Ladurée is a sweet respite in your busy travel plans. I first discovered Ladurée when I worked in…read morehigh tech and traveled to Asian and Europe once a quarter. Whenever I am in the Paris airport, it is an obligatory stop. This macaroon shop is located conveniently inside the airport with the quintessential elegant Parisian packaging. Even in Charles de Gaulle extremely busy terminal, it is a nice travel break. To be transparent, macaroons are not my first dessert choice. Laduréevis in a macaroon league of its own...soft blue green base colors, delicate gold font accents, rows of perfectly arranged macarons. Each one had that signature texture ...a delicate shell with a soft, creamy center. The history... Ladurée was founded in 1862 by Louis-Ernest Ladurée and evolved into one of the first Parisian tea salons. The now-famous Ladurée macaron didn't appear until decades later, when Pierre Desfontaines, a descendant of the founder, created the modern version... two delicate shells filled with ganache. From that point forward, Ladurée became synonymous with elegance, indulgence, and being distinctly Parisian. Today, it sells thousands of macarons daily and has locations worldwide. The ladies at the macaroon shop have a system of service. One person takes your order, another selects your macaroons and the third person packages the macaroons. It is important to note that, while Ladurée is the most delicious macaroon I have ever tasted, they are expensive. So, it will be a splurge. Ladurée Flavors Classic Flavors * Vanilla, Chocolate, Pistachio, Salted Caramel, Coffee, Lemon & Raspberry Floral & Signature Parisian Flavors * Rose, Orange Blossom & Marie-Antoinette Tea Fruity & Bright Flavors * Passion fruit, Strawberry / Red fruit & Blackcurrant violet Nutty & Rich Flavors * Almond & Hazelnut Seasonal / Creative Flavors * Lime basil, Black tea caramel, Cherry blossom, Chestnut & Jasmine or fruit blends My favs: Pitstachio, Salted Caramel, Rose, Orange Blossom & Marie-Antoinette Tea

I had a wonderful experience at the Laduree shop in CDG terminal 1 near gate 25 where I bought…read moremacarons. Slavica, Elodie D y Elodie J were all fantastic in helping me pick out the various types of delicious macarons from their immense inventory. I recommend all to stop by the shop when traveling and meeting the staff and making a purchase.

This place is gorgeous. It draws you in like a moth to a fabulous light. The displays are…read moregorgeous. The macarons are gorgeous. The boxes you can put the macarons in are...you guessed it...gorgeous. I did not mind waiting in line because that meant I got to soak in more gorgeous just standing there. The have an abundance of flavors and some were unique ones I had not heard of before, so of course I got those. I love it they even have floral flavored macarons. This place knows my heart. The ones I got were so delicious, though my hubby and I both agree the Licorice macaron does not really taste like licorice, but it still tasted lovely so no real problem there. They have basic to fancy eat gold and silver macarons (literally). It was worth the splurge! I believe the basic cost 2.25 euro each and the gold covered were 5.50 euro each, maybe? But my memory might be wrong. Go get your macaron on!

This was an interesting experience, I had walked past this place on multiple occasions during my…read morevisit to Paris but was always a little taken aback from their prices (this is why I took off a star, this is a pricey place and I am still not sure if the product was really worth the price). The shop itself is tiny and powder blue, very cute and sweet located in terminal 2A near the Starbucks. The boxes that the macaroons are gifted in are perfect and absolutely adorable, a really great gift for anyone; including yourself! I got the big vanilla macaroon which was around five euros, that is about 7.50 Canadian. Yupp. I said it was expensive but the macaroon was amazing! It was crunchy on the outside and soft, sweet and creamy on the inside. I was in vanilla bean heaven! The only reason I decided to indulge in these delicious delights was because I had some extra euros left over and was heading home. I would indulge again and like I said, wonderful gift ideas but I stand by what I said previously; expensive.

Always need the obligatory macaron stop every trip to Paris…read more Not the best in town but always consistent!

Man, this Laduree outpost is getting some rough feedback, but come on, what do you expect if you're…read morebuying macarons last minute at the airport? They can't just have a store like they do on Champs Elysee in an airport terminal. Less selection of flavors, but they have all the main classic ones that I love. Also they keep the prices the same which is very rare for airport foods. I've had Laduree in SoHo and it's just not the same. Definitely going to miss these when I'm back in Z

Wow. Delicious macaroons. This is a chain of sweets this shop was located in La Village. But for 2…read moreeuros each, I find that pricey. Also if you plan on purchasing chocolates make sure you open the box and see what kind of chocolate is in there. I accidentally purchased dark chocolate and I hate dark chocolate. It's a pricey shop.

Yummy macarons, probably the best I've tasted. When in…read moreParis we stopped here and it did not disappoint. It was a bit pricey for a box but we chipped in and picked a few flavors we each wanted to try. The store was super clean and staff were fast getting through customers in line and were friendly. If I'm ever back here/ I'd get more macarons.

This was super delicious ! It this bakery wasnt in your to try list, def worth it to add! Perfect…read moresweet treat for your day.

tl;dr the hot chocolate is worth a visit for the choco-holic, but the highly touted macarons may be…read morehit or miss Macarons were toward the top of my list of must-try Parisian eats, and the 2 shops that seemed to top every list were Laduree and Pierre Herme. Of the two, Pierra Hermé swings toward larger with a more ambitious flavor lineup. The eponymous pastry chef opened his first shop in 1998 in Tokyo, followed by a store in the Saint-Germain-des-Prés. district in 2001. Since then, Herme has been hailed as "the Picasso of Pastry" by Vogue, and he even garnered the title of World's Best Pastry Chef in 2016 from The World's 50 Best Restaurants. Nowadays, there are plenty of locations across the world. I first visited the outpost in Saint-Germain-des-Prés. Wooden tables and woven chairs are nestled up to the matte black storefront. The warm oversized bulb lighting, red-toned patterns, and mosaic floor feel very 70s. The L-shaped display counter is decorated with pastries, macarons, and prepackaged sweets. Upbeat instrumental plays unobtrusively. During our early morning arrival, I was surprised to find that traffic caused the pastry truck to run late -- a common occurrence, per the barista. Undeterred, our party opted for the Chocolat Chaud Viennois infermin Chocolad, a cappuccino, and a sampling of macarons. The hot chocolate was divinely rich and intensely dark chocolate-y without tasting too bitter. The cold foam on top added a pleasant creaminess. Meanwhile, the cappuccino was smooth, milky, and light, with a strong coffee flavor. Across the large, Italian-style macarons, I was impressed by the excellent, melt-in-your-mouth texture. Our collective favorite was the rose-forward Istaphan, which gradually evolved in flavors of raspberry and lychee. We also enjoyed the nutty Cafe, although it tasted heavy on vanilla and milkiness. Only the Jardin de Cassandre didn't do it for us; it wasn't particularly flavorful, and the minimal hint of blackcurrant outweighed any semblance of rhubarb. Service was friendly enough, but the fare was notably expensive; our "meal" set us back nearly $30. While the hot chocolate was a winner, the highly touted macarons were hit or miss. While you may still be tempted to pay a visit to this reputable shop, I can't call it a must-try Parisian patisserie.

When in Paris, we must eat macaroons. I don't know if Pierre Herme is the best, but they are…read morecertainly up there in quality with Laduree and other names. Creative flavors and perfectly fresh every time. Friendly service!

I have been to Ladurée before (for the cookies), but this time? We ventured up to the tea shop…read more Heads up: if you are coming on the weekend, there will probably be a wait, but please don't let that discourage you! The tea shop on the second floor is absolutely adorable and really should be on any pastry-lover's bucket list (ditto if you are into tea houses). Calm, refined, and civilized, it embodies everything that "tea" should be. Mom ordered a pot of tea and she deemed it delicious (she is often disappointed by hot tea--it is rare that we find an establishment that makes it properly). I ordered the hot chocolate with chantilly, and it filled me with mirth. (Warning: it is a dessert unto itself. This is not the insipid cocoa that comes from powder in an envelope. Imagine a cup of chocolate truffle, and you are about right.) We both ordered the plaisir sucrée, and now I need to go back to Paris to take a pastry class. Definitely come here for a special treat tea.

- Free WiFi but no outlets - Friendly staff who speak…read moreEnglish well - Famous for macaroons, you can purchase at the Store downstairs for takeaway - or if waiting to dine in, head upstairs where there are 8 tables We went upstairs to sit and enjoy afternoon tea, complete with delicious Macaroons, pastry, tea, and a pretty cappuccino. It was a cozy and intimate setting and overall a great experience. Of course, the macaroons were amazing! Loved that the cappuccino came with their logo on top of the foam. And they gave us 2 scrumptious Laduree chocolate squares, which was a nice treat!

Even though the line was long, it moved quickly and the staff kept everything organized. They were…read moreable to accommodate all 5 of us -- 4 adults and a 4-year-old -- with no problem. The portion sizes were excellent for the price. I was expecting smaller portions, so I was pleasantly surprised when my plate came out packed with food and definitely worth the value. I would definitely recommend checking this place out, especially the location near the Eiffel Tower. Great food, generous portions, and an overall good experience!

First time coming to Paris, so of course I wanted to try the infamous Carette! My friend and I…read moredecided to try and go on a Sunday around 10:30-11am. I was very worried about the lime being extremely long due to the time we came at. But when we arrived we were told it would be about a 30 minute wait. The service does a great job managing the line and trying to pull groups out of line to fit specific spots available if they can. The manager asked if there were any groups of three available and luckily we were able to get a table quicker than we thought! We were seated outside at a very small table. The tables are very close together and it is extremely hard to move around the chairs, etc. the interior is a little less tight, but nonetheless it is still a little chaotic to go about. Service was good and our food came out within about 10-15 minutes of ordering. I loved the classic Parisian atmosphere and really enjoyed being outside. We ended up ordering their famous hot chocolate and creme, the strawberries & creme, coffees, and a croissant. The prices here are a little steep considering what you are getting. But I definitely think it's an experience and the price reflects that. The hot chocolate was extremely rich and luscious--like nothing I've had before. It was almost reminiscent is drinking straight chocolate sauce. The fresh creme that accompanied it was delightful and I thoroughly enjoyed it. I tried one of my friends strawberries and thought they were extremely fresh, but not necessarily worth the price. Cappuccino was pretty standard, but I enjoyed it. The croissant probably isn't the best in the city, but it was flaky and buttery, with lots of layers (exactly how it should be). Overall, I was happy I got to experience dining at Carette! We only waited about 30 minutes for a table and I think it was worth it. While I don't think it is life changing, I do think it is definitely worth trying and a fun experience. I enjoyed the creme that it came with just as much as the drink itself, if not more. Service was good and they ran a tight ship. If I were to go to Paris again, I wouldn't go out of my way to come here again. But if it is your first time in the city or you haven't been, I would recommend!

Stopped in for a macaron, specifically the Ispahan - rose, lychee, and raspberry - which was…read moredelicious. Walked away with a box of several other varieties. All were beautiful.

Delicious and according to our food tour, one of the best, but this location is not in Yelp, arr. 4…read moreon the island

Pierre Hermé If you…read moreknow Pierre Hermé from social media and all the viral videos, then this review needs no introduction. But if you haven't, this is a strong contender for worthy macarons in Paris and at a convenient location across the street from Ladurée. Located inside L'Occitane in the most gorgeous floor space ever, you will find Pierre Hermé at the center of it all. They have an impressive array of flavors that were much more unique than other patisseries. I definitely asked for a few recommendations as well since I tend to order the same thing (pistachio, raspberry, lemon, etc.) The workers were very kind. They indulged my request to converse in French and corrected me in a respectful and endearing way (I know some people get upset at this idea but I personally prefer it.) I had ordered a dozen macarons but truthfully would've ordered the entire lot if I wasn't alone and especially if I wasn't already taking a ton of sweets back for my flight home. I am a Ladurée purist and what I can say is that Pierre Hermé definitely had the best and most unique flavors compared to the two. The prices are fairly comparable and the coffrets are just as tasteful. Both are strong contenders and worthy of your money. I certainly will be returning and look forward to trying the rest of their selection. (15/50--2025)

Okay okay...I know Pierre Hermé is a super touristy macaron shop, and the Pierre Hermé on Champs…read moreElysée is probably the MOST touristy you can get, but I can't help but give this place five stars. Pierre Hermé is home to some of the best macarons I've had in my life -- which is probably too many for the good of my health -- and I was thoroughly impressed by the quality of the macarons, the staff's attention to detail, and all the unique flavors this shop had to offer. As a popular macaron shop in one of the hottest tourist destinations in Paris, this location is undeniably crowded. There's usually a huge line circling around a central display of macaron after macaron. The line looks pretty intimidating, but it moves quite quickly, and there are so many flavors that it'll probably be helpful to have a bit of extra time to review the menu. My friend and I split a pack of four macarons, including their seasonal isapahan (rose, lychee, raspberry), infiniment praliné pistache, and a jardin de cassandre (red currant, rhubarb). The macarons were delightful. I loved the two seasonal items; they were delightfully fruity and slightly floral, and I loved the slightly tangy flavor from the raspberry in the isapahan and rhubarb / currants in the jardin de cassandre. The praliné pistache was nice and nutty, and the inner cream offered a great additional richness. It's usually super crowded so seating tends to be quite limited. My friend and I ended up taking our macarons to go and enjoyed them elsewhere as we toured Champs Elysée.