Zen restaurant's exclusive Omakase: a Japanese immersion in Paris

The ZEN restaurant, located in the heart of Paris's 1st arrondissement, unveils its brand new Omakase concept, a Japanese gastronomic formula designed to offer an intimate, immersive, and premium experience. In a private room on the first floor, guests are invited to let the chef guide them through a seven-course culinary journey, inspired by the seasons and market arrivals.

An Omakase centered on the chef's inspiration

True to the traditional spirit of Omakase—literally "I leave it to you"—the menu is never disclosed in advance. The dishes are designed according to the inspiration of chef Mitsuru Yamada and the fresh produce of the day. This creative freedom allows for a unique meal at each service, much more gourmet and exclusive than the restaurant's usual offerings.

To accompany this culinary journey, the dining room team presents each dish as it is served, explaining the techniques, ingredients, and intentions behind it.

A private room on the first floor

The Omakase experience takes place in a completely private room, dedicated exclusively to this experience. The space, with its minimalist design inspired by Japanese aesthetics, offers a sober, subdued, and intimate atmosphere.

An open kitchen allows guests to watch the chef at work, adding an immersive dimension to the experience. The setting has been designed to promote relaxation, conversation, and discovery, far from the hustle and bustle outside.

A two-hour gastronomic experience

ZEN's Omakase is structured around a minimum two-hour service, allowing guests to fully enjoy each stage. The concept is suitable for both groups and private events, thanks to a flexible capacity ranging from 8 to 30 people. A total of four private rooms are available.

On the menu, you can discover a variety of exceptional Japanese dishes such as chawanmushi savory flan, grilled eggplant with miso dengaku, taro dumplings in chicken broth, and Japanese-style pan-fried foie gras.

For your main course, you'll love the black cod with miso, unadon.

To finish, treat yourself to themango and passion fruit pudding with fresh fruit.

Practical information

• Price: €80 per person
• Capacity: 8 to 30 guests
• Number of dedicated rooms: 4
• Minimum duration: 2 hours
• Hours: every evening at 7:00 p.m., 7:30 p.m., and 8:00 p.m.
• Reservations: at least one week in advance
• Reservations: directly on the restaurant's website

A new facet of the ZEN restaurant

With this new concept, the Japanese restaurant ZEN Paris 1er is expanding its offering and confirming its commitment to providing authentic, modern, and accessible Japanese cuisine. Omakase is an exclusive experience, designed for those who want to enjoy a unique culinary immersion in a privileged setting.