L'Epicerie
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L’Epicerie is a phenomenal resource for exquisite teas, artisan mustards, herb-infused oils and perfumed sugars—very gourmet.”
51 rue Saint-Louis-en-l’Île
PLUS:
- For a few good lunch options, try the tasty crêpes, salads, steak frites or duck confit at Café Med. 77 rue Saint-Louis-en-l’Île
- With its central location, Île St-Louis makes a great home base for a stay in Paris. Try the romantic and charming rooms at Hôtel du Jeu de Paume, a former royal mansion with a lovely patio garden.
- For a picnic on the island, Capucine recommends getting a baguette and then heading to La Ferme Saint-Aubin, a cheese lover’s heaven with stinky varieties from all over France. 76 rue Saint-Louis-en-l’Île
Berthillon
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Berthillon produces the most exquisite ice cream I’ve ever tasted and incredible seasonal flavors like black currant and fraise des bois,” Capucine says.
29-31 rue Saint-Louis-en-l’Île
Brasserie de l’Île St-Louis
For a bite and view of the Seine and Île de la Cité, try Brasserie de l’Île St-Louis. “The food is simple and the view of the tippy tops of Notre Dame is handsome,” Capucine says. “Try the succulent poulet frites!” 55 quai de Bourbon
Boulangerie St.-Louis
You can’t visit France without tasting the baked goods. “Every morning I would go to this darling little patisserie, Boulangerie St.-Louis, where you can get tiny, fresh quiche and crispy baguettes,” Capucine says. Boulangerie St.-Louis, 78 rue Saint-Louis-en-l’Île
Mon Vieil Ami
The French may be known for their meat and cheese, but at
Mon Vieil Ami, chef Antoine Westermann’s vegetables—sweet rutabagas, fleshy artichokes, meaty mushrooms—take center plate.
Mon Vieil Ami, 69 rue Saint-Louis-en-l’Île
La Charlotte de I'Isle
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La Charlotte de l’Isle is famous for its hot chocolate. I used to sip tea, order two desserts (I couldn’t choose just one) and write in my journal,” Capucine says. “It’s minuscule and full of romantic vintage furniture.”
La Charlotte de l’Isle, 24 rue Saint-Louis-en-l’Île