When it comes tothe festive season, Paris is more than ever the City of Light! Between the illuminations of its iconic streets, the animated windows of its department stores, the magical strolls and the hot exhibitions, everyone is busy making this Christmas a magical moment. And what better way to cope with the cold than with some comforting addresses? There's no better way to warm hearts and stomachs duringwinter in Paris.
This festive season is all about comfort food and delicacies. For the occasion, cocooning terraces, bars, restaurants and ephemeral chalets spring up in the four corners of the capital to treat Parisians for a day and always. Raclette parties, hot chocolate and mulled wine are just some of the tempting spots that will be popping up this winter to the delight of gourmands!
All that's left is for you to choose your favorite spots and concoct a gourmet program for this winter in Paris. By the way, stay tuned: this guide is updated as announcements and discoveries are made!
Ora Farmhouse's Christmas Guinguette: the cozy Buttes-Chaumont spot for a balmy winter
Ora Farmhouse's Guinguette is the Buttes-Chaumont's gourmet refuge this winter. Until the end of February 2025, you can enjoy crêpes, hot chocolate and spiced wine under garlands of lights. A cosy stopover ideal for warming up your weekends and Christmas vacations. [Read more]
Christmas 2024 in Paris: visit the Café éphémère Dior at 30 Montaigne for couture festivities
Dior's ephemeral café transforms the Jardin d'Hiver at 30 Montaigne into a fairytale setting for the festive season. Until January 5, 2025, this gourmet Christmas pop-up welcomes you on Saturdays and Sundays, in a couture-enchanted setting for a chic break you won't want to miss! [Read more]
Dream bubble: the winter terrace of Restaurant George atop the Centre Pompidou
An XXL Bubble of Dreams has landed on the Georges terrace atop the Centre Pompidou. To coincide with the Surrealism exhibition, this ephemeral bar celebrates art and festivities with creative cocktails, sweets inspired by the work of Magritte and a breathtaking view of Paris. Open until January 13, 2025! [Read more]
The Eiffel Tower's winter terrace for Christmas 2024: treats and Santa Claus overlooking Paris
As it does every year, the Eiffel Tower invites you to a magical Christmas from 57 meters above ground, aboard its marvellous winter terrace. From November 29, 2024, the second floor of the Iron Lady will host sparkling Christmas trees, a transparent dome, Santa Claus and gourmet treats: everything you need to celebrate the holidays in style, with a breathtaking view over Paris! [Read more]
Polpo Nord: gourmet winter terrace with gondola and curling rink on the banks of the Seine
Polpo Nord, the famous winter terrace, is back on the quays of the Seine for a warm, festive winter just a stone's throw from Paris! After Polpo Plage, the Levallois (92) refuge is transformed into an urban ski resort, to be discovered from Wednesday to Sunday until mid-March 2025. Alpine ambience, cosy gondolas, curling rink, gourmet dishes and melting cheeses... all that's missing is snow! [Read more]
Monsieur Bleu unveils its winter terrace with transparent bubble facing the Eiffel Tower
Monsieur Bleu, the restaurant at the Palais de Tokyo, unveils its heated winter terrace and large transparent bubble, for diners dining face to face with the Eiffel Tower. [Read more]
Le Paris-Tivo: the refined aperitif at Mandarin Oriental's Bar 8
Looking for a refined, quality aperitif? The Mandarin Oriental offers the Paris-Tivo at its bar, Bar 8. Comprising a cocktail of your choice and three tasty amuse-bouches, it's sure to please even the most discerning gourmets. [Read more]
The Terrass''Hôtel rooftop is transformed into a Cuban terrace with Terraza Eminente
La Terrasse du Terrass "Hôtel, known for its magnificent view over Paris, is taking you to Cuba from November 28 to May 2025. In a colorful setting, the Terraza Eminente invites you to discover its menu created for the occasion, featuring seven cocktails with different flavors from the Isla del Cocodrilo. [Read more]
Christmas 2024 at the Plaza Athénée: magical ice rink and chalet-raclette by Jean Imbert
For the Christmas season, the Plaza Athénée unveils a gourmet chalet featuring Savoyard fondues, along with its famous ice rink, to be discovered from November 28, 2024 to January 2, 2025. A taste of the mountains in the idyllic setting of the Plaza Athénée terrace, illuminated for the festive season! [Read more]
The Grand Quartier hotel opens its chalets on its winter terrace with Swiss fondue
Head for the winter terrace of the Grand Quartier for a Swiss fondue in a chalet, until next March! [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]
Monsieur Aristide unveils his winter chalet where raclette is king
Winter atmosphere and (of course!) raclette at Monsieur Aristide, who unveils his winter chalet for the season. [Read more]
KUJTEN x Bar de la Croix Rouge: gourmet terrace with cashmere plaids in Saint-Germain-des-Prés
From November 14, 2024, Kujten cashmere plaids and cushions invite themselves onto the terrace of the Bar de la Croix Rouge. Sit back and enjoy an exclusive menu for a chic, ultra-cozy autumn break in the heart of Saint-Germain-des-Prés. [Read more]
Chez Monix, the winter chalet and gondolas return to Splash in Asnieres-sur-Seine
This winter, Le Splash reinvents itself as Chez Monix, the must-visit destination for a unique ski resort atmosphere on the banks of the Seine, without the ski slopes. [Read more]
Brasserie Auteuil in ski resort mode with cheese fondue and raclette pizza
With the onset of winter, Brasserie Auteuil is once again transformed into a ski resort with its cheese fondue evenings. [Read more]
La Plage Parisienne, the terrace restaurant on the banks of the Seine
Fancy a waterside terrace? Let's head for Plage Parisienne, this restaurant and terrace on the banks of the Seine in the 15th arrondissement, quai de Javel. The decor is from a crazy year, with a view of the French team's liner and the Statue of Liberty, a few deckchairs and we're all set. [Read more]
Comptoir Général: a tropical escape in the heart of Paris
Évasion Tropicale in Paris: discover the Comptoir Général, a unique venue for memorable evenings in Paris [Read more]
