Before our Eiffel Tower afternoon, Dimple and I needed lunch, and we needed it fast. A hungry family is not a happy family, and I say that as the hungriest member. We found Il Angelo, an Italian trattoria a short walk from the tower.
What we ate
We ordered the truffle risotto and the lasagna. Two plates, two happy people.
The verdict
Everything was good, and it came out fast. Good food all round, quick service, no waiting around. When you’ve got a tower to visit, that’s exactly what you want. Or, in my own words: "everything was good and fast food fast food." Translation: good food, fast service, and nobody checking their watch.
Getting there
The tower is just down the street. You can see it from the pavement as you walk up, which is handy, because it’s very hard to get lost when your landmark is that tall.
Good to know
- Address: 55 avenue de la Bourdonnais, 75007 Paris. Website: il-angelo.com
- Opening hours: Monday to Saturday 8:00–23:00, Sunday 11:00–23:00 (per the official site; check before you go).
- Prices: on the restaurant’s online menu, the truffle risotto (risotto al tartufo) is €17.50 and the lasagna (lasagnes bolognaises) is €16. Prices can change, so check the menu.
- Best for: a quick, easy lunch before visiting the Eiffel Tower.
Know before you go
- Website: il-angelo.com
- Phone: 01 88 48 72 58 (+33 1 88 48 72 58)
- Address: 55 avenue de la Bourdonnais, 75007 Paris
- Hours: Monday to Saturday 8:00–23:00, Sunday 11:00–23:00
- Reservations: book online
- Menu: official menu
- On the menu: creamy risottos (risotto al tartufo, €17.50), truffle ravioli, artisan focaccia, bruschetta, lasagna (lasagnes bolognaises, €16), homemade tiramisu and panna cotta, and Italian breakfast. Prices may change.
- Tip: Eat here before you go up the Eiffel Tower. It’s a short walk away, the food comes out fast, and you’ll go up full and relaxed instead of watching the clock or hunting for a snack up there.