What to Eat in Paris
The 10 BEST places to eat in Paris – eats you absolutely cannot miss (and what you can also skip!). The ultimate foodie guide here!
I’m baaaaaaaaaaaack…..with a complete guide of the absolute must-eats in Paris! And you know I ate millions of croissants for research and development.
The things I do for you guys.
1. Blé Sucré
Address: 7 Rue Antoine Vollon, 75012 Paris, France
Croissants. First and foremost.
After a 12-hour flight, losing out on 9 hours of time (and sleep), this was still my very first stop in Paris with unwashed hair, bad breath, and a giant suitcase beside me. Oh and Butters, of course.
It’s a cute little pastry shop overlooking the Square Trousseau Park, and believe me when I say this – this place has the best croissants that you can find in Paris. Grab a plain and a chocolate one, and while you’re at it, you also need a dozen of the legendary madeleines as well. Don’t worry. You’ll finish all of it on your walk back to the hotel.
2. Breizh Café
Address:109 Rue Vieille du Temple, 75003 Paris, France (closed Mondays and Tuesdays)
The caption here is true. Again, losing out on a night’s sleep, I had no substantial food (i.e. salad, protein, etc.) in the last 24 hours aside from the 8 croissants I had for lunch. Yet this chocolate crepe was the only dinner I needed my first night in France.
No regrets here.
3. L’As du Fallafel
Address: 34 Rue des Rosiers, 75004 Paris, France
Falafels, in Paris – it’s weird. I know. I thought the same exact thing. But with the line going across the block, these guys clearly know what they’re doing. The falafel-to-sauce ratio just says it all.
4. Boot Café
Address: 19 Rue du Pont aux Choux, 75003 Paris, France
A hole-in-the-wall coffee shop, this place is adorably small and cozy. Simply order a flat white, a pastry and relax outside on those cute green and yellow stools.
5. Berthillon Glacier
Address: 29-31 Rue Saint-Louis en l’Île, 75004 Paris, France
You’ve never had ice cream until you’ve had Berthillon. Seriously. I mean, I don’t know what it is but these French cows are apparently producing the milk of gods.
And don’t be fooled by the line. Suck it up, wait in the line that goes across the entire block, and get your ice cream so you can die happy.
You’re welcome.
6. Ob-La-Di
Address: 54 Rue de Saintonge, 75003 Paris, France
Hidden away on a quiet street, this hip coffee shop has the most gorgeous floors and marble counters, not to mention these toasts that are out of this world.
The avocado pomegranate chimichurri toast was absolute Christmas for breakfast, but the true star here is the date and goat cheese tartine.
7. L’Eclair de Génie
Address: 14 Rue Pavée, 75004 Paris, France (multiple locations)
When you walk in, you’ll most likely be standing there, debating how many to order. Once you nail that down, it’s almost impossible to actually figure out which flavors to order.
8. Pierre Hermé
Address: 72 Rue Bonaparte, 75006 Paris, France (multiple locations)
I stood in line for about 20 minutes here on the street. Once I finally got into the store, they told me that dogs are not allowed. When the kind employee realized I was traveling alone, she walked over in her pencil skirt and heels, grabbing Butters’ leash and waiting with him on the curb until I received my order.
So I ordered as many macarons as I could possibly eat, and a raspberry-filled croissant. You know, for safety reasons.
Honestly though – I don’t know which one I liked more. Sophie’s choice, guys.
9. Angelina
Address: 226 Rue de Rivoli, 75001 Paris, France (multiple locations)
I don’t like chocolate. I don’t like hot chocolate.
But I can drink Angelina’s hot chocolate anytime, anywhere.
Located right across the street from The Louvre, this place is great to sit down, refuel and grab a light lunch, just to finish it off with a piping hot cup of hot chocolate.
10. Ladurée
Address: 75 Av. des Champs-Élysées, 75008 Paris, France (multiple locations)
The question is – which do you visit – Pierre Hermé or Ladurée?
Honestly, you can’t go wrong with either. If you have the time, visit both to compare and contrast. If you don’t have time, pick one that’s closest to you.
But I will say this – Laduree does have prettier boxes for gifting purposes, which are also cute to keep later on for organization. But that’s just me.
Again, you can’t lose with either option!
No pictures of Butters in Paris?!? My corgi, Buddy and I are so jealous! Thanks for the tips for when we go.
Hi I love you and Butters and your recipes!
What area did you stay in, hotel or air bob? I guess you walk off your calories, I like your shoes in your pictures. Thanks
Loren
I stayed at a few places but Park Hyatt was my favorite. It is a beautiful hotel at an amazing location next to the Louvre!
I’m saving this for my trip next Spring. Everything looks delish!
Can you do a post on your favourite restaurants for lunch / dinner?
If I can make it to Paris again, yes, absolutely! 🙂
Did I just cross-check my saved AirBnBs against this list?….maybe… I have to narrow it down somehow!
Leaving for my trip on Tuesday!! I have noted everything you have listed here. Can’t wait to stuff my face
Re: #4 What the heck is a” flat white “?
A flat white is an espresso based coffee beverage. The beverage is prepared by pouring microfoam (steamed milk consisting of small, fine bubbles with a glossy or velvety consistency) over a single or double shot of espresso.
Parisian native, live now on central Pennsylvania. First stop off the plane when returning to Paris is to the closest Boulangerie. I am taking my wife and daughter next month – and a healthy supply of insulin.
This makes me miss Paris so much! I lived a short block away from Ble Sucre for four months while studying abroad. I went to almost every place on this list as well! 🙂 Great choices!
mmmm… It all looks so good. I’m going to have to go hunt for some macaroons now even though I’m not in Paris 😉
Angelina’s! That was my most favorite place when I went to Paris 8 years ago. Definitely a go-to the next time I have a chance to visit again.
Thanks! I’m saving this for later!
I’m leaving for Paris on Friday! What perfect timing 🙂
Forget you!….after this presentation, had to clean my clean my computer screen after each picture!
I could never go to Paris because I would be so fat coming home the air fare would double!…Good to hear you and Butter had so much fun!!!!.
Born in Europe, live in Houston texas, Americans just don’t know how to make real pastries like the europeans.
Where are the ones that you skip?
In my opinion, you can skip either Ladurée or Pierre Hermé – I don’t think you need to visit both places unless you have ample time in Paris.
I wish I had had this list when I visited Paris! Now I am prepared for a return trip! Thanks!
AMAZING-pinning for if/when I ever get to Paris!
That Falafel place looks like a hidden gem! Would love to try that out
Ahhh! Leaving for Paris on Monday, this is just what I needed! Thanks!!
P.S. Love your recipes!
L’as du Fallafel is the best! I have yet to find anywhere else in the world a falafel as good. And every time I’m in NYC, I have to go to Laduree to remind me of Paris. I’ve done my own taste test of macarons and nothing beats Laduree, in my opinion.
Looks like you had a wonderful trip!