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Where can I find decaf coffee in Paris?

Wondering where can I find decaf coffee in Paris?

The good news is that you can find decaf coffee in Paris in just about EVERY cafe :-)

I’m Australian, and when I lived in the USA I mostly heard people asking for decaffeinated coffee as “deekaf” (decaf), so when I moved to Paris I got used to hearing people order “deh-kah” (deca) in most cafes. Different pronunciation, but available most places

If you want to order deca in a Paris cafe, here are a few ways to do so:

How to order:

I would like one decaf coffee please.

Je voudrais un café décaféiné s’il vous plaît.

OR – Je voudrais un déca s’il vous plaît.

It’s also acceptable to just say these phrases:

  1. un deca, s’il vous plait (tip: SVP stands for s’il vous plait – “please”)
  2. deux deca, SVP
  3. with milk – Je voudrais un café décaféiné avec du lait, SVP

Please note, deca coffee is made with coffee beans, not instant coffee powder found in other countries.

Are you American, or used to Starbucks Decaf?

This map shows locations of Starbucks in Paris:



Be adventurous, try French Cafes

If you’re used to going to Starbucks, why not enjoy French cafes and the French communities in little districts?

You never know who you might meet and chat with :-)

Have fun!

Will this help you find decaf in Paris?

These are just a few of the options.

So how about you? Have you found any decaf in cafes you’d like to share? I’d love to hear about them. Please do let me know:

Enjoy your armchair travel in Paris via my website, or if you’re planning your trip or are already there — have a fabulous time!

I love Paris! J’adore Paris !  XOXOX

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Looking for latte in Paris? You’re in luck

Looking for Latte in Paris

I’m often asked where to find Latte in Paris, and ten years ago it wasn’t possible.

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Naughty Paris Coffee Mug

Wish you had a naughty Paris coffee mug?

Today’s your lucky day :D I was thinking I’d like my own naughty Paris coffee mug, so came up with a few ideas – let me know if you’d like to suggest any others.

Wish you had a naughty Paris coffee mug in your hands?


Imagine finding these on the kitchen bench OR your office desk every morning :D

Naughty Paris Coffee Mug - stacked 2 high Bonjour Arsehole is alternative naughty spelling for this Paris Coffee Mug

  • 11 oz Ceramic mug
  • Dishwasher and microwave safe

Multiple Coffee Mug Sayings

Multiple Naughty Coffee Mugs With French-ish Sayings

  1. Bonjour Bitches
  2. Bonjour Asshole
  3. Bonjour Ta Gueule S’il Te Plait (Shut up! Please!)
More! :


Sturdy Packaging for Shipping

Sturdy Packaging for Shipping our Coffee Mugs to Naughty People :-)

Left AND Right Handed Mugs :-)

Left and Right Handed Coffee Mugs with Naughty Sayings


What’s so great about owning a naughty Paris coffee mug?

  • These cheeky coffee mugs feature charming and witty phrases using French and English words guaranteed to add a dose of humour and “joie de vivre” (joy of life) to your morning routine.
  • Drinking from one is sure to result in an immediate smile, or even a good chuckle – and you don’t want to miss out on THAT! :-)

Comments from Happy Coffee Mug Owners:

  • “Sipping from my cheeky mug never fails to start my morning off with a smile. The charming sayings and witty phrases are a delightful pick-me-up to go along with my coffee.”
  • “Each time I use my hilarious coffee mug, I’m reminded of my fabulous friend who gave me this gift – they know I love Paris, they know I am naughty, and their ability to find such a ‘me’ present is why I adore them!”
  • “Even on the most hectic days, grabbing my favourite cheeky Frenchified mug full of amazing rich flavourful latte made with Italian robusta coffee beans helps me keep perspective (with a smile and a laugh). I might have bought this for myself, but it feels like having a certain someone’s playful sense of humor right there with me.”
  • “What a clever way to spread laughter! This was the perfect surprise gift from a dear friend, and I’m still laughing every time I look at it! I’ll have to pay the cleverness forward by finding an even better, clever gift to make my friend laugh too!”
  • “The daily dose of irreverence from my coffee mug’s quips infuses my routine with unexpected laughter. Using it brings me spontaneous grins whenever I need them most. Its charm and cheekiness never fail to hit the spot!”

 


Got questions or comments about my naughty coffee mugs?

Please do let me know, I’d love to hear from you!

Got any requests for other words?? Fantastic! I’d love to hear about them. Please do let me know:

If you buy one or more of these mugs, I’d love to see some photos of you enjoying them :-)

Please continue to enjoy your armchair travel in Paris via my website, or if you’re planning your trip or are already there — have a fabulous time!

I love Paris! J’adore Paris !  XOXOX

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See you in Paris in September / October 2024!!

 

 

 

The Golden Snail Coffee Shop – L’Escargot d’Or Paris 75020

The Golden Snail Coffee Shop - L’Escargot d’Or Paris 75020

The Golden Snail Coffee Shop is in Paris 75020

I’ve just added l’Escargot d’Or – The Golden Snail Coffee Shop / Cafe to my To Do List for September 2024, when I’ll be back in Paris.

The owner of this wonderful establishment is Gilles Coolen – a coffee grower and a cocoa grower.

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Le Loir Dans le Theiere (favourite Tea Salon)

Le Loir Dans le Theiere Cafe / Restaurant

Postcards from Paris October - Le Loir Dans le Théière

My old-time favourite Tea House / Salon de The

Le Loir Dans le Theiere became one of my favourite places when I lived in Paris in the late 1980s, and I’ve heard that the name of this Tea Salon came from an unlucky dormouse which was thrown into a teapot during the Mad Hatter’s feast in Alice in Wonderland story.

THE DORMOUSE IN THE TEAPOT
3 rue des Rosiers – 75004 Paris
Monday to Sunday 9 a.m. to 7.30 p.m.

Le Loir Dans Le Theiere Cafe in Paris

 

 

Now in 2017, I still visit this gorgeous tea salon when I am in Paris each year, and I want to share it with you. This warm and cozy space is decorated with trinkets and knick knacks (odds and ends) and the aroma of the delicious gourmet cuisine (pies, large salads) wafts by and makes the mouth water.  Keep an eye out for the dozens of pastries which include the incredible lemon meringue pie and the chocolate fondant cake.

Come weekends, it’s hard to find a spot to sit as the place is filled with tourists who come for brunch. You may find yourself waiting for quite some time, so remember — you can’t make a Reservation, so come early (well before noon) or you may have to wait in the street.

I personally prefer this quaint corner during the week, when there are fewer tourists and crowds. Have fun – let me know if you check it out!

Le Loir Dans le Théière
3 rue des Rosiers
75004 Paris

See photos and more on their website:

Looking for other places to eat and drink, and enjoy Paris? Check out these pages:


I hope you enjoyed my “Le Loir Dans le Theiere” article!

I’m excited to tell you I’ve started planning my next trip to Paris – woohoo! July 2018 sounds like a great plan — can you meet me there? I’ve got my fingers’ crossed!

Let me know if you have any questions about Paris or my website,  or just want to share some tips about your trip to Paris.

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Ciao ciao for now, a bientot !

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Cafe Thank You My Deer in the 11th arrondissement

Cafe Thank You My Deer is a real find, located in the 11th arrondissement 75011 of Paris

Today I was walking along Rue Saint-Maur and almost walked past this little café, but the blackboard sign outside made me want to go in :-)

The girls here are from Slovakia, Italy and Mexico, and offer gluten-free delights as treats or lunch (closed for dinner).

After chatting with the Barista to see how they make their coffees, I ordered a double-shot latte and was really, truly pleasantly surprised! Made with arabica beans, real fresh milk (not long-life milk like the average French cafe) and tasted great! Woohoo!

Do drop by and have a look if you’re in the area — their menu is fresh and sounds delicious.

Cafe:  THANK YOU MY DEER

Located at: 112 Rue Saint-Maur, 75011 Paris

Open:  8:00am to 6:00pm

Update: 9 Sept 2015

I popped back to this café this morning for “P’tit Dej” (Petite Dejeuner = breakfast), where there’s a variety of gluten-free muffins and and cakes, home made granola, and eggs – yum!

Great little cafes with secret gardens in Paris

I’ve been researching great little cafes off the beaten track in Paris, which have little gardens are are situation in a garden, rather than the typical Parisian cafe which is on the footpaths or sidewalks of this beautiful city.

I will be adding more information very soon – approximate pricing, a photo and other tips. In the meantime, if you get a chance to check any of these out, feel free to send me a photo, video or selfie and I’ll add it to my site if you’re ok with that :-)

75003

Café Suédois
11 rue Payenne, 3e

75004

Terrasse du Café de la Gare
41 rue du Temple, 4e

75005

Le Salon du Panthéon
13 rue Victor Cousin, 5e

75008

Café du Petit Palais
Avenue Winston Churchill, 8e

75009

Musée de la Vie romantique
16 rue Chaptal, 9e

Hôtel Amour
8 rue Navarin, 9e

75010

Café A
148 rue du Faubourg Saint-Martin, 10e

75014

L’Entrepôt
7-9 rue Francis-de-Pressensé, 14e

75017

Le Bistrot des Dames
18 rue des Dames, 17e

75018

La Recyclerie
83 boulevard Ornano, 18e

Kiez
24 rue Vauvenargues, 18e

Le Café du Studio 28
10 rue Tholozé, 18e

Bal Café
6 impasse de la Défense, 18e

75019

Le Pavillon du Lac
Parc des Buttes Chaumont, 19e

Le Café Caché
104 rue d’Aubervilliers et 5 rue Curial, 19e

75020

Au Fond du Jardin
39 rue Pelleport, 20e

La Maroquinerie
23 rue Boyer, 20e

La Bellevilloise
21 rue Boyer, 20e