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It’s hard judging a restaurant from the outside.  Some look tiny and are tiny….others are deceptive. And the new ‘Marasino’ is one such. 

The small terrace, next to the Hotel St Christophe near the Rotonde, gives no clue as to the large number of seats inside.

It’s a cross between an Italian restaurant and a deli, and has been decorated very stylishly indeed.

There are nooks for having an apero (see above) or for playing the piano, or for choosing some Italian delicacies or wines to take home.  The menu offers panini, tramezzini, focaccia, plates of charcuterie, cassolettes, salads and pastas as well as desserts.  It’s downloadable at http://www.marasino.fr.

We had a snack there after a French class and all opted for panini, so didn’t really put the options to the test.  But the service was friendly and I did like the very Italian vibe.

Details:  2 bis Ave Victor Hugo. Tuesday-Saturday 9-22:00. Reservations on 04 4 200 200.