Hokkaido 18 sur Paris

03/07/2026: A very solid spot for soba just a short walk from Paris’s Japanese quarter. The noodles weren’t quite outstanding on my visit—they were slightly overcooked and lacked some of the firm texture I look for in good soba—but they still made for a very satisfying ten zaru soba, especially on a warm summer’s day. Be sure to ask for the sobayu (the water used to cook the noodles) at the end of your meal and mix it with the remaining dipping sauce. It’s a traditional way to finish a soba meal, creating a light, comforting broth that’s as enjoyable as the noodles themselves. Add to that the pleasant interior and attentive service, and it’s an easy place to recommend.

30/06/2026: This place is delicious, authentic, but it’s also incredibly crowded. We felt like our shoulders were practically touching our neighbors. But I will still be back because the food is so good.