Café douillet guide

umm… cafe: the adorable Bastille coffee spot serving 3D-latte art with cats sculpted in the foam

At emm… café, a small vintage-chic spot that oozes charm, a genuine temple of 3D latte art, the coffee is enjoyed topped with adorable little cats sculpted from milk foam, all handmade.

Le Café en Rouje: the chic, gourmet cafe nestled inside Jeanne Damas's Paris boutique

From the fitting room to the coffee cup. On May 30, 2026, Rouje opens Café en Rouje at the heart of its Rue Bachaumont address in Paris’s 2nd arrondissement. From the dressing room to the counter, from lipstick to a sharp black coffee, Jeanne Damas signs a new moment where fashion is as much about tasting as wearing.

Just steps from the Louvre, Solaria, a discreet coffee shop with comforting pastries.

Calling all sugar lovers, in the heart of Paris’s 1st arrondissement, here’s a gourmand coffee-hop where you can savor pastries and comforting drinks, all in a laid-back, on-trend setting.

Jana Coffee Club: Canned coffee and matchas with oriental flavors near Montorgueil

In Montorgueil, Jana Coffee Club is shaking up the Parisian coffee scene and bringing a touch of the Orient to the 2nd arrondissement. Here, matcha and coffee are beautifully complemented with dates, saffron, or pistachio, all served in eye-catching sealed cans right before your eyes.

Le Café de la Paix: The Stunning Historic Restaurant of Paris Facing the Opéra Garnier

Listed as a Historic Monument and opened in 1862, the Café de la Paix is one of Paris’s most iconic gastronomic landmarks. Located opposite the Opéra Garnier in the 9th arrondissement, it offers more affordable lunch menus, a popular Sunday brunch, and a menu crafted by chef Laurent André.

Central Cos: the hub for pop culture enthusiasts, boasting a cozy coffee shop and a workshop for crafting your own cosplay.

Attention to all creatives and cosplay enthusiasts: Central Cos blends the cozy feel of a coffee shop with the lively buzz of a workshop, featuring professional-grade equipment in a collaborative, food-friendly space!

Etagère Café: an artistic interlude in this creative café in the 11th arrondissement, with handicraft activities

Looking for a quiet break in the day? At Étagère Café, you can sip a drink while trying out one of the creative activities on offer, from porcelain painting to candle-making and other handicrafts, in complete relaxation!

Le Chat-Rivari Café: the cosy vegan café where you can adopt a cat in the 13th arrondissement

A new spot for cat lovers! In the 13th arrondissement, the Chat-Rivari Café welcomes you to its cozy nest for a gourmet, plant-based snack, surrounded by adorable cats that you can adopt if you fall in love.

Café Pli: an inspiring coffee shop where you can send yourself a letter in the future

Café Pli is an intimate concept straight from Korea, offering you the chance to put your thoughts on paper for your future self, who will receive a letter in one, ten or twenty years' time, and will undoubtedly have a nice surprise! Rendezvous in the 11th arrondissement for a moment with yourself, over a drink and a sweet treat.

La Casa Del Doggo: the first bakery for dogs in the 16th arrondissement

Gone are the days when dogs only had puppuccino - at Casa Del Doggo, they're spoilt for choice! This first bakery for dogs, in the 16th arrondissement, promises to be the new hangout for our four-legged friends!

Pingwoo, the restaurant - coffee and flowery brunch with crunchy cat lattes

Pingwoo is the name of a charming little coffee shop worth trying out. A cafe-canteen with a weekend brunch, this flowery place offers real home-style fusion cuisine and gourmet pastries, accompanied by its famous cat lattes.

L'Esquisse, Barbizon's new cultural hotel, both café and free museum

L'Esquisse is a fusion of hotel, café and free museum. We're off to Barbizon, the famous artists' village, to take advantage of this new spot that combines large, charming rooms, a great café by the fireplace and a free museum honoring the artists who have influenced Barbizon around the world.

Manga Café V2: a literary café for reading and playing video games in the 13th arrondissement

It's a must for all manga fans. Manga Café V2, just off Avenue de France in the 13th arrondissement, combines bookshop, relaxation and video arcade terminals.

La Régulière: independent bookshop, coffee shop and art gallery in the 18th arrondissement

In the Goutte d'Or district of Paris, you'll discover a true hybrid of independent bookshop specializing in graphic arts, coffee shop and small art gallery, where you can find little nuggets like nowhere else!

Majo, the feminist bookshop with a small vegan café near the Pantheon

Between Jussieu and the Panthéon, you'll find a pretty, cosy bookshop in violet tones, where you'll find feminist, children's and contemporary books, and a vegan café to relax in.

Café Studio, a vegan spot with a flea market feel that offers creative workshops

Head to Café Studio, in the 10th arrondissement of Paris, to learn how to sew, embroider or apply makeup, while enjoying a good vegan cookie, in the middle of upcycled objects that you will want to take home!

The Contresort Café, an esoteric coffee shop and tea house famed for its spellbinding pastries — CLOSED

The Café Contresort was a true enchanted escape in the 18th arrondissement of Paris. Vegan pastries, witch’s elixirs, and tarot card readings blended seamlessly in this magical haven — a place that left visitors transformed. Sadly, it has now closed its doors for good.

Cakepart, the unique Parisian coffee shop specializing in sweet and savory cakes

Feel like going back to childhood? Head to Cakepart, in the 11th arrondissement of Paris, for a 100% sweet or savoury cake experience, full of gourmet goodness and original flavours!

Le Chat Mallows Café, the cosy, gourmet place to cuddle cats

To meet the cutest cats in Paris's 15th arrondissement, head to Chat Mallows Café, a super-cozy cat café! Enjoy cuddles, donuts and hot feline drinks.

La Main Noire, the coffee shop we love

La Main Noire is the hot Coffee Shop hiding out on rue Cavalotti in the 18th arrondissement. Like a real Australian coffee shop, this spot, the brainchild of 3 Franco-Australian friends, is sure to win you over. With brunch, healthy products and homemade alternative drinks, all in an environmentally-friendly way, it's got it all.