Even though the line was long, it moved quickly and the staff kept everything organized. They were…read moreable to accommodate all 5 of us -- 4 adults and a 4-year-old -- with no problem. The portion sizes were excellent for the price. I was expecting smaller portions, so I was pleasantly surprised when my plate came out packed with food and definitely worth the value. I would definitely recommend checking this place out, especially the location near the Eiffel Tower. Great food, generous portions, and an overall good experience!

Ah, to have thick hot chocolate on the streets of Paris! If only I could be whisked away to this…read morebeautiful city. I came here on my first visit to France with my sister and brother-in-law. I had just finished my time at the Eiffel tower and walked over to this restaurant for a drink and a snack. I was seated immediately, waiting for the rest of my party. The staff were incredibly patient, allowing me to stay for the fifteen-ish minutes it took for my family to arrive. We, of course, ordered the hot chocolate topped with cream. It was incredibly rich, which was the draw. It was required that we each ordered our own teapot, which provided about two and a half cups of hot chocolate. This was a bit excessive, as the drink was heavy and I could only stomach a cup. I did wish the restaurant allowed us to split the pot amongst our table. Nonetheless, I enjoy dining at Carette and returned on my second Paris trip with my husband. Anyone visiting for the first time should try their thick hot chocolate at least once.

Great pastries and cappuccino. Fast service. The cake was layered and fresh. Great place to hang…read moreout in victor hugo circle.

Wow wow - they make excellent pastries / baguette / coffee. Good boulangeries in Paris taste…read moredifferent :) They are very busy on the weekend with people constantly going in and out. We ordered a bunch of stuffs to try including baguette, plie de chocolat, pistachio chocolat pain russe, eclair chocolat and a panini. All are delightful. Chocolat eclair has both chocolate cream and pastry cream it was epic... Our latte/americano were delicious. Their baguette wins a competition in 2012 and was very yummy too. They have some seating inside in the back.

Pierre Hermé If you…read moreknow Pierre Hermé from social media and all the viral videos, then this review needs no introduction. But if you haven't, this is a strong contender for worthy macarons in Paris and at a convenient location across the street from Ladurée. Located inside L'Occitane in the most gorgeous floor space ever, you will find Pierre Hermé at the center of it all. They have an impressive array of flavors that were much more unique than other patisseries. I definitely asked for a few recommendations as well since I tend to order the same thing (pistachio, raspberry, lemon, etc.) The workers were very kind. They indulged my request to converse in French and corrected me in a respectful and endearing way (I know some people get upset at this idea but I personally prefer it.) I had ordered a dozen macarons but truthfully would've ordered the entire lot if I wasn't alone and especially if I wasn't already taking a ton of sweets back for my flight home. I am a Ladurée purist and what I can say is that Pierre Hermé definitely had the best and most unique flavors compared to the two. The prices are fairly comparable and the coffrets are just as tasteful. Both are strong contenders and worthy of your money. I certainly will be returning and look forward to trying the rest of their selection. (15/50--2025)

Okay okay...I know Pierre Hermé is a super touristy macaron shop, and the Pierre Hermé on Champs…read moreElysée is probably the MOST touristy you can get, but I can't help but give this place five stars. Pierre Hermé is home to some of the best macarons I've had in my life -- which is probably too many for the good of my health -- and I was thoroughly impressed by the quality of the macarons, the staff's attention to detail, and all the unique flavors this shop had to offer. As a popular macaron shop in one of the hottest tourist destinations in Paris, this location is undeniably crowded. There's usually a huge line circling around a central display of macaron after macaron. The line looks pretty intimidating, but it moves quite quickly, and there are so many flavors that it'll probably be helpful to have a bit of extra time to review the menu. My friend and I split a pack of four macarons, including their seasonal isapahan (rose, lychee, raspberry), infiniment praliné pistache, and a jardin de cassandre (red currant, rhubarb). The macarons were delightful. I loved the two seasonal items; they were delightfully fruity and slightly floral, and I loved the slightly tangy flavor from the raspberry in the isapahan and rhubarb / currants in the jardin de cassandre. The praliné pistache was nice and nutty, and the inner cream offered a great additional richness. It's usually super crowded so seating tends to be quite limited. My friend and I ended up taking our macarons to go and enjoyed them elsewhere as we toured Champs Elysée.

This was my FAVORITE boulangerie in Paris. The decor looked pretty from the outside, so we walked…read morein without reservations and initially stood in line for the takeaway but wanted to dine in. The line works differently in Paris. The takeaway line is STRICTLY for takeout. If you want to dine in, grab an empty table, and a server will come to you. Let's be a polite traveler. The pastry was DELICIOUS as we ordered CROISSANT, STRAWBERRY TART, and SPINACH and CHEESE QUICHE. All the items here were FANTASTIC. We also ordered ESPRESSO with WATER (translated in English). What I realized about espresso in Paris is that it is less bitter and acidic compared to the-most-famous-coffeeshop (She Who Must Not Be Named). And for that reason, I would never be able to drink their espresso. I wish I had more time to return and try other selections. I would definitely RECOMMEND this café to anyone staying near.

AMAZING! The pastries are divine and the quiche was exquisite. This was the only place in 2 weeks…read morethat I was met with crankiness that I wasn't able to totally communicate in french but that's okay. Don't let one grump ruin the experience. It is a lovely place.

THE FOOD ------------------…read more+ THEEEEEE gold standard for macarons in Paris ... or anywhere for that matter. + Macarons here are a little crisp, a little pillowy softness and a whollllllle bunch of flavor. - It cost a pretty penny (about 3 Euros for 1 piece), but you won't regret it for a second when you bite into one of these addictively delicious treats. THE SERVICE ----------------------- + All class, top notch white glove service - literally - they handle the macarons with much care like it were gold! THE SURROUNDINGS ------------------------------------ + Located in the heart of the Champs-Élysées on Rue Lincoln, so, YES, it is busy like rush hour outside ... and inside. + There are 2 sides to this massive flagship location - you can either make a purchase of macarons at their store OR dine/sit down in their tea house. Both have lines to wait on, but making a purchase only takes about 10 minutes on a weekend, while dining in looks like an unimaginable wait! + The store to make a macaron purchase at has 3 tables to sit around to enjoy your purchase of delicious macarons. You MUST catch someone about to leave (like we did) in order to snag a table. RANDOM OBSERVATIONS ------------------------------------------- = Expect waits on a weekend afternoon, especially to sit down in the tea room. If you just make a store purchase, it's only about a 10 minute wait ... and you'll be thanking your legs for that. = It's a tourist destination in itself, so expect LOTS of people taking photos of this location. CONCLUSION ----------------------- = Yes, I'm from the tri-state area and they've had a Laduree in NYC since 2011, but there's alwayyyyys something special about going to one of the originals and this spot is no different.

- Busy, busy, busy location right on the Champs-Élysées; there was a steady line on Easter Sunday…read morefor macarons; bright, inviting space with beautiful, colorful displays showcasing the full range of treats - Friendly, efficient, and professional service that kept things moving despite the crowds - 12-count mixed macarons were excellent--delicate, light shells with rich fillings that felt indulgent without being overly sweet - Pricey, but worth it for an occasional treat or special stop - Separate coffee shop offering a selection of hot beverages to pair with your sweets - Limited seating with a bar table and a couple of small tables; first come, first served - Restrooms available upstairs in the restaurant dining area

I came here during my last morning in Paris. Of course I did my usual routine of buying a lot of…read morepastries: chocolate croissants and madeleines for my kids! Everything was nice and yummy. The madeleines were moist and fresh even days after. Highly recommend!

My favorite bakery in Paris. Awesome pastries and great sandwiches. Coffee is quick and good. I…read morealways grab a Ham, Cheese and butter sandwich for the flight back to the US. Super friendly and family run.

Perfect neighborhood gem when visiting the Musee Marmottan. We stopped here for breakfast and…read morelunch. They are also open Sunday's. The staff are amazing and wonderful with kids. For lunch I ordered the Salads du Thon. Generous portions of tuna and veggies. My daughter ordered the saucisse francfort. We were worried she would hate it, but ended up loving it. The deserts are the best part. I had a citron tartelette. My daughter had the worlds largest macaron. My wife had a caneles, which was amazing. After dessert they gave my girls each some candy from their candy bin. You could tell this is really a local gem based on the clientele and they the waitstaff knew many of the patrons by name. If you are up for a traditional Parisienne Boulangerie/Cafe, this is the place. Highly recommend!

Stopped in on a Sunday as I strolled by, found the world's largest macaron, stuffed with cream and…read morefresh strawberries, so I sat on the sidewalk cafe, ordered exactly that and a cappuccino. There is a nice indoor dining area, and outdoor cafe- take your pick. There is also a very active counter business where folks are just swinging by and picking up their pastries and bread. A beautiful case full of delicious things awaits- a nice find!

This place was decent. It doesn't have a large selection of pastries but it has the essentials like…read morebaguettes and croissants. I don't know if you need to go earlier but if the pastries were warm like other places I feel like that would be a game changer. I enjoy the fresh squeezed orange juice, highly recommended. Slight communication issue not speaking French but was definitely able to make it work.

Incredible neighborhood bakery. Love the quiche, pain au chocolat , and Lattes. Not the lines that…read moresome on the larger Aves have

This place is a hidden Gem, I love the quich I almost ate two if it wasn't in a diet. The raspberry…read moretreats are perfect