Last summer was particularly hot. After presenting the best picnic spots, the most refreshing places in Paris paris Secret’s new summer 2023 collection: the best ice creams in town! But not just any kind. At these artisan ice-cream makers, no pre-made mixes or chemicals. We work the old-fashioned way, and the result is delicious ice cream! The best ice creams in Paris are here!
Pastelli Mary Gelateria, 3rd
Tested and approved by the editors, this address has perhaps the best artisanal ice creams in Paris. The owner makes all her ice creams in-house, and you can taste it! Real ice creams with fruit, chocolate and a host of other creative flavors, perfect for summer quenching. In this little address that you might not see, a bucolic setting and a fine selection of fragrances. There’s not much more to say, except that it’s simply delicious, and so fresh (and we’re not talking temperature, but quality).
60 Rue du Temple, 75003 Paris.
La Glacerie Paris, 4th arrondissement
Since 2018, this ice cream shop has been delighting Parisians with its home-made waffle cones and authentic-tasting ice creams. In addition to the traditional ice cream cone, La Glacerie also offers meringue ice creams, iced chocolate bonbons and ice cream bars… A frosty delight for everyone. David Wesmaël, who runs La Glacerie, is France’s Best Ice Cream Maker 2004 and World Pastry Champion 2006. That’s all there is to it.
13 Rue du Temple, 75004 Paris.
Bachir, 3rd/18th
We’re going on a trip! In Lebanon, to be precise. Artisan ice-cream maker since 1936 in Lebanon, Bachir brings its delicious flavors to Paris, transporting you to an oasis of refreshing aromas. As well as being delicious, their creamy ice creams are natural and organic! You can ruin your summer body with their gourmet ice creams, but with a clear conscience.
58 Rue Rambuteau, 75003 Paris | 7 Rue Tardieu, 75018 Paris.
Raimo, 12th
This is the capital’s oldest artisanal ice cream parlour. Raimo has been making traditional ice cream since 1947! Do we have any more arguments to put to you? All right, then. Ice creams with marron glacé, ginger, iced lemon, almond milk… Unique fragrances that will leave you changed. Pastry chef Christophe Michalak even told L’Express that Raimo’s products were “among the best in the world”. Let’s check it out!
59-61 Boulevard de Reuilly, 75012 Paris.
Pozzetto, 4th/3rd
Are we going on another trip? Are you inspired by Italy? After all, Italian-style ice cream is one of the most popular in the world. In Paris, we head for Pozzetto to cross the Alps and meet up with our Italian neighbors. Made with fresh milk in the traditional way, Pozzetto’s ice creams are as generous in taste as they are in quantity. There’s no need to use a spoon here: we fill your cones the old-fashioned way, with a spatula.
39 Rue du Roi-de-Sicile, 75004 Paris | 16 Rue Vieille-du-Temple, 75003 Paris.
Glazed ice cream, 9th
Shot the Sherry, Basilic Instinct, Highway to Ale, Orange Mécanique… The names of Glazed’s ice creams are as inventive as their flavors. Glazed founder Henri Guttiet emphasizes innovation. Her fragrances are all unique, creative creations, introducing us to a world of refreshing discoveries. Glazed started out as a food truck.
54 Rue des Martyrs, 75009 Paris.
Le Bac à Glaces, 7th
Artisanal can also mean family. Such is the case with this ice cream shop, located as a matter of course on rue du Bac, and family-run since 1955. While a few new flavors and original creations appear in season, people come to Bac à Glaces above all to enjoy the sorbets of yesteryear and traditional flavors, thanks to manufacturing processes refined over generations for your greatest pleasure. We refresh ourselves and plunge into the ice-cream past of our childhood.
109 Rue du Bac, 75007 Paris.
Berthillon, 4th
How about a visit to one of the world’s most famous glaciers? Berthillon has been a craftsman since 1954. The method of making their artisanal ice creams hasn’t changed since, and a tasting of their ice creams quickly explains why. There’s nothing to change when something is already perfect. Today, the founder’s granddaughter leads the way, with ice cream still produced above the store.
31 Rue Saint Louis en l’Île, 75004 Paris.