Cannes like a local: Cafe + brunch spots
Sure, grabbing a Café au Lait in most French cafes is a win ~ but I’m here to show you the unique coffee spots in Cannes for those looking for something a little different.
Old Port of Cannes
Market Day Coffee
Immerse yourselves in local Cannoise life.
Marche Forville
Marché Forville
Open everyday except Mondays 7am ~ 1pm
A great market, on the edge of the old town to browse for local delicacies including lavender, honey, soaps, cheeses (!) as well as fruit and vegetables, meat and flowers. This is a great place to come and mingle with the locals, grab a souvenir and most importantly ~ stop for coffee.
Immerse yourself in the local culture and sip an espresso ( un café in French ) and watch the hustle and bustle of the working market around you.
Café de l'Horloge - Opens at 6am so perfect for an early espresso to start the day.
La Cannoise des Cafés et Thés - Open from 7am. Perfect for tea lovers a coffee connoisseurs alike. They have a wide variety of loose leaf teas and coffee beans from all over the world.
Copenhagen Coffee Lab - Open from 7am. For something a little different try the Copenhagen Coffee Lab. With its chic, scandi interior and open sandwiches it’s the perfect spot for people watching with a scandi twist.
Tres Chic Coffee
The best places for bougie coffee. Head to the famous Promenade de La Croisette and you will see some of the chicest people on the coast. From Chanel to Dior, you can find the most exclusive fashion houses on La Croisette.
Cannes
Armani Caffe - Open from 9.30am.The chicest place in town for your morning coffee. Yes, It’s pricey (cappuccino is 6€!) BUT if your looking for a little indulgence on your trip to Cannes then look no further! Plus the little Armani biscuit you get with your coffee is adorable and great for the ‘Gram ~ tip ~ try the hot chocolate with cream! Just trust me!
Camélia Tea Lounge ~ The Carlton Hotel. Open from 11am. For an elevated experience, head to Camélia Tea Lounge for afternoon tea where they have a Harpest playing all afternoon. From 3pm every Saturday (apart from July & August) you’ll have an unforgettable experience in Cannes.
Maison Ladurée. Open from 9am. If you like your coffee with a side of macaroons then Ladurée is your place. The dreamy interior is an instagram paradise ans you won’t be disappointed with the patisserie’s.
Coffee on the Beach
Coffee with your feet in the sand.
Turquoise sea views with my morning coffee? Yes please Here are some of my favourite beach bars perfect for a relaxing café au lait.
CBeach. Open from 9am. CBeach is bohemian inspired beach bar & restaurant with relaxed Californian vibes. What an amazing way to start your day!
Hyde Beach. Opens at 10am. One of the best beach bars in Cannes for relaxed vibes. This is the perfect place for families as the music isn’t too loud and isn’t a ‘party bar’. It’s number two on my beach bars in Cannes … or maybe joint first!
L'Écrin Plage. Opens at 10am. If you fancy a walk along the Croisette before your coffee then head to L’Écrin Plage. You’ll notice there are two ports in Cannes Vieux Port and Port Canto. L’Écrin is located by Port Canto on the edge of town and is a lovely place to relax. It also happens to be my favourite in Cannes!
Coffee with a View
The best rooftop coffee spots. Fancy getting away from the hustle and bustle? Head UP!
Cannes
Lounge Bar by Le Roof ~ Five Seas Hotel.
Opens at 11am. Are you a beach person or a pool person? If the answer is pool the Lounge Bar by Le Roof is the place for you. Rooftop pool views with my coffee, yes please!
Hotel Belle Plage ~ Restaurant Bella.
Opens at 7.30am. With stunning views of L’Lerins Islands, L’Esterel Mountains and beyond, you’d be hard pushed to find a better panoramic view of Cannes.
Medieval Coffee
Coffee in Le Suquet ~ Cannes medieval quarter. Narrow, historic streets lined with cafés, restaurants and boutiques. Surround yourself with history in Le Suquet, Cannes Old Town.
Old Town Cannes
Tredici. Opens from midday
Nestled along the cobbled streets of Le Suquet, this a great spot for coffee amongst the most historic part of Cannes.
Da Bouttau Auberge Provencale
Open from midday. Situated in an ancient cave and the oldest restaurant in Cannes. The Da Bouttau opened in 1860. Sit and sip coffee amongst history.
Le Cafe ~ Hotel Le Suquet
Open from 9am. A lovely family friendly cafe sister to Hotel Le Suquet just 200m away. This is a great spot for families to relax and enjoy the surroundings.
Picture Perfect
Cannes most instagrammable cafes
Armani Caffe Cannes La Croisette
Emelie + The Cool Kids
Opens at 9am. As the name suggests, this is where the cool kids hang out in Cannes. Nestled along Rue Hoche (my favourite road for hidden gems) is set back from tourist traps making it a lovely hidden gem. From cookies to bagels, creamy cappuccino to their viral ‘rainbow shakes’. It’s an instagram dream and the food lives up to the hype!
Volupté Any Time Café
Opens from 8.30am. With it’s chic white interior and matcha lattes, this is the perfect hangout For something a little less traditional. Situated on Rue Hoche.
Le Cirque
Opens at 8am. One of my favourite lunch spots in Cannes (another one on Rue Hoche…see a pattern?!) it’s a great spot for coffee and people watching. The interior is a instagram dream with its hanging plants and industrial look.
Some we talked about earlier…
Armani Caffe
Copenhagen Coffee Lab
Ladauree
Resturant Bella Cannes
