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.

Let's face it, there's no shortage of Japanese restaurants in Paris, but not all of them are worth the detour. If you don't want to be disappointed and experience a true gourmet immersion in the Land of the Rising Sun, then head for one of the capital's must-visit addresses: Kifuné.

This small traditional restaurant, with its carved wooden front, opened its doors a stone's throw from Porte Maillot, in the 17th arrondissement, 30 years ago.

Since then, Kifuné has become a popular spot not only for lovers of Japanese flavors, but also for the Japanese themselves.

Sake-marinated clams

It has to be said that everything is there to ensure you have a pleasant and delicious time. First, there's the welcome in Japanese, then the waitresses in traditional kimono and geta, who crowd into the room, always with a smile.

In the dining room, there are a number of seating options, either in the main dining room, or in the small, popular nook, or at the bar, where you can watch the chef at work, meticulously cutting up the fish. For us, it'll be the bar, nothing better than the good smells and the parade of plates in front of our eyes to make our mouths water.

On the plate, Kifuné focuses on diversity, with the inevitable fresh sushi and sashimi, with salmon, fatty tuna or eel, as well as agemonos, yakimonos and nimonos.

Shrimp Tempura

For our part, we opted for traditional dishes like the incredible plate of marinated clams with sake. A must-try! Another popular starter that evening was fried eggplant with miso.

The tasting continues with generous shrimp tempura, followed by chicken fritters.

For the rest, Kifuné also offers dishes based on nattō, but also octopus and cuttlefish, or bonito tataki.

Last but not least, Kifuné doesn't forget the sweet tooth, with its unmissable and very tasty mochis. Several flavors are available: yuzu, red beans or chocolate.

Chocolate mochi

The best part? A wide selection of sakes to delight even the most discerning palates!

Fresh, gourmet and authentic, Kifuné 's dishes totally seduced our taste buds, revealing incredible, intoxicating flavors. On the other hand, we strongly advise you to book in advance.

Please note that it's been over 4 years since our last visit, so the place and experience may have changed.