Do you love coffee? Rest assured, you won’t go thirsty in Paris! The city is lucky to have some excellent spots, among the best in the world (yes, we can say that!). A café hidden in an abbey, a coffee shop surrounded by books… Paris is brimming with incredible cafés, perfect for a gourmet break or a morning of studying. From a strong espresso to a creamy latte, here’s our selection of the best cafés in the capital that you absolutely mustn’t miss (some of which are still very well-kept secrets…).
Merci’s Used Book Café, the most beautiful café-bookstore in Paris (and the world)
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Nestled in the 3rd arrondissement, this spot has been voted one of the most beautiful bookshop cafés in Paris. Surrounded by thousands of secondhand books, you can enjoy a coffee, have breakfast, or even brunch here . A real gem for lovers of reading and coffee!
Location: 111 Bd Beaumarchais, 75003 Paris
Hours: 10 a.m. – 7 p.m., Monday through Sunday
Café des Bernardins: a historic haven of peace
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Located within the Collège des Bernardins, this charming historic café promises a unique coffee break. Before becoming a café, this place served as a meeting point for European Cistercian monks. Quiet, unique, and splendid: the perfect setting to savor a moment out of time.
📍 Location: 20, rue de Poissy, 75005 Paris
🕒 Hours: 10:30 AM – 5:30 PM (lunch 12:30 PM – 2:30 PM)
🎟️ Price: Free admission
Kawa: a world-renowned coffee shop
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This cozy little café has been voted one of the best coffee shops in the world. And honestly? It’s easy to see why! Kawa sources its beans directly from producers. Colombia, Ethiopia, Peru, Kenya… get ready to travel with every sip.
📍 Location: 46 rue Tiquetonne 75002 Paris
Bonjour Jacob, coffee and magazines
At first glance, this highly specialized coffee shop in the 10th arrondissement might seem intimidating, as it appears to cater exclusively to a clientele of connoisseurs. But behind its chic façade and thousands of stylish magazines—which you can, of course, buy — lies an incredibly warm spot where you’re served excellent coffee as if you were a longtime regular. The quality is top-notch and the treats are excellent (special mention for the cookie-brownie, which practically melts in your mouth). Plus, the baristas are really friendly (and we’re not just saying that because we’re regulars…). In short, head over there!
📍 Location: 28 Rue Yves Toudic, 75010 Paris
Verlet, the oldest coffee roaster in Paris
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For 140 years, this café has been delighting all of Paris! Verlet was the first to have the audacity to roast and serve coffee by origin. Even today, its roastery located behind the Palais-Royal gardens continues to transform every coffee bean into a drop of happiness… Head there to enjoy coffee at any time of day and savor delicious French pastries.
Location: 256 Rue Saint-Honoré, Paris, France 75001
Lomi, the artisan roaster since 2010
Lomi selects and roasts the finest green coffees from around the world to guarantee you a unique experience. In its cozy café, you can take the time to enjoy a cup on the spot and extend the pleasure at home. A great spot, perfect for lifting your spirits!
Location: 3 ter Rue Marcadet, 75018 Paris
Cuvée Noire: iced coffee and treats
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Electric blue facade, divine iced coffee, and banana bread to die for… This spot is just perfect for those days when you don’t have time to sit down but simply want to treat yourself.
📍 Location: 96 Rue Saint-Lazare, 75009 Paris
Blondie, a cozy coffee shop
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This great spot in the 9th arrondissement serves up fantastic coffee to enjoy in-house or take away. The beans are lovingly roasted in-house to bring out all their flavors. If you’re feeling a little peckish, we recommend the house-made cookies. They’re to die for!
Location: 40 Rue Saint-Georges, 75009 Paris