The 4 tea rooms compared
| Tea room | Area | Style | Prices read (2023-2025 guides) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Angelina | rue de Rivoli, Paris 1st | very thick, "l'Africain", historic room from 1903 | between 8.20 and 10.50 euros depending on the guide |
| Café de Flore | Saint-Germain-des-Prés (6th) | lighter, silky, famous terrace | between 7 and 9.50 euros; 11.50 with whipped cream per one guide |
| Carette | Paris (several addresses) | often compared with Angelina, with whipped cream | about 11 to 13.50 euros depending on the guide |
| Jacques Genin | Marais | dark, velvety, not very sweet | about 7 euros; 9 with cream per one guide |
Sources disagree on which is "best": it is a matter of taste, not an official ranking.
Which chocolate for which mood
- Very thick, almost a cream: Angelina. See our dedicated page on Angelina hot chocolate.
- Lighter, with the Saint-Germain atmosphere: Café de Flore, famous for its terrace.
- Not too sweet, for dark chocolate lovers: Jacques Genin.
Tips to avoid the queue
Queues are longer at weekends and on winter afternoons. Arrive at opening time, or on a weekday mid-morning. Many tea rooms also sell takeaway: ask at the counter. For other treat stops, see our guide to Paris tea rooms.
A tasting walk
A walking route around Saint-Germain mixing chocolate and pastry is a way to taste several local addresses with a guide. Check the stops and duration on the booking page.
The Paris Authority editorial team, read on 30 October 2026.
