Our selection of summer menus to enjoy the season in Paris

As the sun shines down on the capital, Paris’s culinary scene takes on a vacation-like atmosphere. From rooftop bars to luxury hotels and frosty afternoon treats, here are five spots to savor the summer with menus that celebrate the season.

Yuna Lamarque Published on 09/07/2025 at 10:52

On sunny days, discover the menus created by our chefs to help you make the most of summer. Whether you’re dreaming of a getaway to Italy, life in a château, or sampling Cédric Grolet’s sweet treats, here’s a selection of five spots to make the most of the summer season.

For a summer meal in a château

With its exceptional location, the Saint James—part castle, part family home in the heart of Paris’s 16th arrondissement—is the ideal setting for a meal with a summery flair. Chef Grégory Garimbay of the Bellefeuille restaurant unveils his summer menu, paying homage to a style of cooking that is dear to him. He has crafted a menu centered on three themes: plant-based flavors, the sea, and earthiness—a nostalgic tribute to his childhood.

Where? Restaurant Bellefeuille, Saint James, 5 Place du Chancelier Adenauer, Paris 16
Monday through Saturday from 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. (lunch for members and residents only)
Reservations on the Saint James website
See the Gault&Millau review of Bellefeuille

For a bright and cheerful tea time

To share an exceptional moment, the Shangri-La Paris hosts tea time on Saturday and Sunday afternoons. It takes place at La Bauhinia, a restaurant with a Franco-Asian flair, beneath a large glass dome in the heart of the palace. The recent arrival of pastry chef Timothy Lam brings a breath of fresh air, featuring finger sandwiches and a selection of sweet treats. Hot and cold beverages, of course, round out this delightful experience.

Where? La Bauhinia, Shangri-La Paris, 10 avenue d’Iéna, Paris 16
Saturdays and Sundays from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Reservations on the Shangri-La Paris website
See the Gault&Millau review of La Bauhinia

For a Summer with an Italian Twist

Il Carpaccio is an Italian restaurant located within the Royal Monceau - Raffles Paris. In its pastel-toned setting overlooking the hotel’s patio, discover the summer menu created by Italian chefs Oliver Piras and Alessandra Del Favero. With five- or eight-course menus, they offer transalpine cuisine that reflects a regional, authentic, and refined Italy.

Where? Il Carpaccio Restaurant, Le Royal Monceau - Raffles Paris, 37 Avenue Hoche, Paris 8
Tuesday through Friday from 12 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. and 7 p.m. to 10 p.m., and Saturday from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Reservations on the Royal Monceau - Raffles Paris website
See the Gault&Millau review of Il Carpaccio

For a “frozen afternoon tea”

This summer, Le Meurice is offering a new sweet treat with Cédric Grolet’s “Goûter Givré.” To cool off, head to Le Dalí restaurant. The menu features a fruity, frozen afternoon tea consisting of three elements: a fruit hollowed out to make room for sorbet (yuzu, coconut, or passion fruit), a summery trompe-l’œil (mango, flat peach, or pistachio), and a raspberry-vanilla cookie. For drinks, enjoy herbal teas and iced hot chocolate, as well as a Meurice-style affogato.

Where? Le Dalí Restaurant, Le Meurice, 228 Rue de Rivoli, Paris 1st
Monday through Saturday from 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. and Sunday from 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Reservations on the Meurice website
See the Gault&Millau review of Le Dalí

To end the day on a high note

Perched atop the Peninsula Paris, L’Heure Dorée bar has reopened for the summer season. End your day with a panoramic view of the Eiffel Tower and Sacré-Cœur from a colorful and welcoming terrace. The menu features a selection of savory and sweet treats, along with creative cocktails and mocktails. As an added bonus, enjoy a musical ambiance curated by Bon Entendeur, specially designed for the rooftop.