Restaurant Shu

Rating: 8/10

Price: $$$

Restaurant Shu in Paris offers a unique culinary experience specializing in kushiage—small, deep-fried skewers of various meats and vegetables, served with dipping options like sweet hoisin-like sauce, salt, or lime.

Highlights:

Suzu Tasting Menu:

Price: 58€ for 21 courses, which is excellent value.
Standout Dishes: The nigiri and dessert were exceptional, showcasing the chef’s skill and creativity.

Kushiage:

Cooking: The skewers are delicately fried with a light, thin batter, preventing any greasiness despite the large number of skewers.
Flavor: The dipping options provide most of the flavor, focusing more on the texture of the ingredients.

Beverage Pairing:

Yuzu Cocktail: A refreshing and effective palette cleanser between courses, enhancing the dining experience.

Interesting Dish:

Green Tea Rice Soup: A peculiar yet intriguing dish that evokes nostalgic comfort, reminiscent of a sour dish for digestive comfort.

Experience:

From the moment you enter, Restaurant Shu promises an intriguing gastronomic journey. The servers are attentive and knowledgeable, guiding you through the kushiage experience. The ambiance is calm and inviting, ideal for savoring the meticulously prepared dishes and interestingly, the door to the restaurant is half sized so you need to duck in to get into the restaurant.

Recommendations:

For Kushiage Lovers: The delicate frying technique and light batter make it a must-try.
For Culinary Adventurers: The green tea rice soup offers a unique taste experience.
For Food Aesthetes: The presentation of each course is artful and appealing.