This is where you end up in Paris if you want to experience a delightful afternoon tea without paying a kidney and a half. The tea list is overwhelming, the pastries varies each days and their food assortment make you feel classy read more

Mariage Frères - Croque monsieur bento set - Museums Near Me - Paris, 75

Everything is Absolutely Heavenly here. Bought alot of teas I've never tried .The Staff is so knowledgeable and helpful. My go to for European Teas. This trip is actually sat and enjoyed a lovely Pot of Tea read more

There are other well-known French tea brands -- Dammann Frères, Betjeman and Barton, Palais des Thés -- but none capture the special French "je ne sais quoi" like Mariage Frères. They have a large selection of teas black, green, white, red (rooibos), and blue (their term for oolong) from around the world, but their specialty is their perfumed teas. The original boutique in the Marais, decorated in a French colonial style, has a tearoom where one can try a pot of tea along with desserts and light meals served by staff in linen suits. In the boutique, the sales associates waft the fragrance of the teas from their giant black canisters toward customers with elegant black folding fans -- a lovely bit of retail showmanship that was a highlight of my trip to France. read more

I was freezing after walking around Le Marais and desperately wanted un boisson chaud. I asked if I could sit and just have a pot of tea and they said yes, bien sûre! I was given a choice between French or English menu and asked for both. The tea list is extensive and I found it overwhelming since I don't know much about tea. Luckily, the thè sommelier was happy to help and recommended the thè bleu, fleurs d'oranger oolong to me. It was FANTASTIC, and a very good value, in my opinion, at 12€ per pot. I sat for 45 minutes and people watched happily. I loved this cozy tea shop and would love to return one day! read more

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One of the best high tea's, they don't give you tons of food, but what they do give you is high in flavor and quality. 3 savories and 3 sweets, plus a special holiday scone. Service was impeccable and the sales associates had patiences. It would be been more outstanding if there was a view, but that's OK. I'd still come here again. read more

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Lovely spot to relax over a pot of tea. They have hundreds of high quality teas to choose from. Might be wise to walk around the shop on the way in to smell some of the teas and get an idea of what you might want to order as there aren't many descriptors of the teas on the menu due to the sheer number of choices. The teapots come in warmers so the water stays nice and hot. A must stop for tea lovers. read more

Tres bon service attentif. Grande variete de tea du monde. A ne pas manquer lors d'une visite a Paris.

I love tea and had never been here before. The mention of breakfast led me to the Marais location on my last day in Paris last November. Sadly, they did not serve breakfast though I was able to purchase a cup of tea for takeaway. The teas I smelled were intoxicating. I found Christmas gifts for family members and myself. I've had to place an order online for one of the thé bleu, Fall in Love, as it turned out to be a family favorite and everyone wants their own tin. It smells and tastes divine and it's fun to drink a blue beverage! read more

I would have been happy just smelling 100 different types of teas, but then I saw the pastry tray and thought it would be a shame if I didn't sit down for a proper cup of tea with pastry. read more

Mariage Frères pays homage to the long tradition of tea through their extensive menu. I am a self professed serious tea connoisseur whose suitcases are bursting full of tea whenever I return from my travels. After the fatigue of traipsing around the most beautiful city in the world, MF offers a beautiful oasis for you to sit down and enjoy tea as well as a selected menu of pastries. Since I'm a very girly girl, I prefer La Durée but MF would be perfect for an afternoon soirée with friends in winter, over a hot cup of tea. read more

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No english menu - so better brush up on your French! Also, you're not allowed to take any photos - or at least you're given that dirty condescending snarl that the locals give tourists all so well. I found the service unaccommodating with the staff unwilling to describe menu items, the history of the teas, or even give recommendations on their favorites. I found myself needing to forcefully pull out information that I would have wished the servers would provide. You're given an extensive menu - in french, and are expected to order a pot of tea for roughly 20 Euros per person. I find it comical that even with the struggling French economy that some locals/vendors/restaurants still treat tourists with disdain and displeasure - where tourism definitely helps the French economy in some fashion. C'est la vie! read more

One of the best meals I've ever had in my life; this meal was, simply, INCREDIBLE. I'd made reservations for a 3pm lunch and we received a menu that included brunch, lunch, afternoon tea (beginning at 3pm), desserts, and of course, a separate tea menu. The tea menu can be intimidating, but thankfully my friend who frequents this place strongly recommended that I try the Eros tea. For food, I ordered a smoked salmon sandwich that came with a salad, and when I took my first bite, I couldn't believe how delicious it was. It paired well with my tea and I enjoyed my time slowly. They speak English there, though we didn't exchange a word in English until the very end when they realized that my partner and I were holding an English conversation. If you can speak French, please do. Plus, it's always fun to practice! I recommend dressing up a little. The American and English tourists strongly stood out with their tank tops and shorts, sneakers, so I recommend dressing it up a tad. I wore a simple cotton black dress and a black blazer, and my husband wore what we could describe as work clothes back home in the US, but we blended in well. Enjoy! read more

Mariage Frères - My most amazing meal here at Mariage Frères - Museums Near Me - Paris, 75

TIP: If it's a hot day, order any of their teas iced, which come in big glass goblet-style wine glass, with a straw! Try the Earl Gray Provénce or the France du Étoile, both fantastic, fragrant teas. I really wasn't expecting to, but ended up spending hours on a Sunday at Mariage Frères, and would happily do it again. Tucked away at a table by the tea bar, I was treated to an afternoon lunch of amazing food, people watching, desserts and, of course, tea. The waitstaff was absolutely impeccable, and didn't rush me at all, as I perused the menus and book handed to me upon seating. Available in both French and English, the book is a fantastic read about Mariage Frères' history, as well as their take on everything tea, from what vessels to use, how to make it properly, to what teas to drink at specific times of the day. It's a fascinating read while enjoying a lovely afternoon in the tea room. It was a dreamy experience, caught somewhere between my English background and the trappings of a beautiful French bistro, tucked away in a small alley. The waiters spoke perfect English and were patient, accommodating, and the entire meal was perfectly executed. The hustle and bustle of the tea shop is just beyond the restaurant. It was so fun to watch the gentlemen, smartly dressed, pulling giant tea canisters from the wall and filling orders. It didn't take much effort to try and imagine what it was like when the store opened in the 1800's. While certainly not the cheapest lunch in Paris, it was extremely filling and will be my only meal of the day. A perfect one at that! I will definitely be going back before the end of my trip in Paris. It really was a fantastic day at Mariage Frères. read more

Mariage Frères - An iconic Mariage Frères gourmet creation, this dish features duck foie gras, smoked salmon, & shrimp. See menu for full info. - Museums Near Me - Paris, 75

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If you must have ONE meal during your stay in Paris, have the Champagne Brunch. Amazing presentation and light delicious flavor from beginning to end. Be sure to go upstairs to the museum. Try the Jasmine tea and take away some Paris tea in the classic tin. The mango jam is out of sight!! read more

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"The fragrance of adventure and poetry endlessly pervades each cup of tea" -Henri mariage Now I love tea but M. Mariage had a super romanticized view of it. Always trying to discover new vendors, i thought 14 Euros is a lot to pay for a box of 30 red tea sachets. However the quality of the tea does warrant it. Satchels are woven of French cotton muslin, filled with very fine robois red tea. I guess if they've been around since 1854 they must be doing something right read more

*The prices are not for the faint of heart* But the service is top notch. Will come in for a meal one of these days when I feel in a celebratory mood (one of the salads which featured foie gras cost 27 euros). But I met a friend for tea and had chocolate mousse tea for the first time in my life. I also had 2 madelines for about 10 euros. I strategically took bites so that each bite was one euro. It was good, but not one euro per bite good :-) Still and all - well worth going. read more

This tea salon, tea museum, purveyor of a cultural experience sets the standard for afternoon tea starting from its amazing selection of teas and exquisite house blends to mouth-watering cakes and all served up by knowledgable young men in crumpled white suits. The decor reminds one of a colonial world gone by and yet it serves the experience really rather well. It's not as crisp and militaristic in service as Raffles in Singapore and Raffles do offer a really rather nice tea, an homage to one of its many conquerors no doubt. Mariage Frères Salon de Thé is the treat and experience all us human beings should gift ourselves from time to time. --- Ce salon de thé, le musée du thé, pourvoyeur d'une expérience culturelle établit la norme pour le thé l'après-midi à partir de son incroyable sélection de thés et maison exquis mélanges à gâteaux appétissants et le tout servi par de jeunes hommes bien informés en costumes blancs froissés. Le décor rappelle celle d'un monde colonial passé et pourtant il sert l'expérience vraiment plutôt bien. Ce n'est pas aussi nette et militariste en service au Raffles à Singapour et Raffles faire offrir un très bon thé plutôt, un hommage à l'un de ses nombreux conquérants sans doute. Mariage Frères Salon de Thé est le plaisir et l'expérience de tous les êtres humains nous devons nous cadeau de temps en temps. read more

The tearoom was awesome. Although they do require reservations, they managed to fit us in. The decor had an old southern style with gentlemen dressed in white. It was a bit intimidating asking for a table. I was a little out of place with shorts and a t-shirt haha. The table next to us weren't too happy seeing asians enjoying tea. I've drank my share of fine teas =) Teas: 1. Matcha Uji (green tea) - From Japan. I've had something similar to this but its soooo goood. Very light on your palate and smooth from start to finish. You don't get that lingering bitter leafy taste at all. I was so hungry but after drinking this tea, I didn't eat much for lunch or dinner. This was so good I bought 4 boxes to take home. 2. Marco Polo English Breakfast - Very very flavorful for english breakfast w/o any bitterness. My friends and i came out of this store with gift boxes and teas. I spent more in this store than several stores I shopped at. Yes, its that good. If you plan on visiting Paris and your a huge tea drinker. I would recommend that you stop by and check this out. read more

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I cannot begin to explain how much I love Mariage Frères. Being a tea lover myself seeing how they think of tea as an art and use it in everything they do is like heaven for me!! Each tea I had here while i was in Paris (tried 5 in 4 days!) was perfect. Not only that but their food is so good!! The way the incorporate tea into the food and dessert tastes so amazing. My mom got a brunch and even her jams were tea infused (and great!) I got a matcha salmon dish that was just amazing. For dessert we tried the creme brûlée, they infused it with a black tea and it was so good, and a green tea and rose pound cake that was addicting!! We also took away some tea infused goodies to try! A green tea Madeline, very good and had filling! A Black tea canele, again very good. A raisin scone, amazing! And an earl grey Madeline that I loved!! I'm so upset there are no locations in the US you have NO IDEA. I'm praying one day they bring their genius over cause I've only been away four days and I'm already having withdrawals! Long review short: if you love tea you'll ADORE this place read more

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*Please note: the correct name is: Thé Français. It was already added and I am unable to edit it.* Thé Français, by extension of its big sister accross the street, Mariage Frèresis nothing short of a tea lovers HEAVEN! Please come and partake in the many teas--that some would swear--posess the powers to do the following: enlighten ones being, cure all ills, chase away the blues, waken one out of a funk, or sedate one into a euphoric stupor. Yes, there is something for everyone. Imbibe! '(¿) read more

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Not sure what to say! The streets in Le Marias were crowded today so when we decided to duck inside for a tea & quiet it was the perfect atmosphere we were looking for. Service was impeccable but the star of the show was....oh everything! I had the signature Marco Polo Classic tea. It had such a beautiful fragrant smell, but didn't taste like perfume. I also ordered the Classic Brunch with an upgrade dessert. Outstanding! Everything is infused with a tea, but those flavors only enhance the taste. Dessert, was simply beautiful. read more

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This is such a classy and yet cozy tea shop and store. We had some tea late one afternoon along with a whimsical lemon meringue. It was so fun having tea in this refined setting, and browsing all the different teas and items in the shop is fun. read more

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I enjoy the tearoom experience on occasion, but more often Mariage Freres is a destination for gifts and special treats. If you don't want to take a chance on any of the extensive tea selection, go for the tea jam. Its pretty amazering and a safe but unusual gift. The staff is friendly and helpful. read more

This is the original Mariage Frères location in Paris. I've been twice for tea. On the weekend it can get very busy, so I would suggest making a reservation. I love the tea brand and this is a classic location to visit. However, I prefer the Rive Gauche location for being a bit more secluded and relaxed. My suggestion is to sit away from the washroom (centre of the salon) as the hand blowers can be very loud. read more

I love Mariage Freres. I went multiple times to enjoy a pot of tea and left with a few bags of leaves to bring home with me. Frilly tea shops in San Francisco just aren't the same. I like the overall atmosphere at Mariage Freres tea shops. Everything is white: white tablecloth, napkins, everyone working there is dressed in all white. You receive a book on the art of tea to browse through along with the menu. You may be overwhelmed by their walls of tea. They have one filled with their most popular picks to help you start. I favored the red teas but am particular in love with the "Milky Blue". Taste like Sunday brunch, creamy biscuits and earl gray with milk all in a cup. An afternoon at one of the tables will cost significantly more than brewing a pot at home but it's an experience i highly recommend. read more

Wonderful way to spend a Sunday afternoon. The tea salon gave off a Casablanca vibe, and the waiters were all very nice. You are presented with the book "The French Art of Tea" along with the menu to make your decision. All the food is tea-themed, which could be hit or miss. However, the hits were out of this world and enough to make up for the misses, which were neutral at worst. I had the Caprice du Gouverneur, which was a croque monsieur with salmon on matcha toast. The matcha flavour was very light, but it was very tasty! It came with a green tea sesame salad which tasted a little funky to be honest. I ordered this with Happy Queen tea, a pineapple green tea which was also nothing to write home about, but I guess with thousands of choices not all of them can be stellar. Ok, so that sounded like a mixed bag. Why 5 stars? My friend got the Nostalgie de Pondichery, a plate of amuse-bouches that had a little bit of everything on the menu. My favourite of these was the Louvre, a club sandwich with a tea paste that was uniquely amazing. He had the French blue tea with this, which is a brilliant hue with a lovely, nuanced taste. Would definitely recommend. And for the coup de grace: At the end of the meal, they escort you from your seat to the dessert area where you pick out beautiful cakes from behind the glass. I don't know what the desserts I got were called, but they were the best I have had during my 2 months in Paris. Even better than Ladureé! At the end of the day, afternoon tea, food, and dessert for both of us came out to 76 euro. While I don't regret the meal, if you're looking to not break the bank, I felt that only the dessert was truly essential. But if you have an afternoon and some euros to spare, this is a pleasant experience all around. You even get a Mariage Frères postcard with your bill to remember it by. read more

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Stepping into Mariage Freres, I was embraced by the lovely scent of teas. Opera was playing and it was absolutly amazing. (So much so, that my eyes welled up with joy). The store is small, but filled with tins and tins of teas. The staff is impecably dressed and very polite and extremely knowledgeable. I was in a hurry, and the young man I talked with, suggested I go across the street to their store over there, as it was not as busy. I did. And after a short wait, I had the undivided attention of a young man, who helped me find 5 different teas: Casablanca (Mint and Bergamot). Grand Earl Grey (heavy on the Bergamot), French Breakfast, Chandernagor Chai and Veranda. When I got back to the states, I finally got to actually try the tea, and I was not disappointed. Even if I brew it to strong, the flavour is still mellow and soft in my mouth. It is, without a doubt, the best teas I have ever tasted. ...Already plotting what to buy next. read more

Mariage Frères is a French tea company that was founded by two brothers in 1854. In 1983, the tea boutique and tea salon are located in the same building that housed the Mariage Frères office 150 years ago. The fragrant store is merchandised as if from a bygone era with historic instrumentation. The shop offers a large assortment of quality teas from around the world and tea accessories. You can smell each of the teas prior to purchasing. The tea "ambassadeurs" are eager to assist and they are very helpful. The tea room behind the shop offers freshly prepared tea-infused pastries. A nice quiet spot in the busy city. www1.mariagefreres.com read more

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On the "Paris must do " list. SERVICE was impeccable. Tea "experts" as we will call them... dressed in all white, presenting 5 star service, with grande knowledge of both the food and tea. I had a smoked salmon plate wich was super fresh, so tasty, and a very generous portion. For dessert I had a macaroon which was one of the best macaroons I have very had (and I AM an expert). My boyfriend got same meal and then the Creme Brulee tart - THIS IS A MUST it was TO DIE FOR. Go ! read more

I came here on the recommendation of a good friend and as I was in the area, decided to partake in an afternoon tea service pour un. The maitre'd who sat me was very polite; my waiter was a little uppity. As try as I might to speak the limited French I know to order, he'd just respond in kind "yeah, you want ???" It took away from the experience a bit. Now, the busboy who served the pastries, so nice - big smile. The gentlemen who made the tea, super friendly and even came over to see how I liked everything. Just my waiter was a bit,shall I say, like a Los Angeles actor - waiter type. I did find out later the same one was very rude to my friend's mom a few days earlier so maybe unlike most waiters in Paris, this is not the career move for him. Regardless, this is a must stop. I did not have the lunch - only Earl Grey French Breakfast Tea and the pastries but everyone's food orders looked great. Definitely make the journey. And try the Earl Grey French Breakfast Tea !!! read more

I came here a year ago twice in the same week for my birthday with a friend and with my partner. This was the most amazing lunch and tea I have ever had. The service was impeccable, the atmosphere was wonderful and I was able to eat in the same seat the two times I attended. I purchased tea there that I now have to restock since I just ran out. I can not wait to go back for lunch when I'm there for my 30th birthday in November. read more

What a cute tea spot! This place gets crowded for brunch, btw! I loved how it was filled with boxes of unique tea flavors-mmmm! I had a green tea with some lavender and fruits, and it was delicious!! :D read more

This was one of the best meals I've ever eaten in Paris! It's definitely worth the splurge. We had a late lunch at afternoon tea, and every dish we ordered was perfect. The foie gras on the Nostalgie de Pondicherry was, in particular, divine - creamy, yet slightly firm. The chicken sandwich on green tea bread was also spectacular, with a subtle flavor that still wowed me despite its simplicity. The tea was wonderful, too. I My dessert was merely good but only because I was seduced by the look of chocolate and ordered the wrong thing for my tastes. It was still of spectacular quality. This meal was expensive but I had absolutely no qualms paying for the full afternoon tea experience. Simply delicious. read more

I never thought that I would write a review for a tea shop however Mariage Freres is not any ordinary tea shop. It is to tea what Le Maison du Chocolat is to chocolate. It is upscale however the staff are always friendly and very helpful. This visit at the Le Marais location we purchased some boxes of English breakfast and French breakfast teas. Inside is a tea room that we will visit the next time we are in Paris. read more

Mariage Frères - One room at Mariage Freres' Le Marais shop. - Museums Near Me - Paris, 75

What an amazing, overwhelming place. I had to leave before I bought anything, but don't worry, I picked up a tin elsewhere. A tea addict could not possibly leave Paris without some, it just had to be in a place with far less of a selection! I chose Vanille Des Îles, a vanilla black tea. Just the smell of it when I opened it up let me know that this stuff is good. I normally don't care much for sweeter teas, but I love this a lot. It's so smooth. It makes me wish I bought more. Next time, next time I will go crazy with purchases and it will be wonderful. read more

Good brunch, although a little bit expensive, accompanied with a big glass of cold iced tea (I really enjoy that!), here is a moment of pleasure not to miss. You can also find hot tea of course, but the cold one is really good. A lot of choice, a real pleasure. Good french food and pastry. It is true that here the quality of dishes, service and indeed on some tea is sure. A beautiful place to stroll during small moment around a good tea. read more

My favorite tea shop period! haha Seriouly, my visits to Paris isn't complete without this place. Everytime I come here I stock up :) read more

Had the afternoon tea. Nice ambience, orientalism style, imagine you are at a upscale tearoom in one of France's East Asian colony... Tea was great for sure. The food was nice, not excellent, a little bit too sour I think (or just because of my high expectation). They could do better under the name of such a famous tea house. read more

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Was in Paris & purchased the Marco Polo Blue I LOVE it, and it is really blue

The aroma of tea seeps in through the walls and the service can't be beat. There are over 600+ teas to choose from, which will only make you want to come back to try them all. Take a book, order a madeleine with your very own pot of tea and relax as you rest from all the shopping you've done while strolling around the Marais. This place is a must-go when in Paris. read more