As soon as the warm weather arrives, strawberry tarts reappear in the windows of Parisian pastry shops . More than just a springtime dessert, it's a sweet ritual that returns with the first Gariguette strawberries and other seasonal varieties. While the traditional version made with shortcrust pastry, vanilla pastry cream, and fresh strawberries remains a sure bet, many pastry shops are now revisiting this classic with creativity.
Some chefs focus on precision in the assembly, with strawberries cut to the millimeter and arranged in a spiral or rosette pattern. Others dare to experiment with variations, incorporating basil, Timut pepper, or verbena-infused cream. You can also find strawberry tarts with a dacquoise base, a fruity insert, diplomat cream, or even crunchy elements to add contrast.
The choice of strawberries is often highlighted: Mara des Bois, Gariguette, Charlotte, from local or French producers. The most committed pastry shops naturally favor seasonality and short supply chains to guarantee maximum freshness. So, whether you want an individual serving or something to share, rustic or elegant, here are the best places to eat strawberry tart in Paris this spring!
Pleincœur, opening of Atelier Noisette & Chocolat by Maxime Frédéric: boutique and workshop
Maxime Frédéric and his family are opening a hazelnut factory in the heart of Paris, in the 17th arrondissement! We take you on a tour of this new Pleincœur spot, which combines in-house praline production, workshops with upcoming masterclasses and a gourmet boutique. [Read more]
Le Ritz Paris Le Comptoir by François Perret, now with 2 locations in Paris, including one on the Left Bank
Ritz Paris Le Comptoir is François Perret's signature patisserie-tea room, now on rue Cambon and rue de Sèvres. Two Parisian addresses for a sweet, chic and generous interlude, between elongated croissants, madeleines, original éclairs and pastry drinks. [Read more]
The refined pastries of Nour Kandler, from La Garenne-Colombes to Paris and her workshops
Nour Kandler is an extremely gifted self-taught pastry chef who offers elegant creations and personalized workshops from her studio in La Garenne-Colombes, with pick-up in Paris Saint-Lazare. We fell in love with her delicious cakes and entremets, which combine aesthetic beauty and taste. [Read more]
Bacha Coffee on the Champs-Élysées is open: discover this Moroccan coffee palace in Paris
Bacha Coffee Champs-Élysées opens its very first European flagship at 26, avenue des Champs-Élysées in Paris, this Thursday, April 17, 2025. This exceptional 1,500 sq. m. venue offers a unique sensory experience with 200 100% Arabica coffees, in a setting inspired by Dar el Bacha in Marrakech. [Read more]
La Pâtisserie Mélilot, the 20th arrondissement's artisanal gourmet haunt
La Pâtisserie Mélilot is the charming gourmet haunt nestled on rue de la Réunion in Paris's 20ᵉ arrondissement. Imagined by chef Sabrina Allard, this little neighborhood nugget offers us a short range of artisanal cakes and pastries. Among them are creations based on melilot, an aromatic plant with vanilla and tonka bean aromas that deserves to be better known. [Read more]
Maison Aleph's Levantine strawberry tart
Gourmands, let's stop everything and head for the 4th arrondissement to discover Maison Aleph's strawberry tart. Ciflorette strawberries, orange blossom cream and Iranian pistachios on a filo pastry puff, it's a dinguerie. [Read more]
Strawberry tart from Boulangerie l'Essentiel
The seasonal strawberry tart is back. Crisp shortcrust pastry topped with a vanilla mascarpone cream that conceals a bergamot confit, topped with pretty, tasty French strawberries. To try it is to love it. [Read more]
L'Epicerie des Ateliers du Bristol
L'Epicerie du Bristol Paris welcomes you to its chic, modern boutique, where you'll find everything from the finest wines and chocolates to Pascal Hainigue's fine pastries and Eric Frechon's exceptional dishes. [Read more]
Oh Oui! the healthy, no-sugar-added Parisian patisserie unveils its strawberry tart
Oh Oui! is the healthy, no-sugar-added, low glycemic index pastry shop in Paris. Its pastries are ideal for diabetics, but also for anyone who wants to watch out for carbohydrate overload. So why not combine indulgence with good health? Check out this season's novelties, such as the divine strawberry-almond tart. [Read more]
Find the location of all these places by clicking on the map at the bottom of the article.
