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Baillotte
JapaneseBistronomieFranco-JapaneseNatural Wines6th arr.Saint-Germain-des-PrésMichelin GuideSeasonal
Chef Satoshi Amitsu — honed at Georges Blanc (3★) and Auberge des Templiers (1★) — applies Japanese precision and binchotan grill mastery to a French bistronomic menu in this warmly designed Saint-Germain restaurant.
- Price
- ¥¥
- Area
- Saint-Germain-des-Prés (6th arr.)
- Since
- 2023
- Chef
- Satoshi Amitsu
Plate № 34
About
Baillotte opened in 2023 as the second address from the owners of Narro, and the name — a traditional wooden harvest basket — captures the restaurant's commitment to seasonal French produce channeled through a Japanese sensibility. Chef Satoshi Amitsu, born in Ibaraki, Japan, trained as sous-chef at Michelin-starred French tables including Auberge des Templiers (1★) and the legendary Georges Blanc (3★). His cooking is firmly French in style — beautifully composed plates of wild fish, quality meat, and market vegetables — but infused with Japanese craftsmanship: precise knife work, umami-rich condiments like shiso and miso vinaigrettes, and binchotan grilling. A Michelin Guide listing and Gault&Millau recognition (13.5/20) confirm the restaurant's standing. The natural-materials interior of limestone, ceramic, granite, and solid wood, combined with a thoughtful natural wine list curated by sommelier Thomas Legrand, makes for an exceptional overall experience. Three-course lunch menu from €38.
Why it's on Washoku Guide
- Chef Satoshi Amitsu brings star-kitchen precision from Georges Blanc (3★) to a uniquely accessible bistronomic format.
- Japanese techniques — binchotan grilling, umami-forward condiments, shiso oils — elevate classic French ingredients in surprising ways.
- One of Saint-Germain's most exciting natural wine lists, curated by sommelier Thomas Legrand with independent French producers.
- Open Sunday for lunch — a rare find in Paris's fine dining scene.
Michelin Guide listed. Three-course lunch from €38, two courses from €32. Also open Sunday lunchtime. Reservations online via restaurant website or by phone.
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Frequently asked
About Baillotte
- Is Baillotte an authentic japanese restaurant in Paris?
- Yes — Baillotte is featured in Washoku Guide because it meets our authenticity standard for japanese in Paris: a kitchen grounded in Japanese technique, ingredients and preparation consistent with Japanese practice, and a focused izakaya format.
- Where is Baillotte located?
- Baillotte is located at 16 rue du Dragon, 75006 Paris, Paris, France in the Saint-Germain-des-Prés (6th arr.) neighborhood.
- Do I need a reservation at Baillotte?
- Baillotte accepts reservations online. For an authentic izakaya experience, especially at a focused counter, booking ahead is strongly recommended.
- What is the price range at Baillotte?
- Baillotte sits in the ¥¥ price range — typical for japanese of this format in Paris.
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