Restaurant in Paris, France
Cheap, fast, and no reservations needed.
Guo Xin Ravioli on Rue de Belleville is a no-frills neighbourhood dumpling spot in Paris's 19th arrondissement, valued for consistency and price rather than atmosphere or wine. Walk-ins are generally fine, the budget is low, and the food earns its local following. Go for the dumplings, not the room, and set expectations accordingly.
Guo Xin Ravioli is not a destination restaurant in the grand Parisian sense — and that is exactly the point. The most common mistake is arriving with fine-dining expectations. This is a neighbourhood spot on Rue de Belleville in the 19th arrondissement, one of Paris's most concentrated strips of working Chinese restaurants, and it earns its reputation through consistency and value rather than ceremony. If you are looking for a tasting menu or a curated wine list, book elsewhere. If you want well-made Chinese dumplings in an honest room at an honest price, this is a reliable call.
Visually, the setting is functional rather than designed: expect tiled surfaces, close-set tables, and the quiet industry of a kitchen that moves volume. The food is the focal point, not the decor, and regulars come for the dumplings — pan-fried, steamed, or boiled , which are the reason this address circulates among Paris's Chinese food community. Rue de Belleville rewards exploration: the block concentrates more regional Chinese cooking per metre than almost anywhere else in the city, and Guo Xin sits within that ecosystem rather than above it.
On wine, be realistic: this is not the venue for a wine program. There is no sommelier, no curated list, and no pairing philosophy. Tea and beer are the practical choices here, and they match the food more honestly than any wine would. For an explorer who treats the wine question seriously, save that energy for Arpège or Le Cinq at the Four Seasons George V, where the cellar justifies the conversation. Guo Xin is the right stop before or after a deeper evening elsewhere.
Booking is easy , walk-ins are generally viable, though weekend lunchtimes can move quickly. The 19th is not the most obvious arrondissement for first-time visitors, but it is well connected by Métro (Belleville or Pyrénées on line 11). Budget is low: this is one of the most accessible price points in Paris for a satisfying meal. For anyone building a broader Paris food itinerary, pair this with our full Paris restaurants guide and use the contrast , between Belleville's working Chinese counters and the formality of L'Ambroisie or Kei , as part of what makes Paris worth eating through systematically. Guo Xin will not define your trip, but it will add useful texture to it.
Address: 47 Rue de Belleville, 75019 Paris. Nearest Métro stops are Belleville (lines 2 and 11) and Pyrénées (line 11). No reservations required in most cases , walk-ins work. Budget accordingly for a very accessible price tier. No formal dress code; come as you are. For broader Paris planning, see our Paris hotels guide, our Paris bars guide, and our Paris experiences guide.
| Venue | Cuisine | Awards | Booking Difficulty | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guo Xin Ravioli | Easy | — | ||
| Alléno Paris au Pavillon Ledoyen | Creative | Michelin 3 Star, World's 50 Best | Unknown | — |
| Kei | Contemporary French, Modern Cuisine | Michelin 3 Star, World's 50 Best | Unknown | — |
| L'Ambroisie | French, Classic Cuisine | Michelin 3 Star, World's 50 Best | Unknown | — |
| Le Cinq - Four Seasons Hôtel George V | French, Modern Cuisine | Michelin 3 Star, World's 50 Best | Unknown | — |
| Pierre Gagnaire | French, Creative | Michelin 3 Star, World's 50 Best | Unknown | — |
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Come as you are. Guo Xin Ravioli is a casual neighbourhood spot on Rue de Belleville — jeans and a jacket are entirely appropriate. There is no dress expectation here; this is not a formal dining room.
Seating at Guo Xin Ravioli is simple and utilitarian — don't expect a dedicated bar counter in the cocktail-lounge sense. Communal or shared tables are typical for this style of Belleville dumpling spot, so solo diners and small groups tend to slot in wherever space allows.
Don't arrive expecting a composed restaurant experience. The format is fast, the focus is dumplings, and the value is the point. Located at 47 Rue de Belleville in the 19th arrondissement, it draws a local crowd rather than a tourist one — which is a reliable indicator of quality in this category.
No reservation is needed in most cases — walk-in is the standard approach here. That said, peak lunch hours on weekdays can mean a short wait, so arriving slightly before or after the 12–2pm window gives you a smoother run.
Yes, and arguably it's the ideal format for a solo visit. The no-reservation policy and casual seating mean you won't feel awkward arriving alone. A bowl of dumplings at the counter or a shared table is a practical, low-friction solo lunch in the 19th.
Specific dietary accommodation details are not documented for this venue. Given the focused, dumpling-centric menu format typical of spots like this on Rue de Belleville, options for strict vegetarians or those with gluten restrictions are likely limited — call ahead or arrive ready to ask directly.
The ravioli — dumplings — are the reason to come, and ordering those in quantity is the straightforward move. Specific dish details are not on record here, but the name of the restaurant is the clearest menu signal you need: this is not a multi-cuisine operation.
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