What could be better, after nourishing your mind and soul with works of art, to satisfy yourself with delicious dishes under the capital's sun? We have selected for you the most beautiful museum terraces in the City of Lights. If you want to take refuge indoors, discover our selection of the most beautiful restaurants in Parisian museums.
The most dreamlike: the Petites mains in the Jardins du Palais Galliera
Leave - carry you through a festive and sophisticated culinary symphony, which invites you to embrace the Parisian summer in the shade of the Palais Galliera and its pergola. At your feet, 600 m2 of ephemeral terrace surrounded by art and sumptuous gardens lighting up at sunset, facing the Eiffel Tower. For the fourth consecutive year, Les Petites Mains enchants the gardens of the Palais Galliera and invites Jared Phillips, an Australian chef who loves France and its cuisine. With a touch of impertinence, he reinvents culinary classics, gracefully merging the inspirations gleaned from his wanderings around the globe. A program that begins at midday, with lunch in the shadow of the Palais Galliera. The blue sky, the fresh seasonal produce in the morning, the sound of the wind in the foliage of the garden, in the heart of the 16th arrondissement. In the afternoon, it's up to you. For the wiser, a menu of mocktails and homemade lemonades, to enjoy while remaining dignified. The most daring indulge in la dolce vita, as the day goes by and Vincent Diener's so-French cocktails. In the evening, the garden lights up as the sun sets, and welcomes small intimate tables and large crazy tables, to celebrate life endlessly, in our sweet summer nights. LES PETITES HANDS - GARDENS OF THE PALAIS GALLIERA 10 av. Peter 1st of Serbia, 75016 Open until October Tues. to Fri. 12 p.m.-2:30 p.m., 7:30 p.m.-10 p.m., Sat. 12 p.m.-4 p.m., 7:30 p.m.-10 p.m., Sun. 12 p.m.-4 p.m. { 68}Closed Mon. Lunch meal from €31 Online reservation here
The most "timeless": Fabula at the Carnavalet Museum
The fine arts come to the table! In this setting from another century, aesthetics are pushed to their peak. Chef Thomas Chisholm offers an astonishing menu, like a vibrant echo of the paintings from the Musée Carnavalet. Most ? Its fabulous ephemeral terrace, surrounded by a French garden and its statues. For its third edition, Fabula invites Thomas Chisholm, an essential figure in contemporary Parisian gastronomy, to the sublime gardens of the Carnavalet Museum - History of Paris. In this place where art inspires, the chef unveils reasoned signature cuisine, a fresh and summery menu, where vibrant colors and subtle textures unfold like paintings, sometimes to the point of abstraction, in a gallery of flavors unexpected. On the cocktail side, Vincent Diener, winner of the Bartenders Challenge 2023, creates sophisticated, plant-inspired creations that delicately enhance the dishes orchestrated by the chef. Fabula, a gentle stopover where daydream-loving travelers come to get lost, and where the souls of residents of a chic and romantic Marais find refuge, invites you to delight the senses. Timeless dinners from Tuesday to Saturday, from 7:30 p.m. to 2 a.m. The snack bar is open during the day from Tuesday to Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. FABULA - MUSÉE CARNAVALET 16 rue des Francs Bourgeois, 75004 Open until to October Timeless dinners: Tue. to Sat. 7:30 p.m.-2 a.m., approx. €30 for a small plate to share Self-service snack: Tue. to Sun. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., main course around €20 DJ set from Thu. to Sat. 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Online reservation here
The most northern: the Sommarkiosk of the Swedish Institute
Do you know the concept of Sommarkiosk? In the heart of the Parisian Marais, the Swedish Institute has created this charming red Swedish cabin in its courtyard, surrounded by large wooden tables and flowers. This ephemeral oasis, reminiscent of the freshness of the northern forests, extends the terrace of Café Fika. We taste Swedish specialties there, and enjoy aperitifs that last until dusk... In Sweden, traditionally, fika is a break to eat, which is repeated several times a day. In the past, it punctuated the long days of work in the fields, because the short duration of summer required great productivity and did not allow us to stop to sit down to eat. From the brioche in the morning when you wake up to the evening snack with your family, including a friendly break with your friends, you could do up to seven fikas a day! Today, FIKA offers you a break with a taste of Sweden in the heart of the Marais and our city lives every hour of the day: pastries and hot drinks in the morning; salads and toast for a light lunch; gourmet breaks for snacks and aperitifs at the end of the day! Always with fresh seasonal products, organic vegetables and fruits whenever possible, FIKA offers a selection of artisanal products which are anchored in the very particular terroir of Sörmland, a true garden of Eden that nourishes Stockholm with orchards, vegetable gardens and castles on the banks of clear lakes. CAFÉ FIKA - SWEDISH INSTITUTE 11 rue Payenne, 75003 Sommarkiosk open until August 12 Tuesday to Sunday 10 a.m.-9 p.m., closed Mon. Between €10-25 No reservation
The most exotic: the Belles Plantes at the Jardin des Plantes
Flowering in the middle of the Jardin des Plantes, discover the two sun-drenched terraces of this oasis in the shade of the canisses. Mezze board, burrata, grilled octopus with chimichurri sauce... The colors of its delicious menu, with Italian, Spanish and North African influences, can be savored in the heart of a masterful vegetable decor. Ideally located 2 not from the Latin Quarter, and close to the excitement of the Quais de Seine, Les Belles Plantes welcomes you in a unique setting. After a visit to the National Museum of Natural History or the Menagerie, the restaurant awaits you in a bright decor that immerses you in the heart of nature. This chic, country restaurant welcomes you every day for a quick lunch, a drink, a snack, or even a cocktail as an aperitif. Its two terraces invite you to relax in a plant-filled setting bathed in sunlight. Just like the interior, with its bucolic and bright dining rooms decorated with cane lighting and plant wallpaper, with a view of the gardens. On the program, colorful and tasty dishes, based on fresh seasonal produce, as well as a vegetarian offering and a children's menu. At the end of the afternoon, the snack or aperitif break satisfies the desire for gourmet freshness: ice cream, finger chocolate, red fruit pavlova, sharing board, fruit juices, cocktails and mocktails. {117 }LES BELLES PLANTES - JARDIN DES PLANTES 47 rue Cuvier, 75005 Open daily. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Main course €20-25, express menu €20 Online reservation here
The most "dolce vita": Loulou at the Museum of Modern Art in Paris
With its terrace bathed in the sun in the heart of the Tuileries garden, this chic and elegant restaurant offers you a breathtaking view on what the capital has to offer. In your glasses and plates, you will find scents and flavors of the French-Italian Riviera… la vita è bella! Loulou was designed as the home of an aesthete, the dining room of a collector which would have been decorated over time and through travel... Sensitive to the art of living and with good manners, Loulou receives her friends with elegance, cheerfulness and lightness. Together, they enjoy organizing extraordinary business lunches and dinners. A table both delicate and frivolous, we share the good and the beautiful, day and night with sensuality and infinite grace. On sunny days, we stroll through its gardens and sometimes the party continues until the early hours. The splendor of the facades of the Rohan wing of the Palais du Louvre reveals one of the most sumptuous Parisian terraces. In absolute calm, everyone can indulge in some sweet daydreams while admiring the gardens bordered by the most beautiful monuments: the Eiffel Tower, the Orsay Museum, the Louvre, its gardens and its Pyramid, offering the happiness of a break urban and enchanted for snacking, lunch, tea, dinner, sipping or even dancing. LOULOU - MAD PARIS 107 rue de Rivoli, 75001 Open daily. 12 p.m.-2:30 p.m., 7 p.m. - 11 p.m. Around €50 Online reservation here
The most Mediterranean: Dar Mima at the Institut du Monde Arabe
Perched on the top floor of the IMA, this golden and scarlet setting reveals a gourmet and inspired score, that of a cuisine where oriental influences mix in a delicious, colorful symphony. Its terrace, a veritable garden hanging over the panoramic view, offers a breathtaking view of Notre-Dame and the capital. It is a contemporary, elegant, festive restaurant dedicated to the diversity of cultures of Arab world, ranging from Morocco to Lebanon drawing inspiration from the crossroads between Europe, Africa and Asia. Dar Mima is a true destination offering a holistic experience engaging all the senses, and offers immersive and exotic decoration, careful, attentive and interactive service, and various activities. Dar Mima is also a festive meeting place: the gentle entertainment of the day is followed by a live oriental atmosphere which promises a rhythmic and cheerful night. From man'ouché to fattouche, from pastilla to tajine, the Oriental culinary influences mix in this mixed cuisine where the quest for taste and openness are the key words, served by tasty cooking over a wood fire. Dar Mima's cuisine also knows how to fuse tradition and modernity, flavors and lightness, refinement and generosity, to accompany its guests in their daily lives with the best products. DAR MIMA - INSTITUT DU MONDE ARAB 1 rue des Fossés Saint-Bernard, 75005 Open Tue. to Sun. 12 p.m.-6 p.m., 7 p.m.-2 a.m., closed Mon. Dish €30-50 Reservation (obligatory for dinner) online here
The most festive: the Jardins de Monsieur Bleu at the Palais de Tokyo
Monsieur Bleu is also a ephemeral festive terrace! Surrounded by exotic greenery, we nibble on a summer truffle pizzetta, delicious bruschettas or frosted fruits, all washed down with forgotten cocktails like the Charlie Chaplin... Drinks, tapas, palm trees: all that remains is to go up the sound with lively DJ sets! It turns into a restaurant and becomes the address that is suitable for dinners with friends, family lunches, meetings between artists, business meals, etc. 'to restless nights. A cosmopolitan and international space thought and designed by the architect Joseph Dirand. A living space for lunch, pecking, meeting, sharing or even dancing. The must for sunny days? Enjoy one of the most beautiful Parisian terraces with a breathtaking view of the Eiffel Tower. JARDINS DE MONSIEUR BLEU - PALAIS DE TOKYO 20 av. of New York, 75016 Open until. end of September Tue. to Sat. 7 p.m.-2 a.m., closed Sun. and Mon. Cocktail: €17, tapas to share: €18/45 Reservation: jardin@monsieurbleu.com
The most secret: the Giraffe Suite at the Cité de l'Architecture et du Patrimoine
It is colorful , it is elegant, it is high! Nestled on the 9th floor, the prestigious Girafe Suite, a true design gem from the 1930s, is located… in the former apartment of the museum curator. Fresh and iodized flavors await your palate on this terrace with a view of the Iron Lady: crab, blue lobster, tataki... Indeed, on the kitchen side as on the side of its parent company, there is room to praise the cuisine marine, with ever more refined dishes giving pride of place to products. Like a Parisian seahouse, LSG offers contemporary cuisine where seafood, raw and cooked fish come together in all their forms. GIRAFE SUITE - CITY OF ARCHITECTURE AND HERITAGE 1 pl. du Trocadéro et du 11 Novembre, 75016 Open Mon. to Fri. 12 p.m.–2:30 p.m., 7 p.m.-2 a.m., Sat. and Sun. 12:30 p.m.-4 p.m., 7 p.m.-2 a.m. Dish 25/ 60€ Reservation at 0142252559
The most natural: the Augustine in the gardens of the Rodin Museum
How better to savor the Indian summer than with a stroll in gardens populated with sculptures by the master Rodin, crowned with lunch on the terrace , in the middle of a large park that looks like a French garden? Savory tarts, fresh salads, pastries and a seasonal dish from chef Amandine Chaignot are revealed every day, in this setting of art and nature. In addition, a light catering offering is offered to visitors... including pastries from Maison Lenôtre! The terrace of the Augustine café in the garden of the Rodin museum welcomes you for a break during your visit. Throughout the day, the “L'Augustine” café-restaurant offers a contemporary and elegant menu for a gourmet break in the heart of the Rodin Museum sculpture garden. L'AUGUSTINE - MUSÉE RODIN 77 rue de Varenne, 75007 Tue. to Sun. 10 a.m.-6 p.m., closed Mon. Dish of the day €20 - Tea Time formula €14.90 Reservation: 0620385606
The most Parisian: the Georges at the Center Pompidou
What if we went to dinner... in the clouds? Perched on the roof of the Center Pompidou, the Georges, its stunning contemporary design and sublime terrace spread out across the skies of Paris. You can enjoy inventive French cuisine with a magical view of the Eiffel Tower, Notre-Dame Cathedral and the roofs of the City of Lights... So, tempted? Combining refined simplicity and inventiveness, the menu of restaurant highlights fresh, quality products in a “fusion cuisine” spirit, including the famous Silver Cod from Georges. More traditional, some “Signature Beaumarly” dishes are also offered. Finally, a selection of delicatessens to share is offered for the aperitif, as well as a lovely seasonal dessert menu for a sweet and gourmet touch. For a drink, a lunch or an evening, we enjoy a cocktail at the bar, we sit with friends on the terrace, we taste healthy and gourmet cuisine, we enjoy the Parisian sunset and we party to the sounds of DJ sets. With its immense bay windows and its beautiful volumes with a contemporary and refined design, the Georges evolves over the hours according to the light and the seasons. In the heart of Paris and on the top floor of the Center Pompidou, the Georges restaurant has a large terrace with a view of all of Paris. Whether you are outside or indoors, you can enjoy the sunset and the lights of Paris at your leisure. After an exhibition at the Center Pompidou, for a family lunch, a romantic dinner or a drink with friends, the experience of the Georges restaurant remains unique, the setting idyllic and the site remarkable. In the kitchen, chef Claude Demoncuit offers inventive dishes with refined presentations and chooses a few exceptional products. Healthy and delicate, the menu at the Georges restaurant is contemporary and tangy. LE GEORGES - CENTER POMPIDOU Open from Wed. to Mon. 12 p.m.–2 a.m. , closed Tuesday Place Georges Pompidou, 75004 Dish €25-50 Online reservation here
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The most chic: Café Marly, around the Louvre
Luxury, high culture and gastronomy: the quintessence of the City of Lights is embodied in this prestigious nestled place under the arcades of the Louvre, in the heart of the Tuileries. Here, we taste the emblematic red fruit pavlova, the house's signature dessert, on a terrace with a view of the majestic glass pyramid. Inside, just as impressive, we sit down to admire the listed woodwork, the bird's-eye view of the museum's sculpture rooms and enjoy this exceptional setting... The Café Marly is one of the most beautiful secrets of Paris and also one of the better kept! The Café Marly menu offers French dishes cooked from quality products: starters highlight seasonal vegetables while dishes give pride of place to grilled meats and fish.{ 254} LE CAFÉ MARLY 93 rue de Rivoli, 75001 Open. tlj. 8 a.m.-2 a.m. Dish €20-40 Online reservation here
The most “timeless”: Café 1902 in the gardens of the Petit Palais
Luxury, calm and voluptuousness. On the outskirts of the famous palace, this café takes us back to the beginning of the last century. Unique, this place where revisited tarts and pastries from Maison Lenôtre are served flourishes on a magnificent interior garden and a terrace, surrounded by immense columns and decorated with mosaics, like so many promises enchanting afternoons. Located in the heart of the museum, the café-restaurant has a decor that is both refined and cozy, supported by natural materials in warm tones. A true living scene opening onto an outdoor garden, located within the museum, with lush vegetation, this unique place in Paris extends into a shaded terrace nestled under imposing arcades, with a view of soothing pools. Café 1902 at the Petit Palais offers an exceptional setting for lunches, sweet snacks and cocktails. CAFÉ 1902 - LE JARDIN DU PETIT-PALAIS 2 av. Winston Churchill, 75008 Tues. to Sun. 10 a.m.-6 p.m., closed Mon. Tea Time package €12.90, daily special €18.90 No reservation
The most “cliché” at the Quai de la Photo
What if we had a drink… in the heart of an exhibition? This true art center floating on the Seine offers us a festive terrace where we snack surrounded by photographs, and enjoy signature cocktails like the surprising Sepia, as well as a restaurant with Italian, Oriental and Japanese influences. . Le Quai de la Photo offers visitors a lively and warm atmosphere, to relax with a drink and enjoy tasty cuisine, all bathed in an arty atmosphere, immersed in photographic works. .. without forgetting the theatrical view of the marina and its small historic collector's boats, with the Seine in all its splendor in the background. Several atmospheres follow one another: the day begins at 12 p.m., in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Change of pace around 7 p.m. with an afterwork spirit, then moving on to a playlist that makes you want to party and dance until 2 a.m.! QUAI DE LA PHOTO 9 port de la Gare, 75013 Open. tlj. 12 p.m.-midnight Lunch menu €24 From May to October, restaurant open. tlj. noon-2:30 p.m., 7:30 p.m.-10 p.m., bar and outdoor terrace. open. tlj. 12 p.m.-midnight Online reservation here
The most starred: les Ombres at Quai Branly
Located on the roof of the museum, this delicate and refined gastronomic restaurant offers an exceptional view over Paris and the Eiffel Tower, and opens onto a panoramic terrace, like a Mediterranean hanging garden, in a terribly romantic setting at sunset. A Parisian oasis in the sky! Designed by architect Jean Nouvel, the gourmet restaurant Les Ombres opens onto a sumptuous view of the capital. The room, entirely glazed, offers an exceptional view of Paris and the Eiffel Tower. In broad daylight, the mythical monument projects the shadow of its metallic lace onto the tables, while, in the evening, it illuminates it with all its lights. During dinner, the ceiling of Shadows transforms in a starry sky every hour, as if to send a sparkling wink to its illustrious neighbor. LES OMBRES - QUAI BRANLY 27 quai Branly, 75007 Open daily. 12 p.m.-2 p.m., 7 p.m.-10 p.m. Lunch menu from €58, evening menu from €128 Reservation at 0147536800
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The most “Bocuse”: the Brasserie du Louvre
Between the Comédie Française and the Louvre sits a third French monument… of gastronomy. In homage to the cuisine of the legendary Paul Bocuse, this welcoming restaurant revisits the French brasserie and serves generous dishes, such as the famous Bresse chicken with cream and morels from the “chef. of the century”, all on a breathtaking terrace, under the splendor of the mysteries of the Louvre. Located in Paris 1, our restaurant offers you authentic and generous cuisine in an idyllic setting. Red benches, metro tiles, the Brasserie du Louvre revisits a classic brasserie style with a touch of modernity. For a unique discovery of French gastronomy, find Bocuse's signature recipes: Pike quenelle, Lyonnaise macaroni gratin without forgetting the famous “Grand Mère” waffles for dessert. The Chef of the Brasserie du Louvre, Denis Bellon, offers high-end traditional cuisine, with a subtle blend of flavors. Discover his cuisine in our beautiful restaurant in Paris, where local products are showcased. All dishes are concocted with seasonal products, to allow customers and visitors from the four corners of the world to leave with a memorable souvenir. BRASSERIE DU LOUVRE - BOCUSE 1 pl. André Malraux, 75001 Open. tlj. 12 p.m.-3 p.m., 6 p.m.-10:30 p.m. Lunch and evening menu: starter-main course-dessert €34-38, 2 courses €27-31 Online reservation here
The most adorable: Rose Bakery at the BnF Richelieu
The terrace of this café-restaurant transports you to the Paris of an ideal era. Imagine savoring delicious treats in an enchanting setting: fondant cakes, irresistible savory quiches and simple dishes, all made from exceptional quality products. Relax, and let yourself be charmed by this oasis of tranquility in the heart of the city. After 35 years in their first restaurant in London, and 20 years of salads, quiches, and carrot cakes in Paris, the Anglo-French couple Rose and Jean-Charles Carrarini are renewing the Rose Bakery Restaurant and Tea Room , while keeping their unique style present. They offer original, healthy and simple cuisine, entirely homemade, where the focus is on the quality of the products, and where fruits and vegetables, all grown organically, are favored. A real moment of relaxation, indoors or on the outdoor terrace opening onto the BnF garden. ROSE BAKERY - BNF RICHELIEU 5 rue Vivienne, 75002 Tue. to Sun. 10 a.m.-6 p.m., closed Mon. Around €20 No reservation
The most medieval: the Café des Amis at the Cluny Museum
Gentle ladies and gentlemen, here is a corner of paradise in the heart of the Latin Quarter, in the century-old courtyard of a private mansion… whose origins date back to the 13th century! Here, we discover a medieval-inspired menu: roast turkey, orange-glazed carrots, whole salad with medieval herbs, marzipan tart, etc. or simply sip a drink under the sun, surrounded by architectural treasures. Installed at the heart of the tour route, the Café des Amis offers you a gourmet and aesthetic break, between medieval and contemporary worlds. LE CAFÉ DES AMIS - MUSÉE DE CLUNY 28 rue Sommerard, 75005 Tues. to Sun. 9:30 a.m. - 5:15 p.m., closed Mon. Daily special €9.20 - Lunch menu from €10.80 Reservation at 0155595353
