Paris is overflowing with museums of all kinds. There's something for everyone, from history and fashion to design, music, architecture and cinema, with varied and exciting exhibitions to discover all year round. But filling up on so much culture... it's a real digger!
Parisian museums understand this. That's why so many of them offer a café or restaurant on their premises. Before or after your visit, a quick trip to one of Paris's museum restaurants is sure to satisfy a hungry appetite, or even provide a veritable feast!
On sunny days, the museums' leafy terraces and hidden gardens are even the ideal place to relax away from the hustle and bustle of the city, while enjoying a drink and a bite to eat. What's more, most museum restaurants in Paris follow a theme linked to the museum that hosts them, paying homage to an artist, a fashion, a country...
Discover the restaurants located inside Paris museums!
Les Petites Mains in the gardens of the Palais Galliera, lunches and dinners overlooking the Eiffel Tower
The gardens of the Palais Galliera once again play host to Les Petites Mains. On the plates, seasonal cuisine by Jared Phillips, in the sweet section, creations by pastry chef Paloma Laguette, and in the glasses, cocktails by mixologist Vincent Diener. A terrace restaurant ideal for soaking up the sun, facing the Eiffel Tower. [Read more]
Fabula, the Musée Carnavalet's terrace restaurant, returns with a menu designed by Thomas Chisholm
Fabula, the terrace restaurant at Paris's Musée Carnavalet, is back for the summer season. From May 8, 2024 to October, chef Thomas Chisholm and mixologist Vincent Diener offer an enchanting interlude in a historic setting. [Read more]
Le M., Musée du Vin in Paris: tastings, restaurant, exhibitions, concerts & parties!
Did you know that Paris has its own wine museum? Located in the capital's 16th arrondissement, this historic institution invites you to stroll through its 15th-century vaulted cellars and discover all the secrets of wine culture. Renovated and renamed M. Musée du Vin, the venue promises a rich program of restaurants, tasting courses, taste experiences, temporary exhibitions, concerts and Parisian soirées. [Read more]
The Petit Palais café-restaurant in Paris is transformed into a concept store
Ideally nestled in the heart of the Petit Palais, in a lush setting, the café-restaurant is sure to seduce. This autumn, the spot is transformed into an innovative concept store, with a menu designed by Amandine Chaignot and pastries by Claire Heitzler. We tell you all about it. [Read more]
Le Café de l'Homme: the Trocadéro's terrace restaurant with a breathtaking view of the Eiffel Tower
Café de l'Homme boasts one of the finest views of the Eiffel Tower. We're off to discover this restaurant, whose terrace offers a breathtaking view of the Trocadero and the Iron Lady. [Read more]
Mademoiselle Angelina, tea room and terrace at the Musée du Luxembourg
Mademoiselle Angelina is the name of Angelina's trendier concept which is waiting for you at the Musée du Luxembourg's tea room. A relaxed atmosphere and a terrace on the edge of the Jardin du Luxembourg await you. You will discover exclusive creations. [Read more]
Discover the Café-salon de thé Rose Bakery and its verdant terrace at the Musée de la Vie Romantique
The Café-salon de thé Rose Bakery at the Musée de la Vie Romantique is the hidden nugget that welcomes you to a green, soothing setting with a superb terrace. Available all year round, in the garden and the greenhouse, it's the place to be for lunch or a sweet break. [Read more]
Rose Bakery at the Maison de Balzac, the café-tea room and terrace in a bucolic garden
A confidential coffee shop tucked away in the hidden, leafy garden of the Maison de Balzac, here's something to tempt us. With its all-organic, homemade menu, luminous setting overlooking a relaxing garden and Eiffel Tower view, it's hard not to be seduced. [Read more]
Rhodia, the café-restaurant of the Bourdelle Museum arrives
The Bourdelle Museum reopens its doors after several months of work, and unveils a new café-restaurant to be discovered as of March 28, 2023, within the former workshops of the famous sculptor. Named Le Rhodia in homage to Antoine Bourdelle's daughter, this spot promises an original and comforting menu, inspired by the artist's life. [Read more]
Dar Mima, Jamel Debbouze's restaurant, in tribute to his mother, on the roof of the Arab World Institute
An address high up in the sky, to taste the cuisine of Fatima, Jamel Debbouze's mother. This is what awaits you at Dar Mima, the restaurant signed by the artist and Paris Society on the roof of the Arab World Institute. [Read more]
Café Renoir, the superb hidden terrace of the Montmartre Museum
Café Renoir, hidden in the garden of the Montmartre Museum, awaits you for a break in its glass roof or in its green garden in summer. Just a step away from the Sacré Coeur, come to make a bucolic and greedy pause within this hidden and confidential terrace-tea room which proposes a sweet and salty offer. [Read more]
BAL Café, the Recho's restaurant of solidarity
BAL Café is the Recho's solidarity address, which once again aims to combine cuisine and hospitality by helping refugees learn about ethical and militant cooking. [Read more]
Bambini, the Italian canteen of the Palais de Tokyo and its terrace under the parasols
The dolce vita is invited to the Palais de Tokyo with the Italian trattoria Bambini, where you can enjoy an aperitivo with friends and cocktails with Italian flavors on the large terrace, under the parasols. [Read more]
Le Camondo, a divine responsible cuisine and a green terrace on the edge of the Parc Monceau
Le Camondo, this restaurant next to the Nissim de Camondo Museum, ideally located near the Parc Monceau in the 8th arrondissement, is a real nugget to discover. With its beautiful historical spaces, its green terrace and its beautiful fresh cuisine orchestrated by the Chef Fanny Herpin, this is a gourmet escapade that we warmly recommend. [Read more]
La Halle aux Grains, elegant gastronomy by Michel and Sébastien Bras at the Bourse de Commerce
Michelin-starred chefs Michel and Sébastien Bras have set up shop in the historic Bourse de Commerce at La Halle aux Grains, a timeless restaurant where the grain regains all its nobility. [Read more]
Mimosa, Jean-François Piège’s restaurant at the Hôtel de la Marine opens
Mimosa is Jean-François Piège’s restaurant opening very soon at the Hôtel de la Marine serving a never-before-seen food concept in Paris: a deviled egg (English for “oeuf mimosa” in French) bar but not only. Go and discover this unique place with majestic decor while enjoying the chef's dishes. [Read more]
Café Lapérouse, the explorers' brasserie at the Hôtel de la Marine
If the Hôtel de la Marine is a must-see cultural jewel in Paris, the Café Lapérouse it houses is also a not-to-be-missed stopover. The restaurant's menu proudly pays homage to navigators, including explorer Jean-François de La Pérouse. A magnificent setting and fresh, gourmet cuisine worthy of the monument! [Read more]
L'Augustine, the restaurant of the Rodin Museum
Now reopened, the Rodin Museum unveils its new restaurant, L'Augustine, and its beautiful green terrace overlooking the museum's sculpture garden. A small haven of peace and greed thanks to the chef Amandine Chaignot. [Read more]
Terraces and rooftops in Paris museums and monuments this spring-summer 2024
A beautiful exhibition, a good drink or a meal on the terrace: it's the perfect combination for a quality day out. And when you can combine the two, it's even better! Fortunately, many museums and art venues offer the chance to relax on their terraces or rooftops. Discover the best "Museum & Chill" venues in Paris for the season, this spring-summer 2024. [Read more]