Wedged between the Louvre Museum and Place Vendôme, this suitably swish establishment caters to ten diners at most, lucky (and wealthy) enough to book a seat at the handsome chestnut wood counter. Diners admire the chef’s dexterity as he meticulously prepares sushi and sashimi with textbook precision using only top-calibre produce (the fish, from Brittany or Spain, is matured to be served at the optimal moment). All the menus are "omakase", meaning the diner leaves the choice to the chef (with premium ingredients commanding higher prices). From starter to dessert, you are in for a consummate performance of virtuoso talent. Discreet, slick service. Superb sake selection.