Roco
Ternes, Paris
Restaurant in Paris, France
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Dress
Casual
Why go
Roco is a practical 17th-arrondissement Paris pick for a relaxed meal when convenience matters more than a trophy booking. Cross-shop Petit Gris for clearer €€ modern-cuisine value, or Dessirier if the group wants a higher-spend seafood meal.
About Roco
Roco is a Paris restaurant with a casual dress code and daily lunch and dinner hours. Use it as a practical option when the priority is a direct meal in Paris.
A relaxed Paris choice for a simple plan
Roco is in Paris, the dress code is casual, and the restaurant serves lunch and dinner every day. Monday service runs 12–2:15 PM and 7–10 PM; Tuesday through Friday run 12–2:15 PM and 7–10:30 PM; Saturday runs 12:30–2:30 PM and 7–10:30 PM; and Sunday runs 12:30–2:30 PM and 7–10 PM.
A specific cuisine, price level, award history, chef profile, menu format, or seating style is not specified for Roco. The safest way to approach Roco is as a casual Paris restaurant with useful daily hours. Diners who need those details should check directly before committing.
Where it fits against other restaurant options
Roco can be considered alongside Petit Gris, Dessirier, L'Entredgeu, La Table des Ternes, and La Famiglia Di Rebellato when comparing restaurant options. The best choice depends on the kind of meal the group wants, but Roco offers its Paris location, casual dress code, and lunch-and-dinner schedule.
If Roco is not the right fit, look at L'Entredgeu, La Table des Ternes, Petit Gris, Dessirier, or La Famiglia Di Rebellato as other options to compare. Avoid relying on assumptions about Roco's cuisine, price, awards, or service style unless confirmed directly.
Use it when the night needs less friction
Go here when a casual Paris meal and a clear service window matter. Choose the time that matches the pace of the day, noting that weekday lunches begin at noon, weekend lunches begin at 12:30 PM, and dinner service is available every evening. For broader planning, use Pearl's Paris restaurants guide, then pair the meal with the relevant Paris hotels, Paris bars, or other Paris guides if the night needs a fuller plan.
Planning details
- Location
- 1 Rue Guillaume Tell, 75017 Paris, France
- Website
- rocoparis.fr
- Phone
- +33147644939
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Roco sits modestly on rue Guillaume Tell in the 17th arrondissement, presenting an understated take on Italian dining. The narrative in the description frames the restaurant as part of a quieter, considered dining row — the kind of place that values craft over spectacle. That measured approach translates into a dining room that reads as quietly sophisticated and intimate rather than showy. The menu’s nods to Italian classics, including a Margherita and a Viziosa, reinforce a timeless, composed sensibility: food-forward, authentic, and quietly confident in its place in the neighbourhood.
Best For
Roco is best for diners seeking a low-key yet polished Italian meal in Ternes, especially in the evening. The write-up places the restaurant among smaller, format-conscious addresses that have taken root outside Paris’s most trafficked culinary corridors, so it suits visitors who prioritize considered cooking over spectacle. It works well for a relaxed dinner with a partner or friends who appreciate classic Italian dishes executed with care. Because it sits outside the city’s most conspicuous dining districts, Roco appeals to those looking for a more discreet, neighbourhood-focused evening out.
Ordering Tips
When at Roco, stick to the signatures the description highlights: the Margherita and the Viziosa are listed as standouts, and the Tiramisu with Piedmont hazelnuts is called out as the dessert to note. These dishes indicate a menu that leans on Italian fundamentals and quality ingredients. Given the restaurant’s considered, small-format positioning, expect classical preparations and direct flavours rather than experimental detours. Prioritize those signature items to get a clear sense of the kitchen’s approach and the balance between tradition and the quieter, refined style the venue embodies.
Venue details
Ambiance
Pleasant terrace usually shaded at lunchtime, unfinished stone walls, light wooden furniture, peacock blue façade, neighborhood regular atmosphere
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Small
Signature Dishes
- Margherita
- Viziosa
- Tiramisu with Piedmont hazelnuts
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 1 Rue Guillaume Tell, 75017 Paris, France
Planning details
Location
Also consider
If Roco is full, try L'Entredgeu or La Table des Ternes first for a similar low-drama Paris dinner. If the table wants Italian instead, La Famiglia Di Rebellato is the more natural backup.
Restaurant context
Against Petit Gris, Roco is the less defined choice: Petit Gris gives a clearer Modern Cuisine, €€ signal, which helps if value for money is the main filter. Choose Roco when the 17th-arrondissement location and an easy evening matter more than reading the meal through a specific cuisine label.
Dessirier is the stronger pick for a planned seafood meal and a higher-spend occasion, with its Seafood, €€€€ positioning making the decision cleaner for groups who want to know the category before they sit down. Roco is better for a more casual booking where ambiance and convenience carry the night.
If Roco is not available, L'Entredgeu and La Table des Ternes are the closest practical cross-shops for a normal Paris dinner, while La Famiglia Di Rebellato makes more sense when the group wants an Italian-leaning alternative.
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Compare Roco
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Roco | Paris | , | , | No published awards |
| Petit Gris | Paris | Modern Cuisine | €€ | No published awards |
| L'Entredgeu | Paris | , | , | No published awards |
| La Table des Ternes | Paris | , | , | No published awards |
| Dessirier | Paris | Seafood | €€€€ | Michelin Guide France & Monaco 20262025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate |
| La Famiglia Di Rebellato | Paris | , | , | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should a first-timer know about Roco?
Roco is in Paris, has a casual dress code, and serves lunch and dinner every day. Hours are Monday 12–2:15 PM and 7–10 PM; Tuesday to Friday 12–2:15 PM and 7–10:30 PM; Saturday 12:30–2:30 PM and 7–10:30 PM; and Sunday 12:30–2:30 PM and 7–10 PM.
What should I wear to Roco?
Dress casually. The dress code is casual, so neat, low-key clothing is the safest guidance.
Is Roco good for solo dining?
Roco does not specify solo-dining arrangements, seating style, or bar seating. If you are dining alone, use the listed lunch or dinner hours to choose a time and confirm any seating preferences directly with the restaurant.
How far ahead should I book Roco?
Information about booking pace or reservation difficulty is not available. Roco offers daily lunch and dinner hours in Paris, so choose the service that fits your schedule and confirm current availability directly.
