WATCH: Viral video shows mouse inside popular pastry shop in Paris, sparks social media debate

A video circulating online has raised hygiene concerns after a tourist claimed to have filmed a mouse inside Cédric Grolet Opéra, the well-known Paris patisserie where its signature trompe-l’œil pastries are sold for around €18 each.

The footage was shared by FranceNews24. It appears to show a small animal, believed to be a mouse, moving within the premises. Details surrounding when the video was recorded and the exact circumstances of the alleged sighting remain unclear.

The bakery, led by internationally acclaimed pastry chef Cédric Grolet, is widely recognized for its hyper-realistic desserts designed to resemble fruits and flowers, attracting large numbers of tourists and locals.


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The clip has prompted mixed reactions on social media, with some users expressing concern over food safety, while others have urged caution. Some users on X questioned the quality of the popular pastry shop’s products, even though the context of the video remains unverified. The establishment had not issued a public response regarding the video at the time of filing of this report.

According to 709 reviews on Tripadvisor, Cédric Grolet Opéra holds an overall rating of 2.6, placing it in the “poor” category. The breakdown of customer feedback reflects a largely negative sentiment, with 239 “terrible” and 173 “poor” ratings outweighing 144 “excellent,” 73 “good,” and 80 “average” reviews.

Category-wise, the patisserie’s service is rated 3.2, while food stands at 2.9. The scores drop further for value at 2.2 and atmosphere at 2.8, indicating that many customers feel the experience does not justify the cost despite the venue’s reputation.