Best Dishes at Hakuba
Omakase Tasting Menu - Lunch
OmakaseThe lunch omakase showcases the same technical mastery as dinner but at a lower price point. The menu flows from lighter preparations to richer courses, typically featuring 12-15 pieces highlighting different techniques. Ingredients rotate seasonally but consistently include Japanese sea bream, abalone, and squid paired with Atlantic seafood.
Omakase Tasting Menu - Dinner
OmakaseThe dinner omakase represents the full vision of the three chefs. It features 15-18 pieces including raw fish, cooked preparations, broths, and dashi-based courses. The progression emphasizes texture contrast and flavor development, with bluefin tuna, squid, and abalone featured alongside seasonal vegetables. Each guest receives a personalized menu based on dietary preferences.
Japanese Dessert Course with Mochi and Matcha
DessertThe dessert course bridges Japanese and French traditions. The selection typically includes housemade mochi with delicate fillings, matcha-based items, and hojicha tea elements, all executed with the precision and refinement of French patisserie. This course represents chef Maxime Frédéric's vision of East-West harmony.
Temaki Caviar Hand Roll
Signature DishesAn exclusive preparation available only at Hakuba. The hand roll features the craftsmanship of seasoned nori preparation, filled with luxurious caviar and complementary ingredients. Reviewers highlight this as a memorable textural and flavor experience unique to the restaurant.
Sake and Wine Pairing - Premium
DrinksThe premium pairing showcases Japanese sake selections carefully chosen to complement each course's flavors and textures. Multiple sources note this pairing as well-conceived, with the sake transitions highlighting the progression of the meal. The sommelier explains each pairing.
About Hakuba
Hakuba is a collaboration between renowned chef Arnaud Donckele of Cheval Blanc, Japanese chef Takuya Watanabe, and pastry chef Maxime Frédéric. Located within the Cheval Blanc Paris hotel, the restaurant offers an immersive omakase experience where 'I leave it to you' (omakase's literal meaning) guides the meal. Each service features ingredients from Japan and the Atlantic coast, prepared through traditional Japanese methods like kombu marinades alongside French techniques like vacuum cooking.
Top 5 dishes at Hakuba:
- Omakase Tasting Menu - Lunch – 90% recommended(Signature)
- Omakase Tasting Menu - Dinner – 92% recommended(Signature)
- Japanese Dessert Course with Mochi and Matcha – 88% recommended(Signature)
- Temaki Caviar Hand Roll – 87% recommended(Signature)
- Sake and Wine Pairing - Premium – 85% recommended
Details
- Cuisine:
- Japanese
- Price Range:
- €€€€
- Phone:
- +33 1 80 50 87 10
- Website:
- Visit Website
- Services:
- Dine-in, Reservations
Hours
- Friday:
- 12:00 PM - 9:30 PM(Open Now)
- Sunday:
- 12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
- Monday:
- 12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
- Tuesday:
- 12:00 PM - 9:30 PM
- Wednesday:
- 12:00 PM - 9:30 PM
- Thursday:
- 12:00 PM - 9:30 PM
- Saturday:
- 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Book well in advance—Hakuba accepts reservations through the Cheval Blanc concierge. This is not a walk-in destination. Plan at least 6-8 weeks ahead for preferred times.
Inform the restaurant of any dietary restrictions or preferences when booking. The chefs will customize your menu accordingly—omakase thrives on personalization.
The wine and sake pairing options are worth the investment. The sommelier's selections complement the omakase progression and add significant value to the experience.
Seating at the counter provides an intimate view of the chefs' work and direct interaction with them. Request counter seating if available when reserving.
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