Your Guide to the Best Hot Chocolate in Paris

Wondering where to find the best hot chocolate in Paris? After 22 years in Paris, these are our top spots for finding authentic, rich, dark hot chocolate in the city of light and love (and chocolate). Get your free ultimate Paris food guide for more can’t miss foodie spots in Paris!

hot chocolate in Paris at Pierre Marcolini

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Where to find the best hot chocolate in Paris

Pierre Marcolini

Pierre Marcolini has dedicated himself to the art of perfecting chocolate since the age of 14. He’s had his Maison for the best 20 years, serving the best of the best chocolate out there. Originally from Belgium, Marcolini now has several boutiques across Paris, as well as other parts of the World.

This holiday season, you can also find a Pierre Marcolini hot chocolate chalet in front of the beautiful department store, BHV. We stopped in recently to try the hot chocolate and it is delicious! It is rich, authentic, French hot chocolate topped with a homemade chocolate whipped cream and Winter biscuits.

Chocolaterie Jacques Genin

Jacques Genin’s chocolate factory has been described by the New York Times as “a holy site for connoisseurs”. He worked as head pastry chef at the Maison du Chocolat and has been voted one of the top French chocolatiers by the Club des Croqueurs de Chocolat.

Stop by the boutiques in the 3rd arrondissement or the 7th arrondissement to get your Parisian hot chocolate fix. Genin’s hot chocolate is less sweet, making it extra chocolatey.

Angelina

We can’t say enough about Angelina and their thick, African hot chocolate. This may be the most famous chocolate in Paris!

They have been preparing their decadent, secret hot chocolate recipe since 1903! The thick Angelina hot chocolate is a combination of three cocoas coming from Africa (Côte d’Ivoire, Ghana and Nigeria) and is specially blended for Angelina Paris.

Pro tip : there is always a long line at Angelina but if you want to take your hot chocolate to go rather than sitting inside, you can skip the line and go directly inside to the right and order your hot chocolate to go from there! Most people don’t realize this. It really is a life-saving hack if you want to try the Angelina hot chocolate without waiting on line for hours! (Who has time for that on a trip to Paris?!)

One of our favorite Winter traditions is getting hot chocolate to go from Angelina and walking in the Tuileries while we sip!

Ask them to put it in your reusable coffee cup and it will stay hot for longer as you walk around the Tuileries across the street!

Hotel Le Meurice

The Hotel Meurice is one of the most beautiful hotels in Paris and a lovely place to pop into for afternoon tea in Paris or a tasty hot chocolate with whipped cream. The Dali tearoom is one of the most spectacular places to drink hot chocolate in Paris.

Maison du Chocolat

Don’t miss the thick, creamy, dark chocolate at the Maison du Chocolat. There are several Maison du Chocolat boutiques around Paris and Worldwide. You can also taste the Maison du Chocolat hot chocolate at the Parisian department store Printemps, at Galeries Lafayette, in the Publicis Drugstore on the Champs Elysées and even in the Carrousel du Louvre.

Café de Flore

This Parisian institution is a must-visit place during your trip to Paris. I have been going to the Cafe de Flore for years, since I first moved to Paris as a student. One of my favorite activities is sitting outside, sipping on hot chocolate and munching on a flaky, buttery croissant. It is a treat for all the senses.

a croissant and a cup of hot chocolate at Cafe de Flore Paris

Chocolaterie Chapon

We first discovered Chapon at the Salon du Chocolat a few years ago. We went back to try the Chapon chocolate mousse bar recently and we fell in love. Stop by the boutique across from Saint Sulpice and get your hot chocolate to go. Take a stroll around Saint Germain with your hot chocolate in hand.

Berthillon

Best known for its ice cream, Berthillon also serves fabulous hot chocolate. We recommend pairing it with Berthillon’s best kept secret : their perfect tarte tatin. We’ve said it before, and I’ll say it again, it may just be the best tarte tatin we’ve ever tasted and we have lots of experience – tarte tatin is one of our absolute favorite desserts!

Jean-Paul Hévin

Thick, rich and creamy, you will not be disappointed by Jean-Paul Hévin’s hot chocolate. There are several boutiques in Paris (and also in Asia). Our favorite boutique is the one in the Place Vendôme!

Café Pavane

This café, created by Jacques Hénin’s daughter, Manon Hévin, is a treat for the senses. She serves her father’s chocolate pastries and hot chocolate, using a secret family recipe that involves whipping the chocolate, whole milk and adding lots of spices.

You can also come for lunch and enjoy French-Russian specialties in the beautiful tearoom.

Laduree

Did you know that the Ladurée on the rue Royale, created in 1862, was the first tearoom in Paris? It offered women who were unescorted a place to go and socialize.

This tearoom remains one of the most beautiful places to sit back and relax and enjoy hot chocolate in Paris.

Carette

Perfectly located in the Place des Vosges, you can sit outside in the Summer or inside in the Winter, nibbling on macarons and other sweet treats, sipping on hot chocolate and people watching if that’s your thing.

Pâtisserie Viennoise

Dating all the way back to 1928, the charming Viennese tearoom serves decadent and delicious hot chocolate. Pair your hot chocolate with a traditional chocolate Viennese sachertorte. This pastry shop is old and authentic but less fancy than the other places on this list. You will feel like you are going back in time.

Edwart Chocolatier

The most recent addition to this list of best hot chocolates in Paris, we discovered Edward Chocolatier last Winter. I was out searching for a Valentine’s Day box of chocolates for Hugo and stumbled upon Edward. After trying a couple of their signature chocolates, I was hooked, bought a box for my love and have been a faithful client ever since. I also picked up a cup of their thick hot chocolate that day and it quickly became one of my favorite hot chocolates in Paris.

Le Procope

This is Paris’ oldest cafe! The setting is absolutely beautiful and it is ideally located in the heart of Saint Germain des Près.

Visit the chocolate museum in Paris

Looking for a museum that is off the beaten path? Want to learn more about making chocolate and even get to taste some? Traveling with kids? Stop by the chocolate museum in Paris!

Book your visit to the chocolate museum in Paris

Make Your Own Parisian Hot Chocolate

We love hot chocolate so much – whether we are going out to have a fabulous hot chocolate in Paris or making our traditional French hot cocoa recipe at home.

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Where to Stay in Paris

These are some of our favorite boutique luxury hotels in Paris.

Le Pavillon de la Reine Hotel & Spa – a gorgeous luxury hotel right in the Place des Vosges in the heart of the Marais.
Maison Souquet – a gorgeously romantic boutique hotel in the 9th arrondissement.
Hotel Parister – a trendy boutique hotel (complete with pool) for couples or families in the 9th arrondissement.
Hotel du Louvre – a stunning luxury hotel across from the Palais Royal that has recently undergone a beautiful renovation.

**See more Paris accommodation to suit your style and budget here.**

More Things to Do in Paris

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