Le Rocketship

Delicious and darling shop full of treasures that make a creative heart sing. Beautifully curated. Added bonus of an expertly pulled espresso drink better than any cafe! Wander, wonder and ask for the story behind any item and Ben will tell you everything.

Le Rocketship is one of my favorite spots in the 9th. As a former neighbor, i would stop for coffee, conversation and the most interesting and unique gifts - from a beautiful embroidered lion pillow to notebooks, pens and two incredible wooden sculptures - this is truly a hidden gem worth visiting.

The Rocketship is a quiet gem nestled on a refined street in Paris’s 9th arrondissement. It’s the kind of place you don’t just stumble upon—you discover it, and once you do, it lingers in your mind. Inside, the shop is a carefully assembled collection of curiosities: automatic pencil sharpeners, concrete tables, vintage reading lamps, fine design papers, and striking photographs printed on exquisite stock. But what sets The Rocketship apart isn’t just the objects—it’s the way they speak to you. Nearly every piece bears a handwritten note from Benoît, the shopkeeper, offering sharp observations or personal musings, nudging you to notice details you might have missed. Here, touching isn’t just allowed—it’s part of the experience. You’re meant to feel the weight, the texture, the patina that tells a story. The scent of well-brewed coffee lingers in the air, blending with the hum of carefully chosen music. It’s a place where the senses are gently, but fully, engaged—a space where past, present, and an ever-unfolding future meet in quiet conversation.

A complete delight - from wandering by the shop, to walking into the sweet aromas of coffee and a well curated shop (you know the smell), to the storytelling (in both French and English) ... I bought this wonderful photograph, actually taken by the owner. He was so sweet to tell me the story behind the piece. It was the first thing I took out when I got home and I smile every time I see it - not only because it makes me laugh, but because it reminds me of that crazy happy moment with the Owner.

Excellent unique shop! and excellent coffee! Highly recommended

Rad little shop! Blown away by how many cool things they have inside. Amazing products and super friendly and chill guy working there. There is delicious coffee inside too which is great!

Great shop lots of great finds, I could buy ALOT here! Great friendly customer service and a wide range of Local and International products for the home.

Brilliant little shop with all kinds of wonders and delights, and some seriously good coffee!

This is really a little gem of a shop! For one, the owner is a genuine sweet heart, passionate about all of the items he sells. Two, all of the items that he sells are genuinely passion provoking. Three, it's a hybrid shop with a mini café where the owner prepares fabulous Coutume Coffee on the spot so you've got the scent of rich, freshly brewed coffee wafting throughout the space while you shop. I love original items for the home that are beautiful, affordable, and tell a story. And this place carries all of the above. The owner sources designs made by friends or acquaintances in the neighborhood, like dolls made from recycled French linen by a woman a few blocks away, silkscreen prints made by a family member, etc. Every item seems to have not only a story but a soul. I cracked for some simple, retro-looking hand towels by a indie brand called Fog Linen that the owner swore by. At 11E a pop, I was willing to give them a chance. And boy was he right. They're the most absorbent towels ever, and never look ratty like most hand towels do after mega action with a toddler in the house....

Great great great! I stopped by today after reading some positive reviews on some blogs and was very happy that I did! I had a quality macchiato (something that is surprisingly difficult to come by in this city) and even better customer service! I recommend this little shop wholeheartedly.

Had an awesome conversation with the owner about the world, life, France, and more. Over a great Pour Over with beans from Coutume. Wish I had room in my suitcase to buy some of this amazing bits and bobs as well!

Cannot concur more with the other reviews for Le Rocketship. My husband and I stumbled upon it on our last day in Paris while we were just strolling around. We did buy a couple of small items to take home with us and instead of a coffee, the owner made us each a mug of fabulous hot chocolate. He was such an interesting person and has curated an incredible collection of unique, interesting, fun and beautiful items. I hope the store is still there the next time I go to Paris!