Cedric Grolet Opéra

Instagram famous pastries at a premium price. It’s what you would expect, steeper prices than your neighborhood boulangerie but elite pastry chef quality. The croissants and laminated pastry are stunning to look at. The prices for the base pastries were more reasonable than we assumed they’d be - 4€ a butter croissant, 6€ pain au chocolat. The specialty items are obviously more - 12€ pain suisse (very good but not worth the cost), 8€ for the pomme grille, 12€ for the vanilla flan (really delicious and decadent, good for sharing for the price). The pistachio flower was pretty insanely priced at 18€ but wasn’t surprising considering the patisserie workmanship. However it was too sweet and not complex enough. We waited exactly 30 minutes at 10:00 am which wasn’t too bad. Overall, it’s a nice experience to try highly lauded French patisserie shop but not necessarily worth the money to go more than once.

Came here for the tea time experience and on another day to collect a vanilla bean and chocolate flower. We also went to the tea time experience in London at The Berkeley and preferred the food there. In Opera we were allowed 2 drinks each as part of the price but at the Berkeley it was unlimited. What set this apart and the reason for the 5 stars was the unlimited selection of breads, cakes and cookie pizza slices from the counter at the centre of the room which were all delicious. We stayed a bit longer than the 1.5 hours allotted time, but were not rushed or made to feel we needed to leave (worth noting they were not fully booked). Was good to see the food being made in the centre counter. Service was very friendly and attentive, both during the tea time experience and when collecting from the bakery downstairs (much better than experiences at the other 2 locations we visited during our stay). Would recommend the tea time experience. The vanilla bean and chocolate flower were very nice to try once, given the high prices.

I ordered a Saint Honoré Flower from Cédric Grolet Opéra to celebrate my birthday. The boutique itself is beautiful and the presentation is, as expected, very elegant. Unfortunately, the cake was disappointing. The choux pastry base was noticeably overbaked and tasted burnt, with a strong bitterness that affected the entire dessert. Given the high price point and the reputation of this pâtisserie, the quality did not meet expectations and did not feel worth the cost.

Outstanding viennoiserie and breakfast pastries – worth the wait Cédric Grolet Opéra is primarily known for its viennoiseries and breakfast pastries, and this location fully lives up to the reputation. The products are exceptional: technically flawless, intensely flavorful, and beautifully executed. Prices are undeniably high, but you truly pay for what you get — top-tier ingredients, precision, and consistency at the highest level. Unlike the Le Meurice boutique, takeaway cannot be pre-ordered here, so queuing is unavoidable. For this reason, I strongly recommend going early in the morning, as the most popular items tend to sell out quickly. The laminated pastries are among the best I’ve tried: perfectly crisp, deeply buttery, and incredibly light despite their richness. Everything feels meticulously crafted, from the dough to the final glaze. A must-visit if you’re interested in world-class viennoiserie, but plan your timing carefully to avoid disappointment.

A Must-Try Parisian Breakfast at Cédric Grolet If you're in Paris and love pastry, a visit to Cédric Grolet is an absolute must. We made a reservation in advance for the fixed breakfast menu (€50 per person), which includes both savory and sweet options, along with the now-iconic croissants that have taken over Instagram. The quality of the products is truly exceptional. The croissants were without a doubt some of the best in Paris — perfectly flaky, buttery, and beautifully presented. Alongside the pastries, the menu offered delicious savory dishes as well, all crafted with the same level of precision and care. The location itself is stunning and elegant, making the experience feel extra special — like a mix between a high-end boutique and a modern pâtisserie. The service was fine — not particularly memorable, but efficient enough — though the real star here is the food. There were also other pastries and creations available for purchase at the counter, each a piece of edible art. Whether you're a foodie, a pastry lover, or just curious about one of the world’s most famous pâtissiers, Cédric Grolet is a unique and worthwhile experience in Paris.

Went from watching gram videos of Cedric Grolet and wondering if I would ever had the chance to taste one of its signature desserts to actually being able to live it and not be disappointed. Was lucky enough to walk in without any line, though the line did form as soon as we went inside, the nice gentleman at the front door welcomed and guided us as where to go and how to order. The vanilla dessert it’s out of this planet, the crunchiness, the texture and freshness are vivid and linger in your mouth. Presentation, packaging make it top notch and give that luxury to it, it’s really really worth it. Huge lines form, so plan accordingly or just know that you’ll have to be in line for a while, but the servers are quick and efficient.

I visited Cedric Grolet at this location for the first time on my last trip to Paris and waited in line for about 30 minutes. I didn't think that their croissants were the best I've eve had, but I did love their pastries. Very pricey, but incredibly pretty and lotta work goes into making such creations. Their ingredients are top quality and you can taste it. This time around, I reserved a few pastries online for their "Click & Collect" and showed up in the time window given. Then I got some croissants and other baked goods and WOW! The croissants were wonderfully flaky, soft, and crispy. I'm not sure if it's because there was a ridiculous long line outside and I just waltzed by those people in line to pick up my goodies or what, but this time I could swear that the croissants and pain au chocolat tasted MUCH better than last time! Sure I spent over US$100 on just pastries, but hey, it was worth not having to wait outside in that crazy line!! LOL

I have been few times in this store, the tea time was a nice experience. But unfortunately when ive been there last time, I have bought a chestnut pastry by thinking it is a tarte, but it was cream on meringue, not a dough. Super disappointed with the taste, it was super sugary and ordinary. Still design was cool and presentable, but for taste i wouldnt suggest.