19èME ARRONDISSEMENT. Small, cozy Chez Vincent is sparsely decorated, but it has much to offer in lieu of decoration. The friendly waitstaff go out of their way to make you feel welcome, and the food is deliciously satisfying! The restaurant is run by a small group of Italians who aim to please. Reservations are strongly recommended ­ otherwise, you will wait outside and eat mini pizzas dispersed by the waiters to encourage patience from the crowds. METRO: Botzaris (line 7 bis); or Jourdain or Pyrénées (line 11)

1ER ARRONDISSEMENT. In a cinematic atmosphere with film posters all over the place, Fellini delivers consistently good Italian fare, and it does so without charging offputtingly high prices. Popular dishes include risotto with lobster and pasta with scallops. If you're less adventurous, traditional spaghetti is also satisfying. Whatever your choice, Fellini's chefs really know Italian cuisine! METRO: Louvre-Rivoli (line 1)

9èME ARRONDISSEMENT. No pizzas here...this Italian restaurant boasts a delicious menu, which changes every week to offer a wide variety of exquisite Italian dishes. Diners are also greeted by friendly servers when they dine at I Golosi, a feature which goes a long way towards making meals here a pleasure. One of the best Italian wine menus of Paris. Join them in embracing their name: "i golosi" means "the ones fond of good food." A boutique selling pastas, olive oils and other products is also available. METRO: Richelieu-Drouot (line 8 or 9)

1ER ARRONDISSEMENT. Blessed by a pleasant courtyard, marble floors, and well-designed tilework, this hotel restaurant delivers a little slice of northern Italy in the midst of Paris's busy financial district. The cuisine, filtered through a talented French chef, is crafted with a sure hand. Lamb, veal, and seafood depend on top ingredients, and resultant dishes showcase their quality. Italian wines maintain the theme in style. METRO: Concorde, Madeleine

4èME ARRONDISSEMENT. Reputed to have some of Paris's finest Italian cuisine, L'Osteria brings a bit of Italy to France. The interior isn't richly sumptuous, but the food makes up for it. Tasty gnocchi with white truffles is a decadent treat, and spaghetti is always scrumptious. Plus, what would an Italian meal be without fabulous tiramisu? Luckily, you won't have to find out. METRO: St-Paul (line 1)