22/07/2026: Best Tofu is one of my favorite cheap eats in Paris. If you're looking for comforting, affordable food that actually leaves you full, this is the place.
The shop is tiny with only a few tables, so expect to wait during busy hours. You order at the counter, and the service is quick. If you don't speak French or Mandarin, I'd recommend checking the menu online before you go so you know what you'd like to order. The staff can seem rushed, but it's just because they're keeping the line moving.
Everything I've tried has been delicious, but there are three things I always recommend. The savory tofu pudding is unbelievably silky and comforting, and it's my go-to whenever I'm feeling under the weather. The pork bun is one of the best I've had in Paris. It's soft, fluffy, generously filled, and even better dipped in the black vinegar. The sticky rice with pork is another favorite, topped with seasoned pork, pork floss, and dried shrimp for tons of flavor.
As someone who grew up thinking tofu was bland and boring, I never imagined I'd be craving it. Best Tofu completely changed my mind.
It's simple, authentic, inexpensive, and one of those places I find myself coming back to again and again.
21/07/2026: A disappointing experience at Best Tofu. The vegetable bun is very good and generous, as is the sesame tofu ball. However, the tofu dishes (both savory and sweet) lack flavor, which is a shame! Furthermore, the place is noisy and not really suitable for eating in (even though there are a few tables).