Our Favorite Ice Creams to Survive the Parisian Summer

As soon as temperatures start to rise, Parisians have one obsession: finding the ice cream that’s truly worth the wait. Intensely fruity sorbets, nostalgic ice cream bars, or creations crafted by renowned pastry chefs—the French capital is packed with spots that turn a simple sweet break into a genuine summer ritual. Cone in hand, here is our selection of the best ice cream destinations in Paris, guaranteed to refresh your strolls and satisfy even the most demanding sweet tooth.

At Pierre Hermé, ice cream is enjoyed like a haute couture pastry. Staying true to his love of unexpected flavor pairings, the chef presents a Spring-Summer 2026 collection of ice cream tubs that are as creative as they are elegant. Highlights include Akari, a lemon and nepita duo with fresh herbal notes; Aura, combining strawberry, lemongrass, and coconut; Mogador, the iconic pairing of milk chocolate and passion fruit enhanced with roasted pineapple pieces; and Riz au lait et Caramel, a deliciously comforting rice pudding and caramel flavor. Sophisticated recipes that provide the perfect excuse to indulge in a frozen treat.

Pierre Hermé, ice creams available in Pierre Hermé boutiques and online. 160 ml – €9 / 500 ml – €22.

Summer tastes even better on a stick at À La Mère de Famille. Paris’s oldest chocolate shop expands its collection of artisanal ice cream bars with two new creations destined to become seasonal favorites. On one side, a vanilla ice cream bar sprinkled with praline chips, both creamy and generous. On the other, an almond milk version with crunchy pieces, offering a delicate sweetness with an irresistible crisp finish. Each is coated in rich chocolate, showcasing the maison’s exceptional expertise.

À La Mère de Famille, available in boutiques and online. €6.50 per ice cream bar.

The Ice Bao reinvents childhood snacks in a comforting and original format at Bao Family restaurants. Hidden beneath its frozen stick shape is a rice pudding ice cream infused with vanilla and salted butter caramel, dotted with real rice grains for a creamy, delightfully nostalgic texture. Combining milky sweetness with caramelized notes, this creation truly stands out from the crowd and is well worth trying.

Bao Family, available at all Bao Family locations. €6.50 per ice cream bar.

At Enzo & Lily, boredom simply isn’t an option. Founded by Lionel Chauvin, the brand embraces unexpected flavors and bold combinations. This season, we’re particularly drawn to the frozen tiramisu collection, available in coffee, lemon, and pistachio varieties. Alongside perfectly executed classics—the hazelnut flavor alone is worth the visit—you’ll find more adventurous recipes proving that ice cream can still surprise us.

Enzo & Lily, 2 rue Auguste Maquet, Paris 16th. Open Monday to Friday from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m.

At Girotti, la dolce vita is best enjoyed by the spoonful. Imported directly from the family workshop in Umbria, the brand’s artisanal gelato delights with both its silky texture and outstanding flavors. Alongside classics such as pistachio, fior di latte, and lemon, visitors can discover more unusual creations including lavender & fior di latte, prosecco & peach, and even truffle. A destination that instantly transports you from Paris to Italy.

Girotti Paris, 120 boulevard Raspail, Paris 6th. Open daily from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.

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La Maison du Chocolat unveils a collection of ice cream tubs and bars inspired by its iconic chocolate creations. Among our favorites is the Figaro bar, featuring vanilla ice cream with a hazelnut praline center and a milk chocolate coating studded with crunchy hazelnuts. Equally irresistible is Jolika, combining pistachio ice cream with a melting pistachio center beneath a milk chocolate shell. For a fresher option, Salvador blends raspberry, passion fruit, and dark chocolate into a vibrant frozen treat. Fans of intense cocoa flavors will love Quito, an ice cream tub made with 80% dark chocolate, offering deep and elegant notes.

La Maison du Chocolat, available in boutiques and online. Ice cream tubs and bars from €8.50.

If there were an award for the most indulgent ice cream of the summer, Matthieu & Pauline would win it hands down. The concept is brilliantly simple: a generous swirl of vanilla soft serve topped with large chunks of the bakery’s famous marble cake and finished with an ultra-gourmet chocolate glaze. Between the freshness of the ice cream, the softness of the cake, and the crunch of the chocolate, this creation ticks every box for the ultimate addictive dessert. A must-try before all of Paris catches on.

Matthieu & Pauline, 24 rue Cler, Paris 7th. Open Wednesday to Saturday from 8 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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At Pierre Marcolini, ice cream is crafted with the same precision as the chocolatier’s celebrated confections. This summer, the Belgian chocolate maker presents a collection inspired by his travels to Japan, featuring flavors as refined as they are unexpected. On the menu: Hazelnut & White Miso, Matcha, and Mango & Yuzu, alongside freshly churned ice creams prepared with remarkable care. Elegant flavors that transport you far beyond Paris from the very first spoonful.

Pierre Marcolini, available at 5 rue Sainte-Croix de la Bretonnerie, Paris 4th, and Galeries Lafayette Le Gourmet, 35 boulevard Haussmann, Paris 9th. Small cup: €5.50, large cup: €7, cone: €7.

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Until the end of July, Yannick Alléno is setting up his ice cream kiosk at Galeries Lafayette Le Gourmet with a concept that is as simple as it is addictive: build your own sundae. Guests can choose between two perfectly executed flavors—Papua New Guinea vanilla and Grand Cru Ecuador 80% chocolate—then personalize them with three indulgent sauces: vanilla caramel, chocolate, or intense strawberry extract. Toppings include cookie crumbs, dark chocolate-coated hazelnuts, wafer pieces, and shortbread-coated pistachios. The result? A generous frozen creation designed with the precision of a Michelin-starred chef and enjoyed in the most relaxed way possible.

Yannick Alléno, ice cream kiosk at Galeries Lafayette Le Gourmet, until July 31, 2026. Small size (115 ml): 1 ice cream + 1 sauce + 2 toppings: €6. Large size (300 ml): 1 or 2 ice creams + 1 or 2 sauces + 1 to 3 toppings: €13.

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Following the success of its frozen chocolate bars, The French Bastards returns with a collection that takes indulgence to the next level. The season’s major launch is the Ice Cream Snacks: shareable (or not) frozen squares combining milk chocolate, croissant ice cream, and croissant caramel in a seriously addictive combination. The bakery also revisits its signature Ice Cream Bars in three versions: dark chocolate with chocolate ice cream and raspberry pieces, milk chocolate with vanilla ice cream and cookie chunks, and white chocolate with pistachio ice cream and pistachio biscuit.

The French Bastards, available in all The French Bastards boutiques. €5.90.

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