Less than an hour from Paris, the Château d’Hardricourt opens its grounds every Sunday for a brunch that’s quite different from the typical Parisian offerings. Here, the meal takes place in the middle of a wooded park, near the pool, with half a lobster served to each guest. The package is priced at 99 euros and allows guests to stay on the premises until late afternoon.
Lobster and a large all-you-can-eat buffet
The buffet begins with the all-you-can-eat brunch classics: artisanal breads, pastries, jams, cold cuts, and aged cheeses. A variety of salads, seasonal vegetables, fresh fruit, and hot dishes round out the savory selection, with offerings that vary depending on available ingredients. And after the buffet, each adult receives half a lobster, hand-peeled and served with homemade mayonnaise.
The restaurant also pays special attention to presentation, with large, beautifully set tables, antique tableware, and floral arrangements that change every Sunday.
A brunch near Paris that extends into the castle grounds
To find the Château d’Hardricourt, head to the Yvelines department, on the edge of the Vexin Regional Nature Park. The estate is open to guests from noon to 5 p.m., allowing you to leisurely extend your lunch in the garden instead of having to vacate your table after two hours. The children’s menu is priced at 35 euros for ages 4–12, while brunch is free for children under 4.
Between the lobster, the buffet, the château, and the grounds, the Lobster Brunch at Château d’Hardricourt offers a gourmet and rejuvenating getaway just a stone’s throw from the capital. Don’t miss it!
📍Lobster Brunch at Château d’Hardricourt – 29 Rue du Château, 78250 Hardricourt
📆 Every Sunday starting at noon