tiramisu or a limoncello baba!

Auteuil Brasserie transports you straight to Italy with its friendly atmosphere and authentic cuisine. Laura Gonzalez, an interior designer of great talent, has transformed the old station of Auteuil into a brasserie with a casual chic atmosphere. The rooftop greenery creates the ideal setting to sip at cocktails with family or friends. The menu includes dishes for sharing such as burrata flavoured with summer truffle, mozzarella croquettes and crispy fried calamari rings, as well as the inevitable pizzas and pasta dishes.

Located in the Marais district, Eataly is more than just an Italian food outlet. This vast 2,500-m² eatery features seven restaurants and food counters, each presenting a different facet of Italian gastronomy. Among them, La Piazza is a must, inspired by those lively Italian squares with a friendly atmosphere inviting you to try specialities such as wood-baked pizza and fresh pasta. For something more intimate, L’Osteria del Vino serves a selection of regional dishes accompanied by some outstanding Italian wines supplied by the biggest wine outlet in France. Those who prefer a quick meal but without compromising on taste should appreciate the Comptoir à Pizza, ideal for a portion of pizza alla pala or fresh pasta and salad prepared on the premises.

Located in the heart of the 13th arrondissement, La Felicità claims to be Europe’s biggest food court, covering 4,500 m². On entering, you instantly feel the warm and friendly atmosphere created by the eclectic décor. The huge tables invite you to share Sunday brunch, lunch with colleagues or dinner with friends. As for the food itself, La Felicità presents a multitude of Italian street-food stalls. La Pizzeria: Neapolitan pizza baked in an enormous wood-fired oven. La Trattoria: fresh pasta made on the premises, including the famous truffle pasta. Le Panificio: focaccia with creamy burrata and fresh basil. Top Bun: Italian-style burgers that street-food fans will love. To wash it all down, you’ll find three bars serving a selection of cocktails, wines and craft beers.

In the 9th arrondissement, Pink Mamma is an Italian trattoria that spreads across four floors. Barely inside, you’ll appreciate the charm of the colourful decoration and plants. Each floor has its own unique atmosphere and the top floor has daylight flooding through its glass roof. The menu gives pride of place to the classics of Italian cuisine. It’d be rude not to try the inevitable truffle pasta and the homemade tiramisu! Fancy a cocktail? Head for the speakeasy hidden in the basement. The ‘No Entry’ bar serves its own creations in an intimate atmosphere.

The grounds of the Palace of Versailles, the scene of gondola processions at the time of Louis XIV, now bring you the Italian food experience in all its authenticity. Romain Parisot, the chef, prepares a menu of Mediterranean specialities, with an emphasis on traditional dishes: cold cuts, fresh pasta, marinaded sea bass with citrus fruit, and veal fillet with scamorza. For dessert, the affogato with triple-vanilla ice cream is an absolute must.

In the 20th arrondissement of Paris, the Italian experience is truly chilled. The main restaurant serves the famous macaroni and ham, sea bream ceviche, pork ribs and plancha-grilled scallops. For dessert, try the brioche French toast or the tiramisu. The bar serves signature cocktails with French and Italian antipasti. But it isn’t the only place where you can enjoy the Italian experience. La Mama’s Trattoria, accessible via a bookcase, invites you to try parmesan aubergines, lasagna, Neapolitan pizza and other Italian specialities.

From east to west with Mama Shelter. Come and experience an elegant party atmosphere in the district of La Défense. The menu focusses on traditional dishes with an original twist. Fresh pasta, pizza made with local produce and signature cocktails with a Mediterranean flavour. And the highlight, the rooftop area. Take your time as you sip at a Spritz and watch the sun go down.