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What to order
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Brunch
Recommended multiple times for being delicious, worth the price, and offering a great variety of choices in a lively, pleasant setting.
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Avocado Toast
Mentioned as a brunch favorite and praised as part of the restaurant’s original menu and tasty breakfast options.
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Benedict Egg
Specifically called out as part of an amazing brunch experience, suggesting it is a standout breakfast item.
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Breakfast Bun
Praised for its salty-sweet balance and flexibility with add-ons like bacon, smoked salmon, or halloumi.
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Cafe A-Vocado
Described as one of the best lunch plates in Paris, making it a highly recommended signature dish.
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Avocado Salad
Called a really nice plate and well worth trying, with strong praise for its freshness and flavor.
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Meal Of The Day
Highlighted as changing daily and being 'just amazing,' making it a strong choice for a fresh, daily special.
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White Chocolate Mousse Dessert
Recommended as a dessert with fruit and a popping element, suggesting a creative and memorable sweet finish.
Details
Location
Maison de l'architecture Ile-de-France, 148 Rue du Faubourg Saint-Martin, Paris, 75010, FR
Open in Google MapsHours
| Monday | 9 AM to 5 PM |
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| Tuesday | 10 AM to 2 AM |
| Wednesday | 10 AM to 2 AM |
| Thursday | 10 AM to 2 AM |
| Friday | 10 AM to 2 AM |
| Saturday | 11 AM to 2 AM |
| Sunday | 11 AM to 5 PM |
About Café A
Middle Eastern-inspired salads, platters & brunch standards in a trendy space with a leafy terrace.
Amenities
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Frequently asked
What is Café A known for?
Café A is especially known for brunch on its terrace, with standout items like avocado toast, Benedict eggs, breakfast buns, and boozy brunch drinks like mimosas. Reviewers also highlight the leafy garden setting and say the brunch is a good value because there is no fixed formula, so you can choose what you want.
What dishes are most recommended at Café A?
Reviewers most often recommend avocado toast, the Cafe A-vocado salad, Benedict eggs, and the breakfast bun, which is described as a salty-sweet mix. Other dishes that come up positively include pancakes, waffles, and the meal of the day, which changes daily.
What is the atmosphere like at Café A?
The vibe is lively but relaxed, with a quiet garden courtyard, terrace seating, and an indoor space that can work for drinks and dancing. Reviews say it suits brunch with friends, business meetups, and larger groups, and it is also described as a pleasant oasis away from city noise.
Is Café A good value, and what is the price range?
The brunch is described as a good price because there is no fixed formula, so you can pick what you want instead of paying for a set menu. Reviewers also say the brunch menu is worth it, especially for dishes like avocado toast, Benedict eggs, and the brunch formule with juice and dessert.
When is the best time to visit Café A?
Reviewers point to Sunday morning brunch for a calmer meal and Friday night for parties or drinks, so the best time depends on whether you want a relaxed meal or a livelier evening. On sunny days, the terrace and garden are especially popular, and one review notes it is only a 5 minute walk from Gare de l’Est.