Kei, French restaurant in 1st arrondissement, Paris, France.
Chef Kei Kobayashi presents modern French cuisine with Japanese influences, emphasizing seasonal ingredients and artistic presentation at his establishment in central Paris.
The restaurant first earned a Michelin star in 2012, maintained high standards through multiple awards, and achieved the prestigious three-star status in 2020.
Chef Kobayashi moved from Nagano to France at age 21, developing his skills in French kitchens before opening his own restaurant in 2011.
The restaurant offers tasting menus ranging from 175 to 395 euros, with reservations required well in advance due to limited seating capacity.
The signature garden salad combines smoked salmon with seasonal vegetables and whipped arugula pesto, revealing multiple layers of distinct flavors.
Location: 1st arrondissement of Paris
Inception: 2011
GPS coordinates: 48.86440,2.34210
Latest update: March 5, 2025 09:02
Paris is home to numerous fine dining establishments that range from nouvelle cuisine to classical French cooking. Many of these venues have earned Michelin stars and are located in historic buildings, luxury hotels, or distinctive locations such as the Eiffel Tower. The chefs work with regional products and apply traditional French culinary techniques. The restaurants are distributed across various arrondissements of the city, from the Marais district to the elegant streets along the Right Bank. The menus combine seasonal ingredients with technical skill, presenting both French culinary heritage and international influences. These dining establishments offer formal dining rooms, attentive service, and carefully curated wine pairings.
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