Saku Vendôme
Paris
At a glance
Nestled on Rue du Mont Thabor, Saku Vendôme offers an experience that marries authentic Japanese dining with a touch of modern refinement. The restaurant presents a diverse culinary journey anchored in Japanese traditions, well-suited for those seeking an inventive take on sushi and beyond. Diners can immerse themselves in a variety of experiences at this versatile establishment, which harmoniously blends the elements of a sushi-ya, izakaya, cocktail bar, and an omakase counter.
The omakase experience is a highlight at Saku, where the chef meticulously curates a menu based on the day’s freshest ingredients. This intimate dining format offers eight seats per service, allowing patrons to engage closely with the art of sushi-making as each dish unfolds. The izakaya menu, ideal for sharing, features an array of cold and hot appetizers, showcasing exceptional ingredients and precise craftsmanship. Dishes range from sushi to tempura and signature plates that reflect the fusion of traditional and contemporary flavors.
Saku Vendôme also emphasizes pairing each creation with the perfect sake or champagne, enhancing the dining experience further. The establishment’s cocktail bar offers inventive mixology that complements the restaurant's culinary offerings, creating another dimension of enjoyment within the same vibrant space. This venue is particularly well-suited for gathering with friends to explore different facets of Japanese cuisine or for those seeking a unique solo dining adventure at the omakase counter.
With a prime location between Place Vendôme and the Tuileries, visitors have easy access via the nearby metro stations. The elegance of Saku Vendôme, combined with its dedication to high-quality ingredients and innovative menu, offers a memorable culinary journey in Paris.
Reviews
Absolutely amazing omakase experience! Very fresh fish, innovative dishes combining excellent Japanese ingredients with elements from the french cuisine, and Chef Victor has a great talent of perfect proportions for sushi between the fish slice, rice, wasabi, and soy sauce to make the most flawless bites you could ask for. Atmosphere in the restaurant is great and Thomas provided a great service, taking exceptional care of us! Thank you to the team for a wonderful birthday dinner!! We will definitely be coming back and recommending this to all our friends!
Excellent food. Very good service and ambience. The value is high, but be warned, the prices are… healthy. Eating enough to feel full? No drinks or dessert? 100€ a person. Easy. So probably better as a special night out, celebratory, not to grab a quick casual bite. That said? An excellent margarita!
Absolute one of my top 5 Japanese restaurants of all…and I have been in Japan! Owned by Japanese family you can experience the real thing! A great choice of fresh raw cuts of quality fish. Authentic food and kind service. Here was before Kinugawa in which I used to come in the past and in late years has lost the charm and became way too commerciale. But now with new owners this is just a perfect place to eat REAL JAPANESE and feel a bit like you actually went to Japan for dinner. Recommend absolutely to eat their fat tuna… also good choice of tea and sake!! I think is better to book i advance.
Amazing place. Everything was perfect. We tried the smoked eggplant, the oysters, the squid, and the salmon / tuna don. The food quality was outstanding. The flavors worked so well together. Each dish felt precise and generous. The welcome was excellent. Louise was amazing. We felt at home from the first minute. The decoration is warm and calm. We sat at the sushi bar, which felt very intimate and special. Great recommendation for a friend lunch/ diner, business lunch and especially for date night. Definitely a place to remember. I will come back for diner next time!
Exceptional experience. The entire team’s attention to detail and genuine hospitality stood out throughout the evening🤌🏼 Chef, the food quality is outstanding – premium ingredients, expertly prepared❤️ As a hospitality investor, I recognize excellence when I see it. Solid 5/5. Highly recommended
