Kakou wang 小食代
Chinese restaurant — Quartier De La Salpetriere (Paris)
About
Kakou Wang is an authentic small Asian canteen located near La Salpêtrière in the vibrant heart of Paris's 13th arrondissement Asian quarter. Specializing in traditional Chinese cuisine, it is particularly renowned for its handmade dumplings – boiled or pan-fried – crafted with patience and skill. The chef, working solo in the kitchen, expertly shapes steamed buns (bao) and dumplings with subtle, well-balanced seasonings. The lunch menu offers excellent light options: pork or vegetable buns, lightly fried noodles with scallions, and caramelized chicken with braised egg. The establishment embodies the quarter's authentic spirit with generous portions and very affordable prices, attracting loyal local diners seeking sincere, flavorful cuisine.