Restaurant Le Dalí Afternoon Tea Experience with Cédric Grolet’s Pastries at Le Meurice
Tea Time at Le Dalí — Experience Notes
Tea Time — €83:
sandwiches, scones + crème crue, Cédric Grolet pastries and hot drink.
Champagne Version — €115:
full tea time + champagne.
Sunday Edition — €95:
includes Paris-Brest and extended pastry selection.
Setting:
Philippe Starck-designed space inspired by Dalí — surreal, reflective and softly theatrical.
Signature Style:
Grolet’s trompe-l'œil desserts — sculptural, precise and highly visual.
Best Time:
early afternoon for a calm experience, or late slot for a more fashion-week atmosphere.
Who It’s For:
ideal for fashion visitors, special occasions or a refined Paris pause.
Pastry Presentation:
plated desserts arrive almost like jewellery pieces — polished, detailed and highly photographed.
Le Meurice Atmosphere:
palace-hotel elegance overlooking the Tuileries, with a quieter and more intimate mood than many Paris tea salons.
Pair the Experience:
combine tea time with a stroll through Rue de Rivoli, Place Vendôme or the Tuileries Garden afterward.
TLC Paris tip:
treat it as a moment, not just tea — dress slightly up and take your time.
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Highlights
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One of the most sought-after afternoon tea moments in Paris — classic ritual in a palace setting.
Cédric Grolet Creations
Seasonal, sculptural pastries with the signature precision of Cédric Grolet.
Sweet & Savoury Balance
Sandwiches, scones with crème crue, followed by refined pastry progression.
Champagne Upgrade
Add champagne for a more celebratory, fashion-week-ready version.
TLC Paris tip: this is Rivoli palace elegance — treat it like part of your look, not just a reservation.
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Tea Time — Hours +
Mon–Sat: 15:30 – 17:15
Sunday: 16:30 – 17:15
Times may vary seasonally — confirm when booking.
Prices & What’s Included +
- Tea Time: €83
- With Champagne: €115
- Sunday Tea: €95
Includes savoury bites, scones + crème crue, pastries and hot drink.
Cédric Grolet — The Pastry Moment +
Seasonal creations with sculptural precision — the pastry is the main character here.
Setting & Design +
Philippe Starck’s Dalí-inspired interior — mirrors, curves and surreal elegance inside a palace setting.
Dress Code & Atmosphere +
Dress: smart casual
Elegant but relaxed — creative, fashion-week energy rather than formal stiffness.
Best Time & Flow +
Early slots feel calmer; later ones lean more social and fashion-driven.
Plan it between Tuileries and Louvre for a perfect afternoon rhythm.
TLC Paris Tip +
- Upgrade to champagne for the full “occasion” version.
- Dress slightly up — it elevates the experience.
- Build your afternoon around this moment, not after it.
10 min walk · ~800 m
Palace Dining, French Cuisine & Cédric Grolet Afternoon Tea
Le Dalí – Le Meurice
Le Dalí is the elegant restaurant inside Le Meurice, offering French dining, lunch, dinner and one of the hotel’s most refined afternoon tea experiences with pastries by Cédric Grolet. Set beneath Philippe Starck’s celebrated Dalí-inspired ceiling, it combines palace hotel luxury with a more relaxed atmosphere than traditional fine dining.
Best For
Lunch, dinner & afternoon tea
Lunch, dinner & afternoon tea
Atmosphere
Elegant, artistic & relaxed
Elegant, artistic & relaxed
What To Expect
French cuisine, pastries & palace dining
French cuisine, pastries & palace dining
First Visit?
Yes, especially for tea time
Yes, especially for tea time
Location
Le Meurice, Rue de Rivoli
Le Meurice, Rue de Rivoli
Nearby
Tuileries, Louvre & Place Vendôme
Tuileries, Louvre & Place Vendôme
Access
Open to non-hotel guests
Open to non-hotel guests
Visit Time
1.5–3 hours
1.5–3 hours
Visitor Highlights
Le Meurice · Le Dalí · Cédric Grolet · Afternoon Tea · French Cuisine · Lunch · Dinner · Pastries · Philippe Starck · Palace Hotel Dining · Rue de Rivoli · Tuileries Garden · Louvre Area · Place Vendôme · Paris Luxury
TLC Paris Concierge note: Many visitors come for Cédric Grolet’s pastries and afternoon tea, but Le Dalí is equally enjoyable for lunch or dinner. It offers one of the easiest ways to experience the atmosphere of Le Meurice without booking a hotel stay.
Le Meurice – Restaurant Le Dalí | Surrealist Afternoon Tea in the Heart of Paris
Immerse yourself in an elevated Parisian afternoon tea experience at Le Meurice – Restaurant Le Dalí, a refined salon housed within the legendary Le Meurice Hotel, just steps from the Tuileries Garden. This iconic address blends artistic imagination with haute gastronomy, offering a tea ritual that feels as cultural as it is indulgent. With TLC Paris Concierge, afternoon tea here becomes a moment of art, elegance, and Parisian heritage.
Designed as a tribute to surrealism, Restaurant Le Dalí pairs classic French opulence with playful artistic flair. The space is crowned by a celestial frescoed ceiling by Ara Starck, whose swirling forms set a dreamlike tone above gold accents, antique mirrors, and plush velvet seating. The result is an atmosphere that feels both intimate and theatrical—an aesthetic experience in itself.
At the heart of this afternoon tea is the pastry artistry of Cédric Grolet, one of the world’s most celebrated chefs. His sculptural pastries—ranging from refined fruit creations to modern takes on classic madeleines and tartlets—transform traditional French pâtisserie into edible art. Each piece balances visual precision with remarkable flavor, making every bite memorable.
The tea service features a carefully curated selection of premium loose-leaf teas and refined infusions, chosen to complement both sweet and savory elements. Delicate finger sandwiches—such as egg with truffle, smoked salmon, and herb-infused cucumber—offer a savory counterpoint, while miniature choux pastries, financiers, and chocolate creations complete the experience with elegance and restraint.
Perfectly situated in the 1st Arrondissement – Louvre & Palais Royal, Le Dalí is surrounded by some of Paris’s most iconic landmarks and shopping streets. Nearby highlights include the Louvre Museum, Place Vendôme, and the couture-lined Rue Saint-Honoré, home to maisons such as Chanel, Hermès, and Dior. A post-tea stroll through the Tuileries Garden or toward the arcades of the Palais Royal makes this experience the natural centerpiece of a refined Parisian afternoon.
Recommended by TLC Paris Concierge, afternoon tea at Le Meurice – Restaurant Le Dalí is ideal for celebrations, cultural moments, or solo escapes into quiet luxury. Here, tradition meets imagination, and the ritual of tea becomes an expression of Paris at its most artistic and timeless.
