PICCOLA TOSCANA
9th Arrondissement (Opéra), Paris
Restaurant in Paris, France
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Dress
Casual
Why go
PICCOLA TOSCANA is worth considering for a simple Paris 9th arrondissement meal where ease, small-group fit, and a contained room matter more than awards or a trophy format. Use it for lunch or a low-key dinner; cross-shop ASPIC for a more expensive special-occasion signal and LAZU for modern cooking at a clearer value tier.
About PICCOLA TOSCANA
PICCOLA TOSCANA is a Paris restaurant open for lunch and dinner Tuesday through Saturday, closed Monday and Sunday, with a casual dress code.
Use it for a Paris meal when the schedule fits
The clearest planning signal is timing. Tuesday through Friday, PICCOLA TOSCANA is open from 12–1:45 PM and 7–9:45 PM. On Saturday, it is open from 12–2 PM and 7–10 PM. It is closed on Monday and Sunday. That makes it most useful for diners who can plan around a midweek or Saturday lunch or dinner in Paris.
If you are comparing options, keep the comparison practical rather than prestige-driven. ASPIC may be worth considering for a different dinner plan, while LAZU is another restaurant to cross-shop.
Second-visit strategy: change the occasion, not the expectations
For a return visit, use the schedule to choose the occasion. Lunch is available Tuesday through Saturday, with a slightly longer lunch window on Saturday. Dinner is available Tuesday through Saturday, with Saturday running later than the weeknight closing time. Casual dress means the restaurant does not require formal attire.
If price, menu format, booking channel, group capacity, or service style matter to your plan, confirm current details directly with the restaurant before you go. Choose the time that fits your day, and keep a backup if your schedule is tight. For wider planning, use our full Paris restaurants guide; if the meal is part of a longer night, pair it with our full Paris bars guide or our full Paris hotels guide.
Planning details
- Location
- 10 Rue Rochambeau, 75009 Paris, France
- Website
- piccola-toscana.fr
- Phone
- +33951044635
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Piccola Toscana presents Tuscan cooking through a fine-dining lens, marrying regional restraint with Parisian rigor. The kitchen treats ingredients and recipes with precision rather than theatricality, so the room reads as quietly assured rather than ostentatious. Located in the 9th arrondissement between the grands boulevards and Montmartre, the restaurant sits in a neighbourhood that favors steady, lasting addresses over flash; that measured context reinforces a composed, sophisticated mood. The overall effect is refined and warm: a place where classical technique and Tuscan specificity meet to produce elegant, thoughtfully calibrated plates.
Best For
The restaurant suits evening occasions that call for serious cooking and considered service. It fits date nights and celebrations where guests want regional Italian dishes presented with formal technique, and it also accommodates family meals and neighborhood gatherings that appreciate authentic pasta and hearty Tuscan staples. Because the house positions itself deliberately and attracts discerning diners, it is equally appropriate for business dinners that require a composed atmosphere and attentive service. Piccola Toscana favors dinner-hour dining and moments when the table is centered on tasting focused, well-executed food.
Ordering Tips
Center a meal on the homemade pastas and share plates to get a sense of the kitchen’s Tuscan frame: Truffle Lasagna and Cacio e Pepe highlight technique and seasoning, while Seafood Spaghetti and Pesto Gnocchi show regional range. Fried Burrata with Pesto offers a textural starter, and Tiramisu provides a classic finish. The description’s nod to Sangiovese and Tuscan restraint suggests pairing with medium-bodied Italian reds rather than heavy international bottles. Opt for dishes to share and sequence from lighter seafood or burrata starters to richer, pasta-forward mains.
Venue details
Ambiance
Warm and inviting with intimate lighting, charming décor that evokes Southern Italy, and a cozy atmosphere enhanced by friendly Italian service.
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Experience
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At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Small
Signature Dishes
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- Getting there
- 10 Rue Rochambeau, 75009 Paris, France
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Also consider
Where to book instead
If the brief is value-led modern cooking, book LAZU instead; its €€ positioning gives a clearer expectation before committing. If the meal is meant to feel more like a special occasion, ASPIC is the stronger alternative, with a higher price tier and a more deliberate dining signal.
Restaurant context
How it compares in Paris
Choose PICCOLA TOSCANA when the priority is a low-friction meal in the 9th rather than a mapped-out tasting-menu night. Against LAZU, the tradeoff is clarity: LAZU has a defined Modern Cuisine and €€ positioning, so it is easier to judge on value before booking. PICCOLA TOSCANA is the more situational pick for diners who already want this neighborhood and a smaller-room feel.
ASPIC is the splurge alternative in this set, with Modern Cuisine and a €€€€ signal that makes more sense for a planned occasion. If the night needs a stronger sense of commitment, book ASPIC. If the goal is a less formal repeatable dinner, PICCOLA TOSCANA is easier to justify.
Sobane Restaurant, Le Potager de Charlotte, and Dame Restaurant are better cross-shops when the exact style of the meal matters more than the address. Use them as backups if the timing here does not work, especially for diners comparing ambiance and group fit rather than chasing a specific award signal.
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Compare PICCOLA TOSCANA
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PICCOLA TOSCANA | Paris | , | , | No published awards |
| LAZU | Paris | Modern Cuisine | €€ | Michelin Guide France & Monaco 20262025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate |
| Sobane Restaurant | Paris | , | , | No published awards |
| Le Potager de Charlotte | Paris | , | , | No published awards |
| Dame Restaurant | Paris | , | , | No published awards |
| ASPIC | Paris | Modern Cuisine | €€€€ | Michelin Guide France & Monaco 20262025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Can PICCOLA TOSCANA accommodate groups?
Is PICCOLA TOSCANA good for a special occasion?
It can work for a Paris meal if the schedule and casual dress code fit the occasion. For another restaurant to compare, consider LAZU.
Is lunch or dinner better at PICCOLA TOSCANA?
Both lunch and dinner are available. Tuesday through Friday, lunch is 12–1:45 PM and dinner is 7–9:45 PM. Saturday lunch is 12–2 PM and Saturday dinner is 7–10 PM. The restaurant is closed Monday and Sunday.
How far ahead should I book PICCOLA TOSCANA?
Because the restaurant is closed Monday and Sunday and operates defined lunch and dinner windows Tuesday through Saturday, confirm availability directly if your plan depends on a specific time.
What should a first-timer know about PICCOLA TOSCANA?
PICCOLA TOSCANA is in Paris, has a casual dress code, serves lunch and dinner Tuesday through Saturday, and is closed Monday and Sunday. If you want another restaurant to compare, Le Potager de Charlotte is a separate option.
