SENsation

Rating: 13
Author: Gault&Millau

32 Rue Saint-Maur, 75011 Paris, France

13/20
Chef's Restaurant

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Location: Paris
Chef: Samuel Lee
Cooking: Traditional
Style: Bistro/Brasserie, With family, With friends

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Gault&Millau's review 2026

13/20

Chef's Restaurant

This Chinese neo-bistro has established itself as a vibrant and decidedly contemporary spot. The bustling, lively atmosphere reflects a packed dining room, where a sense of camaraderie takes precedence over individual comfort without ever veering into chaos. The finely orchestrated decor seamlessly blends Chinese influences and raw materials: mottled marble, bold tilework, and inspired lighting create a subtle sense of being in a different world, far removed from any over-the-top folklore. In the kitchen, Samuel Lee Sum’s menu—drawn from his Michelin-starred background—offers a personal and ambitious take on Cantonese cuisine: the pork-and-shrimp siu mai is precise and juicy, the shrimp croquettes with Sichuan-style mayonnaise are a delightful treat, while the yellowtail sashimi with plum and almond sauce plays on balance and freshness. The dishes, meticulously executed and presented, first captivate with their visual elegance and technical precision. A generous and cohesive dining experience, driven by a distinct identity, where the energy of the venue and overall mastery take precedence over the pursuit of constant surprise.