The story
Since 2006, Mori Venice Bar has brought a very particular vision of Italy to Paris's 2nd arrondissement: not a generic trattoria, but a focused tribute to the gastronomy of Venice — the City of the Doges — conceived by restaurateur Massimo Mori and set inside a room designed by Philippe Starck. The result is a space where haute gastronomy, conviviality and a joyful, distinctive décor coexist without contradiction.
Gambero Rosso's recognition with 2 Forks underlines what regulars near the Bourse district have known for years: this is serious Italian cooking delivered with genuine warmth.
Mori Venice Bar holds membership in the Unioni Ristoranti Buon Ricordo, an association whose stamp is reserved for restaurants demonstrating authentic and quality Italian cuisine. The kitchen draws its supplies from small family producers in Italy, favouring short circuits to preserve both the origin and the seasonality of each ingredient.
That commitment extends further. The restaurant is a member of Ethic Ocean, reflecting active involvement in the preservation of marine resources. Responsible sourcing, waste reduction and a lower carbon footprint are not afterthoughts here — they are built into how the kitchen operates day to day.
Beyond the dining room, Mori Venice Bar functions as a genuine place of life. Business lunches during the week give way to a different atmosphere on Friday evenings, when a jazz duo takes the floor and the restaurant transforms into something closer to a jazz club. Private events — in art, fashion and beyond — are woven into the calendar throughout the year, celebrating what the team calls the Italian joie de vivre that defines the house.
For anyone seeking Venetian cuisine in Paris that respects both tradition and the present moment, Rue Vivienne is worth the detour.
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