Located in Paris’s lively 12th arrondissement, Épicerie Du Monde – 24‑hour General Grocery is a neighborhood convenience gem open until midnight—or even 1 a.m. on weekends. First registered around 2016, this small business of three employees is run with genuine warmth by owners dedicated to serving a diverse clientele deep into the night.

Operated as a classic corner grocery, often referred to in Parisian slang as an “arabe du coin,” it remains open late nights and on Sundays, offering everything from fresh produce and pantry essentials to exotic international items at budget-friendly prices.

The store also functions as a Mondial Relay parcel drop-off point, a service highly appreciated by locals and travelers alike—even on Sundays—though package pickup isn’t offered on Mondays as per user feedback. Customers have praised the efficiency: “le dépôt s’est fait en un clin d’œil.” 

Inside, you’ll find a vast array of global food supplies and essentials for late‑hour needs. Many customers highlight large-format spice sacks (500 g to 1 kg), seeds, condiments—ideal for cooking enthusiasts or families with specific culinary traditions.

The atmosphere is warm and welcoming: staff are frequently praised for their friendliness and helpfulness, enhancing the store’s reputation despite occasional critical reviews regarding parcel handling. The ideal customers include local residents, night-shift workers, students, and Afro-Caribbean or Antillean families seeking niche must-have products (like shea butter or exotic condiments).

Friendly anecdotes note some shoppers coming in for hair and beauty care products alongside food—demonstrating the store’s multifunctional product offering.

Practical info: easy access via metro (line 8: Bastille or Reuilly‑Diderot) and various bus lines. The store is wheelchair‑accessible and features a hearing loop. Modern payments accepted (credit cards, mobile NFC). Please note: local regulations may restrict alcohol sales late at night in certain districts.