Paris attracts visitors for its art, fashion and cuisine. Today, many visitors are looking for restaurants that combine flavor with Instagram-perfect decor. Here’s a selection of five addresses that excel as much on the plate as in the setting.
1. Pink Mamma
- Address: 20bis Rue de Douai, 75009 Paris
- Opening hours : Every day from 12h to 14h15 and from 18h45 to 23h
- Average prices: €20 to €35 per person
Pink Mamma offers four floors decorated like a Tuscan house, a spectacular glass roof and a bar on the top floor. Wood-fired pizzas and generous pastas create photogenic plates. Book in advance: the place fills up fast.
2. Café de Flore
- Address: 172 Boulevard Saint-Germain, 75006 Paris
- Opening hours : Open daily from 7:30 am to 1:30 am
- Average prices: €25 to €50 per person
A symbol of Saint-Germain-des-Prés, Café de Flore boasts a typically Parisian terrace. Photograph the façade and terrace to capture the literary atmosphere. Discover our “Discover Paris” guide to extend your stroll around the neighborhood.
3. Ladurée Champs-Élysées
- Address: 75 Avenue des Champs-Élysées, 75008 Paris
- Opening hours: Daily, 8am to 11pm
- Average prices: €30 to €60 per person
The Ladurée tearoom blends gilt and moldings, perfect for refined photos of pastel macaroons. Take away a few boxes as gifts or set up an elegant table setting. For more sweet inspiration, check out Paris Je T’aime.
4. Le Train Bleu
- Address: Gare de Lyon, Place Louis-Armand, 75012 Paris
- Times: Daily, 11:30 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. and 7 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.
- Average prices: €50 to €120 per person
Le Train Bleu features painted ceilings, gilding and sumptuous decor. The photos taken here impress with their grandeur. Book ahead, especially at weekends.
5. The Pink House
- Address: 2 Rue de l’Abreuvoir, 75018 Paris
- Opening hours : Daily from 12:00 to 22:30 (closed on Mondays)
- Average prices: €20 to €40 per person
In the heart of Montmartre, La Maison Rose can be recognized by its pink walls and green shutters. After your meal, stroll over to the Sacré-Coeur for more picturesque shots.
Practical photo tips
- Book online or by phone to avoid long waits, especially at Pink Mamma and Le Train Bleu.
- Choose morning or late afternoon light for softer photos and terrace seating.
- Respect other customers: ask permission before photographing a neighboring table.
- Remember to tip when you’ve enjoyed the service (5-10% on average if the service does not include a tip).
Personal experience:
During my last stay in Paris, I tried out several of these addresses and got some very nice photos. At Pink Mamma, the glass roof diffuses perfect light – reserve or arrive 20-30 minutes before opening to avoid the wait. At Ladurée, I took afternoon tea: the macaroons photograph beautifully, but the salon remains very busy. At Le Train Bleu, I chose a table near the murals to capture the grandeur of the decor; the meal is more expensive, but the experience is worth the price. Finally, at La Maison Rose, the sunset over the pink façade offered me the coolest shot of the day. Always ask permission before photographing other guests, and avoid using flash indoors.