Tea time guide

La table des Bernardins, the unusual café-restaurant nestled in the nave of the Collège des Bernardins

La Table des Bernardins, located in the emblematic Collège des Bernardins in the 5th arrondissement of Paris, is the ideal spot for a meal or a break in an atypical, historic setting. Open Monday to Friday from 10am to 6pm, this restaurant-café offers a varied cuisine, ideal for a relaxing lunch or a passing snack.

We sampled the Salons du Prince, Shangri-La's new restaurant inspired by the Belle Époque.

The Shangri-La Paris has unveiled Les Salons du Prince, an intimate restaurant tucked away within its historic salons on Avenue d'Iéna, listed as Monuments Historiques. With its elegant Belle Époque décor and a menu that balances timeless classics with rare, exceptional ingredients, we checked it out—and here’s everything you need to know.

Kys Paris, a Danish-style tea salon located right in the heart of Paris

In the bustling heart of the Montorgueil neighborhood, Kys Paris offers a delightful Danish escape from the everyday. Charlotte and Peter serve up a rare treat in Paris: flødeboller, now affectionately known as “kys.” This cozy tea shop-cum-boutique radiates hygge, inviting you to unwind and indulge.

The George V Paris 2026 hosts an exceptional Easter tea time—an ode to spring

The Four Seasons Hotel George V Paris is offering an exceptional Easter tea time at La Véranda from March 27 to April 6, 2026. Indulge in flavors of chocolate, strawberries, and rhubarb… A delicious experience crafted by Michael Bartocetti, Guillaume Cabrol, and their talented team.

Louis Vuitton’s Tea Time by Maxime Frédéric: Elegant and couture-inspired – our photos

Louis Vuitton Tea Time invites you to the heart of Paris, where every bite becomes a little luxury signed by Maxime Frédéric, World's Best Pastry Chef. From mini savory bites to jewel-like desserts, everything can be nibbled, savored, and contemplated like a haute couture creation. Here, Café Maxime Frédéric at Louis Vuitton transforms the gourmet break into a chic and indulgent ritual to be savored with your fingertips.

We tried Emily's Tea Time at the Hôtel du Louvre in Paris—here's everything you need to know.

L'Hôtel du Louvre, a five-star gem nestled in the heart of the 1st arrondissement, offers a charming Emily Tea Time beneath its grand historic glass canopy. Inspired by the beloved series Emily in Paris, this delightful experience runs from Wednesday to Sunday until the end of March 2026. L'Officine du Louvre invites guests to indulge in this flavorful escape, where haute couture pastries and Chef Julien Delhome’s creative treats capture the spirited charm of the iconic Parisian heroine.

The Christmas and winter tea time at Printemps Haussmann — indulgent and budget-friendly

This winter, Printemps Haussmann is offering a charming tea time experience that’s both indulgent and budget-friendly, with a New York theme running throughout the season. Head inside the Blue Coupole, beneath the glass dome, to enjoy a generous selection of sweet and savory treats every afternoon until the end of January 2026.

Chess and Cakes, tea time and chess tournament at the Monsieur George hotel, one Sunday a month

To combine food and thought, head to the Monsieur George hotel, which organizes a chess tournament one Sunday a month, accompanied by a tea-time.

The George V’s Exceptional Christmas and Winter Tea Time for 2025-2026

Are you dreaming of an unforgettable Christmas tea experience? Head over to the Four Seasons George V Paris to indulge in their holiday offering. From December 5, 2025, to January 6, 2026, indulge in this exquisite seasonal treat specially crafted for the festive season of 2025.

The charming and affordable tea time experience at Jardin de Mademoiselle, a hidden gem in the 7th arrondissement of Paris

Le Jardin de Mademoiselle, a charming tea salon tucked away in the 7th arrondissement near Les Invalides, offers a personalized tea time experience every day, tailored to your cravings and budget. This time, we’re inviting you to explore their delightful tea time options in a whimsical setting—perfect for any season.

Dior 30 Montaigne: unique tea times at the Monsieur Dior restaurant and Le Jardin by Yannick Alléno

Tea time takes on an air of haute couture at Maison Dior, at 30 Montaigne. At Le Jardin by Yannick Alléno and the Monsieur Dior restaurant, afternoon tea is transformed into an exceptional sweet ritual, where each creation reflects the audacity and expertise of multi-starred chef Yannick Alléno.

The exclusive and accessible Christmas Tea Time at the Scribe Paris Opéra 2025

Let us take you on a journey to discover Christmas tea time at Le Scribe in the Rivages restaurant. In this cozy setting that makes us see life through rose-colored glasses, we can enjoy an affordable and refined tea time from December 1 to 31, 2025.

The InterContinental Paris le Grand's unique tea time for the 150th anniversary of the Opéra Garnier

The InterContinental Paris le Grand, in the 9th arrondissement, is celebrating 150 years of the Opéra Garnier with an exceptional tea time. From November 29, 2025, to January 4, 2026, head to La Verrière for a Christmas afternoon tea with a ballet theme.

Tea time at Violetta et Alfredo in Paris: excellent and affordable.

Tea time for €22 in a Parisian tea room with enchanting decor? Violetta et Alfredo, nestled in Paris's 9th arrondissement, offers this option every day from 2:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. in 2025, including petits fours, savory creations, and homemade pastries. We tried it and we'll tell you all about it.

We tried a new, exceptional tea time in Paris that you're going to love.

The Café Antonia at Bristol Paris unveils its new tea time created by Maxence Barbot, who has designed his first afternoon tea for the palace. We tried this gourmet interlude, which combines delicious savory and sweet dishes in an elegant setting. We'll tell you all about it!

We tried an enchanting tea time in Versailles in the Yvelines department.

The Waldorf Astoria Versailles - Trianon Palace offers tea time every day in its elegant Peacock Alley. Orchestrated by pastry chef Eddie Benghanem, this afternoon tea in the Yvelines can be enjoyed from 3pm to 6pm, with a weekday menu and a more elaborate weekend version. We tried it and we'll tell you all about it.

Hôtel de Crillon x Marie-Antoinette: a royal tea time in collaboration with Manolo Blahnik—photos

At the Crillon, Marie-Antoinette takes back the reins of style. Between a free exhibition signed Manolo Blahnik (until October 18) and a royal tea time, the most fashionable queen in history is turning the Parisian palace upside down. Heels, pastries and champagne... elegance takes a bow on Place de la Concorde until November 23, 2025.

Tea time hidden under the Printemps Haussmann cupola by Bryan Esposito and Xavier Pistol

Why not make yourself comfortable at Bleu Coupole, the restaurant under the immense dome of Printemps Haussmann, to discover the gourmet tea time of Bryan Esposito and Xavier Pistol? Both gourmet and accessible every day, there's something for everyone.

The exceptional Christmas Tea Time 2025 at the Trianon Palace in Versailles with an intimate concert

The Waldorf Astoria Trianon Palace in Versailles is offering an exceptional experience on December 6, 2025: Royal Afternoon Tea created by Chef Eddie Benghanem, accompanied by an intimate concert with a harpist and soprano singer from the Royal Opera. A sensory experience combining culinary refinement and musical elegance in the sumptuous Peacock Alley.

Christmas tea time at The Peninsula Paris 2025, a gourmet and refined tea time

Want to enjoy a gourmet and festive moment in December? The Peninsula Paris unveils its Christmas 2025 tea time at Le Lobby restaurant, a delicate experience created by pastry chef Anne Coruble, to be savored from December 1 to 30, 2025.