If you're looking for Parisian patisseries and tearooms where you can get good éclairs, you've come to the right place. The éclair, whose origins date back to the mid-19th century, is an integral part of France's culinary heritage. In fact, it's a veritable icon of French patisserie, appreciated by Parisians and the French alike, as well as by tourists visiting the capital!
Whether you're a fan oféclair au chocolat,éclair au café,éclair au caramel oréclair à la framboise, Parisian patisseries vie with each other in inventiveness to unveil creations as tasty as they are varied. From traditional recipes to more original flavors, these pastries reflect the expertise and passion of the capital's artisan pastry chefs.
As you can see, there's something for every taste and budget. So, why not take advantage of our stroll through the streets of Paris to take a tour of the capital's patisseries offering these little marvels in their windows, and devour, without batting an eyelid, a trio of competition eclairs?
Follow our guide to where to eat a good éclair in Paris!
Gonflé, Timothy Breton's delicious Paris bakery and patisserie
Say goodbye to Bara and hello to Gonflé, Timothy Breton's new bakery and patisserie in Paris's 10th arrondissement, a stone's throw from Gare du Nord. We're off to discover its delicacies. We tell you all about the redesigned and expanded offering, and the ambition to move into other locations. [Read more]
Boulangerie Pâtisserie l'Équilibre, the best in French patisserie Paris 15e
L'Équilibre is the Boulangerie Pâtisseries that everyone flocks to in Paris's 15th arrondissement. With a baker and pastry chef who is a former palace sous chef, the pastries, viennoiseries and sourdough breads are as luxurious as they are gourmet, and at a more affordable price. We love the classic, excellently executed, all in a historic boutique. [Read more]
Bopain, the 12th arrondissement bakery with incredible pastries
Bopain, freshly opened, is the neighborhood bakery-pastry shop in Paris's 12th arrondissement that combines good produce and expertise. At Bopain, there are no concessions: all bread is organic, and all viennoiseries and pastries are homemade with passion. [Read more]
Bulle, the bakery and patisserie that delights the Buttes Chaumont in Paris
Let's go and discover Bulle, the bakery and patisserie that's got pasian gourmands in a frenzy. Opened a few months ago by Jules Neyers and Eugénie Brunetière, this new spot is sure to tempt your taste buds in search of good sourdough breads, fine viennoiseries and fine pastries. [Read more]
Sain Gravilliers, a committed bakery and tearoom in Paris
Sain opens a new bakery in Paris on rue de Gravilliers in the 3rd arrondissement. And surprise, surprise, the more spacious premises also feature a tea room area for indulging. Sourdough bread, rare and forgotten ancient flours, good healthy products and sustainability are the codes of this new spot with a bohemian spirit. We tell you all about it... [Read more]
Stohrer, the oldest pastry shop in Paris still in business
Stohrer, the oldest Parisian pastry shop still in operation, has been offering delicious creations since 1730. Located at 51 rue Montorgueil in the 2nd arrondissement of Paris, this institution is open all year round. [Read more]
Jeffrey Cagnes patisserie, rue Montorgueil, Paris
Jeffrey Cagnes takes over rue Montorgueil! If you're a sweet tooth, a savory tooth or a chocolate lover, now's the time to discover the emblematic chef's patisserie in Paris's 2nd arrondissement, a stone's throw from Les Halles. [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]
The lightning of Marius, a giant lightning bolt that tells you?
The two Boulangeries Marius in the 16th and 17th districts of the capital offer an ultra regressive experience: enjoy the best cakes of our childhood in an ultra convenient éclair to take away! On the menu, about twenty flavors, each one more surprising than the other! Would you like to win a giant éclair, to share (or not)? [Read more]
Le Grand Café Fauchon, the chic bistro on Place de la Madeleine
The Maison Fauchon has opened its Grand Café Fauchon on Place de la Madeleine in its brand new Parisian hotel. Are you looking for a chic and refined bistro where you can enjoy beautiful dishes, great cocktails and the famous pastries of the house? Go and discover the place. [Read more]
L'Eclair de Génie in Paris By Christophe Adam
L'Eclair de Génie, Christophe Adam's pastry shop, exclusively dedicated to eclairs and truffles, has opened its doors in Paris. Come with us into this store that will delight both your eyes and your palate. [Read more]
A pastry that's sure to be devoured... in a flash!
