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    Aux Merveilleux de Fred

    4.3 (48 reviews)
    Closed 9:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    Nycole R.

    As my mom and I were strolling down the street in Paris, this bakery caught my eye. I wasn't sure what they were, but the unique texture and pretty colors beckoned us in and we purchased a couple of the mini desserts. They are extremely light-sort of like a marshmallow or whipped cream, rolled in a slightly crunchy flavorful concoction. I've never had anything like it before, but it was delicious. The yellow one was lemon and the pink was strawberry. We arrived just a bit before closing, so we didn't get to watch the magic from the window, like others have done. But if you can, I'd recommend you do it so you can see how this mysterious treat is made.

    Other delicious options!
    Heidi M.

    This was my first introduction to the Merveilleux Cakes and they were every bit scrumptious! So much flavor packed into this mini perfectly-sized mini merengue cake that I wanted to try them all! There were other sweet treats available for sale, so if you're looking to satisfy your sweet tooth with something other than macaroons, give this lovely pastry shop a try!

    Roxana Q.

    The little meringues are whatever honestly but the chocolate chip bread is legit! If you don't come early, there will be a long line on most days - especially the weekend. I was staying nearby so I came early am/end of day. I got the sugar bread and the chocolate chip one. The chocolate chip was by far my favorite...so good, I got it twice.

    Katrina V.

    My fiancé and I stumbled upon this bakery while we were on the way to our apartment. What stood out for me were the mini cakes facing the window. I went in to get a box of 6 for each of the different flavors they had. To my surprise, they were meringues. Each meringue dessert had a unique flavor palette and cream filling. The most memorable meringues for me were the chocolate flavor, the speculoos and white chocolate flavor, and the one covered in chocolate bits. I haven't had anything quite like these, so it was nice trying something completely new for dessert from a patisserie/boulangerie.

    Le Cramique. A sweet brioche pastry.
    Scott R. D.

    I had the Cramique with raisins. I had no idea it would be warm. I had purchased it to have for breakfast tomorrow. Some of it made it back to where I'm staying. It's delicious. But what will I have for breakfast?

    White chocolate

    First time having a Mervilleux pastry and was very impressed. It's so light, feels like you're eating a cloud. Definitely a dessert spot to check out if you have a sweet tooth.

    Merengues
    Leemor Y.

    This place is merengue heaven. I feel like merengue is something that I get very excited about but typically tastes like it's been sitting on the shelf for a bit too long...not here. These merengues are so fresh, so hypnotizing and creative. I got the incroyable merengue (4.7/5) and I have to say as far as merengues go, this one really knocked it out of the park. The texture was on point. This is more of a "line up, order and leave" type of place, with nowhere to really sit. That being said, I would happily go back and try more types of merengues as passerby give me amused looks on the corner of the street.

    Coffee Flavor
    Tiffany D.

    Stumbled upon Aux Merveilleux by chance and decided to try it out since I saw a line out the door - if there's a line, then it has to be good, right? Right exactly! Aux Merveilleux is famous for their meringues and after having one, I fully understand! Service here was super helpful and I ended up trying a mini coffee flavored meringue, but I now wished that I got the medium sized because I couldn't get enough! Slightly crunchy but so airy at the same time, it was perfection!

    Wasps like it too!
    Kelly K.

    We got a fair amount of sugary treats while walking in Paris. The first time we passed Aux Merveilleux de Fred, I was full from eating fallafel and ice cream. The second time, we decided it was fate and ended up purchasing a few desserts to go with our poulet roti. They offer a large (3.5€) and small (1.75€) sized meringue dessert. I'm not exactly sure what you call the meringue desserts but let me just say, it's like eating sweet pillows of heaven! Forget macarons, these little babies are to me so much more delicious and special! We purchased the chocolate, speculoos, cherry, and cafe flavors. All were AMAZING! I'm in love! They also sell other pastries but they were covered in what looked like wasps. I was shocked that this seemed normal to the workers and customers. That is actually true throughout Paris. But for me, I just couldn't get over having wasps crawling all over food I was about to eat. While this bakery isn't too close to our hotel, I have a feeling we'll visit one more time before we leave Paris. They are just too delicious to pass up and I need to get my fill! Who knows when we'll visit Paris again?!

    Lena S.

    Omg!!! That became our favorite spot for the fresh and super tasty pastry rolls and those little pastries "Merveilleux ". Incredibly fresh and absolutely delicious rolls and pastry. We didn't try the cakes, but the rolls - we keep coming here every day of our stay in Paris. We tried many things in different pastry shops, nothing is even close to those rolls. They make them right on spot, and the cakes as well, you see the whole process. Our favorite was the roll with raisins!!!!! My The packaging is also very sophisticated and elegant. Liked everything. The service was great too, the salesperson/ baker was super nice and polite. The place is not cheap, but so worth it!!!

    A sampler of all the flavors. They smooshed together on the walk home. So good!
    Kim M.

    We came here in our Secret Food Tour of Le Marais. Sampled the most amazing merengue desserts. We brought a sampler box back to our flat but they smooshed together. It did not affect the taste at all! Miam Miam!

    Xiaoting X.

    Was going for a drink at Caviste Vinosfera and saw a long line waiting outside. Looked up and it's known for Merengue. Tried salted caramel and chocolate, preferred the caramel even though I'm usually a chocolate fan. The caramel one just got a lot more interesting texture. Worth a visit!

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    The mini wig/heads were amazing! I had praline Magnifique. They melt in your mouth and are very rich.

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    Love their sweet bread loaves and amazing pastries. We stop and buy whenever we run across Aux Merveilleux in Paris!

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    The smell of the pain au lait draws you in and it doesn't disappoint, stop by in the late afternoon for a fresh batch

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    Angelina

    Angelina

    4.0(1.7k reviews)
    2.3 kmPlace Vendôme, 1er
    €€€

    When asked to name a "must visit" place in Paris, without hesitation, I say 《Angelina Salon de…read moreThé!》 We've been coming here for three decades for their iconic hot chocolate -- Chocolat Chaud d'Angelina (5/5 10,50 €), as we did this year again in April. There was a line at the door, but it moved fairly quickly. Once inside, you're in a beautiful Beaux-Arts salon. Service generally is very good. The Chocolat Chaud is superb. There are other savories and sweets on the menu here. This time we tried a Mont-Blanc (3/5). I know this is Angelina's signature pastry, but to me it couldn't compete with the Chocolat Chaud.

    Angelina, Paris, France -- April 12…read more Our family of four with kids ages 9 and 10 stopped here for lunch after visiting the Louvre, drawn in by its reputation for having the best hot chocolate in the world. We were looking for a place to relax and refuel, and the experience felt a bit mixed overall. Arrival and First Impressions The space is elegant with classic Parisian charm. The line moved quickly, and we were seated with a great view of the dining room. It felt refined but still comfortable. The Highlights The famous hot chocolate lived up to expectations, thick, rich, and almost more like a dessert than a drink. We also had French onion soup and an éclair, both of which were very good. The pastries were clearly well made and thoughtfully prepared. The kids had chicken tenders, which they enjoyed, even though the tomato sauce was a bit different from what they expected. The Challenges The biggest drawback was the price. The meal felt expensive for what we ordered, coming in at €154 for a fairly simple lunch. Service felt slightly rushed as they moved tables along quickly. Final Thoughts We would likely return if we were nearby and specifically craving the hot chocolate again. It is a classic Paris stop and worth trying once, but the value may not justify going out of your way unless that signature experience is high on your list.

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    Main dining room

    Angelina - Catmelized French toast

    Catmelized French toast

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    A. Lacroix - This is gonna be good

    A. Lacroix

    4.8(129 reviews)
    0.7 kmNotre Dame De Paris, 5ème
    €€

    THE FOOD ------------------…read more+ Notre Dame Granny Smith Apple Confit - Was refreshing! I couldn't tell if this was a real apple or some fancy French creation made to look like one - that's how real it looked! The mousse and apple bits were cold & delicious and the chocolate shell was good, but not sure if it was worth the price at €7.5. + Pain Au Chocolat Cookie - Verrrry good chocolate chip cookie, chocolate croissant mashup. Only thing that we were missing was some good ol' milk! + Almond Croissant - Once again, delicious! Solid croissant and definitely a good grab and go candidate. = Citronnade - Was just OK. Lemonade that was on the watered down side, but was somewhat refreshing because I was dying of thirst. THE SERVICE ----------------------- - Employee who helped us with our order was friendly, but the cashier was a bit blah and not exactly the friendliest person, especially when we asked for extra utensils and napkins. THE SURROUNDINGS ------------------------------------ - Smallish, tight interior that you can dine in at, but don't be surprised if the next table is sitting on top of you. + There are also 5 outdoor tables on the narrow street. - Entrance is tight too. RANDOM OBSERVATIONS ------------------------------------------- + Even though this bakery is ranked highly on Tripadvisor, there was no crowd on the Monday morning that we swung by. Line moved superfast.

    - Located right across the river from Notre Dame, making it a convenient stop while exploring the…read morearea - Charming little pastry shop with a cozy feel; a few small tables out front and some additional seating inside - Service was a bit hit-or-miss--ordering was smooth, but a follow-up request for extra napkins after purchase was unfortunately ignored - Croissants were a highlight--rich, chocolatey, and topped with whole, crunchy almonds; the "Notre Dame apple" pastry was creative, but the cream lacked depth and flavor, and didn't quite complement the tart apple chunks despite the cake being nicely moist; the citronnade tasted overly diluted

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    A. Lacroix - Great spot for a pastry and beverage will looking out at Notre Dame Cathedral.

    Great spot for a pastry and beverage will looking out at Notre Dame Cathedral.

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    A. Lacroix

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    Carette - croissants + hot chocolate

    Carette

    4.2(28 reviews)
    3.6 kmMontmartre, 18ème
    €€

    We had just finished lunch, but since we were already exploring Montmartre, we decided to stop by…read moreCarette because it's one of those places almost everyone recommends, especially for its famous hot chocolate. Since it was a warm summer afternoon, I went for the Chocolat Glacé, their iced chocolate, which was a refreshing choice after walking around the neighborhood. We were too full to try any of the pastries, but the display was beautiful and made it very tempting to come back. In addition to their signature hot chocolate, they also offer a wonderful selection of French pastries, macarons, croissants, crêpes, and other sweet treats. One thing that's helpful to know before visiting is that the Montmartre branch is a takeaway pastry boutique rather than a full-service café or restaurant. Before arriving, I had imagined it would be more of a traditional Parisian tea salon with table service, but this location is designed for grabbing a drink or pastry to enjoy while exploring Place du Tertre. Knowing that beforehand helps set the right expectations. The staff member who assisted us at the counter was friendly and welcoming, making for a pleasant stop. The location itself is part of the experience. Right in the heart of Place du Tertre, surrounded by artists and the charm of Montmartre, it's an easy place to pop into for a sweet break while sightseeing. If you're visiting during the warmer months, I'd definitely recommend the iced chocolate. And if you have a bigger appetite than we did, the pastry selection looked impressive enough to make me want to return just for dessert.

    Stopped by Carette's Montmartre location after touring the neighborhood and it was the perfect…read morebreak. The pain au chocolat and croissant were both exceptional--buttery, flaky, and incredibly fresh. Unlike some of Paris' more famous cafés, we didn't encounter any lines, which made the experience even more enjoyable. That said, this is a relatively small location, and I can easily see it getting busy with long queues during peak hours--perhaps we just got lucky with our timing. Service was quick and pleasant, and the relaxed atmosphere was a welcome respite after exploring Montmartre. A great spot for classic French pastries.

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    Carette - Hot chocolate

    Hot chocolate

    Carette - Hot chocolate and cream

    Hot chocolate and cream

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