Category: our Paris recommendations
CHOCOLATE HEAVEN IN THE HEART OF PARIS: ANGELINA CAFE
Article by — Helene, Paris elopement planner, exploring tourist experiences for the past 12 years
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This is our recommendation for a visit somewhere during your trip. This place won’t be a good fit for a wedding celebration but is worth visiting after the Louvre museum.
If you're looking for some old-world Parisian charm, you'll find it at Angelina Café in Paris. This historic spot has been serving locals and tourists alike for over a century, and it's not hard to see why.
A line to get inside
A heaven!
Inside the famous Angelina
The main salon. Don’t accept to sit upstairs, the atmosphere at the main salon is always better
Every decoration detail is a masterpiece
A visit to Angelina's wouldn't be complete without trying their famous hot chocolate, which is made with a blend of three different kinds of cocoa and is so thick and creamy, you'll need a spoon to enjoy it! The hot chocolate costs around €8 but it's definitely worth the price for the rich, indulgent taste.
The famous hot chocolate is served with a bowl of whipped cream
Angelina's has quite an extensive tea menu, with prices ranging from around €7.50 to €10.50 for a pot of tea. They also have a variety of other items on their menu, such as croissants, macarons, and cheesecake, which range in price from around €3 to €10.50.
Onion soup is a must try
And we also recommend their perfect teatime set with sweet pastries and savoury sandwiches
Tim had a salad, which was also very very good
Love their branded places and cups, so cute
The café is open seven days a week from 8 am to 7:00 pm, so it's the perfect spot for an early morning coffee or a late afternoon hot chocolate. Though the café is incredibly popular and can get quite busy, it's definitely worth the wait.
At Angelina Café in Paris, you'll find a historic and elegant spot that has been beloved by locals and tourists for over a century. So, whether you're in the mood for an afternoon of tea and pastries or simply want to indulge in some decadent hot chocolate, this café is certainly one destination that should not be missed during your trip to Paris.
No reservations needed
Address: 226 Rue de Rivoli, 75001 Paris, France
Hours: Open 7 days a week, 8 am to 7:00 pm
Prices: Hot chocolate €8.20, tea €7.50 to €10.50, other items on the menu range from €3 to €30
What we recommend trying: a famous hot chocolate, teatime set, onion soup