La légende du canard 匠鸭传奇 — Restaurant in Paris

My wife and I stumbled upon La légende du canard 匠鸭传奇 during our stay in Paris, and it quickly became a favorite — we visited twice within our first three days.

Tucked just a 10-minute walk from our hotel, it offered not only convenience, but something much harder to find abroad: a real taste of home. We were originally drawn in by the idea of roast duck, but ended up ordering 酸菜鱼 (sour fish soup) and 小炒肉 （stir-fried pork with peppers). The soup arrived in a massive basin bowl, enough for two people, bursting with flavor — tangy, aromatic, and deeply comforting. The pork was tender, mildly spicy, and well-balanced.

We were so impressed that we returned two days later, this time for 蒜蓉空心菜 （kong xin cai）and 干煸鱿鱼丝(gan bian octopus). Again, the flavors were spot-on. The vegetables were fresh and tender, cooked just right, and the seasoning was rich but not overpowering. Every bite reminded us of meals back in Shanghai and home in USA. We later learned that the chef is from the mainland — and it shows in every dish.

What sets the restaurant apart isn’t just the food — it’s the feeling. The restaurant has a cozy, home-style vibe. We had a wonderful conversation with the owner, who shared stories about his background and the spirit behind the menu. Around us, there were lively tables of students, families, and travelers, all enjoying dishes that felt personal and familiar.

Also worth mentioning: very reasonable prices, especially for Paris. Most dishes were around €15–€17, which is a great value for the portion size and quality. And yes — they have cold beer to go with your meal.

If you’re looking for authentic Chinese cuisine in Paris — something soulful, flavorful, and cooked with care — this is the place. Whether it’s your first visit or your second (like us), here feels like a small slice of home across the ocean.

Highly...

We had high hopes for the Peking Duck, but the experience was a letdown on multiple fronts. The dish we received was not the whole duck as shown in the photos, but a small, pre-cut portion. To make matters worse, the duck meat did not taste fresh. The quality was not what we anticipated, and we feel the menu is misleading. Adding the point about the duck not being fresh strengthens your review significantly, as it speaks to both the quality of the food and the false...

Nos photos attestent des nombreux plats que nous avons testé… C’est un restaurant qui sert une cuisine authentique, 100% saveurs Chinoises. Pour avoir séjourné régulièrement en Chine, de nombreux restaurants de Pékin ou Shanghai ne servent pas des plats aussi bons qu’ici. Le seul bémol est la quantité de sel. Les plats sont globalement beaucoup trop salés. Le canard laqué est une heureuse découverte. Le meilleur qu’il m’a été donné de goûter en France, et de loin. Il n’égale pas les restaurants de Pékin ou Shanghai spécialistes en la matière mais s’en rapproche. Le canard est juteux tout en proposant une peau bien croustillante. Un plat signature du restaurant qu’il faut tester. Le mapo tofu se défend bien aussi. Le restaurant pourrait être rendu plus accueillant notamment en ne laissant pas les pack de boisson à l’entrée. Les tables sont aussi un peu collante ce que je n’apprécie pas beaucoup. Service de qualité. Qualité des aliments : 5* Qualité gustative : 5* Inventivité culinaire : 2* Ambiance : 3* Service : 5* Rapport...