The Ultimate Best Brunch in Paris Bucket List

Last Updated on 10th July 2026 by Charlotte Nadeau

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If there’s one meal that screams “weekend with friends,” it’s brunch. While brunch has long been a staple in cities like London and New York, Paris has quietly built an impressive brunch scene of its own. From cosy neighbourhood cafés serving flaky pastries and speciality coffee to stylish restaurants with indulgent all-day menus, there are now plenty of incredible places to enjoy brunch in the French capital.

Please note that many of the restaurants listed below are now available on the application Skeepit. For restaurants that don’t have brunch bookings available, Skeepit is a virtual queueing app where you can reserve your place in the queue without actually standing in the queue ahead of your visit to the restaurant in question.

Best brunch in Paris

JOZI brunch Pantheon, 3 Rue Valette, 75005 Paris

If you’re looking for a cute Parisian cafe that also serves delicious brunches, then JOZI is the place for you. This charming little spot is located a few steps from the Pantheon and a few minutes’ walk from Notre Dame. They serve classic breakfast bites like pancakes, avocado toast & pastries, along with freshly roasted artisanal coffee. It’s walk-in only, so try to get here early if visiting on a weekend!

Zia, 22 Av. de Tourville, 75007 Paris

While this brunch spot is a little further out, close to the Eiffel Tower, it’s absolutely worth the trip. Zia is bright, spacious, and feels like a little pocket of calm to enjoy a mouthwateringly tasty brunch! They serve breakfast foods like Dutch baby pancakes with fried eggs, bacon, and Comté (a classic!), or avocado toast, granola, and huge breakfast burritos!

The Hoxton, 30-32 Rue du Sentier, 75002 Paris

Set against the backdrop of an 18th-century Hôtel Particulier, the chic four-star hotel of The Hoxton is easily one of the best places to stay in the Rive Droite area of the city and boasts amenities such as contemporary bathrooms, a cocktail bar, and several other eateries.

Even if you’re not planning to splurge on accommodation during your Paris trip, the good news is that The Hoxton’s various dining areas are open to non-hotel guests, including for brunch at the weekends.

Though the portions are significantly smaller than those found at other venues (and so thus this wouldn’t be my first choice for brunch in Paris), such as Sunday in Soho, I’ve often found that it’s easier to find a table at The Hoxton due to its sheer size. Highlights of the menu include speciality coffees and fresh berry pancakes.

In good weather, there is also an indoor courtyard terrace area where you can enjoy your food under the sun. You can reserve a table at the Hoxton Rivié restaurant in advance. Check out The Hoxton Rivié restaurant website here.

Café de Flore, 172 Boulevard Saint-Germain, 75006 Paris

If you know anything about traditional French breakfast, then you’ll know that brunch isn’t a huge part of French culture, though with the rise of social media and other factors over the past few years it’s becoming a bigger phenomenon across l’Hexagone, particularly in larger cities.

Café de Flore is something of an institution in Paris and has welcomed visitors and residents (including many a famous writer and artist) over the years. Located in the Saint Germain-des-Prés area of the city, this area is known for its chic boutiques, historic churches, and wide boulevards filled with cafés.

Wander in at any given moment and you’ll be greeted with pretty decor, great service and a mouth-watering wine list… When it comes to brunch options, you’re looking at getting a lighter offering such as coffee with vienoisseries (croissants and the like). 

Much like many of the other brunch spots in Paris listed here, Café de Flore doesn’t take reservations and is walk in only. Now somewhat of a Parisian institution, you should be prepared to wait for a little while to grab a spot, particularly on weekends and during school holidays.

Treize au Jardin, 5 Rue de Médicis, 75006 Paris

One Paris brunch spot that I only had the pleasure of discovering recently is that of Treize au Jardin. Located in the shadow of the Luxembourg Gardens, this bistro serves up delicious American-style brunches in generous portions and has a mouthwatering array of cocktails and speciality coffees to match.

A particular favourite during our girls’ day out brunch in Paris was the warm artichoke dip which is served with fresh warm bruschetta chips. If you’re a non-meat eater, then the vegetarian breakfast is simply delicious and is served all day. It’s also worth noting that Treize is a smoke free terrace, which is rather of a rarity in Paris.

Like many of the other places to eat brunch in Paris, Treize Bakery doesn’t take reservations and so be sure to arrive earlier in the day as opposed to later so as to avoid disappointment. Just down the road, you can discover the Red Wheelbarrow Bookstore, which is one of the best English language bookshops in Paris.

La Main Noire, 12 Rue Cavallotti, 75018 Paris

A little further away from central Paris, and instead situated in the 18th arrondissement of Paris (close to the painted shutters of rue Cavallotti, which is one of the best secret spots in Montmartre), La Main Noire offers a seasonal and ever-changing menu which comprises hot and cold drinks, as well as full meals and light snacks.

On the last week of every month, everything on the menu is vegetarian or vegan. The menu changes every few days and tends to focus on classic dishes with a modern twist, meaning that no two visits will ever be the same.

Saint Pearl, 38 Rue des Saints-Pères, 75007 Paris

One of my latest favourite finds when it comes to a delicious brunch in central Paris is at Saint Pearl in the Saint-Germain-des-Prés area of the city. Open on a daily basis (though watch out for the later opening times on the weekend), this Parisian café serves both food and speciality coffees.

As well as a mouthwatering array of baked goods and sweets that can be purchased together with a selection of coffees and teas, there is also a handful of brunch items on the menu. Some of the best dishes at Saint Pearl include an eggs benedict burger, vegetable pancakes, and fruit pancakes.

Aujourd’hui Demain, 42 Rue du Chemin Vert, 75011 Paris

One of the veggie brunch places that I’ve been lucky enough to discover during my brunch testing in Paris is Aujourd’hui Demain, which is located in the 11th arrondissement of the city. What makes this particular brunch spot so special is that it is 100% vegan.

From fluffy pancakes topped with vegan meats to granola bowls and set menus where you get a juice, hot drink, croissant, and dish for a set price, there’s a plethora of things to choose from on the menu.

Wild & The Moon, 25 Rue des Gravilliers, 75003 Paris

Though there are actually a few different locations of Wild & The Moon dotted across central Paris, one of the spots you’re most likely to head to during a trip to the city is in Le Marais district of the city. If you’re looking for a healthy brunch in Paris, then this is the place to go to.

After all, Wild & The Moon is easily one of the best vegan restaurants in Paris and is full of healthy eating options as well as hot speciality coffees and matcha drinks. On the menu you can also expect to find items such as cold press juices and raw salad bowls. 

Holybelly, 5 Rue Lucien Sampaix, 75010 Paris

No guide to the best places to get brunch in Paris would be complete without a nod to Holybelly, which always has a queue out the door on account of its sheer popularity (and, of course, how good the brunch is there!)

Brunch served at Holybelly is traditional American style; large portions, cooked English full breakfasts, and delicious coffee. Another item on the menu which is particularly recommended by everyone who visits are the fluffy pancakes.

A visit during the weekend is especially recommended on account of the fact that the weekend menu changes on a weekly basis, meaning that no two visits are the same. It’s worth noting that Holybelly is walk in only and doesn’t take reservations so be sure to arrive earlier rather than later so as to secure a dining spot!

ROSEMONDE BY PATROL, 2 Pl. Edmond Rostand, 75006 Paris

Located opposite the Jardin du Luxembourg in Paris’s 6th arrondissement, it is one of the city’s most popular brunch spots. Their €26 weekend brunch includes a hot drink, freshly squeezed juice, a buttery croissant, farm yoghurt with homemade granola, a mini Spritz or smoothie, and their signature avocado brioche topped with a perfectly poached egg. If you’re after a generous brunch in a beautiful Left Bank, this is a fantastic choice.

Please note that you can make reservations in advance for this top Parisian brunch spot and this is particularly recommended on weekends when the popular eatery gets more than a little busy!

Kafkaf, 7 Rue Keller, 75011 Paris

Looking for all day brunch every day of the week? You need to look no further than Kafkaf in the 11th arrondissement of the city. The portions are tasty and generous and you can take the rest of your food to go in a takeaway box if you don’t manage to finish it all!

Highlights of the menu include speciality coffee, pancakes, avocado toast, and the other usual suspects, and syrups are served at no extra charge. Please note that you can’t book your spot in advance and so you should turn up early (especially on the weekend) so as to avoid queuing for over an hour!

Le Ju’, 16 Rue des Archives, 75004

It’s hard to miss this spot as the outside is decorated with vibrant rainbow coloured umbrellas that shelter its outside terrace. This brunch spot is a well-known LGBTQ+-friendly spot and a popular place to dine for brunch. Found in the heart of the gay district of Le Marais, it’s surrounded by plenty of places to visit after you’ve filled your tummy with Le Ju’s hearty breakfast!

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