Galeries Lafayette Le Gourmet — Restaurant in Paris

Today 4/24/2024 around 12:45 pm, I had the worst experience with racial discrimination at one of the restaurants at this food hall. It is a restaurant when you keep walking on the right side, quite close to the entrance. It serves baguette sandwich with smoked salmon and arugula and some pastries. My daughter really wanted to sit down and have the smoked sandwich. I was thinking of getting some drinks for myself. I saw there are some round tables with high chairs in the back that were empty. When I checked with a lady with dark skin and short black hair at the counter she informed me in a very stone cold way that we are not allowed to order any drinks. We are only allowed to order take out. There is no sit down service available while there were 7, 8 customers sitting there. I was being understanding at that moment. I said ok and talked to my daughter asking her what we should do. Meanwhile, my son stepped crossed over the waiting line a little bit by accident. That lady started freaking out and screaming at us to leave right away. I was so shocked and humiliated. Doesn’t she know how to communicate with a customer in a polite and professional manner? Why does she have to be so nasty???? Am I being treated horribly just because I am Asian??? Paris is a beautiful city, a melting pot. There are people of all kinds of racial backgrounds. We should all be treated equally! That woman with this kind of attitude should never be working in the...

Galerie Lafayette Gourmet in Paris is a veritable paradise for food lovers, presenting an exquisite blend of luxury and culinary excellence. Nestled in the heart of Paris, this gourmet destination offers an unparalleled selection of fine foods from around the globe, catering to the tastes of even the most discerning palates. The ambiance is sophisticated yet inviting, with elegantly arranged displays that make every visit a feast for the senses.

Upon entering, visitors are greeted by the enticing aromas of fresh produce, artisanal cheeses, and baked goods. The selection of products is impressive, featuring everything from premium chocolates and teas to select cuts of meat and fresh seafood. Each corner of Galerie Lafayette Gourmet tells a story of tradition and craftsmanship, with dedicated sections for French delicacies as well as international specialties.

What sets Galerie Lafayette Gourmet apart is not just the quality of its offerings but also the expertise of its staff. Knowledgeable sommeliers, cheesemongers, and food experts are always on hand to guide customers, making every shopping experience both educational and enjoyable. Whether one is searching for the perfect ingredient for a gourmet meal, a luxurious gift, or simply indulging in the joy of fine foods, Galerie Lafayette Gourmet in Paris is a destination that truly embodies the art of...

This is the food section, food court of the Galeries Lafayette. The main mall with the clothes, fashion and more is across the street.

But we did enjoy this one here a lot more. To travel means to eat for us. And this Gourmet hall here is spectacular.

You will find lots of stalls and counters of more and less know chefs and artists, smaller restaurants to grab a bite or real restaurants (upper floor) to sit down and dine. There's also a great grocery section in the sublevel.

Chez Meunier has wonderful bread, patisserie, cakes and more. There's a long line, but very much worth the wait. Best bakery we think in Paris so far. Then there is Maison Boissier that also sells Marrons glacés. In different price classes. We bought a box of 12 pieces for 60 Euros. That might sound crazy. But they are really also crazy good. Amazing.

Surely these two places were worth the visit already. Given a bigger budget we would have spent a lot more time and a lot more money here. But we just had some lunch at the (quite disappointing) Fish Point and then did some shopping in the sublevel. Great saucisses and saucissons, spices, honey and truffles of all kind. Wonderful, high quality products for every budget.

A wonderful Gourmet Food court. We will definitely back here next time in Paris. With a...