10 OF THE BEST PLACES FOR BREAKFAST IN PARIS

A heaping stack of pancakes and bacon is not something that the French typically indulge in for breakfast. Generally, a continental breakfast is the preferred fare for the French and comprises a piece of viennoiserie, like a croissant or a pain au chocolat, a coffee and a glass of orange juice. Since it’s such simple fare, eating out for breakfast has never been trendy for the French.

Did you know that we start out our morning Original Flavors of Paris tour at a local bakery for a coffee and a flakey, melt-in-your-mouth croissant? 

However, the breakfast culture in Paris is changing and now it certainly is becoming trendy. Over the past few years, more and more restaurants and cafés have started serving good, hearty breakfasts, and there are even eating establishments now specializing in breakfast and brunch in Paris. This is good news for visitors, who are early risers and are hankering to chow down on something substantial before a big day of walking and visiting the sites.

If you’re wondering where to eat breakfast in Paris, whether you're in the mood for patisseries, shakshuka, omelettes or pancakes, the city now has you covered on the breakfast and brunch scene. From French classics to American-inspired dishes here are some Flavors of Paris picks for the best breakfast places in Paris.

Maison Sauvage

With a terrace spectacularly adorned in floral arrangements and wild plants (that change with the seasons) this charming restaurant is located in the historic district of Saint-Germain-des-Prés. Both picture-worthy and tasty, Maison Sauvage’s menu is fresh and eclectic. Choose from a selection of salty and sweet dishes such as avocado toast, acai bowls or brioche. Brunch is offered on the weekends and breakfast is served everyday starting at 7am.

Open Hours: Everyday: 7:00am-2:00am

Maison Sauvage

Holybelly

Picture fluffy pancake stacks, eggs, and maple-drenched bacon. A carefully cultivated mix of good food, good coffee, and good service Holybelly is sure to hit the spot. Found in the 10th arrondissement with brunch starting at 9 am.

Open Hours: Everyday: 9:00am-5:00pm

Coffee Parisien

Known as the original American diner in Paris, Coffee Parisien now has three locations that are open Monday through Sunday. Classic American staples like chicken and waffles, eggs benedict and bagels and lox are available as well as burgers, hotdogs and mac n cheese.

Open Hours: :12:00pm-11:00pm, Closed on Tuesdays, Wednesdays

Kozy

Kozy offers a tempting selection of sweet and savoury dishes in an urban chic setting. Choose between a la carte items such as granola, quiche and pancakes or select from the brunch menu available for vegetarians and meat eaters alike. Be sure to try the coffee! Found in three locations across Paris.

Open Hours: Weekdays: 8:30pm-3:30pm, Weekends 9:00am-5:00pm

Treize au Jardin 

Found near the gates of the Luxembourg Gardens and tucked a little ways away from the bustling tourist spots you’ll find Treize au Jardin. This cozy oasis uses seasonal ingredients with a southern comfort food twist and even offers a dessert bar home to a large selection of ice creams and cakes. The cocktails and buttermilk biscuits won’t disappoint.

Open Hours: Weekdays 11:30am-9:00pm, Saturday: 11:30am-7:00pm, Sunday: 11:30am-6:30pm

Rose Bakery 

This popular, English-style bakery cafe has four establishments located across Paris. Serving a wide variety of homemade cakes, scones, quiches, and bread this is the perfect spot to grab breakfast and bring some goodies back with you. Brunch is served on the weekends. Try the hot chocolate! 

Open Hours: Monday – Friday 8:30am-5:00pm, Saturday-Sunday: 8:30am-6:00pm

Café Méricourt

Café Méricourt is a cozy spot that offers everything from green eggs to warm and fluffy pancakes. Their sibling café, Oberkampf, was the first of these two locations to open and was so successful that Café Méricourt was added as a second location. Café Méricourt is now their primary location and is open 7 days a week. Everything on the menu is good, but the shakshuka is particularly tasty.

Open Hours: Weekdays: 8:30am-4:00pm, Weekends: 9:30am-5:00pm

Eggs&Co

Found on a quiet street in the Saint Germain area, this brunch and lunch spot is a quaint and cozy option for classic brunch fare. You’ll feel like you’re in someone’s attic once you are seated inside under their wood-beamed ceilings. As you might’ve guessed, they specialize in eggs and have a wide selection of different eggs benedicts and omelettes. You can also craft your own egg-based dish from a big list of different ingredients.

Open Hours: Weekdays (Closed on Wednesday): 10:00am-4:00pm, Saturday-Sunday: 10:00am-6:00pm

@eggsandcoparis

The Hardware Société

Located in Montmarte, The Hardware Societe bring Melbourne, Australia to Paris with their Aussie style cuisine. With their first location opened in Melbourne, in 2009 and 5 short years later fulfilling their dream of opening a flagship in Paris, the Hardware Societe has become a trendy go to for brunch. With a modern interior and only 55 available seats, get there early to secure your Saturday brunch plans.

Open Hours: Monday-Friday: 9:30am-4:00pm, Saturday-Sunday: 9:30am-4:30pm

Bon Bouquet Cafe

Aiming to take your on a tropical journey through Bali, Bon Bouquet, is known for their exotic flavors; mango passion pancakes, poke avocado toast, exotic benedict with coconut curry hollandaise sauce. Pair your vibrant breakfast with a fruitful beverage; some of their fan favorites include their pistachio matcha, golden matcha, rose latte, and peanut butter latte. Come to a place where aesthetic meats flavor in this lively cafe located in the 9th arrondissement.

Open Hours: Monday-Friday: 9:00am-5:00pm, Mondays close at 4:00pm

@Bonboquet.fr