Old-fashioned" hot chocolate, regressive hot chocolate with marshmallows, intense and powerful in the mouth, surprising hot chocolate, even downright unusual... Whatever your definition of"best hot chocolate", you'll be able to get your hands on it in Paris.
Whether you're looking for historic tearooms, the boutiques of great pastry chefs, or little-known but irresistible addresses, set off in search of the best hot chocolate in the capital. With winter fast approaching, now more than ever is the time to discover your next favorite chocolate address, so you can endure the cold, gray days ahead.
So, are you looking for a good spot for a chocolate-filled tea-time break? We're off to discover the best spots in Paris for a gourmet break, especially when it's cold in Paris! By the way, stay tuned: this guide is updated as we post new announcements and make new discoveries. To make sure you don't miss out on any of the best hot chocolates in Paris, be sure to check back regularly.
Christmas tea time at Peninsula Paris 2024, gourmet and refined tea time
Looking for the best tea time in Paris? Let's stop at the Peninsula for tea time this Christmas 2024. To celebrate the festive season, the palace invites us to enjoy a tea time with Christmas flavors in the magnificent setting of the Lobby Restaurant. [Read more]
La Chocolaterie de William Artigue: Christmas creations and hot chocolate near Canal Saint-Martin
We're off to the Canal Saint-Martin in Paris' 10th arrondissement to discover the chocolaterie of William Artigue, a young and talented chocolatier who unveils a range of gourmet creations, from chocolates to confectionery. Trained by masters such as Patrick Roger and Jacques Genin, his atelier-boutique offers a universe combining tradition and innovation, with unique Christmas creations and divine hot chocolate to sublimate the Parisian winter. [Read more]
Christmas 2024 in Paris: chocolate bar & gourmet treats on the terrace of the Les Jardins du Marais hotel
For the festive season, the hotel Les Jardins du Marais invites you to the new season of its famous Chocolate Bar. Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, from November 22 to December 22, 2024, head for the hotel's winter terrace to share a gourmet, cocooning interlude with family and friends. You'll melt with pleasure! [Read more]
3 Christmas markets, a vegetarian raclette chalet and a hot drinks bar at the REcyclerie
From November 29, 2024, the Recyclerie will host its traditional themed Christmas markets, but will also unveil a wine and hot chocolate bar and a vegetarian fondue and raclette chalet! [Read more]
Dengo: Brazilian chocolates come to Paris
Discover Dengo, unique chocolateries offering fair-trade, sustainable and healthy Brazilian chocolate. A place dedicated to Brazil, where a passionate team shares its cocoa culture and love of chocolate. Discover our two Parisian boutiques: the Dengo boutique in the Abbesses district of the 18th arrondissement, and the one in Saint Germain des Prés in the 6th arrondissement. [Read more]
Maurice Sfez Café, Moïse Sfez's sweet and savoury coffee shop
A new year and a new address for Moïse Sfez, who opens Maurice Sfez Café in the Marais district, a sweet and savory coffee shop where you can wolf down Liège waffles and indecent egg and cheese. [Read more]
Le Tout-Paris at Cheval Blanc Paris
Le Tout-Paris, the sublime restaurant that rules the capital, wins its first Michelin star. Located on the 7ᵉ floor of the Cheval Blanc Paris, with a terrace boasting breathtaking views of the Seine and the capital's iconic monuments, you'll discover William Bequin's beautiful contemporary French cuisine, generous and well mastered. [Read more]
L'Entithé, an eco-responsible, vegetarian tearoom in Les Batignolles
Rain or shine, come and relax in Batignolles' cosiest tea room, where vegetarian cakes and savoury dishes fill your belly without compromising on indulgence! [Read more]
Pingwoo, the restaurant - coffee and flowery brunch with crunchy cat lattes
Pingwoo is the name of a charming little coffee shop worth trying out. A cafe-canteen with a weekend brunch, this flowery place offers real home-style fusion cuisine and gourmet pastries, accompanied by its famous cat lattes. [Read more]
Les Deux Magots: legendary café in Paris's Saint-Germain des Près district
At Les Deux Magots, you'll discover a place steeped in history and an ideal setting for a gourmet break on the terrace. Since 1885, this legendary café has welcomed gourmets and art lovers alike. [Read more]
LV Dream: the Café "Maxime Frédéric at Louis Vuitton" unveils its savoury menu
Maxime Frédéric at Louis Vuitton, the Café at the heart of LV Dream, has added a new savory menu, emblazoned with the Maison's famous monogram. After discovering the free exhibition of emblematic and innovative Louis Vuitton creations, continue the experience upstairs by savoring a variety of dishes imagined by the Pastry Chef, not forgetting a visit to the chocolate shop and boutique! [Read more]
Manufacture Plaq and its unique hot chocolate in Paris
Manufacture Plaq, located in the charming Rue du Nil in Paris, has something to appeal to lovers of fine artisan chocolates and those in search of exceptional hot chocolate. A chocolatier who masters original cocoa, from bean to plate, we love it. [Read more]
Quai 108 Brunch: a gourmet break near Gare Saint-Lazare
Explore the new gourmet brunch at Quai 108, the Hilton Paris Opéra's new street-side restaurant, which offers a gourmet break every weekend from 11am to 4pm, just a stone's throw from Saint-Lazare. [Read more]
Bulgari Hotel Paris launches Italian Tea Time
Close to the Champs-Élysées, the Bulgari Hotel Paris invites you to an exceptional Tea Time this autumn, orchestrated by Chefs Niko Romito and Guillaume Smagghe. With its blend of Italian elegance and savoir-faire, this gourmet experience in the Bulgari Lounge promises a delicious escapade to the flavors of la dolce vita, in the heart of the City of Light. [Read more]
Le Véro-Dodat, the authentic Brasserie-tea room in a historic covered passageway
Tucked away in the Galerie Véro-Dodat covered passageway is the Brasserie - Salon de thé of the same name: Le Véro-Dodat. With its blend of local cuisine and home-made gourmet tea, it's a great place to take a break from the past. [Read more]
Cakepart, the unique Parisian coffee shop specializing in sweet and savory cakes
Feel like going back to childhood? Head to Cakepart, in the 11th arrondissement of Paris, for a 100% sweet or savoury cake experience, full of gourmet goodness and original flavours! [Read more]
Le Chat Mallows Café, the cosy, gourmet place to cuddle cats
To meet the cutest cats in Paris's 15th arrondissement, head to Chat Mallows Café, a super-cozy cat café! Enjoy cuddles, donuts and hot feline drinks. [Read more]
L'Éclair de Génie Café, Christophe Adam's original gourmet coffee shop
Christophe Adam has opened his first new-generation Éclair de Génie Café, in the 2nd arrondissement, a new coffee shop featuring finely selected coffees, ultra-original gourmet drinks and creative pastries and delights. Something to tempt both sweet and savoury eaters. [Read more]
Le Jardin de Mademoiselle, the gourmet tea room that changes with the seasons
Fancy a snack in Wonderland? We'd like to take you to Jardin de Mademoiselle, a tea room as pretty as a heart, whose decor and menu change with the seasons. Here, you can indulge in gourmet drinks and cakes in a bright, bucolic atmosphere. [Read more]
Matthieu Carlin's sublime Tea Time at the Hôtel de Crillon
How about a divine Tea Time at the Hôtel de Crillon? Created jointly by Executive Chef Boris Campanella and Pastry Chef Matthieu Carlin, this magical and delicious afternoon tea can be enjoyed in the palace's Jardin d'Hiver from Friday to Sunday. [Read more]
Kalany Mya, the relaxing tea time at Passage du Grand Cerf
In Paris's famous Passage du Grand Cerf, Kalany Mya's is a lovely place to relax and, above all, enjoy delicious, healthy and generous cakes and hot drinks. [Read more]
Lactem, the ultra gourmet coffee shop that delights bruncheurs
Lactem is the right address to try on the Grands Boulevards side. In this warm and offbeat coffee shop, you can taste ultra-rewarding delicacies. On the program, good coffee, ultra thick cookies and a great brunch! [Read more]
The Galerie du Georges V for a treat
The George V invites us to a new culinary experience in its Galerie. For the start of the 2021 season, Chef Alan Taudon has created a new menu that pays tribute to French terroir and savoir-faire. We're back with the essential dishes of French gastronomy, creatively reworked. [Read more]
Kafé Buki in Paris: the excellent coffee shop that transports us to Japan
How about taking the time to disconnect while drinking real coffee and enjoying some delicious Japanese pastries? Follow us as we take you to Kafé Buki, an ultra-friendly, gourmet Japanese coffee shop. [Read more]
The Ritz patisserie by François Perret
Ritz Paris Le Comptoir is the name of François Perret's pastry shop and tea room at the Ritz. Head to 38 rue Cambon to discover pastry bars, pastry drinks, all kinds of madeleines and, of course, the chef's famous pastries that we love so much. [Read more]
86 Champs, Pierre Hermé's tea room on the Champs-Elysées
Pierre Hermé, Best Pastry Chef in the World, our very own Picasso of pastry, has opened the doors of his French tea room on the Champs-Elysées! This 1,000m² temple to gourmet delights boasts a terrace, a beautiful boutique and an olfactory experience area signed l'Occitane en Provence. [Read more]
Café Pavane: Manon Hévin's restaurant and tea room
Facing the Jardin du Luxembourg, Café Pavane is the first tea room from Manon Hévin, daughter of Jean-Paul Hévin. For this gourmet address, she imagined a little cocoon featuring Russian-inspired dishes and the emblematic cakes of her dad, the famous MOF chocolatier. Here, at last, is an ideal place to enjoy Jean-Paul Hévin's Cheesecake Mazaltov, Pomme de terre and Longchamp chocolat! [Read more]
Wagashi, traditional Japanese pastries at Toraya
Wagashi, namagashi, monaka, yokan, manju... If all these terms mean nothing to you, a quick trip to Toraya is a must to discover their Japanese pastries, made in the greatest tradition. [Read more]
La Chocolaterie by Cyril Lignac and Benoit Couvrand in Paris
A new gourmet address has just opened in Paris. Called La Chocolaterie, the new store was conceived by two pastry stars: Cyril Lignac and Benoit Couvrand. [Read more]
Le Jardin Sucré opens its chocolate shop and tearoom in Dampierre, Yvelines
Food lovers beware: Jardin Sucré has opened its chocolate shop and tea room in Dampierre, just a stone's throw from the château. It's a new chapter for the couple, who already delight us in Cernay-la-Ville and Paris. We're off to the former Auberge Saint-Pierre, which has come back to life with this opening. [Read more]
Discover the Château Musée et atelier Rosa Bonheur in Thomery: a haven of inspiration
We're off to discover the Château et atelier Rosa Bonheur in Thomery, where the famous artist lived for almost 40 years in Seine-et-Marne. Soak up her creative world and her passion for animals on a guided tour full of discoveries. [Read more]
With this, you'll have no more excuses for complaining about the cold! After all, you don't really need to wait until it's cold to drink a nice hot chocolate either...
