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"It's impossible to miss the light fixtures fashioned like clouds above blonde wood tables. Or the walls, dressed up with thought-provoking works by rotating artists and photographers. This relaxing environment trumps most Parisian coffee shops and the locals, frequently found reading or writing, know it. The owner is an expert in specialty coffee—he photographed an entire book on the third wave coffee movement in Paris. Not to mention the staff is largely Scandinavian; they take orders promptly and hustle to serve everyone quickly." - Lindsey Tramuta

"Okay, you’ve just walked in. First impressions? It's impossible to miss the light fixtures fashioned like clouds above blonde wood tables. Or the walls, dressed up with thought-provoking works by rotating artists and photographers. This relaxing environment trumps most Parisian coffee shops and the locals, frequently found reading or writing, know it. Who else was there? The café attracts a mix of foreigners strolling the neighborhood (North Marais) and locals who come for the calm, meditative atmosphere. The raison d’être : the coffee. How was it? The owner is an expert in specialty coffee—he photographed an entire book on the third wave coffee movement in Paris. Was there food, too, and if so, worth getting? Snacks lean sweet and are (mostly) Scandinavian-inspired. Expect cookies, cinnamon rolls, granola, and croissants from the nearby bakery Petite Ile.  How about the staff: what did you think? The staff members are largely Scandinavian; they take orders promptly and hustle to serve everyone quickly. Who should go here? Catch up with friends, sit down alone with a book, or pass through for a coffee to-go." - Lindsey Tramuta