7 Best Dessert Spots In Paris, France

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Joyce
Joyce 
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The majority would agree that the best part of every meal is what comes after, desserts! Moreover, what better way to enjoy some of the sweetest and most mouth-watering desserts than have it in Paris, France. Paris is known for its lovely sceneries, picturesque buildings, and Instagrammable aesthetic. If that’s not enough for you, Paris is also a city where you can indulge your sweet tooth. If you are planning to visit Paris over the next few months, you may have already laid out your plans. With that in mind, we hope that you don’t forget some of the city’s best dessert spots. Scroll down to see the full list of the best dessert spots in Paris, France.

1. Pierre Hermé Paris


Pierre Hermé in Paris is the perfect place to go for macarons, as these are light, fluffy, and just delightful. Heir to four generations of Alsatian bakery and pastry-making tradition, Pierre Hermé is at the peak of his art, finely crafting flavors that the world will surely enjoy. His approach to baking has transformed immensely, yet rooted in traditional techniques. The pastries here are the epitome of an artwork. The shop carries wide selections of custards, cheesecakes, fruit tarts, among others. Parisian themselves have claimed that Pierre Hermé has the best macarons in the entire stretch of Paris. Pay a visit now and bathe in the exquisite aroma of the shop.

Pierre Hermé Paris

Address: 18 Rue Sainte-Croix de la Bretonnerie, 75004 Paris, France

Website: Pierre Hermé Paris

Opening hours: 11am - 8pm (daily)

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2. Aki Boulanger


There at the crossroads of Rue Sainte-Anne and Rue Sainte-Thérese in Paris, and in the heart of the Opera district nestled between the department stores on Boulevard Haussmann, sits this French bakery that features specialties from Japan. Locals say that it is a very authentic restaurant that takes pride in ramen, omelets, Japanese baked goods, lattes. among others. Aside from these, the bakery shop also sells staple Parisian goods, just in case guests on that day crave local tastes. Aki Boulanger is definitely a mix of a perfect culinary culture between the two countries, one that you should put on the list of places you are going to visit on your next trip.

Aki Boulanger

Address: 16 Rue Sainte-Anne, 75001 Paris, France

Website: Aki Boulanger

Opening hours: Mon - Sat: 7.30am - 8.30pm (closed on Sun)

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3. Berthillon Glacier

Paris Berthillon, 12 July 2003
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Located at the Rue Saint Louis in Paris, Berthillon Glaciers closely resembles those independent shops near it. It is a comfortable and warm dessert place that features ice creams, crepes, cakes, sorbets, and many other types of sugary treats. Travelers who frequent there have called it the best place to get ice cream. Berthillon Glacier manages to capture and elevate both the simplicity and complexity of all its flavors. The shop is also a short distance away from Notre Dame, another reason as to why you should pay a visit soon. Lines are usually very long, but it is still worth the wait.

Berthillon Glacier

Address: 29-31 Rue Saint-Louis en l'Île, 75004 Paris, France

Website: Berthillon Glacier

Opening hours: Tue - Sun: 10am - 8pm (closed on Mon)

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4. Pain Pain


To echo the words said by a Parisian: “This bakery is heavenly”, Pain Pain guarantees the quality of breads served to its customers. It has selected conscientious producers able to offer high quality of products. The in house flours come all the way from Moulins Bourgeois, thus, ensuring quality in all the pastries created. Pain Pain offers baguettes, cakes, croissants, puffed breads, hotdogs, and many more. The place is situated close to the Moulin Rouge, and the décor inside is simply breathtaking. An excellent patisserie off the track, this is a perfect place to have lunch with your family or friends.

Pain Pain

Address: 88 Rue des Martyrs, 75018 Paris, France

Website: Pain Pain

Opening hours: Tue - Sun: 7am - 8pm (closed on Mon)

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Patricia Bollinger

Patricia Bollinger

<p>My name is Patricia Bollinger and my family is French. I have always had a passion for art and history and I chose to study them when I went to university. I have been a licensed tour guide for the last 30 years and I work in French, English and Italian. My passion and also as part of my work I travel a lot. For this reason, I have a good idea of visitors expectations. Naturally I want to share this passion for my country and its heritage with foreign visitors.<br>I also love cooking and I am a foody.</p>

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5. Monsieur Benjamin


This chic, cozy, and contemporary art pastry shop carries a unique array of gourmet creations for visitors to enjoy and savor on the spot. Monsieur Benjamin (also the name of the creator of this beautiful shop), has a superb collection of street tarts, traditional pastries, macaron, and ice creams. A really charming place, Monsieur Benjamin has a vast selection of sweet treats and an outstanding service. All delicious desserts are just a few blocks away from the Pompidou. The warmth of the place comes off as an irresistible feature, one of the reasons as to why first-timers immediately become loyal customers.

Monsieur Benjamin

Address: 63 Rue Saint-Martin, 75004 Paris, France

Website: Monsieur Benjamin

Opening hours: 12pm - 8pm (daily)

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6. Blé sucré


A vegetarian-friendly place, Blé Sucré offers a wide selection of croissants and madeleines that can be enjoyed at one of the few tables put outside on the quiet street where the shop is placed. There is usually a line inside, but it is definitely worth every minute of the wait. All pastries are buttery and crisp, and the pain au chocolat is to die for. Chaussons aux Pommes are also available for grabs. Apple turnovers in English, these lovely desserts created by Blé Sucre are utterly delicious and not overly sweet. This place knows no time — it is the breakfast place you can go to for lunch and dinner.

Blé Sucré

Address: 7 Rue Antoine Vollon, 75012 Paris, France

Website: Blé sucré

Opening hours: Tue - Sat: 7am - 7.30pm; Sun: 7am - 1.30pm (closed on Mon)

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7. Sadaharu Aoki


Nowadays, a lot of Parisians have nurtured an interest in Japanese treats. Here at Sadaharu Aoki, you do not only get to taste Japanese desserts, but also local ones. The shop has an amazing green tea cake, a perfect treat to eat during the sweltering days of summer. It also offers a special blend of green tea ice cream. Sadaharu Aoki is relatively cheap compared to high-end patisseries, but this does not at all affect the quality of the products. It has a wide selection of desserts, all intricately done with skill. Visitors who frequent here previously said that the taste embraced by the shop is filled with a depth that cannot be explained by words.

Sadaharu Aoki

Address: 35 Rue de Vaugirard, 75006 Paris, France

Website: Sadaharu Aoki

Opening hours: Tue - Sat: 11am - 7pm; Sun: 10am - 6pm (closed on Mon)

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Craving for sweets in Paris, France

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In the end, you know you just have to give in to your cravings. In Paris, you can find so many dessert places that match with any aesthetic you can think of. If you’re trying to find ways to make your trip to France memorable, visit one of the places mentioned above.

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