This marks a significant turning point for Parisian gastronomy. Yam'Tcha, the Michelin-starred restaurant helmed by Adeline Grattard, located on rue Saint-Honoré in the 1st arrondissement of Paris, between the Halles and the Louvre, will serve its final meal on Saturday, December 20, 2025. One of the few French chefs awarded a Michelin star has confirmed the news on its website, and frankly told Le Figaro: "The ship has become too heavy, but everything is fine! We are free and debt-free."
However, this closure doesn’t mean a complete withdrawal. The forty-something chef will keep her Yam'Tcha boutique, located nearby, which was the original space of the restaurant. Today, it features a homestyle Cantonese cuisine and premium teas, also available for takeout. Even more, Adeline Grattard has announced that the Café Lai'Tcha, also in the 1st arrondissement, will be transformed into a Yam'Tcha bistro starting in March 2026, following some minor comfort updates.
Why is Yam'Tcha closing its doors?
The decision to close this Michelin 1-star restaurant appears to be a conscious choice by the chef herself. With no apparent debts or financial difficulties, Adeline Grattard seems to be seeking to lighten the burden that comes with running a high-level gastronomic establishment. The frantic pace, the demands of a creative French cuisine infused with Chinese influences, and the constant pressure of maintaining a Michelin star could explain her need for a breather. By focusing on less demanding projects like her shop and an upcoming bistro, she is staying involved in the restaurant scene while regaining a sense of freedom.
The story of Yam'Tcha, from Sauval Street to Saint-Honoré Street
Yam'Tcha first opened its doors in 2009 in a small space on rue Sauval, still in the 1st arrondissement. Quickly, this Bourgogne native, a former student of Pascal Barbot at Astrance, gained recognition for its unique blend of French cuisine infused with delicate Chinese influences. This distinctive culinary style was shaped during a two-year stay in Hong Kong with her ex-husband, Chi Wah Chan, a tea sommelier. In 2015, the couple decided to move to rue Saint-Honoré to create a setting that matched their ambitions. For years, the reservation book was always full—a testament to the success of a restaurant that masterfully united two rich gastronomic traditions.
What is happening with the Yam'Tcha restaurant?
Good news for fans of Adeline Grattard’s cuisine: the Yam'Tcha shop remains open. Located in the former first restaurant on Rue Sauval, it offers a home-style Cantonese cuisine that’s more accessible, far from the fine dining mainstream. Visitors can also enjoy a curated selection of premium teas, available to sip on-site or take away. A spot that carries on the spirit of Yam'Tcha in a more relaxed setting.
A New Chapter Begins at Yam'Tcha Bistrot
While the fine dining restaurant prepares to close its doors, a new chapter is on the horizon. Café Lai’Tcha will transform into Yam’Tcha Bistrot in March 2026. Following some renovations to enhance comfort, this new venue aims to serve cuisine still infused with Adeline Grattard’s signature touch, but in a more relaxed, bistro-style format. It’s a fresh way to continue indulging in the chef’s culinary universe, now with a more spontaneous, casual flair rather than the rigorous standards of a Michelin-starred restaurant.
In short, if you want to experience one last visit to Yam'Tcha before it closes permanently, you only have a few days left to book a table on Rue Saint-Honoré. After December 20, 2025, you'll need to turn your attention to Café Lai'Tcha, which is transforming into a bistro-style venue. One thing's for sure: Adeline Grattard isn’t stepping away from the Paris culinary scene — she's simply shifting gears. Stay updated on her restaurants by following them on social media or visit the official website.
