Gérard Mulot Pâtisserie, also known as Maison Mulot, has been a cornerstone of the Saint-Germain-des-Prés food scene since Gérard Mulot opened the address on Rue de Seine in the 6th arrondissement. The shop is a full-service pâtisserie and boulangerie: downstairs houses the pastry counter with its seasonal cakes, tarts, macarons, and mignardises; upstairs holds a traiteur and charcuterie section alongside additional pastry preparations. Technically, the work is exemplary: the millefeuille, assembled to order so the pastry stays crisp, is considered one of the finest in the neighbourhood; the opéra cake shows a classical pastry training without shortcuts; the canelé bordelais is properly caramelised outside and custardy within. Macarons here are rounder and less intensely coloured than at the larger maisons — a stylistic choice that reflects a more traditional rather than photogenic approach to the form. Prices are in line with the neighbourhood: individual pastries at €3.50–€8, whole cakes by request. The shop is busy on weekend mornings when the market on nearby Rue de Buci brings foot traffic; arriving before 09:00 or after 15:00 gives the most relaxed experience. No reservations are needed; the shop is walk-in only. Mulot also produces savoury items — quiches, prepared salads, and seasonal tartines — making it a credible lunch stop for visitors to the 6th.
| Price | € — items €2–€8 (~$2.20–$8.70) |
|---|---|
| Hours | Mon, Wed–Sun 06:45–20:00; closed Tue |
| Reservations | No reservations needed |
| Address | 76 Rue de Seine, 75006 Paris, France |
Signature dishes
- Millefeuille
- Opera cake
- Canelé bordelais
- Macarons
Good to know
- Known for
- Saint-Germain's finest pâtisserie; exceptional technically crafted cakes and pastries across two floors
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Location
76 Rue de Seine, 75006 Paris, France
48.8520, 2.3356 View on map
Highlights
- Saint-Germain's premier artisan pâtisserie; technically rigorous millefeuille, opéra, and canelé are benchmark preparations
- Full boulangerie and traiteur alongside the patisserie counter; a practical stop for both sweet and savoury
- Macarons in traditional sizes and natural colours — less showy but more flavour-faithful than larger commercial houses
- Closed Tuesdays; open from 06:45 six days a week
Tips for visiting
- The millefeuille is assembled to order to keep the pastry crisp; ask for it fresh at the counter
- Arrive before 09:00 on weekend mornings to avoid the Rue de Buci market crowds and have first choice of the daily range
- The canelé is best warm; they are made in small batches and worth timing a visit around
- The traiteur counter upstairs sells quiches and savoury preparations suitable for a picnic in the nearby Luxembourg Gardens
Accessibility
The entrance is at street level on Rue de Seine with no steps. The ground-floor patisserie counter is accessible by wheelchair. The upper-floor traiteur section requires ascending internal stairs.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Gérard Mulot a well-known name in Paris pastry?
Gérard Mulot is one of Saint-Germain's respected independent pâtissiers — widely known among local residents and food lovers but without the international brand profile of Pierre Hermé or Ladurée. The quality is considered by many to be equal or superior.
What is the signature item?
The millefeuille assembled to order is most frequently cited as the shop's defining achievement. The opéra cake and canelé bordelais are also consistently excellent.
Can whole cakes be ordered?
Yes. Whole cakes and entremets can be ordered from the counter; larger custom orders benefit from advance notice by phone or in person.
Is the shop closed on any days?
The pâtisserie is closed on Tuesdays. All other days it opens at 06:45.