16/03/2026: Honestly, not great…
The two- and three-star reviews are totally justified. Damn, I should have read them before coming…
The only positive point was the decor and the atmosphere.
As for the rest, nothing I ate was good.
I ordered California rolls, supposedly a new item… frankly, they were awful. The rice was too soggy; you couldn't even taste the avocado and salmon inside. There was an excess of some kind of mayonnaise/American-style sauce that ruined everything.
Then, I ordered spring rolls. The worst I've ever had. They tasted like stale oil… a measly lettuce leaf and not even any spring roll sauce…
The chicken skewer was really bad too, completely squashed, nothing like the menu picture. I made the mistake of ordering white rice… and even that wasn't good…
And to top it all off, yes, I decided to punish myself, I ordered a glass of red wine… no choice of wine, it must be one of those places where they just throw everything in… horrible…
Well, the good news is, there isn't any, because I paid 27 bucks for it!
No mistake on the bill, but the experience cost me dearly!
Definitely avoid this place!
13/03/2026: Paradis 221 restaurant in Lille is a wonderful discovery for lovers of Asian cuisine. I particularly enjoyed the stir-fried beef with vegetables, which was perfectly seasoned and incredibly tender. The service was pleasant, especially thanks to Lina, a smiling waitress who took the time to advise us. The modern decor, with its red lanterns and Asian touches, creates a warm atmosphere. A friendly place where you can have a great time enjoying delicious food.