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10 Best Cafés near the Musée d’Orsay in Paris

The Orsay Museum is a must visit for all art lovers in Paris. This city is filled with sensational museums, but the Orsay is something in majestic territory. 

Situated on the banks of the Seine, the Orsay Museum falls under Paris’ 1st arrondissement; a charming neck of the woods for cafe culture and modern gastronomy. 

Here are 10 not-to-be-missed cafes near the Orsay Museum to enjoy during your visit:

1. Café d’Orsay near the Musée d’Orsay in Paris

One can help but start by mentioning the nearest and dearest cafe to the museum itself: so close, in fact, that this cafe is named after the Orsay!

Café d’Orsay – by Café d’Orsay –

Sporting a vibrant exterior and brilliant cafe food, Cafe d’Orsay is a great spot for a quick bite during or after your museum excursion. They’re famed for their croquet madames, and equally as polite staff!

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

OPENING HOURS: Tuesday TO SUNDAY — 8:30AM TO 8pm

ADDRESS: 73 Rue de Lille, 75007 Paris, France

METRO STATION: Musée d’Orsay

2. Loup near the Musée d’Orsay in Paris

This quirky spot feels like 1950s Parisian cafe meets 1970s Californian diner. It’s bright blue facade and retro interior make it one of the best places to eat in the 1st arrondissement.

Loup – by Loup –

The menu is very diverse, featuring international cafe dishes amongst traditional bistro foods. They also cater generously to gluten free individuals.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

OPENING HOURS: MONDAY TO SUNDAY — 9AM TO 2AM

ADDRESS: 44, RUE DU LOUVRE ANGLE, RUE COQUILLIÈRE, 75001 PARIS, FRANCE

METRO STATION: PYRAMIDES

3. Café des Marronniers near the Musée d’Orsay in Paris

On the western end of the gardens, just to the right of the main pond, this small cafe operates seven days a week from brunch through to dinner time. The menu is very basic French, featuring all of the classics right down to French onion soup. 

Café des Marronniers – by Café des Marronniers –

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

OPENING HOURS: MONDAY TO SUNDAY — 10AM TO 9PM

ADDRESS: JARDIN DE TUILERIES, 75001 PARIS, FRANCE

METRO STATION: TUILERIES 

4. Café Verlet near the Musée d’Orsay in Paris

Cafe Verlet is a cafe combined with a French patisserie. You’ll enjoy wonderful breakfast and lunch foods, in addition to freshly baked treats in their age old tradition.

Café Verlet – by Café Verlet –

Cafe Verlet does a classic Eggs Benedict, as well as a salmon and spinach variation. I tend to go all out when I come here and just go straight to the waffle and cream dish!

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

OPENING HOURS: MONDAY TO SATURDAY — 9AM TO 7PM

ADDRESS: 256 RUE SAINT-HONORÉ, 75001 PARIS, FRANCE

METRO STATION: PYRAMIDES

5. Saint Laurent Cafe near the Musée d’Orsay in Paris

There’s nothing overly exciting about the Saint Laurent Cafe near the Orsay Museum, but it does deserve a mention when it comes to the history of this neighborhood. Situated directly behind the YSL flagship store (that also used to be the home of Yves), this cafe makes wonderful coffee, often accompanied by some basic snack foods. 

It’s tiny, and I recommend just grabbing a cuppa to go and walking through the gardens instead! If you’re a fan of the YSL legacy, this cafe is a must-visit while you’re in the area. 

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

OPENING HOURS: MONDAY TO SUNDAY — 9:30AM TO 5:30PM

ADDRESS: 8 RUE DU 29 JUILLET, 75001 PARIS, FRANCE

METRO STATION: TUILERIES

6. Café Blanc near the Musée d’Orsay in Paris

Cafe Blanc is situated just across from the entrance to the Orsay, so a lot of visitors have breakfast here before starting their journey through the museum. 

Café Blanc – by Café Blanc –

You’ll eat breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner and late night meals all under one roof. There is a balanced menu consisting of all the authentic French dishes you need to try while visiting the capital city.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

OPENING HOURS: MONDAY TO SUNDAY — 7AM TO 2AM

ADDRESS: 10 RUE CROIX DES PETITS CHAMPS, 75001 PARIS, FRANCE

METRO STATION: PYRAMIDES

7. Maisie Café near the Musée d’Orsay in Paris

It’s always the vegan cafes in Paris that are out here doing the most for their customers. This is probably the only cafe near the Orsay where one can get a full-sized meal for brunch or lunch.  

Maisie Café – by Maisie Café –

Maisie offers a fantastic menu filled with hearty plates and treats. Think avo toasts, buddha bowls, and even curry of the day accompanied by fresh roti.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

OPENING HOURS: MONDAY TO FRIDAY — 10AM TO 3PM

ADDRESS: 32 RUE DU MONT THABOR, 75001 PARIS, FRANCE

METRO STATION: TUILERIES   

8. Café Kitsune Palais Royal near the Musée d’Orsay in Paris

If something lighter than a full meal is on the cards after your museum visit, the Cafe Kitsune is probably where you want to go. This is a spot that I enjoy in the spring and summer months, as the majority of their space is situated on their outdoor terrace.

Café Kitsune Palais Royal – by Café Kitsune –

Cafe Kitsune was the first place I’ve found a dirty chai latte in Paris. They also offer oat milk, which is something not many places are doing yet either.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

OPENING HOURS: MONDAY TO SUNDAY — 9:30AM TO 7PM

ADDRESS: 51 GALERIE DE MONTPENSIER, 75001 PARIS, FRANCE

METRO STATION: PYRAMIDES

9. Le Musset near the Musée d’Orsay in Paris

Le Musset is always open: seriously, the only times you can’t come here for a dit down meal are for the 5 short hours between 2am and 7am each morning. 

Le Musset – View from Google Earth

The rest of the time, it’s game on, and this is a traditional French cafe through and through. By night, their bar opens up and offers a wonderful vibe to this cozy corner opposite the Tuileries eastern-most entrance, a short walk from the Orsay Museum. Look for the flowers — you can’t miss it!

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

OPENING HOURS: MONDAY TO SUNDAY — 7AM TO 2AM

ADDRESS: 169 RUE SAINT-HONORÉ, 75001 PARIS, FRANCE

METRO STATION: TUILERIES

10. Baguett’s Café near the Musée d’Orsay in Paris

This cafe is a short walk from the Orsay, up toward the Louvre and Tuileries gardens. It’s a tiny cafe, lit mostly by the fairy lights that are suspended from the ceiling. 

The petite kitchen caters paninis, sandwiches, toasts, croissants, bagels, pancakes and quiche. Rumor has it they also make some of the best scrambled eggs in the world — you’ll have to visit for breakfast to get to try them.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

OPENING HOURS: MONDAY TO SUNDAY — 9:30AM TO 5PM

ADDRESS: 436, RUA DO POÇO NOVO 180, 2750-642 CASCAIS, PORTUGAL

METRO STATION: PYRAMIDES