France Pavilion

The France Pavilion is such a charming and elegant part of EPCOT, and as someone whose favorite Disney movie is Ratatouille, it holds a special place in my heart. The Ratatouille ride is very good and definitely worth experiencing—it brings the film to life in such a fun way, even if it’s not the most spectacular ride in the park. What really shines for me here are the food and atmosphere. The pastry shop is outstanding—every visit I have to stop for a croissant or one of their incredible desserts. Dining is also top-notch, with Chefs de France offering a warm, classic French bistro experience, and Monsieur Paul providing an elevated fine-dining option that feels like a true culinary treat. Combined with the romantic Parisian architecture, music, and beautiful details, this pavilion theming is fantastic. It’s a must-do for anyone who loves great food, Disney magic, and of course, Ratatouille! Oh, and being Disney nostalgic, you CANNOT miss Impressions De France. Amazing time capsule and beautiful film.

The France Pavilion at EPCOT is one of the most charming and beautifully designed areas of the World Showcase. Walking through feels like being transported to Paris, with its detailed architecture, cobblestone paths, and Eiffel Tower replica. It’s full of amazing dining options, from casual crêpes to fine dining, and the bakery is a must-visit with incredible pastries. The new Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure adds even more fun to the experience, making it one of the highlights of the park.

Great food and great attractions with Impressions de France, Remy's Ratatouille and Beauty and the Beast sing along. We enjoyed meeting Aurora from Sleeping Beauty and Belle from Beauty and the Beast, too. Please check the meet and greet schedules for times. The food is fantastic if you plan on snacking around World Showcase or having a relaxing meal at Chef's de France or Monsieur Paul. Enjoy.

This was one of favorites as it just the attention to detail and the shops were awesome to go walk around. You can just sit and watch around the fountain to take a break.

The France pavilion is awesome. There’s an amazing restaurant there. Chefs de France The food was superb. The service was amazing. The ride ratatouille is right around the corner and it is so much fun. Pretty sure that rides accessible to everyone and of course the restaurant. But if you ever wanted to go to France and haven’t been able to get there, the France Pavilion is a place to be.♥️

Having visited Paris and other areas of France, I can better appreciate the subtle artistry of this pavilion. Sadly, I cannot recall what much about the cinema attraction as I visited here before my Paris adventure.

Always a favorite! Delicious food and desserts, plus Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure is a fun ride. The streets feel romantic and the theming is top notch. Can get crowded, but it’s worth it every time.

Beautiful curated Pavilion and this is my favorite (or 2nd after Japan) pavilion in Epcot. All gift shops are reasonably priced and superbly stocked. France has one of the most loved ride in Epcot and competent restaurant in Chef de France. Fun and beautiful place to hang out for several hours.

The France Pavilion at EPCOT isn't just a fake Paris -- it's a love letter to an idealized France, the kind that lives in your head when you watch old Truffaut films or dream about sipping wine by the Seine. Except here, the Eiffel Tower is scaled down, the baguettes are mass-produced, and the only river is the artificial lagoon hosting fireworks at 9 p.m. sharp. When the pavilion opened with EPCOT in 1982, Disney leaned into authenticity by bringing in actual French architects, artisans, and designers. The rooftops are replicas of Parisian zinc and slate, the fountains mirror those you'd stumble upon in the 7th arrondissement, and the tiny details -- wrought-iron balconies, flower boxes, cobblestones -- were all crafted to trick your brain into thinking you've teleported across the Atlantic. Even the Eiffel Tower you see is a 1/10th replica painted with a special technique to always look "distant," no matter where you're standing. It's an Imagineering sleight of hand worthy of a magician. But let's be real: you're here for the food. Les Halles Boulangerie-Patisserie is a carb temple -- croissants, quiches, tarts, and pastries that taste far better than they have any right to at a theme park. You grab a baguette sandwich and suddenly EPCOT doesn't feel like Florida anymore. Then there's Chefs de France, the table-service restaurant designed in part by Paul Bocuse, one of the legends of French cuisine. It's not Lyon, but sitting in that glass-walled dining room with a bowl of French onion soup and a glass of wine while the crowds shuffle by outside feels like a small act of civilized rebellion. For dessert? France doubles down. L'Artisan des Glaces is a gem -- their ice creams and sorbets are absurdly good in the Florida heat, and the ice cream macaron sandwiches deserve their own Epcot passport stamp. And of course, the Grand Marnier and Grey Goose slushes -- iconic, dangerous, and possibly responsible for more "lost in EPCOT" stories than any ride ever built. Disney added the Remy's Ratatouille Adventure ride in 2021, expanding the pavilion further. It's whimsical, fun, and a reminder that Disney keeps layering new stories into old architecture without breaking the spell. The France Pavilion isn't about accuracy -- it's about romance. It's Disney's version of France: cleaner, friendlier, and with significantly fewer existential cigarette breaks. But it works. For a few minutes, with a croissant in hand and accordion music drifting in the background, you really do feel transported. Bottom line: EPCOT's France Pavilion is a slice of Paris with none of the jet lag, dog poop, or surly waiters. It's not the real thing, but sometimes the dream is just as good.

What a great way to start the morning in Epcot Rope drop remi and get breakfast in France. The bread was great. The breakfast was great

Bon ami! JaDore! We love visiting through the France pavilion. The restaurants and atmosphere are on point with Paris. The parfumery is aromatic walking through the stores.

Oh my yum!! In the sea of countries for the festival of the holidays the France pavilion is an absolute must stop for cocktails. There is a large amount of standing tables behind it with great views of the water and pavilion itself. Only wish there were some sitting tables. We got the hot chocolate martini which was to die for, it is like a chocolate milkshake with vodka. We also got the salted caramel vodka drink which came with an amazing cold foam. Sweet (but not too sweet) and the perfect night cap.

The France Pavilion is one of the best in Epcot's World Showcase at Disney World. It originally opened in 1982 along several other pavilions. The pavilion was designed to replicate the ambiance of a French village. Some of the primary activities at the France Pavilion is exploring a wide range of shops and boutiques. You can browse through perfumes, wine, gourmet food, and beauty products. Once you're done shopping, you can stroll through the beautiful gardens and fountains, capturing the essence of French architecture. The France Pavilion has some of the best dining options by far at Epcot! The signature restaurant, Chefs de France offers French cuisine and the Boulangerie Patisserie offers an array of pastries and baked goods. You'll also find the L'Artisan des Glaces which has ice cream and sorbet. Another quick service option is Les Halles Boulangerie-Patisserie that offers sandwiches, quiches, and pastries. The pavilion recently added Remy's Ratatouille ride. I think it recently converted to a stand-by wait line and it also has a purchase lightning lane option. It's a dark, slow ride with some 4D motion picture. The wait time can get a little bit longer, so I'd highly recommend going on the ride first thing in the morning if you can! It's a lot of fun though! There is also the beauty and the beast sing along show. There is so much to do at the France Pavilion. I highly recommend trying out most of the food options!

Such a fun stop in Epcot. This has the remy ratatouille ride which is a favorite. They have so many good drink options, from froze to champagne flights. We typically get a champagne flight and it's always great. The food is also really good! The crepes are to die for. It's a large area with lots of seating and lots of shops. Also super beautiful!

"Tale as old as time True as it can be Barely even friends Then somebody bends Unexpectedly Just a little change Small to say the least Both a little scared Neither one prepared Beauty and the Beast." -Disney Beauty and Beast Located in Epcot, the France pavilion is a fun and romantic with the Paris vibes throughout. The castle and garden with The Beauty and The Beast shapes were so pretty. It is also home to the Ratatouille ride, which is a must! Very cute ride! Yummy pastries and cheese. I enjoyed this Pavilion more than actual Paris lol Maybe because it was Disneyland, I don't know lol

The France Pavilion is located at the 8 o'clock spot in the World Showcase in EPCOT. The Eiffel Tower overlooks the pavilion and all the themed buildings. One of the big ride attractions is Remy's Ratatouille Adventure. We also went to L'Artisan des Glaces to get their croque glacé which was delicious. As part of the "drinking around the world" journey, we went to Les Halles Boulangerie to get the drink frosé.

The France Pavilion is definitely one of the best pavilions at Epcot! It feels like one of the bigger pavilions, with tons of different shops that you can check out, great exclusive merch, Remy's Ratatouille Adventure ride, and of course so many delicious restaurants and food stands that is some of truly the best food in all of Epcot! It's a shame that it's located at one of the furthest points at the "back" of the park! If you're eating around the world like I was, it was one of the last pavilions I got to (after rope dropping Remy's ride in the morning before any of the food stalls were open) because I started in Mexico. By that point, it was hot and I was tired and full, so I had no appetite to try much of the delicious food here, but it was such a shame because everything I did try and see tasted and looked SO GOOD! It's such a shame that I am for sure going to approach this with better planning next time and make sure to leave space for the French pavilions goodies next time I go!!!

COME TO EPCOT FRANCE PAVILION FOR THE FOOD The EPCOT France Pavilion (World Showcase) has a little bit of everything - food, shops, shows and Ratatouille. REMY'S RATATOUILLE ADVENTURE: This is a fun ride using film and larger-than-life props with trackless car technology. If your party is comfortable splitting up, do the Single Rider Line and avoid the long wait time (not missing much if you do not do the queue). FOOD: For the best food in World Showcase, our choice is the France Pavilion. We go to Les Halles Boulangerie-Patisserie for reasonably priced and well-prepared food (great quiche) and L'Artisan des Glaces for home-made ice cream. Hope to soon try La Creperie de Paris or its take-out window Crepes a Emporter. More outdoor seating is needed in the France Pavilion - not many tables in Les Halles and none at L'Artisan des Glaces. Check the Disney app for the popular wine and cocktail bar kiosk and other table service restaurants in the France Pavilion. Plus France also hosts a food kiosk during the EPCOT festivals. SHOWS: You won't learn much about France from Impressions de France, a dated video montage with almost no narration. We have not seen the Beauty and the Beast sing-along (mixed reviews on YELP) that plays in the same theatre between the morning and evening showings of Impressions de France. There is also a small costume exhibit in the theatre lobby. SHOPS: The France Pavilion has some high-end shops such as Guerlain. Fans of Ratatouille and Beauty and the Beast will find lots of Disney merchandise in the France Pavilion. Many of the shops do not offer an Annual Passholder discount.

Not too much going on at this pavilion. We typically grab a wine or Bellini and continue our walk past the country.

Definitely go to the wine shop at the France Pavilion - the Pinot noir is heavenly. Then if the Lin's isn't too long, you can head to the patisserie for wonderful baked goods, sandwiches and desserts. I didn't love the formal French restaurant as it was more Americanized with huge portions and lacks charming outdoor seating. The whole area needs more bistro chairs. Ample seating is sorely lacking.

A very nice area dedicated to France at EPCOT This pavilion or area is inside Disney's EPCOT theme park so you need tickets for the park to get to it. Look for the Eiffel Tower and that is where you will find this section. It is at the back of the park between England and Morroco parts of the park. This section of the park has many things to offer visitors. There are at least 7 eateries to include two sit-down restaurants and 5 grab-and-go spots. At most of the events that the park holds like the Food and Wine Festival, and the Flower Festival there is a special kiosk for a taste of France at the entrance to the area. I have been to all of them and they are all good. There is a wine shop, a sing-along show, a movie about the country, and a perfume shop. The section to the right as you face the country is only a few years old and contains The Ratatouille Ride, 2 Creperie eating places and restrooms. The Ratatouille ride and it's queues are at the back of this section. If you have never been on this ride, I would recommend going. It is fun and they did a good job of making it authentic to the movie from the wait in line to the ride itself. The architecture for the area seems very realistic for the movie's storyline. It is a very nice pavilion that I would recommend visiting while you are at the park.

This French Pavilion is so "Français" that it just makes me want to say "Oh ma belle fille, fais l'amour sur mon visage avec ton cul." - Yes, I'd eat anything I can find in this place, "Très rapide - même immédiatement - surtout le cul d'une Français fille délicieuse." Of all of the pavilions at Epcot this is the one that feels most natural, that feels most like home. Get your coffee Here. get you morning pastry Here, get your onion tart Here. Just be prepared to wait in line.

You basically feel like you're in Paris if Paris was clean! Basically it's Disney Paris and I love it. Great place to stop at while in Epcot.

All of the country pavilions at EPCOT are fun. They provide a glimpse into that country and their culture. Some of my favorites are those countries such as this one that I have been fortunate enough to visit in the last few years. The highlight of each area is of course the food and drinks from that country.

This is my place! I cannot say enough about coming here and having the Grand Marnier slush and relaxing. We love the perfume shop and all of the restaurants. I have not had the chance to eat at all of them or everything, but I would love to come back for their ice cream, macaron, croque monsier, so, so many things here on my food bucket list.

Like most of the pavilions in Epcot, the France pavilion is a little slice of authenticity. Recently expanded to accommodate the Ratatouille ride, the pavilion is bigger and better than ever. Several food and shop options with some of the best snacks in Epcot. Recommend finding the stand with the orange slush drink - it is a must drink!

Zen spot is the tables next to the hut where you get the orange slush. The orange slush is one of those iconic must haves as you drink around the world. Great restaurants with Monsieur Paul Lea Chefs de France. The video impressions of France is really cool and gives you a great taste of France. Bakery in the back is really good. The smells are so good and the food is very tasty.

The France Pavilion always sticks out to be because it's home to one of my favorite sit-down restaurants in WDW: Monsieur Paul. Besides that, it's hugely popular because Belle and the Beast usually have character meet and greets here and there's a huge counter service spot that serves a number of French edibles. The layout of the pavilion isn't as open as other countries along World Showcase, but in terms of offerings there's a lot to see here. The main gift shop is super open and there's also a smaller boutique-like shop that sells more higher end merch. The signature attraction, a film called Impressions de France, has been operating for as long as Epcot has been open and I believe is the only attraction left that is original to the park. Food is exceptional - their counter service eatery is worth checking out and they also have this ice cream shop that makes fresh croque glacé - ice cream pressed and sealed between a brioche bun...UGH. Plans are also in the works to open a new attraction based off the film Ratatouille which I'm sure will increase foot traffic in the pavilion greatly. Whatever your reason for visiting France, there's a good amount to see and do for most Disney goers. Grab some ice cream and take that selfie in front of the Eiffel Tower!

The France Pavilion in World Showcase at Epcot is such a cute escape from the rest of Disney World.It opened with the park on October 1, 1982 with a fun French theme as if you're in a neighborhood in Paris. Plume et Palette & La Signature - the strongest smelling shops in all of Disney World - can be found here full of perfumes! Souvenirs de France carries legitimate French souvenirs from shirts to cute little Eiffel Tower statues. If you've been to Paris, it's akin to the souvenir shops you find everywhere with some Disney touches thrown in. Expect a lot of Aristocats, Beauty & the Beast, Ratatouille and Sleeping Beauty items. Finally on the shop front are Les Vins de France (wine shop) and L'Esprit de la Provence (other liqours shop) full of everything your liver will hate you for later. For eats, you'll find two of the best restaurants Les Chefs de France, a nice sit down restaurant with some of the best mac & cheese! And Monsieur Paul, the classiest restaurant on all of Disney property aside from Victoria & Albert's with fabulous food & service. There is also a more casual Les Halles Boulangerie and Patisserie full of unique and tasty baked goods, as well as sandwiches which are all quite delicious. There are also a bunch of alcoholic & non-alcoholic drink options so you could make this spot a full meal stop. For more indulgence, you'll find L'Artisan des Glaces - an ice cream shop a good amount of options plus you can make a macaron ice cream sandwich or have ice cream in a cappuccino or martini! Yes, please! Standing alone are Crepes des Chefs de France (a cart full of crepes, coffee and ice cream!) and Les Vins des Chefs de France (libations galore though mostly wine, they do have the Disney famous Orange Slush cocktail which is worth trying). During the Holidays, you'll find the Alsace Holiday Kitchen booth which served up one of the best bites I've had in ages - Smoked Salmon Napoleon in a Dill Brioche. So simple but oh~so~delicious for $5.75. Attraction wise, there is an 18 minute film Impressions de France featuring scenes around France in a sit down, air conditioned theater. It's a nice break to learn a bit and see more of this beautiful country. As far as characters, you can meet Belle and Aurora at set times. You used to be able to meet Marie from the Aristocats and I'm so sad they did away with that. Love The France Pavilion for all of its charm, shopping and mostly having the most food options in all of World Showcase. I want to try every single thing on every single menu. :)

There is a small cafe that is good for a quick breakfast. The restaurant there is fancier, might need a reservation for that one. The kiosk Always has a great bite. The shops sell perfume and other fine goods. It's a lot to take in if you have allergies. We stopped and went to the beauty and the beast sing a long concert and enjoyed. The Eiffel towel is set to the side and you can't really get a picture with it.

This was a beautiful place. They have the beauty and the beast sing along show and the ratatouille ride here. We weren't big fans of either of the attractions here. The sing along was just a movie on a screen. The ratatouille ride was not worth the wait. It's good to try at least once but I don't think I'd stand in line for 2 hours to ride that ever again.

A beautiful pavilion. Wine, perfume, pastries...what more could a girl want. We stopped here for the Wine and Food Festival. If you come to Epcot to eat, you will need about 3 days to see and eat it all.

My wife loves France and I enjoy it as well. I like the pastries in the small shop. The French movie is a great place to rest in the AC and sit down. Unlike the Canada movie you have seats here. There is also pictures of Notre Dame in the lobby. The restaurant looks good but it is always booked solid when we have tried so I have never eaten at this location.

The film about France on several giant screens combined to form one giant screen was quite alright. My trip to France was solely focused on Paris & the Parisian city life. The film was interesting showing life in the country. The film showed the epic mountains in France. It was well done. For food me & my friend stopped at the L'Artisan des Glaces Ice Cream shop. There was four vegan options of fruit sorbet. I went w/ mango upon our server's suggestion. The sorbet hit the spot as the day was hot & humid in the midst of a Floridan Summertime slowly rolling ahead. The shops here in the arcade immediately took me back to France as one think I learned about my trip in Paris was it is essential to say bonjour when entering a shop. My primal instincts of this returned as each shop in the arcade I entered would say bonjour.

While there's only shopping, food and beverages, and a movie, France is still one of the prettiest pavilions in Epcot. I love grabbing a pastry, glass of wine or ice cream and sitting in the beautiful gardens. Ahhh. Although I know a bunch of Americans must be a scary thing at times, I find the people working in this pavilion are patient, putting up with my sad attempts at pronouncing and ultimately slaughtering their wonderful language. If you eat at the main restaurant in the France pavilion, you will see Remy. We've eaten at Chefs de France numerous time and the food is good. It's dumbed down for a straightforward, tourist's palate, but there are some 'exotic' foods, such as escargot, on the menu. You must go to Les Halles Boulangerie & Patisserie. In my opinion, some of the best grab and go sandwiches and a bargain. I have noticed the sizes of the desserts getting smaller, but my waistline is happy, even though my tastebuds are not.

One of the larger pavilion spaces this area has a lot to offer. A sit down restaurant, hedge maze, patisserie, perfume shop and ice cream cafe can all be found here. You can meet and greet with Belle and Aurora here, just check the sign for times. The restaurant almost always has a hefty wait time so make reservations far in advance if you can. The patisserie is a queue line and usually moves pretty quick. It's all desserts and sweets here, and the chocolate mousse is a personal fave. Aurora is my favorite princess, so we stop by here a lot for a chance at photos with her. I never get enough of that part! Overall: A Large pavilion with plenty to see and do. Be sure to check out the side street so you don't miss anything!

I love the France Pavilion. It is definitely the most elegant, reflecting off of the country that it represents. It may not seem like the largest area, but there are all kinds of beauties to explore here! I love getting to see the mini Eiffel Tower in the back. Here you'll find a macaron shop, quick service restaurant that has croissants and other goodies, as well as a fancy full service restaurant (that has some amazing creme bru lee!) If you're feeling less fancy, there is another restaurant too, that I have yet to try. If you come here for the Food and Wine Festival, they usually have escargot and (tons) of champagne to sample as well. At the stands they have slushy cocktails, any they are to die for. You can meet Aurora and Belle here, too!

The France Pavilion is my absolute favorite country at Epcot to eat and hangout at. I love having a custom drawing done in front of Chef De France. Bruno is my go to artist whenever I want a new portrait done. He's drawn my entire family and boyfriend. Bruno is beyond friendly and extremely talented. Chef De France is delicious and I love the atmosphere of the restaurant. I highly recommend going here at least once. The sorbet is delicious at the France ice cream shop. The cafeteria is good for some quick service food that isn't your typical burgers but rather French inspired. The stores are cute and the overall area is just a sweet area. There's a romantic feel to the France Pavilion.

I enjoyed this pavilion while on my "world tour" at Epcot. There are some good dining options that feel very authentic to France with menus that reflect the region from my time spent in Paris three years ago. There are several shops in the back that sell fancy expensive French perfume and wine where I saw a lot of older ladies back there making purchases. The street performers were wandering through as I walked past so I saw them with their comedy show of a chef and his assistant wheeling things through the streets and crowd with a whistle. Cute - but if you'r trying to walk through when something like this is going on - it becomes a hindrance to the walkways. I also saw Belle from Beauty and the Beast for photo ops while walking through. VERY long line for her. The patisserie at the back attached to a France themed Disney gift shop is very good. A hidden gem because you really would have no idea where it was unless you wandered into the shop or went specifically looking for it. It has sandwiches and tons of pastries and drinks. Not a lot of seating though. Also, the buildings and aesthetic of this area are done very well. It is close to the International Gateway where you can walk out of the park and down toward the Boardwalk hotel and the little boardwalk which has shops and performers and entertainers as well as dining options.

It is very difficult to reserve a visit to their restaurant...( Very tasty and delicious. They use lots of natural ingredients. You can taste it! Would recommend to everyone to visit this place.

The France Pavilion is definitely one of my favourite places to be while in Epcot. Each time we visit Epcot, we never fail to visit France for a bite, a cocktail, a snack, or ice cream... heck, often it's not just for one thing or the other! The entire area is really cute and charming. If you've never visited Epcot before, then getting a photo in front of "The Eiffel Tower" is a must. There's also a caricature artist here, and if you're looking to meet Belle from Beauty and The Beast, this is where you'll find her. Some of my favourite things about The France Pavilion: L'artisan Des Glaces - The best pistachio ice cream I have had in my life! http://www.yelp.com/biz/l-artisan-des-glaces-orlando?hrid=32GgqWbXcK5MunniP_4pDg Le Chefs de France: Sit down restaurant. Wonderful food. Highly Suggest you make a reservation; although, during the off-season, you can occasionally walk up and get a table. http://www.yelp.com/biz/les-chefs-de-france-lake-buena-vista?hrid=huCWMm055pTRCb2pF3K4xA Les Vins des Chefs de France - A small kiosk that serves fabulous adult slushies. http://www.yelp.com/biz/les-vins-des-chefs-de-france-lake-buena-vista?hrid=sjOJsXZPA9wdEQT_7_IseQ Crepes des Chefs de France - A small kiosk that serves fabulous crepes and is located right next to Les Vins des Chefs de France. Have a crepe and an adult beverage! http://www.yelp.com/biz/crepes-des-chefs-de-france-lake-buena-vista?hrid=U614ySy2COOCrXloBNl6BA Boulangerie Pâtisserie - Wonderful quick service restaurant tucked away at the back of the France Pavilion. Great for a light meal and/or snack. http://www.yelp.com/biz/boulangerie-p%C3%A2tisserie-lake-buena-vista-3?hrid=at7gmmZvZEvx5j9hg_nYlQ La Signature - If you are a fan of the Guerlain line of fragrances and make-up, then make sure to make a pit stop here. There aren't many Guerlain stores in the United States, but luckily, we have this one at Epcot. http://www.yelp.com/biz/la-signature-orlando?hrid=WBAETAeGHwHbPp-eFS9zmg

If you like chairs you'll like France. If you like stacking them, then you will love it! The pavilion contains several iconic settings including the Eiffel Tower, the fountain and side carts featuring both vendors and street artists. During Food & Wine when they are serving a tiny Crème Brulée at the booth we go inside to Les Halles Boulangerie-Patisserie to get a much larger portion for only a little more money.

The France Pavilion at Epcot is a food lovers paradise. Before the hubs and I took in the scenery, we stopped at the drink kiosk in the front of this area (near the water) to get lemon Grey Goose and orange Grand Marnier slushes. They aren't cheap ($10 a pop), but boy oh boy are they worth it! These babies are delightfully refreshing in the oppressive Florida heat, so be mindful as they can sneak up on you quickly if you aren't careful. The lemon slush was my favorite being a fan of all things vodka. So much so that I had to strongly fight the urge to go back and ask to get it in a Big Gulp size, because I'm classy that way y'all. We took our drinks to a shaded bench near the water, and snapped a few photos before checking out the rest of the pavilion. There is a large patisserie filled with essentially every French treat you could dream of including Napoleon, chocolate croissants, éclairs, crème brulee, macrons, Frangipane, and savory items like sandwiches and quiche. Next-door is an ice cream shop where you can keep it classic with a scoop or waffle cone, or get wild and order an ice cream sandwich where 1 scoop is pressed between a warm brioche bun then drizzled with your sauce of choice. They will even make you a sandwich using macrons instead of cookies. Better yet, get yourself an ice cream martini made with any flavor your heart desires, and mixed with whipped cream vodka. You can also go full on frou frou and make reservations at the restaurant Chefs de France, but I prefer my sweets here as opposed to savory. There are plenty of fun gift shops too filled with Eiffel tower trinkets and coffee mugs galore, complete with French cast members to help you out if needed. I was in heaven. Definitely set time aside to visit this part of the park if you are planning to be in Epcot.

First and foremost, I received nothing but friendly service at this pavilion. The snooty reputation is simply unearned. I did not experience as much of this lovely pavilion as I would have liked, but L'Artisans des Glaces is a must visit. I do think the Gelato stand gives it a run for its money in terms of best ice cream, but you can even add a macaron to your ice cream or get a specialty macaron sandwich if you're trying to decide between ice cream from here or a pastry from the bakery (best of both worlds.) Lots of places to try wine or champagne. My sons liked the store with all the Ratatouille themed cooking items like aprons and an adorable chef hat with a stuffed rat on the side.

The Impressions of France cinematic and classical music wide screen show has been replaced with a single screen, cheesy "Beauty and the Beast" cartoon with, no kidding, a sing-a-long on the screen. It is a huge disservice and disgrace to the people and country of France.

Beautiful pavilion. They have beer, wine, champagne and pastries. We enjoyed a glass of champagne and a delicious pastry.

After a long week of trainings, sessions, presentations (and all around good times, to be quite frank) we hit up Epcot on the last day of our Regional Conference. Yea, EPCOT...FOR WORK. Come on, I know you are throwing your phone across the room right now because you hate me - and my job. I'm always the first to admit I'm living the dream. I won't lie...our boss hyped up the France Pavilion to us like it was the best thing since sliced bread. Sure, the decor would be awesome. The accents authentic. The magic of Disney present in every nook and cranny of the pavilion...but really there was one thing, and one thing only, that she said would blow us away. FROZEN GRAN MARNIER Hell. Yes. She delivered! This adult slushy was delicious - and packs a punch. I wish they had this at 7-Eleven. The rest of the Pavilion was a bit of a blur. Not because I was drunk (ok, maybe) but because we flew right by it after grabbing our dranks. We didn't get to go into all the nooks and explore, but the area along the walkway was lovely. I think we tried to make a reservation at the restaurant here, but unfortunately they were full. I hear it's really good....look forward to trying it on the next visit to Epcot.

My favorite place in Epcot and not just because I got engaged there. ;) Fantastic eats (maybe the best in Epcot?) like Monsieur Paul, Chefs de France, ice cream at L'artisan Des Glaces, pastries and sandwiches at the amazing Les Halles Boulangerie Patisserie (we may have burned through some of our snack credits on croissants, macaroons, and pastries to take back to our hotel for breakfast the next morning). Stop into the wine shop for some fantastic souvenirs and sips of some delicious French wines. Plus AMAZING champagne and cocktails which we enjoyed at midnight on NYE. Shopping focuses mainly on the upscale. Delightful perfume and makeup shops make for great keepsakes for the ladies. Chanel, Escada, Givenchy are all represented plus two Parisian perfumiers, Jean Patou and Annick Goutal. If characters sightings are important to you (or the kiddos) then be sure to make it over in time to meet Aurora from Sleeping Beauty or Belle and the Beast from Beauty and the Beast. Architecturally it's not quite as over the top as some of the other countries but it does have a lot of charm and that "Parisian" feel. There's the Eiffel Tower (1/10th the size of the real one) and the "streets" are lined with flower carts and street side artists. A crepe cart will get you a lovely little snack. Step near the water and camp out for a wonderful view of "Illuminations" or just hang back on a bench or by the fountain with a glass of wine and get a great view of the fireworks shooting off in the sky. Things that we sadly missed that you may want to check it out: the "Impressions de France" film (18 minutes exploring France). We saw the film in China and I LOVED it. Sad we missed it here. Also three words: Grand Marnier slushies. We were too busy chugging champagne but I've heard these are the bees knees. Or as they say in France: tres magnifique!

If you're looking for a quick and cheap snack I would give a big recommendation to the cafe here in the French area. The baguettes are very cheap and filling. They were only a few dollars and filled me up. Which in all honesty was better than paying 8$ per meal at a Quick service.

The France Pavilion in Epcot is one of the most lavishly appointed pavilions around. The grounds have a hedge maze, the Eiffel Tower, the Topiary Sculptures of Beauty & the Beast, Lumiare and Cogsworth. And who can forget Prince Charming and Cinderella who dance out in the lane. There are a bunch of wonderful shops, including some very HIGH END shops, ones you don;t necessarily expect to find in a theme park. I did not eat, but I looked at others who were eating ice cream, some pastries and what have you and everyone had a smile on their faces.

Very nice pavilion with a lot of shops and good food. Right now you can get escargot in a croissant for the Food and Wine Festival. When Christmastime starts you can meet Pere Noel. My family and I enjoy watching the acrobat that comes out a few time each day.

The France Pavilion was OK, not one of my fav's. The architecture of the buildings didn't blow my mind like some of the other's. http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/france-pavilion-lake-buena-vista?select=e20G9K07JSE2BdcNYquGzA#e20G9K07JSE2BdcNYquGzA http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/france-pavilion-lake-buena-vista?select=KE0cZpuuJ1BaxFjnuRrg2w#KE0cZpuuJ1BaxFjnuRrg2w The best part was the large hedge maze design in the middle of the pavilion. I'd like to have one of those in my backyard...ha! http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/france-pavilion-lake-buena-vista?select=zE7du3e0VX2uB3c3k7lsuw#zE7du3e0VX2uB3c3k7lsuw Return Factor - 60%

We had fantastic slush drinks at the France Pavilion for the food and wine festival! We had the the orange slush and the citron slush and you really can't go wrong with either choice! Both were magnificent!

Very fancy! Belle from Beauty and the Beast has scheduled visits for photo opportunities. Gift shops are nice and have something for everyone in the family.

The Disney Imagineers did an awesome job with the France Pavilion... Everything in this area is very beautiful...There are plenty of shops and places to eat in this area... If you haven't seen this area of Epcot it's worth checking out on your next visit.

My favorite country in the world...so of course this is my favorite pavilion in the World Showcase at EPCOT. I can (and have!) spent a couple of hours here sipping delicious champagne and wandering in and out of the shops. There are some prime beautiful spots for more sipping of the delicious champagne and/or Côte du Rhone, Burgandy, Bordeaux, etc. etc. and people watching. The restaurants here are all fantastic. Le Chefs de France is a beautiful restaurant reminiscent of a Parisian bistro and the food is hearty and good. Les Halles boulangerie is a wonderful bakery with both sweet and savory options. Les Glaces has some of the best ice cream on the property with classic flavors as well as more adventurous choices. Monsieur Paul is the fine dining restaurant in the French pavilion, and it never disappoints. It is a beautiful and relaxing respite from a day of walking in the parks. The wine list is tres magnifique. My favorite attraction is Impressions de France. It is a wonderful (seated and air conditioned) film showcasing the French countryside and ending with a trip to Paris. The music is all French composers and the cinematography is wonderful. It is a must do for me every visit. Spend some time in the French pavilion!

Our friend did the drink around the world at Epcot and our first stop happened to be France. I didn't really get the opportunity to explore this area but I did happen to get a frozen lemon citron slushie for $9.00 - and it was totally worth it. That heat made that slushie even that more delicious. If you're in this area, get that or the grand marnier slushie - you will not be disappointed.