Charivari is the kind of neighborhood bistro we all dream of having just steps away from our front door: small, sincere and a little bohemian. Nestled in the Saint-Gilles neighborhood on a street with a true sense of community, this spot decked out with understated vintage decor serves up a joyfully short, well-executed menu that changes daily: two starters, two main courses and one dessert. The evening we went, among the neighborly vibes, we savored a plate of pasta al ragù bianco, slow-cooked and creamy without being heavy, accented with fresh sage and carpeted with grated Parmesan. Simple? Yes. But refined and comforting. And for the sweet finale, a saffron ice cream sundae drizzled with rosewater honey and sprinkled with crunchy caramelized pistachios. A decadent dessert served with a flourish, between two insightful recommendations from the naturally-minded wine list. · Gordon Bleu

FEELING THIRSTY? All natural here: Mossò Rosato from the Conestabile della Staffa winery in Italie (€40 a bottle) and Revolution Pink Solera by Johannes Zillinger in Austria (same price). And for a sneaky pre-dinner drink, the Espresso Martini is out of this world (€12).

PRICE: Appetizers €9-13, mains €17-21.