Japanese cuisine has many aficionados in Paris, and one of the flagship specialties that quickly comes to mind when talking about Japanese cuisine is undoubtedlysushi. Prepared according to the rules of the art, this delicate dish consists of vinegared rice, raw fish or very fresh seafood, and nori seaweed seasoned with wasabi.
There are said to be around a hundred varieties of sushi in Japan, not to mention other Japanese specialties such as nigiri, maki, temaki, and sashimi. In Paris, sushi is one of the most popular Japanese specialties. While some restaurants have chosen to respect tradition and offer exceptional sushi, others prefer to be bold by presenting revisited versions, sushi inspired by fusion cuisine, or even entirely plant-based creations.
Finally, some Parisian restaurants offer a good compromise in order to democratize sushi in Paris, with a quality-price ratio that makes it accessible to as many people as possible while still being high quality. So, are you more intoexceptional sushi,revisitedsushi, or affordable sushi? In any case, find our top picks for where to enjoy good sushi in Paris here!
Breathe, a 100% plant-based Japanese restaurant serving vegan maki and sushi
Are you vegan but can't imagine giving up sushi, maki, or even fried chicken? Head to the vegan restaurant Breathe in the Sentier district for 100% plant-based Japanese specialties! [Read more]
Bar Omi, a hybrid restaurant between an izakaya and a wine bar where you can enjoy exceptional sushi in Paris
Bar Omi is the place where lovers of Japanese cuisine and wine connoisseurs meet. A cross between a wine bar and an izakaya, this restaurant treats us to exceptional sushi and lesser-known specialties. A beautiful, refined establishment near the Tuileries and Place Vendôme in Paris. Reservations are highly recommended. [Read more]
Zen, the restaurant for real Japanese sushi in Paris
Sponsored - Selected by the Michelin Guide for several years, ZEN is much more than just a Japanese restaurant in Paris. It's a true culinary voyage, where the quality of the raw fish and the precision of the Japanese gesture make all the difference for exceptional sushi... [Read more]
Ojii Paris, an elegant Japanese restaurant with an intimate atmosphere and top-flight cuisine
This confidential address bridges the gap between Paris and Tokyo. Ojii is one of our favorite restaurants, transporting us into a chic, hushed world where we can savor refined Japanese cuisine. [Read more]
Hakuba, the Michelin-starred Japanese restaurant at Cheval Blanc Paris
Discover Hakuba, the Japanese restaurant nestled in the heart of the prestigious Cheval Blanc Paris. The restaurant offers a unique immersion in the art of Japanese gastronomy, with Omakase menus carefully orchestrated by sushi master Takuya Watanabe, in collaboration with sauce master Arnaud Donckele and pastry chef Maxime Frédéric. A delicate experience that echoes Japanese tradition and the quest for authenticity. [Read more]
Kifuné: a genuine Japanese restaurant in Paris
Considered one of the capital's oldest Japanese restaurants, Kifuné is also one of the must-visit addresses promising a sensational and delicious trip to the Land of the Rising Sun, thanks to its rich menu and authentic recipes. [Read more]
Hokusai, the Japanese fusion restaurant, discreet and seductive - Paris 16e
We're off to Hokusai, this discreet Japanese restaurant, nestled within the Le Metropolitan hotel in Paris's 16ᵉ arrondissement. Like us, discover its fusion cuisine blending tradition and Latin influences. An elegant setting and a refined menu, this is sure to seduce. [Read more]
Saint Laurent opens Sushi Park, an upscale Japanese restaurant in its Rive Droite boutique
Saint Laurent inaugurates Sushi Park Paris, the iconic Los Angeles Japanese restaurant, in the basement of its Rive Droite boutique from February 21, 2025. This new address at the crossroads of Japanese gastronomy and fashion offers an exclusive omakase experience, imagined by chef Peter Park, from Tuesday to Saturday. [Read more]
Bloom, Christian Ventura's favorite vegan sushi restaurant in Paris
Bloom is the name of this vegan restaurant with Japanese accents, which has just opened in the 17th arrondissement of Paris. Vegan sushi, already a trend on the other side of the Atlantic, is coming to Paris, and we love it! [Read more]
Pink Koï Paris, the immersive and festive Japanese restaurant at Les Halles - video
Alerts, friends: we're unveiling an exclusive Japanese restaurant called Pink Koï Paris, which may well attract the whole of Paris. A huge, immersive, animated restaurant with different spaces, the first restaurant in Paris dedicated to Japanese robata (Japanese barbecue) with succulent yet accessible dishes, we're running. [Read more]
Ponzu, the 16th arrondissement's Japanese cantine and its signature sushi
Not far from Place Victor Hugo, Ponzu is a well-known address for locals who come here to share a meal or dine on Japanese specialties. [Read more]
Chakaiseki Akiyoshi, the first tea ceremony restaurant gets its first Michelin star
Chakaiseki Akiyoshi is the name of the world's first tea ceremony restaurant outside Japan. In the 15th arrondissement of Paris, you can discover this Japanese gastronomic establishment, which has just been awarded its first Michelin star. [Read more]
Iodé, Paris's genuine affordable sushi bar
Forget your preconceptions about sushi counters ('too expensive', 'too stuffy'), the Japanese restaurant Iodé has landed in Paris to demonstrate that it's possible to combine responsible French fishing, affordable prices and a genuine culinary voyage. [Read more]
Vesper launches its festive cocktail & sushi bar in Paris
Head to the Vesper Bar to discover its cocktail & sushi bar, open daily from 6pm to 2am. Enjoy a cocktail or mocktail with good sushi in a festive atmosphere. [Read more]
Akira Back Paris, the Prince of Wales's modern Japanese restaurant
Akira Back, the Prince of Wales's modern Japanese restaurant, is celebrating its 1st anniversary. It's an opportunity to (re)discover the place, with some lovely new additions to the menu. [Read more]
Sushi Way, the restaurant that serves you sushi at full speed
In the heart of the Westfield Forum des Halles shopping center is a Japanese restaurant that's gone up a gear: it's Sushi Way, and we can assure you that your food arrives at lightning speed. [Read more]
Wrap'n Roll Sushi, the Japanese restaurant for generous, unusual and truly affordable rolls
Wrap'n Roll Sushi is THE Japanese restaurant on the Saint-Lazare side of Paris, offering a host of unusual and affordable maki rolls. [Read more]
Find the location of all these addresses by clicking on the map at the bottom of the article.
