La Felicità: Europe’s Biggest Restaurant Opens at Station F


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Welcome to La Felicità, the latest outpost by the Big Mamma group, known for bringing some of the best Italian eateries to the French capital since 2015. Included in their expansive line-up are Ober Mamma in Oberkampf, East Mamma in Bastille, Big Love Caffè in the Marais, Pizzeria Popolare in Bourse and Mamma Primi in Batignolles.
Set within 4,500 square meters in a former railway depot, La Felicità– which opened at the end of May– now reigns as the biggest restaurant in Europe. Its home in Station F, Paris’s hub for innovation and creativity in the 13th arrondissement, has quickly become a destination for entrepreneurs and tourists alike. A fitting location for a fellow start-up. Trains part of the décor, the shabby-chic design itself is worth the visit.

La Felicità, Caffeteria. Photo: Jérôme Galland.
With five kitchens and three bars including a beer garden, plus a food market, there’s plenty to feast on, both inside the impressive space and along the enormous sun-drenched terrace. Some of La Felicità’s specialties include pizza from a wood-burning oven, creamy burrata and plenty of savory pasta dishes, truffles optional. To satisfy every palate from both land and sea, there’s a seafood bar and a USA-inspired burger shack. Don’t leave without trying a spritz cocktail in seasonable flavors including peach, one of the best in Paris.

La Felicità, Caffeteria. Photo: Jérôme Galland
Italians take the sweet side of life aka la dolce vita, very seriously. La Felicità’s bakery Le Panificio, serves fresh focaccia while their Neapolitan-style caffeteria takes pride in their espresso and selection of cakes and cookies. An ice-cream cart serves homemade gelato throughout the day.

La Felicità, Capri Coco Cocktail Bar. Photo: Jérôme Galland
Translated to “happiness”, La Felicità’s menu includes much more than food. There’s a full program of events taking place throughout the year, including concerts, outdoor festivals and activities for kids. Let’s not forget weekend brunch featuring live music.
La Felicità, 55 Boulevard Vincent Auriol, 75013 Paris. Monday to Friday 12:15-2:30. Wednesday to Friday 6pm-12am. Saturday 12 pm-1am. Sunday 12 pm-11pm.

La Felicità. Photo: Joann Pai

La Felicità. Photo: Joann Pai
Lead photo credit : La Felicità terrace. Photo: Jérôme Galland