The tea rooms at a glance
| Tea room | Address | Why go | Good to know |
|---|---|---|---|
| Angelina | 226 rue de Rivoli, 1st | The very thick "African" hot chocolate; house founded in 1903 | Frequent wait, especially in the afternoon and at weekends |
| Ladurée | Rue Royale, 8th (and other tea rooms) | Macarons, gilded decor and painted ceilings | The rue Royale tea room is the oldest |
| Mariage Frères | Several addresses including the Marais | A list of about 460 teas, cooking with tea | Ideal if you like tea more than pastry |
| Carette | Place du Trocadéro, 16th | Macarons, tea time, close to the Eiffel Tower views | Chic atmosphere, calmer on weekdays |
| Odette | Near Notre-Dame | Filled choux, view of Notre-Dame | Small room, more for a short break |
| The Tea Caddy | Saint-Julien-le-Pauvre, 5th | English style, scones | Intimate setting, next to the Latin Quarter |
Which one to choose
- For the icon: Angelina, after the Tuileries or the Louvre.
- For the tea: Mariage Frères, to choose from a huge menu.
- For the view and macarons: Carette, before or after the Trocadéro.
- For a cheaper break: a neighbourhood tea room or café-pâtisserie rather than a big name; see also our best cafés in Paris.
How to avoid the wait
Come at opening or early afternoon on weekdays; queues are longer at weekends. Many tea rooms do not accept all bookings.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a tea cost in Paris? In the big tea rooms, expect more than €10 for a tea or hot chocolate; menus change, check before sitting down.
Do you need to book? Not always; try outside peak hours.
