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Nestled in the heart of Le Marais at 27 rue du Roi de Sicile, Paris, L'Alivi offers an authentic taste of Corsican cuisine in a cozy, inviting setting. This charming restaurant combines the warmth of a family-run kitchen with the sophistication of Parisian dining, making it a must-visit for food lovers seeking a genuine culinary adventure. Known for its exquisite dishes and friendly atmosphere, L'Alivi promises an unforgettable dining experience that captures the essence of Corsica without leaving the French capital.

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Had our first dinner on our latest trip to Paris at L'Alivi and it was better than we even expected.  We have a high bar for Paris restaurants as they are so often excellent, and L'Alivi definitely lived up to that standard.

We did the three course menu which was a great value.  All of our dishes were delicious.  They make their kir with a chestnut liqueur which is unique and sooo good.  Actually the best kir we've had anywhere.

The atmosphere was very pretty and cozy on a cold January night and the service was super friendly and polite.  There were lots of locals in the place which is always a good sign.

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Pork Chop was lovely, the octopus was one of the best we've had. All in all, an excellent first night in Paris! We decided to walk around and get ice cream/gelato, so we don't know about their desserts.

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You do need to travel to Corsica to enjoy their food!! Pas besoin d aller en corse pour découvrir la cuisine corse....
L Alivi does it in Paris!!! Try the cochon rib/ côté de cochon !! Exquisite!! The octopus / wonderful !! And the cheese plate !! Do not forget to start with the corisican charcuterie plateau !!

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This is a terrific, intimate, romantic restaurant in the heart of Le Marais. My date and I had the Croustifondant dish as a starter and it was truly a unique experience of flavors and textures. Wow! (see photos)

We then tried the lamb with pasta and the Filet de Bœuf with polenta fries. All very good. I did wish the Filet came a little more rare, but it was minor. 

The desserts were definitely the highlights, with the Bombe au Chocolat (chocolate bomb) having not only a chocolate-dusted hard chocolate shell containing chocolate ganache inside, but placed in a bed of delicious cream and rimmed with leaves of mint and soft slices of pear. The Tiramisu had a unique preparation (see photo) and the chef drew a beautiful treble clef sign in chocolate sauce on the plate. All of this tasted ridiculously good. 

The ambiance was lovely, with outdoor patio seating with some heaters to provide some warmth. The place seems pretty popular and is small, so I recommend doing reservations if they take them, or showing up very early or very late! This place is terrific!

Bathrooms: There's only one unisex bathroom, so don't wait until you're dying to go. That said, it was clean, spacious, and quite nice. In case you get lost, FYI, it's downstairs.

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We got the beef tenderloin with polenta fries (pic attached!), and it was super tasty!  The whole dish was fantastic, and of course, with every restaurant in Paris, we got tons of bread to start off with!

They have outdoor seating, as well as free wifi here.  Bottles of wine are also cheap compared to what you get in the States, which is always a bonus!

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My college friend recommended we try to place as we reunited with our other college friends. She made reservations for about 9 o'clock and we arrived a little earlier and they were able to accommodate us pretty quickly.

They specialize in Corsican cuisine which is an island off of France. The place is small but the ambiance is cozy rather than constrained. They eve had a troubadour playing live music inside and outside the restaurant.

I ordered the pork dish which came with mashed potatoes. Oh my goodness it was probably one of the best things I've ever eaten. Only one of four meals during my stay in France that I cleared my plate. The pork was perfectly juicy and the outside was crispy and the fat was rendered perfectly. The mashed potatoes were bomb and add a drizzle of olive oil and it makes all the difference.

We had a party of about 10 and there were no complaints from anyone about their food. Loved it and wold return.

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Family country cooking in the middle of the 3rd. Great fast service, good quality cooking that tastes like a home cooking explosion in your month. The pork is a wow, wow and wow #crackling.  Nice to have a great meal in a family run kitchen in Paris. Oh, the veal sausage and creamed potatoes - hello a good walk home and lose those calories.

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Great atmosphere. Quick dependable service and well cooked filling meals. Would recommend for a night out with friends.

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Tried this place while on a food tour. It was pretty good! Everybody had a beef dish covered in mashed potatoes. This place serves cuisine from the island of Corsica, which is French (not Italian like I thought!). The service was very good. The restaurant is small and cozy and in a great area. Glad I tried it and I recommend it.  The prices are affordable and portions are a good size.

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3.5. I would give this place a 5 but my risotto was just that bad! 

Starter:
As a starter, I ordered the chilled tomato soup with green apple. The crunchy chunks of apple added an interesting tartness to the refreshing concoction. It was so lovely in fact that I thought maybe I would be so uncouth as to pick up the glass and sip the last drops sans spoon. To my horror, the glass was somehow welded to the serving plank so if I wanted to drink straight from the glass I would have to lift the whole board to my face. I'm greedy, but not that greedy. 

Main: 
As a main, I ordered the risotto with basil and shellfish while my friend ordered the Souris d'Agneau braisée or braised lamb shank. I was very pleased with how photogenic my dish was, so when the first bite revealed a flavorless lump of rice I thought perhaps my taste buds were mistaken. After consuming half of the dish my suspicions were confirmed: the risotto was indeed utterly lacking in flavor. Copious amounts of salt helped a little, but then I really only tasted salty mush. The lamb on the other hand was cooked and seasoned to perfection, so that the meat fell of the bone, oozing delicious juices. As if the meat wasn't flavorful enough, the dish was served with a rich accompanying jus. I sulked in serious food envy. 

Dessert:
For dessert we split the tiramisu. I didn't have very high hopes. Usually when I eat tiramisu I spend so much time coughing on the excessively piled powdered cocoa that I don't have any time to actually enjoy the lower layers. The tiramisu at L'Alivi was exceptional though. All the ingredients and flavors were perfectly proportioned. Well if I were being truthful I would have preferred something the size of deep dish lasagna because that's just how good it was. Sweet but not too sweet, creamy but light, chocolaty but with plenty of coffee. It almost made me forget about how terrible the risotto was!

The verdict? 
This place serves amazing Corsican fare but choose your dishes wisely. The risotto was truly terrible, but the chilled tomato soup, the braised lamb shank, and the tiramisu were sublime. If the weather is nice, sit outside on the quaint terrace and watch a youthful mix of tourists and locals stream by. 

This place isn't cheap, but you're paying for quality and location. A set three course menu will set you back 34€, not including wine.

L'Alivi: Cozy French & Corsican Restaurant in Le Marais, Paris

A cozy taste of Corsica in the heart of Paris

Discover the Culinary Charm of L'Alivi in Paris

Visit L'Alivi today to indulge in authentic Corsican cuisine that transports your taste buds across the Mediterranean.

Experience the best of French and Corsican flavors at L'Alivi, located at 27 rue du Roi de Sicile, Paris. Immerse yourself in a warm, inviting atmosphere filled with local charm and authentic culinary delights.

Enjoy a curated selection of starters, mains, desserts, and drinks that showcase Corsican and French culinary artistry, celebrated by locals and visitors alike.

Savor unforgettable French flavors at L'Alivi in Paris, a cozy restaurant offering authentic cuisine in a charming setting. Book your culinary escape now!

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