Paris · Donburi · a la carte
Kintaro
JapaneseRamenKatsudonCurryTonkatsuJapanese Canteen2nd arr.Opéra
A Japanese-run canteen serving classic home-style dishes — ramen, katsudon, tonkatsu, and curry — in an unpretentious setting near the Opéra and Paris's Japanese quarter.
- Price
- ¥
- Area
- 2nd arr. (Opéra / Quatre-Septembre)
- Owner
- Kintaro Group (Japanese ownership)
Plate № 58
About
Kintaro is part of the Kintaro Group, one of the Japanese-owned restaurant operations anchoring Paris's Little Tokyo around rue Saint-Augustin and rue Sainte-Anne. The menu covers a broad range of everyday Japanese comfort food: ramen in miso and shoyu broths, katsudon (pork cutlet over rice), tonkatsu, and Japanese-style curry. The format is a Japanese-style fast-casual canteen — unpretentious, efficient, and affordable — making it a reliable choice for anyone wanting authentic Japanese home cooking without the premium price point. Open every day of the week from late morning to evening.
Neighborhood & visiting
Kintaro sits in 2nd arr. (Opéra / Quatre-Septembre), one of Paris's neighborhoods where authentic Japanese kitchens have taken root. The house does not publish an online booking link; call ahead to secure a seat, especially on weekends. Check the posted hours before you go — traditional donburi restaurants often close between service periods.
Why it's on Washoku Guide
- One of the rare Paris restaurants combining ramen, katsudon, tonkatsu, and curry under one roof at canteen prices.
- Open seven days a week from 11:30 am — one of the most accessible Japanese spots near the Opéra.
- Japanese-owned and operated, with a menu mirroring the everyday teishoku culture of Japan's neighbourhood diners.
No reservations. Very casual; ideal for a quick, filling lunch or early dinner. Affiliated with the Kintaro Group, which also operates Happa Tei.
More authentic donburi in Paris
See all →
Other authentic cuisines in Paris
See all →
Authentic donburi in other cities
See all →
Frequently asked
About Kintaro
- Is Kintaro an authentic japanese restaurant in Paris?
- Yes — Kintaro 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 donburi format.
- Where is Kintaro located?
- Kintaro is located at 24 rue Saint-Augustin, 75002 Paris, Paris, France in the 2nd arr. (Opéra / Quatre-Septembre) neighborhood.
- Do I need a reservation at Kintaro?
- Kintaro does not publish an online reservation link. Walk-ins may be possible, but for popular donburi restaurants in Paris we recommend calling ahead.
- What is the price range at Kintaro?
- Kintaro sits in the ¥ price range — typical for japanese of this format in Paris.
Keep exploring