The best brunches in Paris you must try

By Violaine Schütz.

Ladurée’s phenomenal brunch

Inside the romantic, luxurious, and flowery tearoom at Ladurée Champs-Élysées, a truly exceptional brunch is served every Sunday. The iconic venue offers a self-serve buffet of refined dishes ranging from Wagyu beef to lobster, oysters, and smoked salmon. While the tasty dishes – burger, salt-crusted sea bass, croque-monsieur, shrimp brioche – are certainly worth it, the house pastries steal the show. Among a dazzling array of colourful macarons, Ladurée’s signature, a chocolate fountain, freshly baked waffles, French toast, and slices of delicious bûche, making a choice is no easy task. The cherry on top? A pianist performs R&B and pop classics from the 2000s throughout the brunch.

Ladurée, 75 avenue des Champs-Élysées, 75008 Paris.

Le Chalet des Îles: a change of scenery for brunch

The Chalet des Îles is worth a detour, not only for its generous Sunday brunch – a variety of salads, seafood, barbecue, pastries, fresh juices – but also for its exceptional setting. As a true haven of peace in the heart of nature, the spot must be earned. You will have to take a small boat across the water to reach the pavilion. After enjoying a smoothie or freshly baked crêpes, you can stroll around the island or row a boat across the lower lake of the Bois de Boulogne. Enough to make you feel worlds away from Paris, even though this chic spot is only a few metres from the capital.

Le Chalet des Îles, Bois de Boulogne, Embarcadère du Chalet des Îles, Porte de la Muette, inner ring of the lake, 75016 Paris. Brunch served every Sunday.

The all-American brunch at Ralph’s

Opened in 2010, Ralph’s, the restaurant of Ralph Lauren’s Parisian flagship, has quickly become a go-to spot on the Left Bank. The venue will celebrate its fifteenth anniversary in a few months and continues to draw in Parisians and tourists alike. The most curious will discover the wood-panelled setting of a 17th-century townhouse and sample the 100% American menu of this refined, discreet spot. Highlights include the mini lobster rolls, house-made fruit pancakes, Waldorf salad, and Benedict eggs. As for dessert, Ralph Lauren’s favourite brownie served with vanilla ice cream is sure to leave a lasting impression.

Ralph’s, 173 Bd Saint-Germain, 75006 Paris.

Yannick Alléno’s Pavyllon: open kitchen and refined cuisine

Arguably one of the most sophisticated brunches in Paris. Pavyllon Paris – Yannick Alléno offers an array of exquisite dishes every Sunday at the counter, in front of an open kitchen. Exceptional lobster rolls, a revamped omelette with pecorino emulsion, a gougère turned into a sandwich, cold chicken with crispy chicken skin chips and lovage mayo, a salmon blini both tender and crisp, a chocolate profiterole with a rich, spicy sauce that is gourmet, but not overly sweet… The entire menu is a masterclass in elegance and taste.

Pavyllon Paris – Yannick Alléno, 8 Avenue Dutuit, 75008 Paris.

The gourmet brunch at Delano Café, Maison Delano Paris

Every Sunday at the Delano Café, inside the five-star Maison Delano hotel near the Élysée Palace, a gourmet brunch worth discovering is served. Curated by the talented Italian-born chef Paolo Minelli, who previously worked at the Martinez in Cannes and at Park Hyatt Vendôme, the Sunday meal features a refined selection of cold dishes and salads – vitello tonnato, Niçoise salad, pastrami bagel. Along with shellfish, charcuterie and cheese, viennoiseries, and delicious desserts – lemon tart, tropézienne, rice pudding, Saint-Honoré…

The shaded terrace and Mediterranean décor make the setting particularly pleasant, while the chef’s signature hot dishes impress us. Especially the truffle celery risotto and the squid with mashed potato and tomato confit.

Maison Delano Paris, 4 Rue d’Anjou, 75008 Paris.

Jazz and avocado toasts on Sundays at CoCo

There are plenty of reasons to give in to CoCo’s weekend brunch. First, the chic, retro-contemporary décor of the Opéra Garnier. Then, the perfect avocado toast. And finally, the live music. While sipping your smoothie and enjoying your Benedict eggs and pancakes topped with fresh fruit, you will be treated to live jazz standards performed by a singer and guitarist, in particular covers of Billie Holiday. The result is a romantic, almost magical atmosphere.

Opéra Garnier, 1 Pl. Jacques Rouché, 75009 Paris.

The brunch at Kapara: a dazzling culinary show

Brunch at Kapara is anything but ordinary. A true experience, it begins with a live culinary show as an amuse-bouche. The restaurant’s chef, Zohar Sasson, personally wheels out a trolley of starters, preparing them with flair next to the tables. Diners are treated to mouthwatering Mediterranean dishes – recipes by Assaf Granit. You have the tahini with confit garlic, crème fraîche, tomatoes and zhug, fattoush salad (cucumber, tomato, feta, sumac), and Bish Bash (fennel, orange, Kalamata olives).

We also love the pastrami with ras el hanout mustard and corn ribs with gorgonzola aioli. Choosing a main course is a delicious challenge, followed by a lavish buffet of date-based desserts, cheese, chocolate mousse, and fruit. The extra touch? A festive vibe thanks to upbeat music and joyful crowd.

Kapara, 9 rue d’Alger, 75001 Paris.

A grand seafood and pastry buffet at Café de la Paix

One of the most luxurious and impressive brunches in Paris is at the legendary Café de la Paix near Place de l’Opéra. In its opulent Second Empire setting, the café serves a generous Sunday buffet designed by chef Laurent André. Expect an abundance of savoury dishes, viennoiseries, seafood, and desserts. Not to forget the hot dishes, such as leg of lamb and fish. All that with a glass of Champagne.

Parents will also appreciate the kids’ activities organized during brunch, allowing adults to fully enjoy their meal. An experience to enjoy at least once in your life, especially since Café de la Paix also hosts themed brunches. On Easter, for instance, chocolate eggs adorned the buffet and tables.

Café de la Paix, 5 Pl. de l’Opéra, 75009 Paris.

1930s décor and exceptional charcuterie at La Tour d’Argent

A Parisian institution founded centuries ago, which once welcomed King Louis XIV, La Tour d’Argent has recently added Sunday brunch to its offerings. At Le Bar des Maillets d’Argent, its 1930s-inspired, ground-floor space, you can enjoy a chill menu of traditional dishes, like deviled eggs, duck terrine, and Piedmontese salad. Designed by Michelin-starred chef Yannick Franques, the brunch features both sweet and savoury gourmet options, along with an extensive selection of cheeses and top-quality charcuterie.

La Tour d’Argent, 15, Quai de la Tournelle, 75005 Paris.

An ultra gourmet Mediterranean buffet at Hotel Brach

The Brach Paris hotel in the 16th arrondissement has all it takes to please us. With warm interiors designed by Philippe Starck and a rooftop with a panoramic view, this former postal sorting centre now offers one of the most lavish self-serve brunches in Paris. Served every Sunday, the Mediterranean buffet features an array of tempting dishes. Truffle tarama, hummus, moutabal, mozzarella, lasagna, oysters, zaatar-spiced lamb shoulder, olives, and salmon carpaccio… The only downside? It’s so popular that you may have to wait around twenty minutes before reaching the buffet.

Brach Paris, 1-7 Rue Jean Richepin, 75116 Paris.

An impressive brunch at La Bauhinia by Shangri-La Paris

With a themed menu focusing on the sea, the brunch at La Bauhinia, located inside the Shangri-La Paris palace, will delight seafood lovers. Every Sunday, chef Quentin Testart presents a brunch that blends signature dishes – lobster French toast, grilled octopus, lemon cream with pimentons – luxurious starters – caviar served with a mother-of-pearl spoon – and an self-serve buffet of shellfish, cheeses, and desserts by pastry chef Maxence Barbot. It’s one of the finest seafood bars in the capital. Plus, the royal setting is just spectacular.

La Bauhinia at Shangri-La Paris, 10 Av. d’Iéna, 75116 Paris.

Saturdays at Cravan: lobster rolls and Bloody Marys

Opened in the summer of 2023 in one of the oldest mansions in Saint-Germain-des-Prés, Cravan’s second address – the original is in the 16th arrondissement – spans four floors. It also includes three cocktail bars, Paris’s first Rizzoli New York bookstore with a curated selection of fashion and art books, and a rooftop kiosk with a stunning view. Once strictly a nightlife venue, the 6th arrondissement location now opens at noon and on Saturdays. Guests can enjoy a brunch offering lobster rolls, Bloody Marys, truffle celery risotto, vitello tonnato, and a selection of alcoholic and alcohol-free cocktails.

Cravan 165 Boulevard Saint-Germain, 75006 Paris.

Drouant: a brunch tracing back the history of literature

The brunch at Drouant is a rather classic one – excellent viennoiseries, fruit juice, Benedict eggs with an optional glass of champagne. However, what makes the experience memorable is the setting. This is where the Goncourt and Renaudot literary prizes are awarded, and where many of great French writers have dined. Founded in 1880, the storied Parisian restaurant even appears in a scene from Gérard Oury’s 1965 film The Sucker, starring Bourvil and Louis de Funès. A slice of cultural history.

Drouant, 16-18 Place Gaillon, 75002 Paris.

Pierre Hermé brunch at Beaupassage

Hidden in a quiet street in the 7th arrondissement, Café Pierre Hermé serves a Sunday brunch that’s worth discovering. Naturally, the menu features the brand’s world-famous signature pastries, like the iconic Ispahan and macarons, as well as tasty viennoiseries. But there’s more with pancakes, fresh juices, and savoury dishes too. From avocado toast to Benedict eggs and waffles with salmon, the selection is very tempting and it’s hard to choose.

Café Pierre Hermé Paris at Beaupassage, 53–57 Rue de Grenelle, 75007 Paris.

Kimpton St Honoré Paris: a five-star brunch to enjoy with your dog

In addition to its rooftop and leafy terrace, the ultra-chic Kimpton St Honoré Paris offers an innovative twist this spring. The Doggy Brunch at Montecito, one of the hotel’s restaurants, held every first Sunday of the month.

Guests can enjoy a Californian buffet (avocado toast, granola, carrot cake), while their four-legged friends are treated to gourmet bites from La Casa Del Doggo and a “Toutouccino”, a cappuccino for dogs. A dog-sitter is even on hand to pamper pups while their owners relax. The result? A fun, laid-back atmosphere where owners and pets often match, sporting mini berets like in an episode of Emily in Paris.

Kimpton St Honoré Paris, 27-29 Bd des Capucines, 75002 Paris.

Tekés: a tasty plant-based, Israeli-style buffet

In a chic, understated, woody space, Tekés offers one of the most original and delicious Sunday brunches in Paris. No avocados or pancakes here. Specialising in plant-based cuisine, the restaurant focuses on bold, spicy vegetable dishes. Inspired by Israeli cuisine, the brunch includes shakshuka in three variations, juices and unlimited hot drinks, such as chai lattes and matcha, plus a generous buffet. Chocolate babka, carrot salad, pickled onions… Everything is meticulously prepared for a truly memorable Sunday outing.

Tekés, 4 bis rue Saint-Sauveur, 75002 Paris.

Gast: creative pastries and Turkish eggs

Located a quiet street near Les Halles, Gast charms with its versatility. A bakery by day and bistronomic tapas bar by night (aioli peppers and duck skewers), it also serves a daily brunch. The menu showcases standout pastries – cinnamon pecan rolls, pistachio rolls – rare coffee from Café Nuances and creative, tasty dishes, like Turkish eggs, meat pies, and croissants. With a team trained at Thierry Marx, Momofuku, and Akrame, this new spot is one not to miss.

Gast, 14 rue Bertin Poirée, Paris 1. Brunch is served daily.

Salmon, tarama and caviar: the slavic-style brunch at Maison Revka

First, there’s the setting, which takes us far from the hustle and bustle of 21st-century Paris… Stepping into Maison Revka (formerly Maison Russe) means entering a magnificent, luxurious listed private mansion in the 16th arrondissement, adorned with rich tapestries and opulent décor. Then, the food simply leaves anyone speechless. A temple of Slavic gastronomy, the establishment serves a brunch built around exceptional smoked salmon with blinis, pastries, taramasalata and, if you want, caviar. Sunday lunch ends on a sweet note of your choice. We highly recommend the caramel pavlova, a masterful blend of textures and flavors with a melting, ice-cold center.

Maison Revka, 59 avenue Raymond Poincaré, 75016 Paris.

Frame brasserie at the Pullman Paris Tour Eiffel: a gourmet brunch next to the monument

It’s hard to beat the location of the Pullman Paris Tour Eiffel hotel, located just a stone’s throw from the iconic French monument. Depending on where you’re seated, you might even catch a glimpse of the Iron Lady while sipping a hot chocolate or enjoying viennoiseries. Every Sunday, the hotel’s ground-floor brasserie, Frame, hosts a gourmet brunch. With unlimited seafood, salads, Chinese dishes, cooked or smoked salmon, and French toast, there’s something for every palate. A culinary workshop is also held each Sunday. The day we went there, we learnt how to make a quesadilla.

Frame Brasserie at Pullman Paris Tour Eiffel, 18 Avenue de Suffren, 750015 Paris. Brunch is served on Sundays.

Pimpan’s brunch at Dame des Arts Hotel

In the coveted neighbourhood of Saint-Germain-des-Prés, the new restaurant Pimpan, inside the Dame des Arts hotel, offers a refined setting and a simple, yet satisfying brunch. Created by chef Clément Courtemanche, the Sunday menu includes viennoiseries, a choice of savoury dishes – avocado toast, braised chicken, croque-monsieur – and desserts – carrot cake, blueberry pancakes with whipped cream. During spring, the venue also opens its charming terrace.

Pimpan at the Dame des Arts hotel, 4 Rue Danton, 75006 Paris. Brunch is served Saturdays and Sundays.

Boubalé’s brunch at Le Grand Mazarin Hotel

Located  inside the five-star hotel Le Grand Mazarin, in the heart of the Marais, Boubalé is one of the most enchanting spots in Paris. With its romantic retro décor, floral vintage crockery, and tapestry-covered walls, the venue feels like a dollhouse adorned with Oriental flair. On Sundays, the brunch menu features Mediterranean cuisine – raw bonito, cauliflower with tomato sauce, zaatar and mackerel avocado toast, pancakes, shakshuka… A perfect blend of brunch classics and spicy Levantine dishes crafted by chef Nathan Kessous.

Boubalé at Le Grand Mazarin hotel, 6 Rue des Archives, 75004 Paris. Brunch is served on Sundays.

The brunch at L’Entente, Le British Brasserie

For fans of offbeat brunches, L’Entente, Le British Brasserie near the Opéra offers a unique alternative in Paris. There’s no viennoiserie buffet here. Instead, the typical brunch fare is given a British twist. The à la carte menu features dishes straight from across the Channel, like tomato-sauce beans with bacon and mushrooms or Scotch eggs. You will also find homemade ketchup, pickles and chutney. The elegant décor offers a change of scenery and is part of the overall experience.

L’Entente, Le British Brasserie, 13 Rue Monsigny, 75002 Paris. Brunch is served on Saturdays and Sundays.