Though there is no shortage of wine, bread, or butter in Paris, finding a good espresso in the city of lights that meets my standard after living in London for a few months always takes a bit of extra research. This guide is specifically for the self-proclaimed coffee nerds, who – when they order a flat white – have especially discerning tastes. Those who when they receive a latte or cappuccino camouflaged under the name “flat white” know that their disappointment is justified. I hear you and I see you, and hope that these recommendations will meet your expectations. See them all on a map here.

The full list of coffee shops that I’ve enjoyed!
Ten Belles (11th/Bastille)
WHITE coffee (4th/Marais)
Cafe Singuliers (11th/Bastille)
On Partage (11th/Bastille)
Back in Black (11th/Bastille)
YSL Cafe (1st)
Laïzé Sainte-Avoye (4th/Marais)
Yellow Tucan (4th/Marais)
Cafe Pigalle (9th/Pigalle)
Les 5 Marches (19th/Montmartre)
Komorebi (9th/Pigalle)
Cafe Nuances (1st)
Cafe Kitsune (multiple locations)
Cuppa (7th)
Noir (multiple locations, but I like the one in the 7th)
Typica (4th/Marais)

Ten Belles – there are a few locations throughout the city, and they also have a great selection of baked goods and vegetarian-friendly sandwiches.