KUCCINI

Name: KUCCINI
Address: 165 Rue St Denis, 75002 Paris, France, Paris
Price range: €5 - €195

Italian-inspired, KUCCINI sources seasonal market products and offers cuisine in half or full portions. Cicchetti: Venetian custom of ordering several half-portion dishes per person for a richer experience. Almost all our dishes and desserts are homemade. All our meats are of French and EU origin.

★ 4.6 (1,285) $$Moderate 📍 165 Rue St Denis, 75002 Paris, France

APERITIFS AND STARTERS

Squid salad

Calamari in insalata

Origin: Calabria. Marinated and grilled squid, rocket salad, Sicilian datterino tomatoes, Taggiasche olives

Marinated and then grilled squid salad for a tender texture and a slightly smoky flavor. Accompanied by fresh rocket, sweet Sicilian cherry tomatoes, and olives. A light and fragrant dish.

€15~ ≈ $17.00

Crunchy polenta

Origin: Kuccini. Truffle shavings and cream, a must try!

Crispy polenta served with a rich truffle cream and shavings. Pleasant contrast between the crunchiness of the corn and the creaminess of the fragrant sauce. A tasty and comforting starter.

€14~ ≈ $16.00

Fresh tuna and avocado tartare

Tartare de thon frais et avocat

Origin: Syracuse. (& homemade fries +€5)

Fresh raw tuna cubes mixed with creamy avocado. A delicate and refreshing dish typical of Mediterranean cuisine. Enjoyed fresh, often with a squeeze of lemon or olive oil.

€16~ ≈ $19.00

Burrata di puglia (125g)

Origin: Puglia. Roasted eggplant, datterino tomatoes, homemade pesto, and pine nuts

Fresh Italian cheese with a creamy center, served with roasted vegetables and pesto. Creamy texture and mild milky taste. Enjoy by mixing the cheese with the accompaniments.

€19 ≈ $22.00

Sicilian Arancini alla Norma

Arancini sicilien alla Norma

Origin: Sicily. Eggplant, mozzarella, and tomato sauce

Breaded and fried rice balls, stuffed with eggplant and mozzarella. Crispy on the outside and melting on the inside. A classic of Sicilian street food.

€14~ ≈ $16.00

Summer salad poke style

Salade d'estivio façon poké

Rocket, cucumber, red onions, grilled Tuscan artichokes, Sicilian datterino tomatoes, avocado, grilled homemade focaccia, fennel, and stracciatella

Large composed salad with varied Italian flavors: grilled and fresh vegetables, creamy cheese, and crispy bread. A complete, fresh, and balanced meal.

€20 ≈ $23.00

Bruschetta

Origin: Sicily. Grilled focaccia, stracciatella, Sicilian datterino tomatoes, and roasted eggplant

Toasted focaccia bread topped with fresh cheese (burrata heart) and sun-kissed vegetables. Crispy and flavorful. Ideal for an aperitif or as a starter.

€13~ ≈ $15.00

PASTA AND RISOTTO

Spaghetti carbonara with guanciale (pork jowl)

Spaghetti à la carbonara au guanciale (joue de cochon)

Origin: Rome.

Long pasta served with a traditional sauce made with eggs, pecorino cheese, and guanciale (cured pork jowl). Rich, creamy, and savory. The true Roman recipe without fresh cream.

€14~ ≈ $16.00

Paccheri alla norma

Origin: Sicily. Tomato sauce, diced eggplant, salted ricotta

Large tubular pasta with a tomato sauce with eggplant and salted ricotta cheese. Classic Mediterranean flavors, firm pasta texture, and melting eggplant.

€14~ ≈ $16.00

Asparagus and grilled shrimp risotto

Risotto d'asperge et crevette à la plancha

Origin: Milan.

Creamy rice slowly cooked with asparagus, topped with grilled shrimp. Creamy texture characteristic of risotto with the freshness of seafood.

€17~ ≈ $20.00

Black truffle tagliatelle

Tagliatelle à la truffe noire

Origin: Alba.

Fresh flat ribbon pasta served with aromatic black truffle. A luxurious dish with a pronounced earthy and mushroom flavor. Simple yet refined.

€15~ ≈ $17.00

Gnocchi alla sorrentina

Origin: Calabria. Tomato sauce and stracciatella

Soft potato gnocchi, served in tomato sauce with melting fresh cheese. Comforting and mild dish, baked in the oven.

€14~ ≈ $16.00

Squid ink linguine with grilled squid

Linguine à l'encre de seiche et calamar alla plancha

Origin: Sicily.

Black long pasta colored with squid ink, served with grilled squid. Iodic sea flavor, visually striking. The pasta has a slight marine taste.

€15~ ≈ $17.00

MEATS AND FISH

Beef tartare

Tartare de manzo

Origin: Bologna. (Beef tartare, crispy egg yolk, salad, and homemade fries)

Seasoned raw minced beef, Italian style, served with a crispy egg yolk. Accompanied by fries and salad. Fresh and flavorful.

€16~ ≈ $19.00

Chicken Milanese cutlet

Escalope milanaise de poulet

Origin: Milan. Baked potatoes, rocket, and cherry tomatoes

Thin breaded and fried chicken cutlet, golden and crispy. Served with potatoes and a fresh salad. A Milanese classic appreciated for its crispiness.

€23 ≈ $27.00

Grilled Scotch Beef Tagliata (200g)

Tagliata de bœuf Scotch Beef (200g) grillée

Origin: Rome. Parmesan and rocket

Sliced grilled beef, served on a bed of rocket with Parmesan shavings. The meat is juicy and flavorful, enhanced by the salty cheese and peppery greens.

€18~ ≈ $21.00

Fresh fish of the day depending on arrival

Poisson du marché selon arrivage

Fresh fish of the day, prepared according to the chef's inspiration. Ask for the fish of the moment.

€28 ≈ $32.00

Daily specials

Suggestions du jour

(ask our servers)

Daily specials varying according to seasonal products.

DESSERTS

Creamy and airy tiramisu, lightly sweetened

Tiramisu onctueux et aérien, légèrement sucré

Iconic Italian dessert made with coffee-soaked biscuits and mascarpone cream. Mousse-like texture and rich coffee flavor.

€10 ≈ $12.00

Chocolate & vanilla ice cream profiteroles

Profiterole glaces chocolat & vanille

Choux pastry with whipped cream, self-pourable chocolate lava cake

Choux pastry filled with ice cream, served with a hot chocolate sauce. Delicious hot-cold contrast.

€13 ≈ $15.00

Red berry pavlova

Pavlova aux fruits rouges

Crispy meringue outside and soft inside, topped with whipped cream and fresh red berries. A sweet and fruity dessert.

€15 ≈ $17.00

Chocolate fondant

Fondant au chocolat

(10 minutes waiting time)

Chocolate cake baked to keep a liquid and warm center. Very rich in chocolate. Delicious with ice cream.

€16~ ≈ $19.00

Red berry panna cotta

Panna cotta aux fruits rouges

Jellied vanilla cream dessert, topped with a red berry coulis. Smooth and silky texture, milky and fruity taste.

€12 ≈ $14.00

Gourmet coffee

Café gourmand

An espresso coffee served with a selection of miniature desserts. Perfect for tasting several sweets.

€12 ≈ $14.00

The excellent organic ice creams and sorbets from Adelice farm

Les excellentes glaces et sorbets bio de terre Adelice

Choice of scoop: dark chocolate, blood orange, lemon basil, vanilla

High-quality artisanal ice creams and sorbets. Intense and natural flavors.

€5~ ≈ $6.00

PRESTIGE BUBBLES

Organic Prosecco - San Martino DOC

Prosecco Biologique - San Martino DOC

Dry and fruity Italian sparkling wine. Ideal for an aperitif.

€9~ ≈ $10.00

Lambrusco della dama IGP - Lombardini

Italian sparkling red wine, often slightly sweet and fruity.

€42 ≈ $49.00

Moscato d'Asti - Marcarini DOCG

Sweet and very aromatic sparkling white wine, with notes of fresh grape.

€55 ≈ $64.00

Franciacorta - Brut Nature AOP 1701

Italian sparkling wine made with the traditional method, comparable to champagne. Dry and elegant.

€85 ≈ $98.00

Champagne Ruinart Brut

Prestigious French champagne, balanced and refined.

€130 ≈ $151.00

Champagne Ruinart Blanc de blancs

Champagne made exclusively from white grapes (Chardonnay), very fine and floral.

€195 ≈ $226.00

WINE SUGGESTIONS

Monte Pietroso Terre Siciliane IGT 2023 - red

Monte Pietroso Terre Siciliane IGT 2023 - rouge

Red fruit aromas, spicy notes with light tannins

Light and fruity Sicilian red wine.

€8~ ≈ $9.00

Nero d'Avolo DOC - Principe di Granatey 2023 - red

Nero d'Avola DOC - Principe di Granatey 2023 - rouge

Dark garnet color, woody, rich and opulent

Full-bodied and intense Sicilian red wine, with notes of black fruits.

€9~ ≈ $10.00

Chianti Doc - Falmagallo 2022 - red

Chianti Doc - Falmagallo 2022 - rouge

Elegant palate, red fruits, spicy notes with light tannins

Classic Tuscan red wine, balanced with good acidity. Pairs well with meats.

€9.50~ ≈ $11.00

Langhe Nebbiolo - Davide Chiesa 2021 - red

Langhe Nebbiolo - Davide Chiesa 2021 - rouge

Emblematic Piedmont wine, fresh and vegetal, with small red fruits

Piedmont red wine, complex and structured with aromas of cherry and earth.

€10~ ≈ $12.00

Portantica Rosato - Terre Siciliane 2024 IGP - rosé

Very pale color with hints of vine peach

Fresh and fruity rosé wine, perfect for warm weather.

€8.50~ ≈ $10.00

Pinot Grigio IGT 2023 - white

Pinot Grigio IGT 2023 - blanc

Dry with fruity notes

Dry and crisp white wine, very refreshing with citrus notes.

€8~ ≈ $9.00

Portantica Bianco - Terre Siciliane 2024 - white

Portantica Bianco - Terre Siciliane 2024 - blanc

Harmonious wine with great freshness. Delicate citrus notes

Aromatic and fresh Sicilian white wine.

€9~ ≈ $10.00

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