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We come often and it's always packed, so be sure to book on weekends. The rice is unlimited, which is rare in Paris. The chicken with tripe and taro (you have to book) is really worth it; the taro is incredibly tender. The rabbit is good and boneless, perfect if you like spicy food. The new duck is also excellent, ideal with a drink.

Always a pleasure to come back to DAO! When we’re busy, cooking is simply not an option, so we gather here for a real Sichuan dinner with friends. Even on a rainy Paris day, the window-side table felt warm and cozy. The shuizhuyu is huge and impressive: ultra-tender fish, generous Sichuan pepper and chili, nicely spicy without being overwhelmingly numbing. The tofu with beef is silky and full of flavor. The sautéed green beans are perfectly cooked, dry-fried and very savory. Special mention for the new “can yi kan ya” with its cumin barbecue flavor, perfect for sharing. And the freshly fried brown sugar pumpkin cakes are amazing. A reliable go-to spot in Paris 13!

This is a fantastic Sichuan restaurant in Paris, with a great ambiance and delicious food, but you absolutely must make a reservation in advance, especially during dinner time.

The brightly festive poached fish in chili broth was exceptionally tender, while the beef with silky tofu was richly aromatic and perfect with rice. The refreshing mushroom and spinach provided a light contrast, and the classic yet deeply satisfying dry-fried green beans were full of flavor. The house specialty, “Kenken Duck,” which combines duck neck, chicken wings, pork ribs, and sweet potato fries, brought together a delightful mix of textures and flavors, making the New Year’s Eve dinner truly abundant and joyful. On a slightly chilly evening, the predominantly spicy dishes paired perfectly with refreshing hibiscus tea and aloe vera juice, which helped cleanse the palate. The warm, soft pumpkin rice cakes with brown sugar syrup were also a pleasant surprise. This restaurant, Dao Restaurant (55 Bd Saint-Marcel, 75013 Paris), comes highly recommended for seasoned lovers of spicy food—the heat is authentic and natural, with fragrance taking precedence over pure spiciness. A classic choice for festive occasions and gatherings with close friends.

This is a classic Sichuan restaurant I've been coming to since it opened. This time, I tried their new dish, "Knife-a-Duck." More like a Sichuan-style dry pot than a cold braised duck, it uses duck gizzards, wings, chicken feet, and spare ribs, stir-fried with 32 kinds of spices. The first bite isn't pungent; instead, the spices slowly unfold, becoming increasingly addictive with each bite—perfect with drinks or rice. The other dishes were consistently delicious, living up to its reputation as a classic Sichuan restaurant in Paris: **Boiled Fish:** Fresh, boneless sea bass slices, cut to the perfect thickness. The first bite is fresh and tender, not overwhelmed by oil and spiciness. It's fragrant but not too spicy, and won't irritate the stomach. **Tofu and Beef Slices:** The tofu is sliced ​​very thinly, almost melting in your mouth, and the beef slices are also very tender. The overall texture is very smooth, not too oily, a very pleasant dish. **Dry-Fried Green Beans:** This is a must-order every time. The green beans are dry and fragrant but not oily, paired with minced beef, and have a great wok hei (wok aroma). Simple yet foolproof. The desserts and main courses were a pleasant surprise! I originally wanted to order the Red Jade Pumpkin, but it was sold out, which was a bit of a disappointment. I changed my mind and ordered the Brown Sugar Pumpkin Cakes instead, and they were a delightful surprise! The pumpkin cakes had a soft, chewy texture and were coated with white sesame seeds—every bite was fragrant! For our main course, we also ordered Chongqing-style noodles, which were very authentic. And the fact that they serve rice with every main course ordered per person is incredibly generous for a Chinese restaurant in Paris! Highly recommended!

This is my favorite Chinese restaurant in the neighborhood. The portions are impressive, especially the fish in chili oil and their new spicy fried duck dish. I really appreciate that they use beef (not pork) in their green beans and noodles—it's a real plus! The spinach and oyster mushroom salad adds a perfect touch of freshness amidst the spicy dishes. Don't leave without trying the pumpkin cakes with brown sugar for dessert. Warm service and a perfect atmosphere to celebrate the New Year!

The best Sichuan food in Paris, hands down! Whenever my friends crave Sichuan food, this is always my first choice! The Braised Pork Intestine and Taro Chicken needs to be ordered in advance. The taro is soft and chewy, so delicious! The pork intestine is also cooked to perfection, incredibly fragrant! The Sichuan Pepper Rabbit is numbing, spicy, fresh, and fragrant! It's super delicious and goes perfectly with rice. The Dry-Fried Green Beans are crispy and not too spicy, so even those who don't eat spicy food can enjoy them. The "Gnawing on Duck" pot features four kinds of ingredients: duck feet, ribs, duck neck, and duck wings—perfect with a beer! So refreshing!

This is a really delicious Sichuan restaurant. I especially recommend their "Kenken Duck" and "Fatty Intestine and Taro Chicken"—they're incredibly tasty! They also offer unlimited rice refills, so you can eat as much as you like!

The dishes remained consistent, and the new "gnawing duck" dish was quite interesting.

Daodao is a regular customer [laughing emoji]! Tried the new dishes and they were delicious! 🦆 First time trying their spicy duck parts! "Knife-a-Duck"—such a cute name, haha! The spicy dry pot had lots of ribs, duck necks, chicken feet, and sweet potato fries—perfect for chatting and gossiping while eating, haha! So spicy it was hilarious (because we can't handle spice, haha, but the gossip was so exciting! The more we ate with the duck necks, the more amazing it became, haha!) 🐟 Jiangjin peppercorn fish—my absolute favorite! It uses green peppercorns, so the texture is amazing! The fish slices are tender and incredibly flavorful [party emoji]. I hope the owner will add this dish to their delivery service soon, haha! Every time I order, they only have Qingting fish, so sad 😭 Kung Pao shrimp balls and Sichuan-style sweet and sour pork ribs are a must-order, I order them every time. I also like the brown sugar pumpkin cakes—I like to add extra sugar! Next time I'll try the golden date one!