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    Latte Cisternino

    10th arrondissement, Paris

    Restaurant in Paris, France

    The Read

    Dress

    Casual

    Why go

    Latte Cisternino sits in Paris's 10th arrondissement, a neighbourhood that rewards explorers with local-facing dining at prices below the more tourist-heavy arrondissements. Verified detail on cuisine, pricing, and hours is limited, so call ahead before committing a group booking. Easy to get a reservation when you're ready to go.

    About Latte Cisternino

    Should You Book Latte Cisternino?

    Latte Cisternino, at 46 Rue du Faubourg Poissonnière in Paris's 10th arrondissement, is worth considering if you're looking for a neighbourhood dining experience in one of the city's more liveable, less tourist-heavy districts. The 10th is a practical base for explorers working through Paris's dining scene, and this address puts you within reach of the Canal Saint-Martin area without the premium pricing that comes with more central postcodes.

    Be aware: the venue database holds almost no confirmed detail on this property. Cuisine type, pricing, hours, and awards are all unverified. That data gap makes a full recommendation difficult, and if precision matters to you, venues with more transparency — such as Kei or L'Ambroisie — offer a clearer picture of what you're booking and at what cost.

    The Space and Private Dining Angle

    The Cisternino name references a type of southern Italian architectural form, which suggests a spatial identity worth investigating before you book for a group. If the design follows that reference, expect something more intimate and enclosed than the open-plan bistro format common in the 10th. For private or semi-private dining in Paris, spatial character matters: the difference between a sectioned-off corner of a busy room and a genuinely separated space changes the group experience substantially. Until confirmed layout data is available, treat any private dining interest here as a reason to call ahead and ask directly rather than assume.

    For the explorer who wants depth and context: the 10th arrondissement has a genuine local dining culture that rewards the effort. The street itself, Rue du Faubourg Poissonnière, runs through a stretch of Paris that sits between the more polished Canal Saint-Martin restaurant corridor and the Grands Boulevards, which means the audience here skews residential rather than tourist. That context usually translates to better value and more honest cooking, though it also means less English-language service polish than you'd find at, say, Le Cinq.

    Ideal time to visit

    Weekday evenings in the 10th tend to be quieter than weekend service, which is when the neighbourhood's younger, local crowd fills smaller rooms. If a more relaxed, uncrowded experience is the priority, Tuesday through Thursday dinner is the safer call. Avoid the first weekend of major Paris fashion weeks if you're coming from out of town and want the neighbourhood to feel like itself.

    Booking and Practical Details

    Booking difficulty is rated Easy, so last-minute reservations are likely achievable. No confirmed booking channel is on record, which means walking in or searching directly for contact details is your leading option. For context on what else is nearby, see our full Paris restaurants guide, our full Paris bars guide, and our full Paris hotels guide.

    If you want to build a broader France itinerary, strong regional reference points include Mirazur in Menton, Flocons de Sel in Megève, and Bras in Laguiole for benchmarking what the country's serious dining looks like at the leading end. Internationally, Le Bernardin in New York City and Lazy Bear in San Francisco offer useful points of comparison for travellers calibrating their expectations across markets.

    Quick reference: 46 Rue du Faubourg Poissonnière, 75010 Paris. Booking: Easy. Leading timing: weekday evenings.

    The takeThis is a neighbourhood restaurant built for routine rather than ritual. It’s best for weekday dinners and relaxed lunches when locals drop in for dependable cooking and service that holds up across seasons. The place suits casual hangouts and repeat visits—people who want a reliable spot for an evening meal without ceremony. It’s not pitched as a destination for formal celebrations, but as an anchor for those who prize consistency and familiarity, where the pace and portions stay steady from an ordinary Tuesday to a busier Friday.
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    Location
    46 Rue du Faubourg Poissonnière, 75010 Paris, France
    Phone
    +33 1 47 70 30 36
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    The take

    The Take

    The Vibe

    Latte Cisternino reads like the kind of unshowy neighbourhood Italian that Paris’s 10th arrondissement has quietly come to prize. The facade is functional rather than theatrical and the room signals care without ostentation. Regulars are part of the fabric here; the sort of place where a table becomes someone’s by accumulation rather than one perfect night. Service and cooking are measured toward consistency—reliable and unsentimental—so the dining experience feels familiar and comfortable. Expect a modest, classic energy rather than flash: the kind of spot that anchors local habits and rewards repeat visits.

    Best For

    This is a neighbourhood restaurant built for routine rather than ritual. It’s best for weekday dinners and relaxed lunches when locals drop in for dependable cooking and service that holds up across seasons. The place suits casual hangouts and repeat visits—people who want a reliable spot for an evening meal without ceremony. It’s not pitched as a destination for formal celebrations, but as an anchor for those who prize consistency and familiarity, where the pace and portions stay steady from an ordinary Tuesday to a busier Friday.

    Ordering Tips

    Keep orders simple and focused on the Italian dairy specialties that define the menu: mozzarella di bufala, burrata and ricotta are listed as signature items. Given the restaurant’s emphasis on steady, dependable cooking, opt for plates that showcase those cheeses and the straightforward preparations that support them. The review highlights the venue’s consistency—it ‘holds up on a Tuesday in November as well as a Friday in June’—so you can confidently return for favourites rather than hunting for one-off surprises.

    Venue details

    Ambiance

    Small welcoming boutique with a neighborhood feel focused on quality Italian imports.

    Tags

    Vibe

    Hidden GemCozy

    Best For

    Casual Hangout

    Experience

    Standalone

    Sourcing

    Local Sourcing

    At the Table

    Dress Code
    Casual
    Noise Level
    Quiet
    Service Style
    Casual
    Meal Pacing
    Quick Bite
    Capacity
    Intimate

    Signature Dishes

    • mozzarella di bufala
    • burrata
    • ricotta
    Know before you go

    Know Before You Go

    Getting there
    46 Rue du Faubourg Poissonnière, 75010 Paris, France
    Planning details

    Location

    46 Rue du Faubourg Poissonnière, 75010 Paris, France · Directions

    +33 1 47 70 30 36

    Also consider

    Also Consider

    Restaurant context

    Against the top tier of Paris dining, Latte Cisternino operates in an entirely different category. Alléno Paris au Pavillon Ledoyen, Kei, and L'Ambroisie are all €€€€ venues with Michelin recognition and established booking lead times. If your priority is a confirmed, high-credential Paris dining experience, those are the more reliable choices. L'Ambroisie in particular, on the Place des Vosges, is the benchmark for classic French at the top level. Kei is the better pick if you want modern technique with strong value relative to its peer set.

    Le Cinq at the Four Seasons George V is worth considering if hotel dining with full-service depth matters to your group. The room is among the best in Paris for a private or celebratory meal, and the booking process is more reliable than smaller independent venues. Arpège is the right call for a food-forward traveller who wants a strong culinary point of view over formal service polish.

    Latte Cisternino's case for booking comes down to its neighbourhood positioning and easy availability. If you're spending time in the 10th and want a local dinner without planning weeks ahead, it is a practical option. But if you are coordinating a trip around a Paris meal, the verified track records of Kei or L'Ambroisie make them safer anchors for the itinerary.

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    Price vs. Value: Latte Cisternino
    VenuePriceBooking DifficultyAwards
    Latte Cisternino, EasyNo published awards
    Alléno Paris au Pavillon Ledoyen€€€€Unknown
    2026 OAD Classical in Europe Ranked · #35Michelin Guide France & Monaco 20262026 La Liste Top Restaurants2025 OAD Classical in Europe Ranked · #342025 The Best Chef Three Knives2025 Gault & Millau Exceptional Restaurant2025 Michelin 3 Stars2024 OAD Classical in Europe Ranked · #342024 World's 50 Best Restaurants · #79
    Kei€€€€Unknown
    2026 OAD Classical in Europe Ranked · #29Michelin Guide France & Monaco 20262026 Les Grandes Tables du Monde Members2026 La Liste Top Restaurants2026 Falstaff Restaurant Guide2025 OAD Classical in Europe Ranked · #262025 Michelin 3 Stars2025 Gault & Millau Prestige Restaurant2025 La Liste Top Restaurants
    L'Ambroisie€€€€Unknown
    2026 OAD Classical in Europe Ranked · #10Michelin Guide France & Monaco 20262026 La Liste Top Restaurants2026 Falstaff Restaurant Guide2025 Michelin 3 Stars2025 La Liste Top Restaurants2024 OAD Classical in Europe Ranked · #102024 Michelin 3 Stars2023 OAD Classical in Europe Ranked · #11
    Le Cinq - Four Seasons Hôtel George V€€€€UnknownNo published awards
    Pierre Gagnaire€€€€Unknown
    2026 OAD Classical in Europe Ranked · #402026 Relais Chateaux RestaurantsMichelin Guide France & Monaco 20262026 Les Grandes Tables du Monde Members2026 La Liste Top Restaurants2026 Falstaff Restaurant Guide2025 OAD Classical in Europe Ranked · #902025 OAD Top Restaurants in Japan Ranked · #157We're Smart World Top Restaurants 2025

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    FAQ

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Is Latte Cisternino good for solo dining?

    Yes. The low booking difficulty at this 10th arrondissement address means solo diners can show up with minimal planning. Smaller neighbourhood venues in Paris's 10th tend to suit solo visitors well — the atmosphere skews local and unfussy rather than occasion-driven. If counter or bar seating is available, it makes solo dining more comfortable; worth asking when you arrive.

    What should a first-timer know about Latte Cisternino?

    It's on Rue du Faubourg Poissonnière in the 10th arrondissement, a stretch that has become a reliable patch for neighbourhood dining over the past few years. Booking is rated Easy, so you don't need to plan weeks ahead. No website or phone number is on public record, so walk-in or a direct visit to check availability is your most practical approach for a first visit.

    Can I eat at the bar at Latte Cisternino?

    Bar seating isn't confirmed in available venue data, but the Cisternino architectural reference — a small, rounded southern Italian structure — suggests an intimate room rather than a sprawling layout. Ask when you arrive or turn up early in the evening to check what's on offer at the front of the room.

    What should I wear to Latte Cisternino?

    Nothing formal is required. The 10th arrondissement dining scene runs relaxed, and a neighbourhood venue on Rue du Faubourg Poissonnière isn't the kind of address where you'd feel out of place in jeans. Dress as you would for a low-key dinner with friends rather than a special occasion.

    How far ahead should I book Latte Cisternino?

    Booking difficulty is rated Easy, which means same-day or next-day reservations are plausible for most nights. Weekday evenings in the 10th are generally quieter than weekend service, so if flexibility matters, aim mid-week. No online booking channel is confirmed, so your best option is to call ahead or walk in.

    What should I order at Latte Cisternino?

    Specific dishes aren't documented in available venue data, so a firm recommendation isn't possible without risking inaccuracy. The Cisternino name points to a southern Italian identity, which typically means pasta, cheese, and cured meat feature prominently. Ask the team what's in season when you arrive — that's the most reliable approach at a venue this size.