Angelina, Paris, France -- April 12…read more Our family of four with kids ages 9 and 10 stopped here for lunch after visiting the Louvre, drawn in by its reputation for having the best hot chocolate in the world. We were looking for a place to relax and refuel, and the experience felt a bit mixed overall. Arrival and First Impressions The space is elegant with classic Parisian charm. The line moved quickly, and we were seated with a great view of the dining room. It felt refined but still comfortable. The Highlights The famous hot chocolate lived up to expectations, thick, rich, and almost more like a dessert than a drink. We also had French onion soup and an éclair, both of which were very good. The pastries were clearly well made and thoughtfully prepared. The kids had chicken tenders, which they enjoyed, even though the tomato sauce was a bit different from what they expected. The Challenges The biggest drawback was the price. The meal felt expensive for what we ordered, coming in at €154 for a fairly simple lunch. Service felt slightly rushed as they moved tables along quickly. Final Thoughts We would likely return if we were nearby and specifically craving the hot chocolate again. It is a classic Paris stop and worth trying once, but the value may not justify going out of your way unless that signature experience is high on your list.

So Angelina's fine. For me, it's a bit hyped up. My sister, loved it. She even bought their…read moreprepackaged bottle of hot chocolate to take home. This hot chocolate is decadent. It really tastes like melted chocolate with a bit of milk mixed in to make it more drinkable. We went at a bit of an off time, late morning and it wasn't overly busy. We saw our server once and I couldn't recall who he was when it came time to get the bill. I asked a hostess walking by for our check and she told me to ask our server while walking away. We were able to flag another server down eventually but the whole process just took too long. The tables for four have chairs that don't quite tuck in causing for a bit awkward seating. If you like really thick hot chocolate, give it a try but otherwise ok to miss this one. Plenty of good hot chocolate throughout the city.

A traditional bakery in Le Marais. We dropped by to pick up one of their traditional baguette and…read moreit's soso delicious for our picnic by the Eiffle Tower.

This is a very attractive boulangerie in the Marais - everything looks beautiful & it drew me in…read more However, these were just average eclairs compared with the many others I've had in Paris and elsewhere. I also had a pain aux raisin here, and it was also average.

I love this place. Lovely staff, good coffee and cakes, proper hot chocolate, and nice atmosphere…read more It's a little pricey, but for a once in a while tea or coffee with friends or to browse their little gift section, it's perfect.

From the owner: décoration de charme, pour la maison et le jardin. salon de…read morethé, thés Mariage Frères servis dans le salon devant la cheminée ou dans le jardin fleuri d'une maison de campagne.

Exquisite French-style Afternoon Tea. Delicate, beautiful, refined, and delicious pastries…read more Masterfully brewed teas. Divine champagne. Time Stood Still. The glorious red armchairs, the gold tables, the stunning bouquet of roses, the ornate clocks, the marble fireplace, the wood paneling, the impressive service. CHEERS!

Tea at the Ritz, what a treat!…read more The pastry work of Francois Perret was extraordinary and made for an absolutely relaxing afternoon respite. Make a reservation and spoil yourself. That's ooh la la la with an extra la!

AVOID AT ALL COSTS! VERY DECEPTIVE!…read more Walking by outside we had seen a sign for breakfast. 1 orange juice+ 1 expresso + 1 croissant for 3.60€ Once inside we inquired and they said they were out of croissants but could give us something similar. We received the bill for almost 20€! Our orange juices were almost 5€ a piece. It's not okay to be so deceptive and treat customers this way. I would not recommend anyone visiting to come to this place.

This is a good place to drink coffee and people-watch. The espresso-jus d'orange-croissant special…read moreis a good deal. My mother has been raving about the salad she had here for months. There are different prices for the desserts if you take them away or eat them sitting down.