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.
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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.
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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 arrondissem*nt with brunch starting at 9 am.
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.
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.
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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 co*cktails and buttermilk biscuits won’t disappoint.
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!
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.
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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.
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Flavors of Paris also recommends:
The Hardware Societe: Australian-inspired breakfast | 10 Rue Lamarck, 75018 Paris
Zia: Coffee shop & brunch eatery | 22 Av. de Tourville, 75007 Paris
Mokonuts: Different breakfast menu everyday | 5 Rue Saint-Bernard, 75011 Paris
Bon Bouquet Cafe: Hip & exotic brunch spot | 29 Rue de Trévise, 75009 Paris
Sunday in Soho: NYC-inspired breakfast & lunch spot | 7 Rue Saint-Marc, 75002 Paris
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