My friend were lucky enough to dine here without a wait! The other day we came back and there was a wait for 1 hour which is insane. This place does seafood broth based ramen and I could not wait to try it. First off the decor is very unique. It looks like you just stepped into a outdoor Japanese seafood market with fish, eel, crab hanging around (fake of course). We sat down and ordered right away since we were both starving. As an appetizer I got the edamame which was steamed fresh with flakes of salt. Very delicious. I got the lobster bisque based ramen. It was very rich with great flavors. It came with sliced duck breast, citrus flavored scallop, a soy sauce egg and other veggies. One of the most flavorful ramens I've ever had. I enjoyed every bite and slurp of it! My friend got the sardine shoyu ramen which came with two slices of sardines. He enjoyed this as well. We were very happy with our meals and the staff was so nice! One of my favorite meals I had in Paris for sure. read more

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Did not think I would love a fish-based broth as much as I loved it here. I had friends who claimed this was the best meal they had in Paris. I found that hard to believe until I tried it myself -- maybe one of the best ramens I've ever had in my life. The initial plan wasn't to come here, but since a lot of restaurants are closed on Mondays, we decided to give this a shot. Surprisingly, there was no line or wait at 5pm. We were seated immediately at this Tsukiji fish market-themed restaurant. Crazy how realistic the decor is and actually teleports you to Japan. You can see all the consideration that was put into the detailing of this establishment -- huge tuna on the table, the piles of insulated foam containers, hanging squid, and even the residual "puddles of water" on the table. We ordered the Sardine Shoyu (the classic) and Sardine Bomb (the strongest). Opted for chef style, which is a few euros more, but added extra protein such as an egg and chicken/pork chashu. Both took a bit of time to come out, but let me tell you -- it was absolutely worth it. The broth was rich, umami and not too fishy. The sardine bomb is a bit of a thicker and more potent broth, but wasn't overpowering at all. The noodles were wavy and chewy (maybe buckwheat?). Each bowl was loaded with tender pieces of protein that tied together seamlessly with the broth and noodles. We left more than satisfied from this meal, but will definitely think about this bowl on a regular basis. Well-deserved recognition! read more

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So, we waited 3 hours to get into this ramen joint. That sounds a bit ridiculous in a normal situation but this was Paris during lunch and you have to queue for quality restaurants. Thankfully, they had an online queue system using their QR code. So, you just sign up for a place in queue and you can explore that bustling area near the Louvre. It was actually a perfect place to be as there are so many shops, alleys, and palace gardens to explore. The place was packed, of course, but they seemed to be doing a good job of controlling and flow of customers. The interior design was very unique in that you just feel as if you're transported to Tokyo's Tsukiji market. My wife actually thought that the dried squids hanging on the wall were real and asked me to see if we could buy some. The decorations were so good! Just being inside was an experience. We ordered a few of their appetizers and ramen bowls. The appetizers were tasty and unique. And the fish-based ramen broth was completely new to me. But it was pretty unique. At first, it took some getting used to the slightly fishy smell of the broth but the rich flavor quickly won over me. I don't think this is my new favorite ramen but it was a good first experience with this new type of ramen. When we return to Paris, and if their queue is reasonable enough, we would definitely want to try their ramen again. read more

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My French teacher recommended this spot and so my family came here after a long day of sightseeing. I'd highly recommend coming early (before you're hungry) to get on the waitlist, and then stroll around before coming back once you receive a text to do so. Otherwise be prepared to wait for an hour or more. Once inside, the interior is very unique as it's like you're inside the Tsukiji fish market. It's cramped seating and you're likely to be seated next to strangers, but it's part of the charm. The broth is unique since it's fish-based rather than pork based. They have a mazeman option without broth and they also have a vegetarian option as well. The broth is still rich but not heavy. I'd recommend the shoyu (for the traditional option). There is one bathroom in the back. Credit cards accepted. read more

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The restaurant was recommended by a friend that previously visited Paris. I was told about ramen and sardines and wanted to try it out! There is a QR code on the front window to reserve your spot on the wait list. We were estimated a wait time of 15 minutes, but we did not get seated until 35 minutes later. The restaurant is set up like a fish market and there is not much personal space. There is bench seating and we were seated with another group of diners. We started with the Kodawari Gyoza and Namero Don. The gyoza was a bit different from what we have in the US but it was good and had some good spice to it. The Namero Don was also a good starter and was something I haven't tried before. I ordered the Sardine Bomb Ramen which came with fillets of sardine, pork, and an egg. The broth was strong and the sardine seemed to be too much for me. If you love sardines, this would be the bowl for you! Overall, this place hit the spot for my ramen fix, but I would come by to try the other dishes. If you like sitting up close and personal with others, this would be your place! read more

Kodawari Ramen is a super unique ramen spot in terms of both ambiance/aesthetic and dishes - I have never been anywhere quite like it. The inside is decorated to make you feel like you are in a Japanese fish market - and they have it down! From the fake fish in Styrofoam boxes to the backtrack recording of an actual fishmarket, kodawari transports you from france to japan. The servers are extremely fun and friendly. The flavors of ramen were nothing I had ever tried before - I had the lobster gravy ramen. It was a dry/non-soup ramen covered in a thick and creamy sauce with a unique umami flavor to it. It was also the cheapest lobster ramen I have ever had (in comparison to the US that is). I loved how different it was to anything I had had before. Definitely a cool and yummy experience! read more

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Ramen shop with broth made from sardines and sea bream. The interior was decorated like a fish market. The service is very efficient with orders taken, ramen being served and then you bring your rocket to the counter to pay. The ramen broth was very rich and flavourful. read more

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A long line outside all the time. From 11:30 to 23:00. Curious so I tried it. Not hard to get reservation via virtual line. Friendly staff and novel and fun.foos isn't bad. Their ramen is very fishy and salty for my taste but good read more

My mother and I came to Paris for a girls trip and Kodawari Ramen was on the top of her list to eat at. It did not disappoint! The atmosphere was authentic and we felt like we were at an Asian street market. Our server was attentive, pleasant, and cheerful. The food was quick to come out and was delicious. We will definitely be back. read more

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The restaurant is setup like a fish market with table benches and people squeezing through tight spaces. In the spirit of being packed like a sardine in a small table with barely any elbow room, I ordered the sardine bomb, and it was...forgettable. I must admit: my partner's ramen was actually very delicious. Still, during the night that we dined, the service was incredibly slow (even for Paris standards). Since we were so physically close to other people, it was noticeable when couples around us waited 30+ minutes just to order. It was a very uncomfortable dining experience and I would not return to this location, though ramen lovers should try it at least once. read more

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Food was great.. service was prompt. I would recommend to line up first. Ready to wait for an hour or so... place is decorated like fish market including sounds.. minus the smell. Friendly service too. read more

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Super busy because it is super cute with good tasting food. Scan the QR code on restaurant window to put yourself in queue for seating. We had the edamame, cucumber and gyoza appetizer.!Gyoza diff then I had before- edges not pinched together which makes it hard to eat. We cut in half with spoon and ate off of spoon. This alone with the other apps is a meal. Two of us hat the classic with chef add on. Super yummy- my husband said too fishy but to me, perfect! We shared the desserts. I preferred then coffee ice-cream praline one vs the trompe-l'œil clam one. Worth the wait! read more

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The place was cozy and very intimate. I loved that I could sit at the bar and watch the chefs prepare. So much attention to detail was given to the food and presentation. The drinks were really refreshing and light. Pairs well with the ramen that was full of flavor. Noodles were chewy and had a good bite to it, cooked perfectly. Me and a friend shared one bowl and it was just the right amt for a light bite. So good for a cold day. I highly recommend it. The service was awesome, our server was very attentive and super nice. read more

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My girlfriend and I tried both kodawari ramen. This one specializes in seafood ramen as opposed to meat based broth. My girlfriend thought the seafood one had better flavoring. Admittedly the ingredients were very fresh, but the meat broth is jus more to my liking. The seafood themed one also has an extremely fishy smell. Broth is super light while still keeping a very flavorful umami. Very important to note they use this app called skeepit that has a radius of 3 miles. If you are able to download it early and get into the virtual que it'll save you a lot of time and headache. The wait is also pretty long (in the hours duration). Ramen is pretty authentic especially for France. It's on par with a relatively decent ramen in Japan I think. Worth the visit if you're looking for Michelin places in France. Highly recommend you doing the chef recommendations for the ramen. read more

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Wow! Who would have thought you would find a great ramen in Paris, France! It was a small place but the ramen was tasty. Service was a tad bit slow and we had to flag our wait staff down to get out our check. But overall it was good. read more

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sea bream paitan ramen vs sardine bomb miso ramen both unique flavor, thick, a bit oily but otherwise hearty and lots of wavy noodle. added protein and egg great. awesome unique tsukiji fish market decor read more

I waited 45 minutes to an hour to try this sardine ramen today around 3 PM. Overall, it was a unique and tasty experience but a tad too salty for my liking. The small, cramped interior is made to look and feel like you're at Japan's fish market. From (fake?) fresh fish decor to speakers playing the sounds of a busy live fish market, it definitely felt like I was in Japan. Shared tables can fit up to 6 people each. I tried the classic ramen and added an egg. Overall, a pretty unique ramen experience. Just expect to wait. read more

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Came here with my fiancé during our trip to Paris and wow we were not disappointed! There was a line to get in but it was definitely worth the hype. You scan the barcode at the front of the restaurant and get in a virtual queue. The wait was actually really short despite how popular the restaurant was. As for the ramen, it was some of the best ramen we've ever had - and we loved how unique the flavors were. All the ramen here has some element of seafood and had so much umami. The interior was simply so delightful. Once we walked in we felt like we had been transported into a Japanese fish market as they made such an effort to make it look like one. It was one of the coolest dining experiences we ever had. The staff was so nice as well. Though we didn't speak French, they were so accommodating and spoke English with us and also provided an English menu. If we ever come back to Paris, we'd definitely come back to eat their ramen again! read more

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Hmmm... why would one come to Paris to eat ramen? Coz I was sick... This place, is almost worth getting sick for. It's a tiny little place with raw fish sitting around you and you have to sit literally elbow to elbow to the next person. I ordered the lobster noodle and my wife ordered the summer cold noodle with egg plants. The flavor... exploded in our mouths... like... beyond amazing... it's really more, the spirit in the place is wonderfully amazing and the flavor of its food is indescribable! I love French food but this is... very very special! You must try! read more

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Love the experience and the food. Can't believe I went to Paris and our best meal was Japanese but the quality of the ingredients and preparation are top notch and worth the wait. Also the atmosphere they have created there transports you to the alleys of Tokyo...very fun and delicious experience not to be missed if you love ramen. read more

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YES! Or I should say Oui! It has been a very long time since I had ramen this good. We came in earlier today for dinner and we're not disappointed. I was worried we wouldn't get seated with a baby but the staff was beyond accommodating. They really went out of their way to make us comfortable. To start we ordered edamame, kirin beer, and a margarita. The margarita was surprisingly good. My kirin beer was great as well. The edamame hit the spot. The ramen was top notch! The portions are just right. A little light on meat but the broth is the best. We also ordered a rice pudding crème brûlée that is all made in house. While it is a little strange, it was tasty. Food is great! Service and value is great. This place fills up quick around dinner so if you have a baby like us come a bit earlier! read more

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Wasn't sure what to expect when I went in, but it turned out to be the most unique ramen experience I've ever had! We arrived around 5PM on a weekday and there wasn't a wait... but 30 minutes later, there definitely was. I think there are two really cool things about this restaurant. 1) The inside atmosphere makes you feel like you're at a fish market in a good way. There's real fish at the side of your table. There's equipment hanging above you. There's audio of merchants trying to sell things in the background. Everything is clean and well kept. Kind of gets you in the mood for the food. 2) Every ramen on the menu is fish based! All the ramen I've had before are pork/chicken so this was an amazing change. The fish is very delicate and the flavors complement each other well. Would recommend it for those wanting to try something new by the Lourve! read more

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It was recommended by a friend so I had to try it. Wait is long, long, long I would say more that 51 mins where we originally joined the list. Yes. It's elbow to elbow with other customers like what other Yelpers are saying. Gyoza is made special, nothing like other restaurant prepares gyoza that way. I tried the bomb sardines as chef recommendations and it was too salty. I have never tasted a ramen this salty. Anyways, when I was paying I mentioned it to one of the servers and told me that I should have told them so they can give me more broth cuz Japanese wanted theirs salty. Hmmmm, don't think so! I've been to different Japanese place but salt is not in their menu. For the wait, the food and the ambiance it's not for me. There's more line going to the bathroom. I regretted to wait that long where I can get better ramen back in the US. What can I say, experience is a good teacher. read more

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Ramen was great, had the classic. Chicken rice app was really good, pork belly app was also delicious however slightly on the salty side. The sake mojito was fantastic and the sesame dessert was amazing. Desserts change frequently. Service was fantastic. Small place, great vibes, we sat at a large table with many other guests. Long wait, recommend making a reservation prior to arrival ! read more

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Amazing place for ramen. Feels as authentic as Japan. The decor of the place is really funny and emerges you in Tsukiji market. Quick service but the place is a bit narrow and loud. Also, don't be afraid to quite for a long time. No booking read more

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Wow and wow! Highly recommended if you are ever remotely near by. There can be up to an hour line outside-- and for good reason.. The ramen here is amazing! Ordered the salt bomb sardine ramen, which was super delicious (and salty as well). It had a good richness, noodles were the right firmness. It was one of the more unique ramens I've had in recent memory, and totally not expected in the middle of Paris. Once you get past the long line (or avoid by going early), the place inside is overall very cozy, and it really transports you to Tsukiji fish market in Japan with all of their decor. Service was friendly and ramen came out pretty fast. read more

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One of the best dining experiences I had in Paris. This Ramen restaurant focuses on authentic ramen. Noodles and sauces made with authentic ingredients imported from Japan. Seating is shared with multiple parties. We enjoyed the Sashimi, edamame, and chicken ramen. Add the egg. It was also fun trying Japanese cocktails. The restaurant is popular, we went at 4 before a line started. Great service. Decor is like a fish market. read more

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One of the top 2 ramen shops I've tried outside of Japan. Would come back in a heartbeat. Heard about this place from a friend of a friend who said this was one of the top ramen places in Paris. Came by first on a Sunday evening at 7:30pm and the line was about 25 people outside, so we ended up going elsewhere that night. Next day we came at 6pm, at which point there were only a couple people in line so we got seated within 10 minutes. The staff was cordial and friendly, once greeted and seated we were presented menus right away. Since it was pretty busy you'd have to flag them down to order, after which the food came pretty quickly within 10-15 minutes. Our server checked in a couple times while we were eating too and asked if we wanted dessert or additional drinks after we'd finished our ramen. Now let's talk ramen--we got "our classic" sardine shoyu ramen €13.5 and the "creamy and rich" sea bream paitan ramen. This wasn't your momma's traditional shoyu that you may normally get--the broth had a clear cut sardine flavor, the personification of sea water meeting umami in a savory broth. First sip of the broth and my reaction was O_O WOW. The sea bream ramen €13.5, a richer broth with a mellow balanced flavor, traversed the line between creamy and drinkable in a good way; you could taste the fish base yet the creaminess was more delicate than the sardine flavor of the shoyu broth. Enough to make you keep coming back for another spoonful. I was also impressed that both broths were super flavorful without being too overly salty like so many US ramen spots where I'm searching for a huge glass of water afterwards. It gets better. The noodles were next level. Perfect texture, bounciness/springiness and chew. (Ugh. Dying a little inside right now bc this place is so far away and I can't go grab a bowl right now =( ) the marinated sardines were delicious. The chashyu was one of the best I've ever had--super flavorful and tender, yet managing to hold together in the broth. The sea bream slices were fresh, cooked just right, and paired well with the broth. The tamago (added as an extra) had a perfectly soft yolk. There's a little blurb on their menu saying how they grow, mill and make they own ramen noodles in house with wheat from Champagne area in France, and how their chashyu pork is Iberico Pata Negra Cebo de Campo sourced from Spain, and how their ramen flavors and techniques follow Japanese ramen "DNA". Yes, yes and YES!!! The ingredients are unabashedly a mix of local and Japanese sources and the result is a successful marriage of flavors and textures that defines ramen innovation while staying true to it's core. As you can see from the pictures, the other interesting thing about the shop is the decor. They've managed to recreate a scene directly out of a seafood shop at Tsukiji fish market in Tokyo, complete with boxes of fish, lobsters, clams, etc harvests from the ocean lined up in the aisles, scales, hooks, gloves, a portable radio, a rice cooker--if you could find it in a seafood purveyor at a fish market, you can see it in the decor of the restaurant. There was a giant (plastic) tuna sitting attached atop the middle of the table where we were seated. They even went as far as to recreate a sewer cover on the floor of the restaurant in the same style as in Tokyo. And the bathrooms are no exception--they look straight out of a back alley between the fish market shops (speaking from experience in Tsukiji!). Straight up amazing the level of detail they put into recreating the ambiance. read more

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I get that in Paris you are supposed to take your time and enjoy your meal but the servers at Kodawari Ramen took it to another level. I guess their motto is the same as the song "Baby, It's Cold Outside" as they did not want us to leave. We tried multiple times trying to flag a server down and when we finally got our itemized bill we had to wait another eternity for them to swipe our card (apparently they only have one credit card machine for the entire restaurant). Unfortunately, these servers will straight up look at you and ignore you like you're one of those people trying to get you to sign their petition and 'donate' money to their cause. Ramen was good. Skip out on the chicken. You're not missing much. read more

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Amazing place, great ambiance Food is flavorful and has a great replication of ramen in Japan read more

Spectacular experience. Ambience captures a fish market, feels like an immersive experience. And the food matches the expectation. Our service was fast, very friendly waitress that advised with the person I was eating with dislike of a strong fish place when the menu is very heavily fish centered. Extraordinary ramen. Soupy, fatty, great remedy for the cold I currently have. Best ramen I have ever had. read more

The ramen was one of the best I've had in a while. The decor itself was very cute and on theme with the fish market vibe they were going for. Though the seats were a little cramped so it's a bit uncomfortable to eat but otherwise it was great. The food took a reasonable amount to time to get ready. read more

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My last night in Paris before heading home for thanksgiving, I've been in Strasbourg all day since 10am it's now 10pm,and dead tired too think about getting on another train for food. My Airbnb is located in the 2nd where a new little Tokyo is emerging. After noticing a ramen restaurant just 2 blocks away with long lines every night I thought why not!? Wow was I was in for a surprise! As I opened the door with with hunger and excitement (and a tad of nervousness because LA has some of the best ramen outside of Japan) I was immediately transported to the early morning fish markets of Japan! The sights, sounds (they even went as far as to play recordings of a real life fish market auction action) and all other senses were completely immersed with Japanese culture. One step outside the door you're in Paris. The next step inside you are in Osaka or Tokyo! The service is great, the food is spot on, the noodles are cooked to perfection, and the broth has an authentic deep home cooked flavor that can only be explained once you arrive. Every detail is meticulously thought out down to the server uniforms. If you are in Paris and craving Ramen, take the 3 or 7 ...and enjoy the most authentic Japanese ramen experience outside of Japan in the heart of Paris! read more

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Definitely a cool place. Interior is designed like a Japanese fish market, and there are even speakers that play sounds to simulate this. I'm a moderate fan of seafood, and the seafood ramen was much too fishy for me. read more

Interior was really cool, but we did not enjoy the fish broth. Would not recommend this place. Really salty.

I loved everything about this restaurant. The ambience is a Japanese seafood market and the ramen very impressive. We walked passed this restaurant on our way to lunch and saw a long line out the door. We decided to try it the next day to see what all the hype was about. We came about 10 minutes before opening and were 6th in line. The gyoza was deconstructed, but delicious. The sardine shoyu ramen was a light broth, but overall good. My favorite was the paitan de daurade royale (the chef version). The broth was rich and creamy and a little spicy. Worth the extra cost for the added ingredients (tamago and chashu). Our total came out to 39.50. A great price for two. Highly recommend checking this place out if you are in the mood for ramen. read more

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This is an unforgettable, truly unique experience in Paris. I've been going to Tokyo once/twice a year before the pandemic and have been itching to go back. If you've been to Tsukiji, the original fish market in Tokyo, you'll know Kodawari did a great job decorating this restaurant to the tee. Everything from the sound to the staff outfit mirror the Tsukiji experience. While you slurp on ramen, background noise is the sound of an actual fish auction. And in true Japan fashion, there are plenty of life-like wax replica fish and other seafood. The fish-based broth is a nice change from the typical pork/chicken-based ramen. The line seems intimidating but moves quickly. I highly recommend adding this stop to your Paris itinerary. read more

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Very few vegan options. Just one vegan ramen on menu. The staff said it comes with a salty broth, but the broth was basically salt. It was some kind of pesto broth, I'm still not sure what it was, but super salty. Plus they try to be fancy with it, with salad and edible flowers as toppings, it doesn't help. I just wanted plain ramen. The noodles was VERY GOOD though. I think they make their own noodles. They also have a cucumber salad which is vegan. It was heavy on ginger, but I liked it. Service was a bit slow. The place was packed. But I really liked how they had it set up. It looks like you walked into a ramen cart in a seaside town. read more

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Unforgettable Experience! I highly recommend this place if you want to try something new while in Paris. The atmosphere is amazing and you don't feel like you are in Paris. The place is decorated as one of the most popular fish markets in Tokyo - Tsukiji Market. The service is friendly. The food is really good! read more

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Was intrigued by how this restaurant only uses fish-based broth instead of the traditional pork broth, and boy we were NOT disappointed! We got the sardine bomb ramen, chef-style with the 48hr onsen egg, chashu and chicken which was wholesome and delightful. Perfect bowl of ramen on a cold fall day in Paris. Also highly recommend the Sardine Shelter appetizer that just MELTS in your mouth - I think I could've had 5 of those myself. We ordered a wakame (seaweed) appetizer but the staff misheard and delivered a bowl of edamame instead, which was still good so we were OK with it. This restaurant has a super cool Tsukiji market vibe with communal dining (so make sure you're good with sitting with strangers in super close quarters!). Prices are very reasonable for the quality you get. They don't take reservations so get there early and join the virtual waitlist via the QR code on the window (we waited about an hour but they'll text you when your table is ready). Definitely a spot we'll come back to on our next trip to Paris! read more

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