tl;dr you ought not miss the signature chocolate mousse bar; this was one of the few eats in Paris…read morethat I made sure to have twice Chocolate mousse can be found at bistros across Paris, but few spots are as highly recommended as Chapon. This chocolate boutique was founded in the 80s by Patrice Chapon, once an ice cream purveyor for Buckingham Palace. Since then, he introduced his now-famed bar a mousse concept, allowing chocolate enthusiasts to sample made-in-house varieties of mousse sourced from cocoa beans across the world. I first visited a Chapon outpost on a quiet side street of Saint-Germain-des-Pres. You might miss the narrow storefront and brown awning on first glance, but melon-sized bowls of mousse in the window are unmistakable. The interior is warmly lit, featuring tastefully worn wood motifs. The backlit shelves to the right are curated with prepackaged confections, while the display to the left is decked with à la carte chocolates. We arrived for an early afternoon treat, and the friendly service patiently talked us through and offered samples of multiple mousse varieties. My favorite was the Equadorian, a dark, full-bodied flavor with some floral notes. I also enjoyed my sister's Madagascar, which had a thickness and richness reminiscent of caramel. My mother opted for the lighter, fluffier Peruvian, which was nearly the consistency of meringue. Lastly, the 100% dark Venezuelan had the thickest texture; however, the red wine-y flavor might turn some off. While the mousse is delicious, the prices might be harder to swallow; our 3 small portions ran over 20 euros. Nonetheless, I was impressed by the staff's ability to suggest an ideal mousse to suit each of our preferences. For a unique experience and a mousse that is sure to impress, don't miss out on Chapon.

Really delicious chocolate mousse available here! They have them made with different types of…read morechocolate from different countries. Some are stronger dark chocolate flavors and some are medium to light. I decided to get the one with 60% chocolate from Ecuador. As delicious as it was, for 7 euros in a small cup was way overpriced. Page put about 2 scoops that weren't even full. The mousse didn't even go all the way to the bottom of the cup, which it definitely should for the price. I wouldn't necessarily spend 7 euros for this again, but it's definitely yummy to try once when in Paris.

This was super delicious ! It this bakery wasnt in your to try list, def worth it to add! Perfect…read moresweet treat for your day.

Yummy macarons, probably the best I've tasted. When in…read moreParis we stopped here and it did not disappoint. It was a bit pricey for a box but we chipped in and picked a few flavors we each wanted to try. The store was super clean and staff were fast getting through customers in line and were friendly. If I'm ever back here/ I'd get more macarons.

My husband and I think Jacques Genin's caramels are the best in the world. We discovered this about…read more10 years ago and make it a point to go every time we are in Paris. A must for locals and visitors in our opinion. Thank you for creating such a wonderful shop. Come in the USA.

The best chocolate, caramel, and fruit jelly shop in Paris…read more I've bought other chocolates around Paris and while pretty in color, it didn't meet my expectation. I brought back souvenirs of the chocolate and loved the flavors and the packaging. The staff even wrote expiration date on each of the containers and packaged in cool bags so that it can withstand the flight. Back at home, everything tasted good but it just didn't do justice from what I was able to taste in real time. The chocolate melts in your mouth and had lots of flavor, the jelly is addictingly good, and my favorite was the caramel. It's creamy, soft, and chewy without sticking to your teeth. I regret not getting the 1KG but it was around $200. All the chocolates, jelly, and caramel had variety of delicious flavors and hands down, a must stop in Paris. While waiting, they also have sofas that you can lounge on and saw many tour groups come by, which made me panic since we were waiting on our chocolates getting packaged and waiting to purchase the caramels and jelly. Luckily, most left after a quick briefing on the history, but it also affirmed that this spot was legit. Do note that these don't last long. Chocolates and caramel last 2 weeks and jelly lasts a week. I wouldn't suggest bringing back the jellies since it turned colors during the flight and was sticky.

Famous. Fabulous. Luxe. Chocolate connoisseurs will rejoice. Between beautiful classics, creative…read morecombinations, and house specialties that you truly can't find anywhere else, the offerings at this small shop are all must-try. Add in an extraordinary elegant environment and polished service, and you have a glorious experience.

Visiting the oldest chocolate shop in Paris was at the top of my list, and I immediately sensed the…read moremagic that Marie Antoinette, Napoleon, and many others must have experienced the first time they tasted chocolate from that very same chocolatier. The shop itself was beautiful - the chocolates were displayed like precious jewelry in a glass case. We learned that the shop was modeled after an apothecary because, as legend goes, Marie Antoinette's headaches were cured by a sweet concoction that was later sold as the first chocolate confection. Napoleon also became a fan, and his favorite treat was candied almonds enrobed in a delicate layer of dark chocolate. An attendant shared Debauve et Gallais's rich history with me as I admired the chocolate, and when she offered me a sample, I couldn't resist trying Napoleon's go-to (the chocolate-covered almonds). While shopping, I felt inspired to create a customized box of my own, selecting a variety of pralines, truffles, and bon bons. I enjoyed the chocolates when I was back home, and every piece was exquisite. I'd highly recommend a visit!

We were referred by the YouTubers, Les Frenchies, and we're so glad that we went!…read more We got an assortment of their chocolates and caramels and loved everything. The truffles tasted so luxurious and the recommended mango passionfruit caramel was so vibrant in flavor that it almost transported you to a tropical place. Would absolutely return!

It would be completely wrong not to indulge in some of the best chocolates in Paris. We took full…read moreadvantage of getting plenty to take home. They are a perfect size. I never found one I didn't really like. However, that wasn't the primary reason for picking this particular shop. I'd heard about the Passion fruit caramels. We did not purchase enough. We thought we did, but we didn't. They had the most intense and pure flavor I've ever had in a sweet of any kind. A full caramel was almost too intense.

Some of the most delicious chocolate we have had and a wonderfully gracious and knowledgeable host…read more perfectly in keeping with the Parisian priority on taste and service. Do go!

Couldn't resist the beautiful shop that was calling me inside. I enjoyed a chocolate ganache &…read morecaramel cup of gelato. It was rich, decadent and a real treat. They are getting ready for Halloween & giving out lots of samples.

Amazing chocolatier. Lots of choices and staff very friendly. Can get a sample of chocolate as…read morewell. The bags are a very nice weight and color. Very well done all around.

Willy Wonka step aside. The chocolatier has been around since 1761. You must be doing something…read moreright if the doors are still open after all these years. This shop is limited to spoken English, but enough to get by. The chocolates are out of this world amazing! Unfortunately, they do not ship to the U.S. only in Europe. My recommendation is to make room in one of the largest capacity luggage you have and dedicate it to loading it up with everything this place has. You can thank me later.

Please, please don't tell me Gregory has sold his business. I looked it up today to recommend it…read moreand even did my Google walk down Rue Saint Dominiqe and what is in it's place is a small shop with a white facade. I believe it is called le le Chocolat. I always went there when I was in Paris. Pomme et Canelle was the best macaron and I couldn't find it any place else.

We stopped at Grégory Renard Cacao et Macarons to pick up picnic treats for the time we would spend…read morearound the Eiffel Tower. It was a cute shop with many delicious flavors. However, a couple of our macarons seemed to be overcooked, especially the lemon one. I also mistakenly assumed that the rose flavor was rosé (like the wine), but realized it was rose (like the flower) when it had a decidedly floral, perfumed flavor.

My favorite things chocolate & macaroons. Couldn't leave Paris without macaroons. The beautiful…read moreshop displayed chocolates & rainbows of macaroons like fine jewelry. I purchased macaroons to bring home for neighbors, they are beautifully packaged. These were not the New York macaroons that I've had they were light and fluffy and fresh and outrageous, the best macaroons I've ever tasted!

We came here during our trip to Paris to buy macaroons home! The macaroons were yummy and packaging…read morewas nice!!

Lunch reservations for Pierre Hermé is always a good idea. This one is inside the Bonmarché complex…read more- just walk to the back of the large entryway with all the restaurants We had a small drama over our table as I'm guessing they thought we did not have a reservation so they wanted to seat us by the entrance while all these other tables, in the empty restaurant, had "reserved" signs on them. After pointing out again we also had a reservation, we were seated inside at one of the better tables with the placard & not right beside the door which was constantly opening. So eventually things worked out & all was well The food definitely made up for the table miscommunication as it was over the top delicious. Mr chose the mushroom French toast with mushrooms and hazelnut cream. It was pudding-like and very strong mushroom flavor which was delightful I chose the roasted cauliflower and it was likewise superb. Roasted and marinated cauliflower with yellow florets, pine nuts, pomegranate seeds and puréed cauliflower base. Dessert included 2 passion fruit & a pistachio macaron. Intense flavors, soft cookie Food perfection all around!

I learned about this place about watching a YouTube video so I decided to try it out when I am in…read morethe area. They have the option to dine-in or carry out. Their desserts have a lower price for carry out btw. I ordered the 2000 feuilles, Jardin japonais, strawberry tart and 3 macaroons. For the 2000 feuilles, it's like a Napoleon with hazelnut in between. It somewhat taste like ferrer rocher in a way. It's my favorite out of the 3 since I like hazelnut and it's not too sweet. They also did a really good job with the Napoleon part for the dessert. As for Jardin japonais, it has a matcha flavored top with yuzu cream at the bottom. It's light, not too sweet. I only got a bit from the strawberry tart and it seems alright. Overall, I'll definitely try other things if I come back. Btw, they have some macaroons flavor that you can't find elsewhere