Passerini

The story

Crafted with passion, served with love

A Roman Soul on Rue Traversière

Passerini occupies a quiet stretch of the 12th arrondissement, and what Giovanni Passerini has built here is something more than a single address — it's a small universe of Italian food culture in Paris. The restaurant sits at the centre of it, flanked by Passerina, a cave à manger, and the Pastificio Passerini, a fresh pasta workshop and fine Italian grocery.

The Restaurant

The main dining room is where the cooking earns its reputation. Gambero Rosso — the authoritative Italian food guide — awarded Passerini its 3 Forks distinction in 2026, placing it among the most accomplished Italian tables outside Italy. That recognition is not incidental: it reflects a sustained commitment to rigorous, ingredient-led cooking that stays true to Italian tradition without becoming a museum piece.

Beyond the Plate

The Pastificio next door produces artisanal fresh pasta and stocks carefully chosen Italian provisions — a natural extension of the same philosophy that runs through the restaurant. Passerina, the wine bar and cave à manger, rounds out the offer for those who want something more informal. Together, the three spaces make Passerini one of the most complete Italian addresses in Paris, open for lunch, dinner, and private gatherings.