The long queue lining the alleyway opposite 184 rue Saint-Martin arouses the curiosity of the few passers-by. What's attracting the crowds? The Trois fois plus de Piment concept restaurant, where fans of ravioli come to savor dishes full of flavor, no matter if they have to wait dozens of minutes to taste the grail. As soon as you open the door, you're intoxicated by the delicate fragrance coming from the casseroles.
This Chinese restaurant with its woodsy, industrial decor offers a menu that's both simple and authentic: ravioli, noodles and soups highlight the Sichuan region and its delicate spices.
Behind this name, which will give those with delicate palates a few palpitations, lies a simple but terribly effective concept: choose the amount of spice you want in your dishes.
But for the less adventurous, it's also possible to enjoy these dishes without spices.
You can choose a level from 0 to 5. But beware: level 2 is already very spicy, and we'd rather warn you that it's at your own risk. The restaurant is also keen to point out what the most adventurous eaters can expect, with the many warning messages displayed at the entrance and on the menus.
With a short, simple menu, Trois Fois plus de piments has quickly become a Parisian must. Tasting dishes full of flavor and perfectly executed, you'll come away with a change of scenery.
We started with ravioli in Szechuan sauce and beef in sesame sauce, two tasty, fragrant starters. We had a slight preference for the ravioli, which are particularly gourmet and tasty, accompanied by a slightly sweet sauce. This must-try dish took us straight to China.
As for the dishes, the house specialty is undeniably the noodle soups: beef, pork or vegetarian, there's something for every taste. Served in a warm, flavorful broth, the various spices mingle with the thick, homemade noodles.
We tested all the dishes at level 1 and it was already quite spicy, so beware of the sensitive, you've been warned, stay at level 0. For the others, it's time for a taste buds on fire adventure!
With its strong concept, Trois plus de piments has rapidly become a benchmark for Chinese cuisine in Paris. The restaurant Deux fois plus de piments, located at 33 Rue Saint-Sébastien in the 11th arrondissement, was at the origin of this success. Since then, founder Mr. Cheng has also opened Cinq fois plus de piments, also on Rue Saint-Martin in the 3rd arrondissement.
So, are you ready to take on Paris' spiciest challenge?
Dates and Opening Time
From October 8, 2018 to November 30, 2018
Location
Three times as much chilli
184 Rue Saint-Martin
75003 Paris 3
Access
Metro Etienne Marcel - Line 4 Metro Rambuteau - Line 11
Prices
Ravioli à la sauce sichuanaise: €5.2
Soupe de nouilles végétariennes: €9.2
Soupe de nouilles au bœuf sichuanaise : €12.6
Soupe de nouilles végétariennes: €12.6
Official website
troisfoisplusdepiment.fr
