A no-frills Japanese canteen on boulevard des Batignolles that quietly does its job: fresh fish, classic sushi, and a menu that won't surprise you but won't disappoint either. It's the kind of spot locals adopt as their regular — nothing flashy, just reliably decent Japanese fare at a reasonable price, especially if you snag one of those La Fourchette deals.
A humble Batignolles Japanese canteen where fresh, made-to-order sushi and La Fourchette deals keep locals coming back.
Book through La Fourchette for up to 50% off — the regular prices are fine, but the discount makes it a genuine bargain.
Solid neighborhood Japanese, especially with a discount
Yamato is the kind of Japanese restaurant you walk past a hundred times before finally stepping in — and once you do, you might just become a regular. It's a small, unassuming spot on boulevard des Batignolles with a classic Japanese menu: sushi, sashimi, maki, and the usual cooked dishes. Nothing reinvents the wheel here, but the fish is fresh and the kitchen prepares everything in front of you, which adds a nice touch of authenticity to the experience.
The reviews tell the story of a place that's solid without being spectacular. A 3.8 on Google across nearly 200 reviews means most people leave satisfied but not blown away. The Tripadvisor crowd calls it their "cantine" — high praise in Paris, where that word means a place you return to week after week. The sushi is freshly made, the quality is consistent, and you can even grab takeaway if you're in a hurry.
The real draw? The price. If you book through La Fourchette, you can sometimes get 50% off, which makes this a genuinely good deal for a neighborhood Japanese meal. Don't come expecting Michelin-level creativity or a trendy atmosphere — come for a quiet, honest dinner that won't break the bank, and consider it a win.