Parisian Perfection: A Guide to 8 Must-Try Bakeries in Paris
Happy World Baking Day! Check out these 8 bakeries to visit in Paris.
In Paris, bakeries and pastries are more than just culinary delights—they are a cherished part of the city's cultural heritage. The aroma of freshly baked baguettes and the sight of artfully crafted pastries in shop windows are iconic Parisian experiences. These French bakeries, also known as "boulangeries" and "pâtisseries," are woven into the daily life of Parisians, serving as communal hubs where locals gather for their morning croissants and afternoon éclairs.
Each bakery tells a story of tradition, craftsmanship, and passion for the art of baking. Whether it's the flakiness of a perfectly made croissant or the delicate layers of a mille-feuille, Parisian pastries embody the city's dedication to gastronomic excellence and its flair for turning everyday moments into exquisite experiences. And when better to experience all this goodness than on World Baking Day?
L'OFFICIEL recognizes there are hundreds of amazing bakeries in Paris, so we've curated a go-to guide of Paris bakeries to visit on your next trip to the city of lights.
With multiple locations in Paris, It's widely agreed that Pierre Hermé is the place to be for unique flavors of macarons. These innovative flavor combinations—like white truffles and hazelnuts, chocolate and foie gras, and his signature creation, Ispahan, which blends lychee, raspberry, and rose—Hermé's iconic macarons and pastries showcase his unparalleled creativity and expertise.
Paris bakery The Chambelland was born from the vision of two creative, free-spirited individuals. Thomas Teffri-Chambelland, originally a trained biologist, transitioned to a career in baking, focusing on organic sourdough bread. In 2007, he founded the École Internationale De Boulangerie, a training school for aspiring bakers. Nathaniel Doboin, a globe-trotting businessman with a background in advertising, left his corporate career to pursue a meaningful venture in the food industry. With an assortment of fresh breads and pastries, you can't miss out on this.
This independent pastry shop, created by Chef Gilles Marchal, is renowned for its exquisite madeleines in flavors such as lemon zest, grand cru dark chocolate, pine honey, and pistachio. Marchal also excels in crafting sablé (shortbread) cookies and innovative takes on classic desserts like baba au rhum. A January visit is a must to sample his famous galette des rois (King's Cake). The shop's warm and inviting ambiance is enhanced by its cozy, compact space.
Founded in 1730 by King Louis XV’s pastry chef, Nicolas Stohrer, Stohrer is the oldest patisserie in Paris and a cornerstone of the city's culinary history. Located on rue Montorgueil, this legendary establishment exudes timeless charm and elegance. Its lavish décor, crafted by a student of Paul Baudry—the artist behind the Opéra Garnier's interiors—adds to its historical allure. Now a listed historical site, Stohrer continues to enchant visitors with its rich legacy and exquisite pastries, and is a must-visit Paris bakery for every foodie.
Crafting products on-site from the finest raw materials, this bakery prioritizes short supply chains, sourcing ingredients directly from producers whenever possible, such as milk from the Beaulieu estate farm in Seine-et-Marne. Committed to quality, they use 100% organic flour, milk, eggs, seeds, dried fruits, and chocolate. This Paris bakery offer a range of baked goods including delicious tarts with seasonal fresh fruits, chocolates with melting cocoa, juicy and crispy fresh apple turnovers, and golden croissants that are sure to delight your taste buds.
Tapisserie offers artisanal, seasonal pastries crafted on-site. Emphasizing quality and sustainability, they use stone-milled organic flours and source creamery products, eggs, and fruits from life-respecting farms. Their grocery products, including chocolate, sugar, and vanilla, are traceable and fair trade. Tapisserie also serves as a coffee shop, offering on-site or takeaway options. Starting at 8:30 a.m., the day is punctuated with several fresh batches of coffee and pastries, ensuring a delightful experience for all.
Eric Kayser is a celebrated baker in Paris, born into a family of bakers. He opened his first Parisian bakery in 1996, and since then, his bakeries have become a renowned brand, with locations across the capital and around the globe. Offering a variety of breads, pastries, savory dishes, and gluten-free options, there's something to delight every palate. The hallmark of his success is the distinctive "Monge Baguette," a must-try for anyone visiting his bakeries.
This family-run pastry shop and tea salon, led by pastry chef Fiona Leluc, began with her passion for sablés (shortbread cookies). Sablé serves as the foundation for their creations, with heart-shaped or mini "sandwich" cookies with seasonal fillings like wild strawberry, passion fruit, and blood orange. Shareable tartes spotlight the best of seasonal fruits and flavors, encased in a light and delicate shortbread crust. The tea salon offers a full lunch, weekend brunch, and teatime featuring hot chocolate, coffee, or tea.
