Why PARI PARI is Miami’s Chicest New Handroll Experience

 Tucked into Wynwood’s 27th Street, this 24-seat handroll bar is already commanding the attention of serious sushi lovers. PARI PARI Founded by three lifelong friends from Paris in collaboration with acclaimed local chef Yasu Tanaka, PARI PARI reimagines the Japanese dining experience through a lens of French sophistication and Miami energy.

At PARI PARI, everything starts and ends with texture. The moment a handroll is placed before you, the omakase team leans in with a quiet but serious instruction: don’t wait — eat it now. To ensure the handroll doesn’t loose it’s crisp, you’re going to want to follow those instructions. Each bite depends on the balance between the warm, seasoned rice, the ultra-fresh fish, and, most importantly, the perfectly crisp seaweed. Wait too long, and the crunch, that fleeting moment of perfection, disappears.

It’s this kind of precision that defines PARI PARI’s approach. From its house-made sauces that elevate every roll — from bright ponzus to spicy aiolis — to the meticulous slicing of fish, every detail is designed to highlight simplicity done right. Chef Tanaka, best known for his namesake Sushi Yasu Tanaka, brings a minimalist but soulful touch to the menu. Expect sashimi starters like hamachi jalapeño with ponzu and chimichurri, salmon carpaccio with passion fruit and shiso, and tuna with negi garlic oil, each dish designed to awaken the palate before the main event.

Then come the handrolls, the heart of the experience. Whether you’re savoring a classic akami tuna cucumber or indulging in signatures like A5 wagyu aburi, toro caviar, or uni wagyu, every roll is an ode to craftsmanship. And for those who crave a little extra indulgence, a caviar bump is always within reach.The dessert menu turns to celebrated Parisian pastry chef Yann Couvreur, whose desserts are both playful and poetic. His mango, coconut, and passion fruit cake and black sesame ice cream with matcha and chocolate chip cookiebring the meal full circle — a sweet harmony of East and West.

The space itself mirrors that same duality: Tokyo minimalism meets Parisian ease. Natural textures, warm tones, and thoughtful lighting create an atmosphere that feels refined yet relaxed, whether you’re stopping in for a quick lunch or lingering at the counter for an intimate omakase session Pari Pari is the place.