I have been to Ladurée before (for the cookies), but this time? We ventured up to the tea shop…read more Heads up: if you are coming on the weekend, there will probably be a wait, but please don't let that discourage you! The tea shop on the second floor is absolutely adorable and really should be on any pastry-lover's bucket list (ditto if you are into tea houses). Calm, refined, and civilized, it embodies everything that "tea" should be. Mom ordered a pot of tea and she deemed it delicious (she is often disappointed by hot tea--it is rare that we find an establishment that makes it properly). I ordered the hot chocolate with chantilly, and it filled me with mirth. (Warning: it is a dessert unto itself. This is not the insipid cocoa that comes from powder in an envelope. Imagine a cup of chocolate truffle, and you are about right.) We both ordered the plaisir sucrée, and now I need to go back to Paris to take a pastry class. Definitely come here for a special treat tea.

- Free WiFi but no outlets - Friendly staff who speak…read moreEnglish well - Famous for macaroons, you can purchase at the Store downstairs for takeaway - or if waiting to dine in, head upstairs where there are 8 tables We went upstairs to sit and enjoy afternoon tea, complete with delicious Macaroons, pastry, tea, and a pretty cappuccino. It was a cozy and intimate setting and overall a great experience. Of course, the macaroons were amazing! Loved that the cappuccino came with their logo on top of the foam. And they gave us 2 scrumptious Laduree chocolate squares, which was a nice treat!

I can get Ladurée anytime I want at home, but Pierre Hermé is a whole different proposition. Best…read morebelieve I wasn't leaving Paris without trying some Pierre Hermé macarons! I wish I could remember what macarons I had, but honestly it doesn't really matter because they're all amazing. No question in my mind that it's better than Ladurée. Also had an Infinitely Vanilla Tart, which was also quite delectable. Staff here are nice, although it is a bit hustle and bustle as it is not its own store but inside Galeries Lafayette. Definitely gotta try an actual Pierre Hermé next time I come to Paris.

We came on a Saturday night to pick up some desserts. We got the rose, lychee, raspberry macaron…read more(Isphan) and the mille feuille which was caramel flavoured. Both were absolutely delicious. A bit on the sweeter side but the flavours were on point. The mille feuille was crunchy. The hazelnut flavour was prominent. The isphan macaron wasn't overly sweet. The macaron was chewy and crunchy. Lychee flavour was there and the rose flavour was perfect. Would definitely recommend picking up both of these desserts. The service was friendly and fast. They have a good system going on where you line up to order and then line up to pay. Price wise it is expensive - but the quality is there to justify it

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.

I was advised to stop by an éclair as part of my patisserie rotation while in Paris. I had no idea…read moreuntil the last couple of days of my trip that my apartment was right around the corner from a patisserie exclusively for éclairs! To be fair, they did also sell artisan chocolate and cookies, but the éclairs were obviously the bread and butter of the shop. The éclairs at L'Éclair de Génie were stunning, and it was hard to just choose one or a few to try. One that particularly stood out to me was an éclair that looked like it was spray painted in a shiny bronze color. (By the way this particular éclair was amazing.) I ended up getting a box of mini éclairs for 35€. 3,50€ per mini was a bit pricey considering that I've seen full-sized éclairs for the same price or even cheaper at other places. The éclairs were overall great. I tried every one but the lemon flavor, and they did not disappoint. The bronze one was exceptional as I had hoped for. I also particularly liked the ones with vanilla bean filling. Although I reserve the best éclair I ever had from a different patisserie that I won't name here (but feel free to ask me about it), these éclairs were top notch.

I had high hopes for this place but I only liked few of their flavors and only their filling. The…read moreoutside felt like an airy casing and the glaze had a rubbery texture.

Near the Sacré-Coeur & Place du Tertre sits Biscuiterie de Montmartre. The adorable shop sells, as…read morethe name indicates, biscuits, macarons, madeleines, meringue, & confections of that nature. We were greeted warmly by pleasant staff & the gentleman helping us gave samples of small coconut cookies (I believe they were macaroons.) The prominently-displayed madeleines caught my eye, mainly the raspberry filled (2,70 €) with a bit of jam peeking through, as well as the pistachio flavor (2,20 €) with its unmistakeable green hue. The shell-shaped cakes were sweet & spongy, as to be expected, but not markedly special. A passable pick-me-up while we strolled hilly Montmartre, but after one try, I'm not in a rush to return.

I was immediately drawn to Biscuiterie de Montmartre when I noticed their Olympics-themed window…read moredisplay that featured miniature statues participating in various sporting events - using cookies as their sporting equipment (the Olympics were right around the corner). Upon stepping inside, the friendly associate behind the counter generously offered us samples of freshly-baked coconut cookies. I decided to purchase a couple of the coconut cookies as well as pistachio madeleines - one of my favorite flavors. Both tasted incredibly fresh. I couldn't resist getting a bag of the almond cookies for the road, and I later discovered that these tasted just like marzipan candy. While located in a touristy shopping area, Biscuiterie de Montmartre felt charming and stood out for their selection of high-quality cookies and sweets that are perfect for gifting.

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.

Stopped in for a macaron, specifically the Ispahan - rose, lychee, and raspberry - which was…read moredelicious. Walked away with a box of several other varieties. All were beautiful.

Delicious and according to our food tour, one of the best, but this location is not in Yelp, arr. 4…read moreon the island

We visited this spot on our last trip to Paris, and my daughter, who loves macarons, couldn't get…read moreenough of them. Great service, nice atmosphere, and delicious macarons. If you're nearby and love a good treat, this place is worth a stop.

Amazing light fluffy macaroons!! I got 2 boxes of 12 and the flavors that stuck out to me were:…read more ISPAHAN 5/5 * subtle hints of raspberry with a thick rose and letchi/lychee taste!! If you love lychee get this! I like how the rose doesn't overpower any of the flavors and complements the lychee!! CHAMPS DE MARS 4/5 * if you live black truffle/truffle Noir, you'd love this!! It's a combination of both flavors and is very strong!! INFINIMENT MANDARINE 5/5 * has mandarine orange and candid orange bits in it!! Sweet and tangy, just how I like it!!