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Nestled in the heart of Paris at 1 Rue Pierre Leroux, Aida is a distinguished Japanese restaurant renowned for its exquisite Omakase dining experience. This Michelin-star establishment offers a unique blend of traditional Japanese cuisine with a French twist, making it a must-visit for food enthusiasts seeking high-end Japanese food in the City of Lights. With a focus on quality ingredients and meticulous presentation, Aida delivers a memorable culinary journey that captivates the senses.

Aida specializes in Omakase, where diners place their trust in the chef to curate a surprise menu that showcases the best seasonal ingredients. The intimate setting, with only eight seats around the counter, allows for a personalized dining experience. Highlights of the menu include:

Fresh seafood, including caviar and lobster, prepared with precision.

Signature dishes that reflect both Japanese and French culinary techniques.

A carefully selected wine and champagne pairing to enhance the dining experience.

Conveniently located in the 7th arrondissement of Paris, Aida is surrounded by iconic landmarks and attractions. Visitors can explore the nearby Eiffel Tower, a short walk away, or take a leisurely stroll along the Seine River. Other notable sites in the vicinity include:

The Musée d'Orsay, showcasing Impressionist masterpieces.

Les Invalides, a complex containing museums and monuments related to the military history of France.

Champs-Élysées, famous for its theaters, cafés, and luxury shops.

Whether you're a local or a traveler, Aida promises an unforgettable dining experience that combines the best of Japanese culinary artistry with the charm of Paris.

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A night that I will remember for ever.
Ok, this review will be highly biased because we had a really wonderful night, an evening that created memories that will stay with me forever.
So why? What’s so interesting here ?
Let’s get rid of the obvious first. It’s a Japanese restaurant doing Omakase (you put your trust in the chef - you have a surprise menu), he’s not the only one and actually, in a way, most Star do that (surprise menu, etc…). This is really Japanese, there’s a French influence, but it’s really a Japanese with a Japanese service and atmosphere. For instance, we were only 8 around the counter. Let me rephrase that. A Michelin star chef cooks for 8 persons a day. 8 happy few. That’s explain why it’s in the high end in terms of pricing. Especially with the ingredients that the chef uses (we had caviar for example). To be completely fair, all the small Japanese one star in Paris are expensive. Does it worth it? In this case yes it does. To complete my « training « , I went with a « nose » (a parfum creator working for the big names in Paris, I wanted to have a exchange with a expert, like I did for interior designer, etc…). To this day we are still speaking about this experience.
So why? What is the champagne ? Indeed, the chef recommended us a great champagne (low dosage 2g/l, perfect for gastronomic dinner). So may be it was the champagne ? It helped but I don’t think so. I think it’s the chef. It’s his personality and charisma. It does transpire in his cuisine. Very grounded, well balanced and ultimately extremely pleasing. We were all so excited that we ended up buying more champagne and toasting to the chef, and to all those alike him that creates memories through their cuisine. To which he answered with great class. Interestingly, he shared a little bit of his own story when asked why France. He said that when he arrived at the airport, more than 20 years ago, he smelled the air and thought « this is it, this is home ». Well, we are all lucky that the air smelled nice that day! 😉 Because now we have available a door to Japan and to a very unique Japanese.
A reference. You can go with a friend, business foodie or lover. Doesn’t matter. You’ll travel.
A top tiers one star Japanese experience

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Chef Aida makes the best Japanese omakase cuisine in Paris! The one and only !

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I love the chef here. He is super nice.
But after trying 50+ Michelin stars, sadly disappointed, I Don’t recommend this place.

The 1st hour here
Had one sesame spinach, shiitake soup and one grilled fish that’s way too salty.
Then finally the main course- A Overcooked lobster with way too much sauce and butter…
Omakase 320… not worth it.

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Although the atmosphere is great and the service was impeccable, we had to give this rating because of the quality of the food relative to the price tag attached to it. The tepankyaki (meat and rice) portion of the set menu was out of this world. But all the cold starters and remaining dishes were underwhelming. At 280 euros a head (without extras), there was nothing in this experience that seemed to justify the price. The fish was not particularly tasty and a bit chewy at times. The saffron rice was particularly average and lacked flavor .The salad, Uni and fried mushroom were not particularly interesting and could easily be done at home. Although it was obvious by his demeanor that the chef is skilled, we were patiently waiting to be wowed, and never were.

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Aida: Luxury Japanese Omakase Dining in Paris 75007

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Aida is a charming restaurant in the heart of Paris's 7th arrondissement, offering a delightful gastronomic journey that celebrates both classic and contemporary French cuisine. With a warm and intimate atmosphere, it invites diners to enjoy exquisite dishes prepared with locally sourced ingredients, all while being just a stroll away from iconic landmarks like the Eiffel Tower.

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Aida: Luxury Japanese Omakase Dining in Paris 75007

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