In the heart of the 5th arrondissement, this absolutely magical town house is transformed a little more to celebrate the magic of the festive season. For a month, this venue dedicated to immersive theater presents its incredible “Café du Père Noël”, a fairytale haunt where gourmet delights and magic come together. Perfect for a comforting break in a theatrical setting.
A real Santa Claus café in the heart of the capital
As soon as you enter, the tone is set. Patinated wood, subdued lighting, garlands, antique furniture and carefully chosen details create a warm atmosphere. The place retains the elegance of this 19th-century mansion, while allowing itself to be invaded by the imaginary world of Christmas. Settle around a table as if in a cosy salon, and you’ll find yourself far removed from the hustle and bustle of Paris.
You can come here to take a break between two walks, to warm up or simply to enjoy the decor. On the à la carte menu, comforting hot drinks naturally take center stage. Generous hot chocolate, spicy drinks, gourmet coffees and sweet treats accompany the experience, in a simple and regressive spirit, true to the ambiance of the place.
Also on the menu is a selection of savoury dishes and sharing dishes for aperitifs. Start with spreads, dips or dry sausage, then treat yourself to gnocchi with gorgonzola, trout or parmiggiana.
The charm of this café also lies in its direct link with the DNA of the Grand Hôtel des Rêves. The venue is renowned for its immersive journeys combining theater, scenery and storytelling. Here, the experience is gentler, freer, but still conceived as an immersion. Le café du Père Noël is as much for families as for adults in search of a warm moment. Children will find the imaginary world of Christmas here, while adults will appreciate the tranquil setting. It’s also a good excuse to (re)discover this atypical venue, which in just a few years has become a benchmark for immersive theater in Paris.
Open for a limited time only, this ephemeral café is a not-to-be-missed winter interlude!
📍Le Café du Père-Noël – Grand Hôtel des Rêves – 47, rue du Cardinal Lemoine, 75005
📆 Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays 11am to 9:30pm / Fridays 11am to 2pm / closed Wednesdays & weekends