Hakuba (Hakuba) is a Japanese and creative-cuisine restaurant inside Cheval Blanc Paris (8 quai du Louvre) in Paris's 1st arrondissement. [1]
Overview
This Japanese table joins chef Takuya Watanabe with celebrated chef Arnaud Donckele and his pastry partner Maxime Frédéric: Watanabe ranks among the capital's handful of great Japanese masters, pouring all his passion and skill into each piece of sushi shaped to order before the guest; Donckele contributes his art of sauces, juices and broths. The decor and service match the meal, magnifying the elegance and purity of the materials, and guests may also stay at the hotel. [1]
Hakuba is located in Paris's 1st arrondissement at Cheval Blanc Paris, 8 quai du Louvre, Paris, 75001. The MICHELIN Guide lists its cuisine as Japanese and creative. The official introduction notes that chef Takuya Watanabe makes sushi on the spot, presenting his cuisine through traditional craftsmanship. [1]
Dishes & Highlights
- Sushi shaped to order before the guest
- A shellfish dashi with sweet garlic purée and green shiso coulis, plus a ramen broth as clear as it is powerful
- Desserts run by Plénitude's pastry chef Maxime Frédéric — a rarity in a Japanese restaurant and not to be missed [1]
Honors
The restaurant is listed among the starred restaurants of central Paris in the MICHELIN Guide France 2025. [2]
Practical Information
- Address: Cheval Blanc Paris, 8 quai du Louvre, Paris, 75001, France
- Hours: Tuesday to Saturday 18:30-21:30; closed Monday and Sunday
- Price: €€€€ (upscale) [1]