My favorite spots for brunch on a terrace

I often talk about brunch on the blog, as it’s an activity I’ve been enjoying for years in Paris, and I actually have several articles on this subject. In this article, the idea is to give you a selection of addresses I’ve tested over the last few years in Paris, which will give you some ideas for brunching on a terrace this summer, hopefully, to take advantage of the pleasant temperatures (outside of heatwave weather, of course…). As a result, there will be quite different types of places, and as always, I will regularly update this article with my new tests.

Summer brunch plate with fresh fruit juice and pastries on a terrace.

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Maison Blossom, Hôtel Sofitel Paris le Faubourg

This address is perfect if you are looking for a Sunday brunch in a secret and quiet place, sheltered from the noise and hustle of the capital. This secret, green patio is nestled in the heart of the 5-star hotel Sofitel Paris Le Faubourg. It is offered every Sunday by the hotel’s restaurant, Maison Blossom, and its chef Christophe Chottin. It features a very gourmet brunch menu (with all the brunch classics) that we found hard to finish because it is also very generous! And if the sun is out, you can enjoy it in the restaurant’s magnificent courtyard, which adds an extra touch to the experience.

Small bowls of butter and jam served during brunch at the Blossom restaurant, Sofitel Paris.

A person holding a glass cup filled with an activated charcoal latte during a brunch at the Sofitel Paris.

Interior courtyard typical of a Haussmann building in Paris with green plants and a blue sky.

Leafy terrace of the Blossom restaurant at the Sofitel Paris with elegantly set tables and floral-design chairs.

Woman enjoying a gourmet brunch at the Blossom restaurant of the Sofitel Paris hotel, surrounded by tasty dishes.

Hanging sign for the Blossom restaurant on the stone facade of a Haussmann building in Paris.

Terrace of the Blossom restaurant at the Sofitel Paris hotel, with guests seated in a leafy courtyard.

Tables set on the terrace of the Blossom restaurant at the Sofitel Paris Le Faubourg hotel.

Smoked salmon and poached egg toast with hollandaise sauce and chives at the Blossom restaurant, Sofitel Paris.

Granola bowl with blueberries, pomegranate seeds, and almond butter served at the brunch at the Sofitel Paris.

Giant chocolate chip and pecan cookie topped with two scoops of ice cream at the Sofitel Paris.

Slice of cheesecake topped with fresh red fruits with coulis poured over it at the Sofitel Paris.

Gourmet French toast with a scoop of ice cream, red fruits, and caramel at the Blossom restaurant at the Sofitel Paris.

Tested in 2026 - Invitation

Maison Blossom / Sofitel Paris Le Faubourg
15 rue Boissy d’Anglas 75008 Paris
Brunch on Sundays only
Price: brunch set menu at €54 with 1 hot drink or 1 latte + 1 fresh fruit juice + baguettines, homemade semi-salted butter, homemade red fruit and elderberry jam + 1 main dish of your choice + 1 dessert of your choice

Le Jardin, hôtel Mercure Tour Eiffel

This green bubble hides in the 15th arrondissement of Paris, not far from the Eiffel Tower. It’s the ideal spot for a countryside brunch, but without leaving Paris! Actually, this little corner of paradise is part of the Mercure Tour Eiffel hotel, but you really have to go inside the establishment (to go to the restrooms, for example) to realize it. Otherwise, you’d think you were in a friend’s garden in the countryside… On the agenda for this brunch, good local and seasonal products, sourced from Ile-de-France producers. My favorite photographer and I really appreciated the variety of this brunch, which I think satisfies everyone because there’s something for every taste! A part of the brunch is offered as a buffet inside, and outside we find some hot dishes prepared “barbecue” style.

At the back of the garden, we also find a small area to play petanque and a foosball table (which some people hogged for quite a while…), which allows you to pass the time quietly, to the point that we must have finished our brunch around 4 p.m. I think, because we were so comfortable (and so we didn’t want to leave, as you can imagine). For me, it is the ideal address for a brunch with friends or family in the sun. That day, it was a brunch for us with the Parisian blogosphere family, and it was truly an unforgettable moment!

Summer brunch on the terrace with parasols, relaxed atmosphere, and greenery.

Crepes with pineapple, strawberries, and cherries on a white plate.

Brunch plate with roast, baby potatoes, roasted garlic, and sauce.

Assortment of sweet and savory brunches on the terrace with brioche and lemon tart.

Fresh fruit salad with strawberries and melon in a white bowl.

Brunch on the terrace with outdoor service of hot dishes.

Lemon meringue tart, brioche, and red juice for brunch on the terrace.

Brunch on the terrace with outdoor barbecue and guests in a garden.

Three glasses of colorful fresh fruit juice (orange, red, green) served for a brunch.

Summer brunch on the terrace with guests and parasols in a green setting.

Tested in 2018 - Thanks to Le Jardin and Aglaé for this invitation

Le Jardin
Hôtel Mercure Paris Centre Tour Eiffel
21 rue de la fédération 75015 Paris
Good to know: 3 Sundays a month a themed brunch is organized for children with activities and workshops
Weekend brunch: €36 for adults / €15 for under-12s and free for
Edit of 17/05/2026: the hotel no longer seems to offer brunch…

Hôtel Mercure Paris Montmartre

Once again (pure coincidence) I am offering you the brunch of a Mercure hotel, but this time at the foot of the Montmartre district: the Hôtel Mercure Paris Montmartre Sacré-Coeur. I didn’t know this hotel, but I found it quite nice. To reach the brunch location, you have to go up to the 1st floor to the hotel’s breakfast room, which offers some nice corners with quite different atmospheres and especially a pretty hidden terrace, out of sight from prying eyes and which even has its own little urban vegetable garden!

On the menu for this brunch is a well-stocked buffet (all-you-can-eat) served inside, with pastries, fruits, cold cuts, cheeses, salmon, pancakes, cakes… We had a very good time with my friend Julie, and even though the weather was a bit gray, we really enjoyed the establishment’s pleasant terrace.

The great plus for the summer: the beautiful sunny terrace for the nice days

Modern restaurant interior with designer furniture and bar in the background.

Brunch buffet with cold cuts, cheeses, and dishes, colorful wall background.

Restaurant terrace with tables, green chairs, and a flowering pink tree.

Mercure Paris Montmartre sign on a pillar decorated with abstract art.

Breakfast buffet with pastries, breads, and waitress at the Mercure Paris Montmartre hotel.

Nespresso coffee station with automatic machines and drink menu.

Brunch table on the terrace with cold cuts, cheese, pastries, coffee, and fruit.

Cafe terrace with colorful chairs and view of a flowery Parisian building.

Woman drinking a cup of coffee during a brunch on the terrace with a view of buildings.

Tested in 2018 - Invitation

Mercure Paris Montmartre
3 Rue Caulaincourt 75018 Paris
Brunch offer every Sunday from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at €25.50 per person (€29.50 with a glass of Champagne)

The rooftop of Maison Blanche (Closed)

Maison Blanche is a place I have already mentioned several times on the blog, especially because the place has two magnificent terraces for the nice days. This Parisian institution, located in the heart of the Golden Triangle, is also right next to the Théâtre des Champs‐Elysées, a cultural place that I like very much.

Since last year, the establishment has been offering a Sunday brunch called Maison Brunch. On the menu, a gourmet brunch served in grandmother-style tableware, consisting of a hot drink, a freshly squeezed fruit juice, an assortment of breads and pastries, a main course, and a dessert, all accompanied by a glass of champagne, a mimosa for true brunch lovers, or a detox juice for the more reasonable ones! As for the main courses, chef Fabrice Giraud invites you to discover his Eggs Benedict with salmon, the M. Burger with its homemade fries, or even his Maison Blanche croque-monsieur with truffle. On the sweet side, I highly recommend the lemon meringue pie, which is famous.

Table set for a brunch on a terrace in Paris.

Maison brunch menu in Paris, every Sunday from 12pm to 2:30pm.

Individual lemon meringue pie during a Parisian brunch.

Rectangular lemon meringue pie on a floral plate, in a Parisian brunch setting.

Eggs Benedict with salmon, orange juice, and wine glasses during a Parisian brunch.

Brunch presentation in Paris with toast, jams, and pastries on a display stand.

Woman having brunch on a terrace in Paris with the Eiffel Tower in the background.

Tested in 2020 - Thanks to Maison Blanche and Pascal from Luxsure for this invitation to this brunch in Paris with fellow influencers!

Maison Blanche
15 avenue Montaigne 75008 Paris
Brunch every Sunday from 12pm to 2:30pm
Brunch prices: 60 € without a glass of champagne / 70 € with a glass of champagne
Update from 07/14/2020: the Maison Blanche restaurant is currently closed and under renovation for a rebirth under a new name, Gigi, in early 2021

Healthy brunch: cake, orange juice, tea, and a food bowl at Foucade.

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⇒ All my brunch addresses in Paris

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⇒ Brunching at Claus

MAP OF MY FAVORITE FOOD SPOTS IN PARIS AND THE ILE-DE-FRANCE REGION

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Photo credits: Nicolas Diolez and Melle Bon Plan
Photos are not royalty-free, photographer's authorization required before any use

My favorite spots for brunch on a terrace

Maison Blossom, Hôtel Sofitel Paris le Faubourg

Le Jardin, hôtel Mercure Tour Eiffel

Hôtel Mercure Paris Montmartre

The rooftop of Maison Blanche (Closed)

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