Il Grano
Ternes, Paris
Restaurant in Paris, France
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Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Il Grano is a practical pick in Paris's 17th when convenience matters more than ceremony. Book it for an easy neighborhood meal, a solo dinner, or a small catch-up; look elsewhere if the plan needs published awards, a chef-led format, or a clear splurge argument.
About Il Grano
Il Grano is a Paris venue with daily hours from 11:30 AM to 11 PM and a smart casual dress code. Before you go, confirm the current menu, booking, and service details directly with the venue.
Set expectations around the essentials: hours and dress code. Choose Il Grano when its schedule and smart casual dress code fit your plans, rather than planning around a specific specialty or accolade.
A practical Paris planning profile
Il Grano makes the clearest case as a Paris option with daily opening hours from 11:30 AM to 11 PM. For a broader search, compare it with Chez Bertrand, Il Grano, La Famiglia, Le Saint Ferdinand, Lou Bistrot, Mayo Restaurant, or other venues in Paris before committing to a plan.
For someone who has already been once, the next visit should be planned around the current experience rather than a fixed signature order. Ask about the current menu and prices on the day instead of arriving with a specific dish in mind.
Use it when the basics fit
The main decision is whether the basics suit the plan. Il Grano is open every day from 11:30 AM to 11 PM, and the dress code is smart casual. If you need more detail than that, check directly with the venue before booking.
Keep Il Grano in a practical Paris planning lane rather than treating it as a trophy reservation. Its simple profile is Paris, daily 11:30 AM to 11 PM hours, and smart casual dress.
Planning details
- Location
- 212 Bis Bd Pereire, 75017 Paris, France
- Website
- restaurantilgrano.com
- Phone
- +33158579946
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Il Grano sits on Boulevard Pereire and belongs to a quieter, decidedly local circuit of Paris dining. The restaurant favors substance over spectacle: interiors and service prioritize the logic of the meal rather than theatrical presentation. That restrained approach gives the room a classic, quietly sophisticated feel — intimate enough for a thoughtful evening and unpretentious enough for neighbourhood regulars. Because it isn’t on standard tourist itineraries, Il Grano reads like a hidden gem for diners who appreciate the architecture of an Italian meal, where antipasti, primi, secondi and dolci are treated as distinct and cumulative acts.
Best For
Il Grano is best for diners who want a considered Italian experience — couples on a relaxed date night, small groups focused on the progression of a meal, and travellers piecing together a serious week of eating in Paris. The restaurant’s location off the main tourist circuits and its emphasis on pacing make it well suited to evening dinners where attention to sequence matters. It rewards patrons who prefer a measured, classic Italian service style over loud late‑night scenes or showy tasting menus, and who want a thoughtful, course‑by‑course experience.
Ordering Tips
Follow the house philosophy and let the meal develop: begin with a selection of antipasti to set the tone, share the pinsa romana as a lighter, convivial course, then move on to one of the fresh pastas as your primo. Keep space for dolci — the cannoli is a natural finish. Because the kitchen emphasizes progression rather than dramatic reveals, pace dishes rather than rushing to fill the table all at once; ask the staff about portion sizes and suggested sequencing when dining with others to mirror the traditional antipasti‑to‑dolci flow described in the venue’s profile.
Venue details
Ambiance
Cozy and inviting with warm Italian charm, bright colorful space, and welcoming family atmosphere.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Accessibility
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Medium
Signature Dishes
- pinsa romana
- fresh pasta
- cannoli
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 212 Bis Bd Pereire, 75017 Paris, France
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Also Consider
- La Famiglia, Notable alternative
- Chez Bertrand, Notable alternative
- Mayo Restaurant, Notable alternative
- Lou Bistrot, Notable alternative
- Le Saint Ferdinand, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
How Il Grano compares in Paris
Il Grano is the easier, lower-commitment choice in this Paris set. Compared with La Famiglia and Chez Bertrand, it reads as a practical neighborhood booking rather than a place to over-plan. Choose it when the group wants convenience and a simple meal; choose the peers when the venue itself needs to carry more of the evening.
Mayo Restaurant and Lou Bistrot are better cross-shops if ambiance is the deciding factor and the group is willing to compare rooms before choosing. Il Grano is better for an easy plan in the 17th, especially when booking difficulty matters more than chasing a more formal experience.
Le Saint Ferdinand is the nearest-style alternative to keep on the list if Il Grano is not available or the room does not fit the occasion. For value, make the decision around location and group needs rather than assumed prestige: Il Grano works for a relaxed meal, while the alternatives deserve a look when the night needs more atmosphere or a clearer occasion setting.
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Compare Il Grano
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Il Grano | Paris | No published awards |
| La Famiglia | Paris | 2026 OAD Casual in Europe Recommended2024 OAD Casual in Europe Ranked · #6292023 OAD Casual in Europe Recommended |
| Chez Bertrand | Paris | No published awards |
| Mayo Restaurant | Paris | No published awards |
| Lou Bistrot | Paris | No published awards |
| Le Saint Ferdinand | Paris | No published awards |
How Il Grano Paris compares with similar nearby venues.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should a first-timer know about Il Grano?
Treat Il Grano as a practical choice in Paris with daily hours from 11:30 AM to 11 PM. The dress code is smart casual. Check directly with the venue for the latest menu, pricing, and service information.
Can I eat at the bar at Il Grano?
If bar or counter dining matters to your plan, confirm the setup directly with the venue. Il Grano is in Paris, opens daily from 11:30 AM to 11 PM, and has a smart casual dress code.
Is Il Grano good for solo dining?
If you are considering Il Grano on your own, use the Paris location, daily 11:30 AM to 11 PM hours, and smart casual dress code as starting points. Confirm current seating and booking details with the venue.
What should I order at Il Grano?
Before deciding what to order, ask the venue about the current menu before or when you visit.
How far ahead should I book Il Grano?
Il Grano is open every day from 11:30 AM to 11 PM, which gives a broad planning window, but you should confirm availability directly with the venue. You can also compare it with Chez Bertrand, La Famiglia, Le Saint Ferdinand, Lou Bistrot, or Mayo Restaurant when considering other options.
