At the heart of this palace lies one of the capital’s most refined addresses. A place that combines history, spectacular decor, refined Cantonese cuisine and a festive atmosphere. That’s what makes this the most beautiful – and unquestionably the best – Chinese restaurant in Paris. A true gastronomic gem, hidden away in the 16th arrondissement…
The best Chinese restaurant in Paris, in an opera setting
The name LiLi evokes an opera singer from the 1920s, the epitome of glamour, festivity and opera. Located in the sumptuous setting of The Peninsula, this restaurant – arguably the best Chinese restaurant in Paris – boasts a grandiose scenography. Marble columns, mahogany furniture, frescoes inspired by East Asian theater… every detail exudes elegance. Asian treasures tastefully staged by Studio Kompa, who redesigned the space for immediate immersion.
Here, you can taste the best Peking duck in Paris!
At the helm, Hong Kong-born chef Tak Lau Yuen creates a menu where Cantonese cuisine meets French excellence. At LiLi, each dish tells its own story, between homage to tradition and creativity. And it’s impossible to talk about LiLi without mentioning its Peking duck, the chef’s signature dish. Its crispy skin and juicy flesh make it one of the most sought-after dishes in Paris. Available breaded with garlic and chilli, in a sweet and sour sauce or stir-fried in a wok, this Chinese classic lives up to every expectation. A gastronomic must-try, confirming LiLi’s status as the best Chinese restaurant in Paris, both for its technical mastery and the finesse of its flavors.
All-you-can-eat Asian brunch: a rare experience in Paris…
The highlight of the show: a sumptuous all-you-can-eat Asian brunch. Every Saturday lunchtime, in this beautiful setting, lovers of fine dining enjoy an all-you-can-eat brunch buffet, with dishes to suit every taste. The menu features a huge range of dim sum (crab-agrume or zucchini flower-peppermint), with flavors that take the senses on a journey. Steamed bites, crispy nems, pork belly, a knockout Cantonese soup, jasmine rice & foie gras, and semi-cooked tuna with truffles also grace the buffet table.
On the sweet side, coconut pearls, poached mango flower, frosted lychee and dragon fruit dessert to share will delight lovers of exotic delights. In short, a festival of Asian delights, to be savored for€138, in what is undoubtedly the best Chinese restaurant in Paris for Bruncher. An exceptional gustatory interlude, to be enjoyed at least once in a lifetime.
In the evening, in the velvets of LiLi, the best Chinese restaurant in Paris
In the evening, LiLi is transformed. Draped in velvet and bathed in light, the space is transformed into a festive venue, without losing any of its elegance. In a musical atmosphere provided by a DJ, the best Chinese restaurant in Paris also becomes one of the most glamorous. A perfect setting for night owls and lovers of fine dining, who wish to combine culinary excellence with a magical atmosphere.
In a nutshell :
Much more than a palatial restaurant, LiLi is a veritable culinary theater. Decor, music, cuisine… everything is brought together to provide guests with an unforgettable experience. In the emblematic setting of The Peninsula Paris, Chinese opera meets haute cuisine, brunch becomes a spectacle, and French-Cantonese fusion is elevated to the level of art.
For an all-you-can-eat brunch, a lunch for two or a festive evening, head to LiLi’s for an immersion in the Middle Kingdom… without leaving Paris!
Practical information
🏮 Restaurant LiLi, The Peninsula Paris, 19 avenue Kléber, 75 116 Paris (Access to the first floor of the Peninsula)
🥢 Tuesday to Saturday? Lunch 12pm – 2.30pm. Dinner 7pm – 11pm (2 courses, Thursday to Saturday, with DJ). Brunch every Saturday, from 12pm to 2pm.
⭐ Dress code: casual chic
- Lunch menu 68€ (every day at lunch, except Saturdays)
- LiLi Brunch, €138 per person. €69 for children under 12.
- Tasting menu: 138€ per person