An outstanding American style coffee house in Lyon, France…read more * * * So what is the big deal about American style coffee houses in Anywhere, France? Americans can get American coffee in America. France is for French stuff. * * * Well, there is one exception to the rule of France is for French stuff. French coffee is generally bad. I have had expresses and espressos in lots of cafes both on this trip and earlier trips. French espresso is grim stuff. When Starbucks showed up in France, it got a huge popular reaction. Most of this was for wacky flavored coffees such as Pistachio Mint Lattes. But the huge crowds showed a real impatience with lame tame cafe espressos. * * * When French entrepreneurs tried to clone the Starbucks experience, the results were not good. They aped all of the worst aspects of Starbucks coffee without putting anything legitimately good on the table. * * * So the French move into artisanal coffee houses is a very big deal. They follow the American model of having a) outstanding espressos, lattes and alt-coffee drinks and b) having a small but fine menu of breakfast and lunch dishes to make the coffee house a place for a destination meal. Note that not all French artisan coffee places add on Clause c) c) People need to be able to work at the coffee house all day on their computers. The places with really good food actually frown on all-day workers. There is a line out the door of people wanting to eat that really good food. But even with no c), a) and b) are enough to give you a great place. Coffee reform has finally come to France. * * * In the new coffee movement, Slake is a stellar addition. The coffee is amazing - but most of the new coffee houses have that. What sets Slake apart is food that is absolutely positively outstanding. I had a set of Turkish eggs - which were one of the best breakfasts I had in the entire trip to Lyon. My wife did even better with a one-off special - an Indonesian pancake with caramel flour. I died and went to heaven off the one taste of pancake I got. My wife was singing with the angels and flying around the Gates of Radiant Light. A quick look at the other tables suggested that there is legendary French toast to be had as well as a number of other absolutely intriguing treats. * * * There is a line to get into Slake. Don't come expecting immediate gratification - And get out when you are done with your meal. But in return for that The Great Gods of Java will show you the Resplendent Wonders of Their Kingdom once you ditch the cheap espresso.

A modern coffeeshop with delicious Cappucino and Cortado…read more The staffs were friendly. Lots of fun seats inside and out. You see many students hanging out and working in the space.

Such a lovely café and truly the best omelette I've ever had. (I got the feta omelette)…read more Cozy atmosphere, great coffee drinks, and a chef who clearly knows what she's doing. Go here!!

We were very disappointed as Dust Cafe was not there but on app said it was open. Was really…read morelooking forward to a omelette

It s a small nice place. The people working there are So NICE!…read moreI could see they have regulars and you can tell (I speak French) that they know each other. That proves they care about their clients. Teasing and laughing even in the morning. Cute patisserie and full sandwiches ! Petite place Simpa avec une équipe très sympa ! J ai pu voir comment les habitués aime la serveuse et comme tous le monde plaisante des le matin! Vraiment des gens gentil et attentionnés. Jolies pâtisserie et sandwich plein!

From the owner: Spécialiste Cafés d'exceptions et Thés du Monde. Café en…read moreGrain, Moulu ou en Capsules Compatibles Nespresso Biodégradables. Thés Verts et Thés Noirs Natures et Aromatisés. Dégustation Sur Place ou à Emporter à partir d'1€ seulement. Mignardises : Nougats de Montélimar, Chocolats, Pralines. Large Choix d'Accessoires Thé et Café.

From the owner: Bienvenue chez Mary's Coffee Shop…read more Premier coffee shop de la Loire, Mary's coffee vous accueille du lundi au vendredi, 17 rue Cuvier à Saint-Etienne (derrière la Bibliothèque Universitaire de la FAC). Venez découvrir nos boissons gourmandes, chaudes ou glacées, à base de café, thé et chocolat dans un cadre chaleureux et convivial avec accès Wifi gratuit. Resisterez vous à l'appel de nos muffins "Fait Maison" ? Pas si sûr.. Notre gamme de pâtisserie américaine (Donuts, brownies, crumbles, cookies...etc) vous comblera de plaisir et de gourmandise ! Mary's Coffee c'est aussi les petits déjeuners ( avec pancake au sirop d'érable !!! ^^ miam ) et de la restauration rapide le midi sans oublier les smoothies, les milk shakes, les crêpes - gaufres et bien d'autre délices !! A très bientôt chez Mary's Coffee !!

C'est un excellent café avec un excellent service et une grande sélection. Beaucoup de petites…read morechoses mignonnes à acheter à l'intérieur de la boutique aussi ! Je ne parle qu'un peu français, mais le personnel était sympathique et gentil. C'est tout ce que j'aime dans les cafés !

From the owner: Torréfaction & Dégustation sur place ... Comptoir à Délices…read more... Véritable Trattoria ... Epicerie Fine Italienne ...

This place tics all the boxes: food and beverages are spot on and delicious, the space is big and…read morelight-filled and comfy, the owners are friendly as sweet, and the views of the church/roman ruins/Fourviere are gorgeous. Extra bonus: there's a playground just across the street so parents can chill while the kids play!

Found Puzzle Café through a blog that listed their favorite coffee shops in Lyon and it did not…read moredisappoint. In Europe, the land where espresso rules, it can be tough to find a good pour over, but Puzzle Café came through with various pour over options as well as (obviously) your espresso drinks. The barista was awesome and gave a great recommendation for an Ethiopia which i had as a V60. They also have a variety of baked goods you can choose from and both my friend and I were happy with what we got. I speak very little French and the barista was super nice and spoke with us in English. If I were in Lyon longer, Puzzle Cafe would be a regular spot for me. You can't go wrong coming in here!!

Very healthy menu, reasonably priced, great service and atmosphere! Would love to bring my wife…read moreback here!

Best coffee so far in France, we had flat white which is similar to the Latte in Australia…read more,excellent service too