Paris, the capital of sweetness and refined treats, is bursting with pastries where the art of dessert comes in a thousand and one forms. Between ultra-creamy flans, éclairs that explode with flavors, and tarts that will make you melt, each spot has its secret to delighting you. So, ready to give in to temptation? Here is our selection of the best pastries in the capital, the ones that will make you fall in love with every bite!
Pleincœur
Maxime Frédéric, the star pastry chef of Cheval Blanc, opened his first shop in Batignolles at the end of 2024, and it's already a hit. Behind the window, a short but irresistible selection: ultra-creamy flan, divine pear charlotte, and vanilla or hazelnut entremets. But the real showstopper? A revisited apple turnover in the style of kouign-amann, crispy and melt-in-your-mouth delicious. A masterful pastry that brilliantly elevates simplicity.
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Address: 64 Rue des Batignolles, 75017 Paris, France
Somewhere... The Matter
After Somewhere... The Abysses, Chef Florian Barbarot and Pastry Chef Pierre-Henry Lecompte are opening a new treasure dedicated to sweet delights and refined snacking. Here, matter is king: elegant and bold pastries, less sweet, where each ingredient is highlighted without any artifice. On the savory side, the reinvented club sandwiches and Barbarot's brunch offerings promise to surprise. A place as delicate as it is inspiring, where taste knows no bounds.
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Address: 48 Rue du Faubourg Montmartre, 75009 Paris, France
Le Comptoir du Ritz
Le Comptoir du Ritz, a truly elegant extension of the iconic hotel, is a sweet haven led by pastry chef François Perret, crowned Best Restaurant Pastry Chef in the world in 2019. This refined spot invites us to discover the very essence of French pastry through nostalgic creations inspired by our childhood snacks. Stuffed madeleines, available in citrus, pistachio, or even coated in chocolate, are a true explosion of flavors, irresistible with every bite. Don't miss out on: the Ritz au lait, the chef's signature pastry, inspired by Petit Écoliers and filled with rice pudding... A marvel.
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Address: 38 Rue Cambon, 75001 Paris, France
Claire Heitzler & Producers
Here, there’s no flashy shop, but an online pastry shop that celebrates taste and ethics. Claire Heitzler, who has worked with Ladurée and Alain Ducasse, elevates seasonal products using ingredients sourced from committed producers. Her creations? A fig and rose tart, a yuzu cake named “friendship cake,” or poached mandarins with Timut pepper. It’s a responsible pastry shop that proves delicious treats and commitment go hand in hand.
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Address: 9 Rue du Parc, 92300 Levallois-Perret, France
Jojo & Co
A former journalist turned pastry chef, Johanna Roques, aka "Jojo," has made flavor her signature. In her shop in the Marais, the pastries play with tastes and shake up the norms: a strawberry tart with a gooey balsamic vinegar and verbena center, a spiced comforting chai tart, or a Swiss bread with praline and blonde chocolate. An endless creativity that makes Jojo & Co a must-visit spot for fans of bold sweets.
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Address: 37 Rue du Roi de Sicile, 75004 Paris, France
Rayonnance
Behind the counter of this mini-pastry shop in the 9th, Yuki Hayato and Lumi Hachiya, former chefs from the Pages restaurant, are reinventing French pastries with an irresistibly creative twist. Here, flan transforms into a mind-blowing crème brûlée tart, chiboust is reborn in a pear-caramel version, and cheesecake gets a touch of aged Comté. With reimagined classics and Japanese inspirations, every bite brightens up Rue de Maubeuge.
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Address: 17 Rue de Maubeuge, 75009 Paris, France
Ginko
Just a stone's throw from the Buttes-Chaumont, this charming wooden pastry shop brilliantly blends French, Japanese, and Moroccan influences. At the helm, Sayo Yamagata and Othman El Ouraoui take on the classics with flair: Mont-Fuji tart with chestnuts and cranberry, dark chocolate and roasted tea Saint-Honoré, and ultra-moist almond cakes with icing. All of this is accompanied by AOP pastries and gourmet food treasures. A little gem of the 19th arrondissement waiting to be discovered!
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Address: 33 Rue des Alouettes, 75019 Paris, France
Tomo
Dorayaki Temple in Paris, Tomo celebrates Japanese pastry in a clean and refined setting. Romain Gaia and Takanori Murata (former Aida) reimagine classic Japanese treats: mochi, daifuku, taiyaki, and matcha ice cream parfaits. For those savory cravings, you can enjoy a super fluffy omurice or dango grilled in sweet and savory sauce. In the evening, the shop transforms into a sake bar… It’s the perfect spot for a delightful culinary immersion right in the heart of Japan.
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Address: 16 Rue Grégoire de Tours, 75006 Paris, FranceAddress: 11 Rue Chabanais, 75002 Paris, France
L'Éclair de Génie
Creator of the famous reinvented éclairs, Christophe Adam offers an innovative concept with his Éclair de Génie Café in the 2nd arrondissement. This elegant and cozy coffee shop highlights creative éclairs (coffee-almond, Mexican chocolate), passion fruit water lilies, and his Tiramisu Cups, along with many other delicious treats. You'll also find fine coffees like Dirty Coffee and Pistachio Latte, as well as savory options like fig and burrata croissants. It's the perfect spot for fans of unique pastries and great coffee!
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Address: 35 Bd Haussmann, 75009 Paris, France
Tapestry
Bertrand Grébaut and Théophile Pourriat, the geniuses behind Septime, are diving into the sweet world with Tapestry. Here, pastries rhyme with simplicity and quality : organic flours, local and fair products. Chef Fanny Payre delights with impeccable creations : mind-blowing vanilla flan, thin apple tart, chou with sweet vernal grass… A discreet gem just steps away from rue de Charonne, doubled on the Left Bank, where every bite is a delight.
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Address: 65 Rue de Charonne, 75011 Paris, FranceAddress: 16 Av. de la Motte-Picquet, 75007 Paris, France
Utopia
Sébastien and Erwan, former team members of Ladurée, have created a true pastry utopia in the 11th district with incredible creations at great prices. On the menu, sourdough pastries like the apple turnover stuffed with real apple and a divine cinnamon roll. Let's not forget the melting flans, iced sesame éclairs, and strawberry tarts. Their boldness? Mixing flavors from around the world, with delights combining lime and black sesame, a subtle pairing not to be missed.
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Address: 20 Rue Jean-Pierre Timbaud, 75011 Paris, France
Bontemps
On Rue de Bretagne, Bontemps continues to delight food lovers with its must-try classics: a divine lemon cake, melt-in-your-mouth cookies, and seasonal tarts that will make your mouth water. Its cozy tea room, featuring an indoor courtyard and lovely wrought iron furniture surrounded by flower bouquets, is the perfect spot to enjoy these treats. On the menu, you’ll find cookies filled with mysterious creams, praline tarts or strawberry-raspberry-blackberry, and a giant vanilla cookie that’s simply irresistible.
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Address: 57 Rue de Bretagne, 75003 Paris, France
Des Gâteaux et du Pain
A true paradise for lovers of refined pastries, where Claire Damon, after working at the most prestigious establishments (Fauchon, Bristol, Plaza Athénée), offers precise and subtle sweet creations. With pastries that change with the seasons, you can find classics like the grapefruit/rhubarb tartlet, Saint-Honoré, and pistachio millefeuille. The pastries and bread are also available, made with organic flours and meticulous craftsmanship.
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Address: 63 Bd Pasteur, 75015 Paris, France
Nèulo
Nèulo is the delightful pastry concept store by Gauthier Rosario and Pierre-Jean Quinonero, Champion of France in desserts. Here, we have fun with flan in all its forms: marbled, lemon, hazelnut praline, chocolate, and pistachio. With its dense, flaky crust and melt-in-your-mouth texture, Pierre-Jean Quinonero’s flan, former chef at Burgundy and Grand-Hôtel du Cap-Ferrat, is available at affordable prices. A cozy coffee shop space at the back of the store allows you to enjoy these treats with L'Arbre à Café coffees, lattes, chai, or affogatos.
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Address: 46 Rue Sainte-Croix de la Bretonnerie, 75004 Paris, France
Armande
Right at the top of the Montmartre hill, Armande is a true gem. This catering-restaurant-patisserie, opened by Margaux Bellorgey and Sébastien Aubé, features a short but effective menu, inspired by their travels and crafted with local, seasonal, and sustainably sourced ingredients. On the sweet side, Chef Margaux delights with balanced and refined pastries, like her meringue lemon tart made with black lemon and bergamot, or her chocolate-hazelnut babka. The hot chocolate made with coconut milk and Peruvian chili? A true treasure.
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Address: 26 Rue Tholozé, 75018 Paris, France
Stohrer
Founded in 1730 by Nicolas Stohrer, pastry chef to King Louis XV, this gem on Rue Montorgueil is the oldest pastry shop in Paris. It’s here that the famous rum baba was created, but this place doesn’t stop at that specialty. A true hub for passing down centuries-old expertise, Stohrer continues to brilliantly uphold the classics of French pastry. Among the must-tries, the puits d'amour, a caramelized puff pastry filled with pastry cream, is an absolute delight to discover. Its sumptuous decor, classified as a Historic Monument, transports us into the history of this legendary establishment, where the art of sweet and savory blend harmoniously.
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Address: 51 Rue Montorgueil, 75002 Paris, France
Angelina
Founded in 1903, Angelina has become a true Parisian institution. Located at 226 Rue de Rivoli, this iconic establishment embodies the elegance of Art Nouveau, with its refined moldings and frescoes inspired by Mediterranean landscapes. Renowned for its exceptional craftsmanship, Angelina has attracted a prestigious clientele, from Marcel Proust to Gabrielle Chanel, and continues to delight food lovers from around the world with iconic creations like the Mont-Blanc, its signature pastry. The famous old-fashioned hot chocolate still delights those who step through the doors of this mythical place, a true temple of French pastry for over 120 years.
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Address: 226 Rue de Rivoli, 75001 Paris, France
Pierre Hermé
A must-try in pastries, blending tradition and modernity. Pierre Hermé, nicknamed the “Picasso of pastry,” is celebrated for his rich world of flavors and pleasure. World’s best pastry chef in 2016, he has made a name for himself with iconic creations like the Ispahan macaron and the Infinitely Vanilla. His mastery of macarons and pastries in general is well-established, and each season, new creations grace his shops to delight enthusiasts. Building on his success, Pierre Hermé has opened establishments around the world, including in the UK, Japan, and the United States.
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Pierre Hermé
23 addresses in Paris
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Yann Couvreur
Having worked in some of the finest hotels and Michelin-starred restaurants, Yann Couvreur has dedicated his expertise to pastry, creating subtle and balanced treats. A pastry chef admired for his attention to sugar and for the richness of flavors in his creations, he has made a name for himself in Paris with must-try desserts like the vanilla mille-feuille from the Comoros and his Merveilles, pastries that attract hordes of dessert lovers. Today, he has seven shops in the capital, including an online store, perfect for skipping the line.
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Yann Couvreur
11 addresses in Paris and Vincennes
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Cyril Lignac
Cyril Lignac, much more than just a media face, is a master pastry chef with undeniable talent. Alongside Benoît Couvrant, his team works to create pastry masterpieces that are as bold as they are delicious. One of their stars, the Équinoxe, features a light Bourbon vanilla cream, a melting caramel heart, and a crunchy speculoos praline, a classic that delights with every bite. The pastries are served in modern and refined boutiques, designed by the KO studio, where every detail is as carefully crafted as the desserts themselves.
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Cyril Lignac
5 boutiques in Paris
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Philippe Conticini
The name Philippe Conticini is much more than a mark of excellence; it's a true reference in the world of pastry. While his concept of "Bars à …" has Parisian food lovers buzzing, he is primarily celebrated for his talent in blending French and American pastry arts with a bold twist. From reimagined classics to original creations, every bite is an experience. For the curious, the chef now offers masterclasses, a wonderful opportunity to dive into his creative world and learn how to recreate his delights at home.
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Philippe Conticini
5 boutiques in Paris and Boulogne-Billancourt
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Cédric Grolet
Cédric Grolet, a true star of French pastry, has captivated our eyes and taste buds with his incredible creations, blending visual illusions and fruit sculptures. With his works being as beautiful as they are delicious, it's impossible not to be amazed. Perfect for celebrating a special occasion, each creation by Grolet is a little masterpiece at €17 each. A pastry experience we highly recommend at least once, for the guaranteed wow effect.
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Address: 35 Av. de l'Opéra, 75002 Paris, FranceAddress: 6 Rue de Castiglione, 75001 Paris, FranceAddress: 6 Rue Danielle Casanova, 75002 Paris, France
