I just have to say this. Angelina has been one of my go-to places in Paris for hot chocolate for more than five years. I have to reiterate that the taste of the hot chocolate, the mont-blanc, the st honore, the macarons are good. In the winter I would just hit the counter outside to get a hot chocolate to-go. I live in the area so I used to visit often. That was before I saw a rat in the dining room on the second floor. Is it reasonable to have animals living in the kitchen but I could not hold up to that. I do not have direct proof but after seeing the organism running under the seats I could not do anything but leave. I can make that HC at home... There are many other places near Angelina for a great hot chocolate, maybe even better : Jean Paul Hevin chocolate bar, Bread and Roses near Hermes, and toraya (they have a japanese take on it by putting in matcha). The ambiance is so much better, too. Try them! read more

Pricey but worth a splurge. The classic French ambience, the beautiful and delicate pastries, and the antique European decor make for a high class Parisian tea-time and dining experience. Make sure to go for brunch and get the famous hot chocolate. It tastes like a decadent, melted chocolate bar or what I would imagine Willy Wonka's chocolate river would be. Their pain perdu (French toast) is also incredible. It's an upscale version of french toast made with brioche and cooked so its creamy, decadent, and carmelized-it's like having dessert for breakfast. read more

Angelina is old world decadence with touristy class. I woke up early and walked over to Angelina Tea Salon for breakfast. There weren't many people there yet. But I did notice a Japanese tourist and probably other tourists in the main room. The back room seems to be reserved for serious business men who pop out periodically in their delicious French fitted suits and well-dressed attire. In the main room, the very nice Asian hostess placed me towards the back of the room so I could people watch - which I love to do. There were some people there in the restaurant eating the most odd items at 9:30am in the morning (like a coupe of ice cream). I ordered the Parisian breakfast (20 euros) from a decidedly older gentleman in a grey suit. He responded "Tres bien Madam!" to my choice of chocolat chaud (hot chocolate) and jus de pamplemousse (grapefruit). Everything else just comes with the order. What I got was very fine. Delivered to my table was a small pitcher of hot chocolate and a tiny ceramic cup with a big dollop of fresh whipped cream. This was so pretty. You could mix in the cream as much or as little as you want. My tall glass of cold grapefruit juice was refreshing and the fact that it was chilled was pleasant. The French don't do ice cubes by the way. For the food, I received a silver tiered tray that held jam, honey, yellow Normandy butter and on the bottom tier: a bread roll, a mini pain au chocolat, a raisin escargot patisserie and a mini croissant. I decided to eat very slowly and savor the experience. Lucky for me, a very nice Australian couple sat at the table next to mine and we had a wonderful conversation which lasted at least 2 hours. The waiters leave you alone until you want to leave - that's the customer's right in Paris! What a great way to pass a morning - at ease in a lovely restaurant with delicious breakfast food. Although Angelina may be a tourist destination, I am sure locals also treasure the opportunity to have a meal in this beautiful place. I would highly recommend everyone visiting Paris to stop in for a beverage or something to eat. It is a wonderful splurge and fun experience. read more

Definitely a fan of the brunch here! We came on a Sunday, and there was not much of a wait although the restaurant was still full. Both the breakfast and brunch menu has a set menu that is very, very filling. Starting with pastries and delicious croissants, I ordered the omelette from the breakfast menu. The server recommended the Mont Blanc tea, which was perfect! We were not able to finish all the pastries, as we were stuffed by the end of our meal. It was a very delicious meal though! The table was very small, so it did feel a bit crammed. However, the interior design and ambiance of the restaurant was very comfortable. read more

We visited here in July 2011. Everyone says to order the hot chocolate. We didn't because it was relatively warm outside and wanted something cooler. As some others have said, this place is good, but not amazing. The decor is fun and all the desserts are decent, but it feels more like a tourist trap than anything. Prices seem to be far higher here than any other place. It's definitely worth a try, but I'm not sure I'd go back. If you're on a tight time line while in Paris, I'd either pass or just get something to go. read more

Had to go here while in Paris. Cute place, very frilly and feminine. We were seated right away, Tuesday evening. We had the famous hot chocolate, which was not very sweet. My husband loved it, I thought it was just ok. We had eggs Benedict as well, which was tasty, and a chocolate mousse dessert which was pretty good. This restaurant is quite pricey for what you get. We enjoyed the experience but it was a one time thing, for sure. read more

After we waited for more than 30 minutes outside in the sun, when we got our table, we got seated at the same time as another couple, they got water, then drinks, then the food and they still didint bring us our water... one of the worst service in a restaurant I've ever had.. and the pastries were not that good, I don't even know why this place is famous.. trash service, mediocre pastries read more

This place was recommended by a friend and it was great. The spacing was fine and there wasn't a large wait to get in. The hot chocolate was AMAZING!!!! I never had anything like it before. The food was good. The check up service was ok, we waited a while before someone was a available to ask for the check. Overall I would recommend this place to others. read more

Hot chocolate... It's a good thing this drink is served in one size only, and that size being relatively small. You will feel your pancreas dying while partaking in the richest drink you've ever had in your life. It literally tastes like solid chocolate melted down and put in a cup. If you're from Europe or have had European hot chocolate before, I'm sure this is no surprise. But I'm fully Americanized and have only had the (apparently) watered down version. So it took me some time to get used to the molten thick chocolate liquid coating my throat as I was trying to take small sips. Really liked it but couldn't finish it due to the richness. That, added to how pricey it was, brings it down a star. But I'd definitely recommend trying it at least once if you haven't had it before. read more

Food Review: We didn't try any pastries but the food wasn't great. The truffle ravioli was mediocre, undercooked, and way overpriced. There are way better places in Paris. read more

Angelina - truffle ravioli (don't recommend) - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Paris, 75

Yes, this is amazing, but the best? Im not sure. I did go at an off peak time and i did take out, so the Chocolate was in a thermos and not as hot as it should have been. Didn't stop me from drinking it, but i think i need to go back and sot own to try it again and see if it really is the nest. I was happy to be there on a week day when there was no line and a rainy cold day was perfect for a walk with my cocoa. but again, i have to go back, because i have had some pretty good and bad cocoa experiences to date in the city. read more

Angelina - Very well could be the best - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Paris, 75

I would give Angelina 2.5 stars if I could, but I am so distressed with the fact they couldn't properly cook an omelet that I am rounding the rating down to 2. Maybe I'm being harsh, but if you're going to charge 13+ euro for an omelet, you better well get it perfect. Not only was my omelet overcooked, so was my companion's. Thats just how they do, I guess. The hot chocolate is good, but Laduree around the corner is better, and cheaper. I didn't have any of their macaroons or desserts, so I can't comment. Petit-dejeuner was 30 euro (including a 2 euro supplement for herbes-fines in the omelet! Otherwise it would've been plain.) More spacious and comfortable than Laduree, but the food is more expensive and not as good, simple as that. read more

Very, very touristy. Amanda had the signature hot chocolate, and i had the white hot chocolate, and we both shared a vanilla eclair. We were warned that the pastries weren't very good, but the eclair was fine, not steller, but good. My white hot chocolate was interesting, but got very gross after i consumed more and more. That could just be me though, honestly. Amanda however, couldn't stand her hot chocolate. Same issue with her though, the more she tasted, the most she hated it. The line was crazy long to get in here too. Can't really reccommend this place. Wait staff was fine though, despite comments to the contrary. read more

I have a HUGE sweet tooth. I am pretty sure the tooth fairy would give me double for the size of that sucker. So what I am going to say next is all based on the fact that I enjoy sugar on a daily basis and am a bit more generous when it comes to rating sweets. I happened upon this place not because it was in a guidebook or on a travel website (although I'm sure it is). I actually came with a local who was showing me around and told me they had the best Mont Blanc in Paris. Hell yes. Mont Blanc is one of my favorite confections. It is creamy, it is nutty, it is sweet and sugary and soft and melt in your mouth GOOD. And this one is all of those things and more because there is a ton of whipped cream right under the ribbons of pureed chestnut. With a cup of tea, this is the perfect sweet snack after a morning full of walking and stuffing your brain with history. As for the line, I don't know if I came at the right moment but we didn't have to wait at all. I also tried their Hot Chocolate (I forget exactly what they call it on the menu but it's a specialty), and it is really good, but not as good as the Mont Blanc. I also don't recommend getting the hot chocolate in addition to a sweet as that is just WAY too much sugar (I can't even handle that). Overall I would come back. The minus one star is because I'm not too sure about the other items they offer, and I don't really give 5 stars that often. That, and it can be a bit pricey if you're on a budget (which is me every time I travel). read more

Fabulous place to have brunch! The restaurant is near the Louvre which may be the reason why it's always so packed. However, it is a must to do in Paris. In fact, not just once but twice. The first time should be dining in. The restaurant has a tea service feel but filled with chocolate goodies. They offer a pastry breakfast which is served with orange juice and hot chocolate. The two must try items would be the hot chocolate and the eclair. All their food is delicious but those two are exceptional. The second dining experience should be for take out service. I would recommend getting the hot chocolate and a croissant. The Jardin des Tuileries is across from the restaurant which is the ideal place to take in the Paris moment sipping the hot chocolate and nibbling at the croissant as you stare at the magnificent view of the Eiffel tower and the louvre. Great place! read more

Yes, just yes. Angelina definitely lived up to its name! The hostess was so lovely, straight out of an Audrey Hepburn movie. Our server - not so much. She seemed very unhappy. BUT THE DESSERTS - my goodness. Melts in your mouth, made to absolute perfection. Paris is blessed to have Angelina. read more

I found it to be a great experience but it didn't deeply impress me. I think in NY we have just as great if not better analogous places such as Laduree in soho. The hot chocolate was GOOD but maybe even great but was it mind blowing. NO. It's a TOUrist French spot, I went in with high expectations but was not deeply impressed. I don't regret it though because it was worth the experience but I'd never go again. 25 Eeuro for a SALAD? Lol give me a break. I heard this tourist say behind us "let's have the hot chocolate but go somewhere else for lunch" The service was exceptional and the decor was French. Again it's a tourist spot only. You won't find any Parisian people in there. you'll hear only people speaking English around you so if that doesn't bother you then you may enjoy it. I am irked by tourist spots so it lowered my liking for the atmosphere. read more

Gotta say it. Prices were crazy high because this is the place tourists know, and they will keep on coming, and keep on paying way too much for sweets you can get anywhere in this city. Go to a patisserie somewhere outside the 1er arrondissement and get a more authentic experience! Had better macarons (for less) in Le Marais, the Jewish Quarter. Hot chocolate is definitely an experience worth having, but I couldn't finish my cup. Waaaaay too rich. I'd recommend sharing with somebody. It's basically a melted chocolate bar in a cup. read more

Hot chocolate I would say is very good. The texture of the liquid is something I've never had before and it is surely distinct. Mont blanc is not that great as others pray on it. Display is awesome along with the other pastures this place offers. I would say if you are in Paris...stop by for some hot chocolate. Enjoy read more

We had been looking forward to going to Angelina's for months however had very poor service. We patiently waited in a 45 minute line. Our waitress was not very friendly which was unexpected for this type of establishment. My earl grey tea was awful. Very weak and had an odd taste. Also the portion size was oddly small. Honestly, my 13 year old cousin was the only one truly happy with her meal. She loved the onion soup and the baguette with jam. Here is where the issue arises. She loved the peach jam so much that she devoured the entire mini jar. When we were walking back from the restroom she saw that there were jams displayed so took 2 peach Jams to the table. They appeared to be for anyone to take. When she sat down one of the servers proceeded to yell at her in a flurry of French and then English. The only part we understood was "Don't take, ask!" It was humiliating the entire restaurant was looking at us. She apologized and offered to put it back. She was met with a "No." Our waitress never returned although she continued to serve the tables surrounding us. We had to ask her for the bill. When looking at the bill we noticed they charged for the two peach jams lol. So petty! Our waitress never addressed it. Such poor service. You have the jams out there like ketchup in a fast food restaurant. We go to teas all the time with those mini jams and have never been charged. It felt very retaliatory. If you are ok with kids being yelled at this is the place for you. All he needed to do was kindly tell us we charge for extra jams. Instead of feeling the need to humiliate a child. read more

Hands down the best hot chocolate I have ever tasted. I was seated in Coco Chanel's favorite table according to my waiter and the view of the inside was very ornate and detailed. Their is a wait due to the popularity of this location even in the morning but once inside it was all worth it. Wonderful service. read more

THE place for hot chocolate in Paris. Perfect when you need a break during your visit to the Louvre. I nearly cried the 1st time I tasted "le chocolat chaud l'Africain". It has ruined me for life. Thick, dense, deep chocolate that isn't sugary sweet accompanied by heavy unsweeted whipped cream. OMG the trumpets sounded while Angels sung! I made my way there every day until I departed. There's no way to go back to the watery powdered stuff. How the heck do I lose lbs during these trips??! read more

If you're a fan of tea rooms or you simply have a sweet tooth, Angelina should be a stop on your agenda! The tea room here is one of the most beautiful in Paris, and it is also humongous! However, lines here get lengthy, especially in the afternoon for tea and dessert service (yes, even on weekdays, and all year long). If you don't want to wait, enter thru the right side of the door, and go to their boutique to buy some sweet treats to-go! Their Mont Blanc dessert is unique and delicious. It consists of a layer of meringue cookie, whipped cream, and the outside is coated with thin layers of chocolate-hazelnut puree! Yum! The macarons here (1.60 each) are decent but not as amazing as Laduree or Pierre Herme. Still, Angelina is worth a visit, especially for their Hot Chocolate or Mont Blanc :) read more

Whenever I come to Paris, I have to make a stop at Angelina's. The hot chocolate is like drinking a bar of chocolate and it is one of the most delectable treats you can imagine. Someone in my party had the white hot chocolate and they said it was even more delicious than the milk hot chocolate, but I'll never switch! This past visit, I ordered one of the desserts with my hot chocolate. I ordered the dessert that had a large raspberry biscuit, a layer of vanilla bean creme, raspberries and fruit decorated with white chocolate petals, topped with a mini raspberry macaron. I can't wait for the next time I'm in Paris just to reunite with this dessert! read more

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Thanks to Ricks Steves we found Angelina. We had walked a lot one day and were so excited to find Angelina, BUT it was closed when we got there! it is one of those places that is open for breakfast/brunch/late lunch - NO dinner. All we wanted was the infamous hot chocolate which we heard so much about. The next day we made it a goal to go before 4 pm - we made it in! We ordered the hot chocolate, 4 macarons, and a croissant. The macarons were brought back in a togo box and let me tell you why.... THE HOT CHOCOLATE IS THE RICHEST, THICKEST HOT CHOCOLATE YOU WILL EVER SEE!!! IT IS LIKE DRINKING MELTED CHOCOLATE STRAIGHT UP. My husband and I are both sweet eaters and we maxed out after 3 sips of this concoction. They give you whipped cream to help it dilute or thin it out a little. I am glad we experienced this, but honestly it was hard to enjoy as it was just too much. The restaurant itself is beautiful and we enjoyed the experience of sitting and relaxing after all of the walking. read more

Came here to grab a quick bite for breakfast and their hot chocolate. Their hot chocolate tasted like a melted chocolate bar, not even mixed with milk to make it hot chocolate. I couldn't even finish it because it was way too heavy. The small croissants were tasty and flakey goodness though. read more

Maybe my mistake was ordering the cold chocolate. It was pretty ordinary and bland - no intense chocolate flavor like I was expecting. The service was great, we got seated upstairs without a wait, and the bathroom upstairs is really pretty. But I was there for the chocolate and it was a let down. read more

Everything about this place is so beautiful.. The food.. The design..etc. Both the white and regular hot chocolate are awesome. The white hot chocolate tastes more like very sweet, rich milk. The breakfast is delicious. I got the eggs, bacon, and potatoes which didn't look the way I expected but very delicious and beautifully presented. Of course I had to get the Mont Blanc and an eclair. Both delicious!!! read more

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The price and long wait make me knock this down a couple stars... but damn, this is a fine cup of hot chocolate. Don't skip on the whipped cream here - you need it to help cut the deliciously thick chocolat chaud. read more

I love the Tarte au Citron here I visited both the shop on Rue de Rivoli and the restaurant at Versailles for lunch ( and the lemon tart again) both locations are sophisticated and charming at the same time my lunch was lovely and oh yeah did I mention that tart nothing bad to say Bon appetite! read more

Best hot chocolate in the world. Amazing pastries and desserts, too, but the hot chocolate is so out of this world that that's almost all worth discussing. It's super rich and thick and a MUST try if you're in Paris and even remotely like chocolate. It's not cheap, but it's so rich that even the biggest chocolate-lover would probably get their chocolate fix by splitting a pot with a friend. This is what dreams are made of. In terms of the pastries, their classic is the Mont Blanc, which is made up of meringue, whipped cream, and chestnut cream vermicelli. I'd never had anything like it before. Turns out I'm not a huge fan of chestnut cream, but I'm definitely glad to have tried their signature item. And I have a relative who lived in Paris in the 70s and still raves about their chestnut cream, so I was excited to find that you can buy it by the jar in the front of the store! (It made for the best Christmas present ever.) In terms of other pastries, the lemon tart is good, though not the best I've ever had, and the same goes for the eclair. I'd probably recommend Pierre Hermé or Laduree for most desserts over Angelina, though Angelina's versions are still quite good. read more

Wow, this is the 880th review of Angelina! Angelina is listed as one of the must-visit places for a hot chocolate in Paris. So if you're a chocolat chaud aficionado, then you can't skip this place. Although I wouldn't claim their impossibily thick, rich, decadent hot chocolate as my absolute favorite, I would frequent and recommend this place. There are many items on the menu worth trying. The line outside is not deterrent to a nice afternoon coffee/tea break (less than 20 minute wait). A bit on the astronomical side, which is expected because....well...it's in the city of blinding lights. Location is few blocks away from the Musee du Louvre. I expected a modern tea salon and was surprised that Angelina preserved its Belle Époque design - ornate mirrors, chandelier, mural-covered walls. Servers wear uniforms! Service is prompt and pleasant. My only regret is that I didn't try their macarons! ! But there's always next time! read more

After our visit to the Louvre, had to walk over to this place to try the Mont Blanc and their hot chocolate. Both are decadent! Must have had at least 500 calories. A bit pricey but had to go based on recommendations. Had to do take out as the line to eat in was long! I mean out the door! Will I return. I doubt it in that Paris is now off my bucket list. I love Paris. read more

I have no idea how this place has such high reviews. I cross referenced everything on my Europe trip using yelp & tripadvisor & I'd have to say that I'm extremely disappointed in both! I got the salmon benedict & it was TINY. Now I know compared to American standards, portions in Europe are much smaller, but still. The taste was also lacking. So not worth the amount we paid. This place is so expensive! Yes I know.. Paris. We also got the most popular dessert here (Mont Blanc) & we were not impressed at all. Overall, definitely overhyped & overpriced for what it is. Easily the biggest foodie letdown of our entire Eurotrip! read more

I'm not sure I even have words for how incredibly amazing the hot chocolate here is. I can try, but it won't do it justice. Hot chocolate in the states usually comes from a powder or if you're lucky enough, from actual melted chocolate bits. I don't like hot chocolate for this fact, actually. It always tastes watered down or bland. I have no idea how they make the hot chocolate at Angelina's, but it must be a well kept secret, because I've never tasted anything like it. It was very smooth, thick, and creamy. It honestly tasted like someone took the best chocolate bar you'll ever taste, and melted it down, heated it up, and put a straw in it for you to enjoy. It was pure, rich, and totally sinful. If you're ever in Paris, it's a must-have! read more

Oh Angelina, How I love and hate you. I will never have a cup of hot chocolate that satisfies me again. My life has devolved into a chaise to find the perfect cup again. But I know that I will never find it. Only in Paris. The Pain Perdu was amazing and rich, a weird play on something I thought I was familiar with. I personally hated the Mont Blanc. Far too sweet for my palette. Can't wait to return. read more

This is one of those places where you're paying to simply sit at the beautiful place. We had a meal there which was a bit expensive, but the hot chocolate is a must. The pastries are super cute (they're mini!) but don't taste particularly better than something you can get on the street or most any patisserie. Order a hot chocolate and share it, it's very rich & hard to drink even for a sugar fiend like me. read more

The hot chocolate was very very good. The macarons were also good. The mont blanc is overrated. It's too sweet, and very mushy. I enjoy desserts with a bit more structure and texture. If I ever go back to Angelina again, I'll sample all their other pastries, and skip the mont blanc. read more

Throw away everything you think you know about hot chocolate. I mean everything, because you can imagine what the perfect hot chocolate would taste like and you would still be incredibly wrong. Before our vacation to Paris, I really wanted to experience something completely out of the ordinary. "But Mike, hot chocolate is so basic, how is that out of the ordinary?" One sec, I'll get to that. After hours of scouring blogs and YouTube, everyone seemed to be raving about hot chocolate at Angelina's. I know, I know, you're still thinking, "what the hell makes this hot chocolate so special?". Picture this, you walk in to the most Parisian, romantic setting. Clean lines, decorated with historic curves and colors that make you think, a petit and well-dressed woman invites you into their main room. There's an air of mystery, luxury, and romance. Maybe if I drink this chocolate I'll be just as bougie as everyone here. I order the famous hot chocolate and wait. I really don't know what everyone is complaining about, our waitress was typically French, no fuss and straight to the point. I loved her. But to foreigners (they like passive aggressive banter) she might have been perceived as rude. Even during a very busy day, I thought we received our food fairly quick. At this point, I was pastried out. I mean you name it, if it had the name "Boulangerie" or "Patisserie" on it, I probably went in and ate. So I had a quaint slice of lemon pound cake instead of the usual croissant aux amandes I was accustomed to. The hot chocolate can only be described as an incredibly sexual experience. The demure and unassuming concoction sat motionless in it's pot. "Oooh, he's thick" I said, as my mouth salivated. I dipped my spoon in the drink and there was no splash or ripple in my cup. Instead it engulfed, enveloped, and coated. I pulled away and my spoon was delectably coated, glistening as I held it up to the Paris sunset filtering through the windows. I licked. My heart stopped. My eyes dilated. I gasped. Foodgasms don't come often, and when they do, it's warranted. I set my spoon aside and went in for the whole experience. In all honest, imagine the most delicious chocolate you've ever tasted but in liquid form. They were thoughtful enough to realize the thickness would be too much to bear. To help lubricate my senses, they provided me with a side of whipped cream, which somehow managed to cut through richness of the hot chocolate. I invite you to forget everything you think you know about hot chocolate and lose yourself in this experience. read more

What else do I need to say about this place? Yes, the hot chocolate is very good, rich an expensive. I believe it was about 16-17 euros for a pichet for two. Their pastries are good but extremely over-priced imo. There's also a pretty long line during the afternoons. I suggest going for breakfast time~ read more