Emily in Paris isn’t just a showcase for fashion — it also makes food culture aspirational and accessible. From historic cafés to Michelin-starred dining rooms, the series has helped turn French (and now Italian) cuisine into a lifestyle fantasy fans want to taste for themselves. To celebrate the highly anticipated Season 5 release, we’ve rounded up some of our favourite Paris spots that have officially been inducted into the Emily in Paris universe.
But there’s one Emily in Paris café that only existed for a single night — and it wasn’t in Paris.
To mark the new season of Emily in Paris, a Boursin Bistro pop-up took over Café Renée in downtown Toronto. The transformation was pure magic: custom Boursin Bistro awnings, a white Vespa parked out front with a picnic hamper overflowing with Emily in Paris–branded Boursin boxes and a softly glowing Christmas tree dusted with (real) falling snow. Inside, guests sipped cocktails like The Mindy Martini and The Camille 75, listened to live jazz, and grazed on cheese boards featuring Boursin favourites — including the new Truffle Salt Boursin.
Restaurants & cafés that appear in Emily in Paris
1. Terra Nera / L’Esprit de Gigi
This beloved neighbourhood Italian bistro serves as Gabriel’s restaurant throughout multiple seasons — first as Les Deux Compères, and later reimagined as L’Esprit de Gigi in Season 4.
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— 18 Rue des Fossés Saint-Jacques, Paris
2. La Boulangerie Moderne
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La Boulangerie Moderne saw a surge in popularity after its cameo on Emily in Paris, where Emily hilariously learns to pronounce “pain au chocolat” correctly. Helmed by chef Thierry Rabineau, the bakery is celebrated for its viennoiseries and earned 2nd place in the 2023 “Best Croissant in Paris” competition.
— 16 Rue des Fossés Saint-Jacques, 75005 Paris, France
3. Café de Flore
A cornerstone of Saint-Germain-des-Prés, this 130-year-old café is steeped in literary history. Emily and Mindy are seen there savouring buttery croissants coffee, though the show omits its signature Café de Flore branding.
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172 Bd Saint-Germain, 75006 Paris, France
4. Le Café Marly
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A Paris staple facing the Louvre, Café Marly combines elegant brasserie fare with one of the city’s most breathtaking backdrops. Featured in Season 2 as the spot where Emily and friends dine with views of the Louvre’s glass pyramid. A perfect example of how the series ties iconic Parisian settings to memorable meals.
93 Rue de Rivoli, 75001 Paris, France
5. La Maison Rose
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Already Instagram-famous for its blush-pink façade and storybook charm, this Montmartre icon makes a fitting cameo in the series. This charming café‑restaurant blends French and Italian influences with seasonal, locally sourced ingredients.
2 Rue de l’Abreuvoir, 75018 Paris, France
6. Café Lapérouse Concorde
In season 4, episode 3, Emily samples alcohol-free wine at this glamorous restaurant overlooking Place de la Concorde. The menu leans unapologetically classic — think caviar, foie gras,and fine wine. And no, despite the scene, alcohol-free wine doesn’t appear on the real-life menu (at least, for now).
Café Lapérouse, 2 Pl. de la Concorde, 75001 Paris, France
7. Le Train Blue
It comes as no surprise when Emily is overwhelmed by the opulence of Le Train Bleu upon entering in Season 5. A Belle Époque masterpiece inside Paris’s Gare de Lyon, it’s as famous for its spectacular murals, gilded ceilings, and over-the-top décor as for its classic French cuisine. Originally named “Buffet de la Gare de Lyon”, it was built to impress international visitors arriving and departing by train. The 41 murals were painted by prominent artists to showcase France’s grandeur during the 1900 World’s Fair. Signature dishes include côte de veau, saucisson en brioche, and indulgent desserts like baba au rhum and theatrical crêpes suzette, making every meal feel like a step back into Paris’s golden age.
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Gare de Lyon, Pl. Louis Armand hall 1, 75012 Paris, France
Rome filming & dining backdrops to look forward to in Season 5
Season 5 expands beyond Paris into Italy — mainly Rome and nearby settings, although exact restaurant scenes from the episodes aren’t all confirmed yet.
Gigi Rigolatto Roma
Seen in Season teasers and reported as a rooftop dining location filmed for the series. Fans can expect chic, golden-hour drinks or meals with views near the Pantheon as part of Emily’s Roman chapter.
Rooftop at Orient Express La Minerva (Rome), Piazza della Minerva, 69, 00186 Roma RM, Italy
La Posta Vecchia
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This seaside luxury property was filmed for scenes in Season 5, indicating Emily’s story touches on grand Italian hospitality and seaside gatherings (likely food/drink moments even if not central restaurant scenes).
Palo Laziale, Via Palo Laziale, 00055 Ladispoli RM, Italy
More Paris inspiration to explore
- Stay at Maison ELLE – Experience a chic Parisian boutique hotel that captures the style, flavour and culture of the city of lights — and the character and elegance of the ELLE brand.
- Vegan Guide to Paris – Explore plant-based cafés, bakeries and dining spots for a modern, mindful Parisian experience.
- Best Places to Eat, Shop & Stay in Paris – Insider tips on the cafés, markets and neighbourhoods that showcase the city’s true culinary and cultural flavour.
