Though we're not ones to tire of a slice shop, RORI is just that little bit extra. Though there's sizzling pepperoni slices galore, it's the plates of oysters, confit-coated greens and bottles of that natural grenache that have really stolen our hearts...and made RORI our go-to no-fuss, no-frills dinner-time spot when in Paris. 

A floor-to-ceiling renovation by Claves Architecture paves the way for a cinematic design haven at Le Cornichon, also home to some of the finest fare amongst Paris's multitude of bar de quartiers. The space is cluttered with knick-knacks; there’s a retro pinball machine in one corner, an LED-lit reclining pickle-man (Le Cornichon’s logo and name) propped amidst the liquor and a love-letter filled postcard holder. The breakfasts and celery-topped Bloody Marys are epic, though it’s at midi that Le Cornichon gets its skates on: endive salad topped with parmesan hunks and croutons, pickles and coleslaw with a side of hake & chips and a raspberry, vanilla swirl whirl dessert that begins a sugar frenzy. 

Plates to share and maceration wines, you know the drill. It's another neighborhood spot, though one of Belleville's most treasured spots for giddy, good food. There's a constantly, shifting menu, though if you're lucky you'll be able to get your hands on L'Orillon's octopus doused in a rich coconut, vinegar and brown butter broth and chunks of perfectly roasted sweet potato. Food aside, you have an abundant list of natural wines, Deck & Donohue beer and UMÀ stills to cleanse those taste buds.  

Entrée, plat, disco is the Saturday formula; here, the midi menu becomes an à la carte sharing plate occasion for post supper servings. Corrugated iron wall mounts line the walls and ceilings, record covers become the artworks and a stainless steel reflective bar becomes the glaring centerpiece. Oak-wood tables become chock-a-block with plates as the remarkably friendly small kitchen whips up sardines marinated in a whisky broth, laden onto smoked-ricotta smothered toasts. The "cheese of the moment" is an evening must.