A taste of Corsica in the heart of Paris, L'Alivi at 27 Rue du Roi de Sicile brings the flavours, aromas and easy warmth of the island to the historic Marais. The dining room, all exposed timber and rough stone, conjures the feel of a village auberge far from the boulevards outside. On sunny days the terrace, framed by olive trees, completes the illusion, transporting diners straight to the Mediterranean. The menu is a love letter to traditional Corsican cooking, from the island's celebrated charcuterie and farmhouse cheeses to dishes perfumed with the wild herbs of the maquis. Corsican wines and digestifs round out the experience, giving even a quick lunch the unhurried rhythm of island life. Open seven days a week for lunch and dinner, it has become a reliable refuge for homesick Corsicans and curious Parisians alike. A slice of the island in the Marais, L'Alivi endures as one of the capital's most authentic regional tables, a Corsican restaurant whose rustic room, olive-shaded terrace and maquis-scented cooking offer a genuine taste of the Mediterranean without leaving the city. Generous platters of island specialities make it a convivial choice for sharing, and the warm welcome only deepens the sense of Corsican hospitality. Few places in Paris carry the spirit of the island quite so faithfully.

Type: Restaurant

Address: 27, rue du Roi de Sicile, Paris, France

Telephone: 01.48.87.90.20

Website: http://www.restaurant-alivi.com/

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