Café Kitsuné Palais Royal — Restaurant in Paris

This place is Instagram famous! I recall seeing their logos on their to-go cups many moons ago before my trip to Paris. We were walking around the Palais Royal when I spotted this café. Being a lover of both intimate cafés and matcha, I knew I had to try Café Kitsuné out.

Kitsune in Japanese means fox, hence their signature fox shortbread cookie. You may recognize the name from Maison Kitsuné, a popular Parisian fashion label. In Japan, the fox is believed to have the power to change its own appearance and this line wishes to bring that to life with different appearances in fashion, music, design, and food. They launched Café Kitsuné in Tokyo back in 2012 and brought it to Paris a few years later. And true to the clothing line's minimalist aesthetic, their café is no different - charming and chic to a T. This place is as tiny as can be, with just a few stools along the wall and not much standing or sitting room. Particularly on beautiful days, it is wise to take your coffee to go and sit in the nearby garden of the Palais Royal.

You can expect the traditional coffee offerings here, as well as tea, juices, and pastries. Coffee is from Workshop Coffee Company, a London-based roastery. However, their most popular item is their matcha latte (whether hot or iced). Since I am a matcha fanatic, I ordered one to drink in the café and it was delightful. The matcha here is strong and pronounced but not bitter. I thoroughly enjoyed my matcha latte and so desperately wish that there was one close to me. I would come here everyday if I lived in Paris.

Café Kitsuné, please come...

A Charming Cafe with Exceptional Coffee

Café Kitsune Palais Royal is a charming café with a cozy ambiance and exceptional coffee. From the moment I walked in, I was impressed by the minimalist yet stylish decor, with a modern touch that perfectly complements the historic surroundings. The service was prompt and friendly, making me feel welcome and at ease.

The coffee here is outstanding, with a rich and bold flavor that's not too bitter or acidic. It's clear that the baristas take great care in preparing each cup, with a level of attention to detail that is truly impressive. The selection of pastries and snacks is also excellent, providing the perfect complement to a cup of coffee.

What sets Café Kitsune Palais Royal apart is its unique location within the Jardin du Palais Royal, offering a serene outdoor seating area that's perfect for people-watching and enjoying the scenery. However, I did notice that the indoor seating area was quite cramped although quite large, and it could get quite crowded during peak hours. Also, the cafés taste a bit fade and bitter. This is why I have deducted 2 stars from my rating.

Overall, I had a wonderful experience at Café Kitsune Palais Royal, and I would recommend it to anyone looking for a relaxing and delicious coffee break in Paris. I will definitely be back in the future, and I hope to see some improvements to make the experience...

Trendy little cafe in one of the most beautiful spaces in Paris. Serving excellent coffee, cute little snacks and selling a selection of Kitsune goodies including things like compilation albums and tote bags.

The main shop is close so if the merch seems interesting a combo trip to both the cafe and shop is a good choice.

Beware of the too-cool-for-school staff, a waitress literally laughed at us because their treats had run out for the day and our overpriced fox biscuit's tail had broken ...charming, obviously she hadn't got the memo about customer service - seems like everyone else in Paris did.

Worth checking it if you're a fan of Kitsune and want an excellent flat white. Most likely not all the staff are arrogant hipsters. If the weather's nice then sitting in the Palais Royal gardens is one of nicest things you can do...