Our Story
Puchi is a French bistro founded by two brothers, Alex and Bernard.
We come from a family of restaurateurs and grew up in kitchens, learning the ropes early from our mother.
In 2019, we took over her restaurant, ARIDO, before diving into this new adventure.
Opening our own bistro felt like a natural next step, driven by one clear desire: to serve authentic French cuisine, centered around wood-fire cooking using our charcoal oven.
When we found this little restaurant, we were instantly charmed by its quiet personality.
Modest in size, but with a large terrace — it perfectly captured the spirit we wanted to share.
We named it Puchi, a Japanese word inspired by the French "petit", reflecting both the small scale of the place and our love for simple, well-crafted things.
Chihiro Yamazaki – Head Chef at Puchi
Originally from Sapporo, Japan, Chihiro Yamazaki has built her culinary journey in some of the world’s most prestigious kitchens, blending Japanese precision with French excellence.
She began her career at the Grand Hôtel Intercontinental, moved on to Restaurant L’Arc, and later led the kitchens of iconic venues such as the Opéra Garnier and Café Kitsuné.
Her rich experience across renowned establishments and diverse culinary cultures has shaped a unique and thoughtful approach to cooking.
It allows her to craft authentic French cuisine elevated by subtle, global influences.
Today, at Puchi, she fully expresses her creativity and skill through a fire-centered cuisine that’s heartfelt, inspired, and beautifully executed.
Reservation : puchi-versailles.fr
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