La Rotonde Stalingrad — Restaurant in Paris

The aptly named la Rotonde is home to a restaurant, bar, enormous terrace, and regular DJ sets. Its dramatic architecture of columns and arches, topped by a high cupola, makes it one of the more original places for a bite to eat in Paris. On a sunny day, see if you can nab a table on the expansive terrace on place de la Bataille de Stalingrad. Here you can enjoy food with a view as the canal de l’Ourcq stretches away in front of you. A favorite spot for young professionals looking for reasonably priced food in a cool setting, la Rotonde’s décor doesn’t disappoint. The interior is modern and minimalist, perfectly suited to its high ceilings and curved walls. There’s plenty of room for large groups and you won’t be sitting elbow to elbow with the neighboring table—which makes a change from most Parisian bistros—though at weekends we recommend booking ahead to avoid disappointment. The food is classic French brasserie with a touch of world food fusion. For example, their (very good) fish and chips, no doubt a nod to the restaurant’s British chef, and the Middle Eastern dips that can be ordered as starters or nibbles for an apéritif. There are always two or three fish choices, as well as a couple of vegetarian options. Service is with a smile, and generally...

I was amazed when for the first time i happened to eat in this faboulous restaurant. First of all, this is a wonderful historical monument classed in 1907, now converted in a restaurant. Nunzio, experienced neapolitan chef delighted us with a truly phenomenal fettuccine carbonara to die for. As an italian i particularly noticed how careful he is in the choice of the authentic italian imported ingredients. We tasted a delicious tronchetto, a sort of pizza filled with eggplants ham and mozzarella : so delicious. It is the second time that i go to this restaurant although the long metro ride (i live in rive gauche). It is a pleasure to gather with friends in this amazing place while eating authentic delicious...

An impressive setting - a rather old stone building, good minimalistic design and a comfortable outside seating with a nice view.

The food is good. Not exceptional, but definitely good enough to be enjoyed.

The service is probably the worst part of the experience. They ran out of burgers, then forgot about our drinks, mixed up the items on the check and the male bathroom had a very strong smell of... not clean. Like, strong enough to make you hold your breath.

I hesitated to give the restaurant 3 or 4 stars, but the quality of the setting made me...