The Best Coffee Shops In Dijon

Dijon is one of those city centres that has managed to modernise its streets, restaurants, cafés and transport without erasing the romance of its heritage. Walking around the city you are never far from a charming coffee shop in a historic building, or a trendy contemporary spot busy reinventing the classics.

1. Comptoir des Colonies

Cafe, Tea Room, French, Tea , Coffee, Fast Food

In the ultimate people-watching corner of Dijon on the Place François Rude, this place features a great selection of teas and coffees from around the world, served with flair. It’s a tiny bit on the pricey side but the atmosphere and location more than make up for it.

2. Les Temps des Ducs

Cafe, French, European, Wine, Beer, Coffee

This historical spot was one of the first brasseries in Dijon, formerly known as Les Grands Ducs. It has recently changed hands (so ignore the old reviews), and is getting great reviews from a mix of local clientele and tourist crowds drawn to the kitsch hyperreal medieval décor similar to a theatre set, the excellent coffee and friendly service. The location, on the tip of the crescent-shaped Place de la Libération facing the majestic Palais des Ducs, is unbeatable. It’s also very popular for lunch and aperitifs and the tables on the terrace are busy around the clock.

3. La Bourgogne

Restaurant, French, European, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-free

The café-brasserie La Bourgogne has a belle époque flavour in a strategic location on Place de la République, an increasingly lively spot in the growing city centre. The original features have been tastefully updated from the marquee to the chandeliers and the counters. It’s a great spot for lunch as well!

5. Espresso-t

Cafe, French, Coffee, Tea , Vegetarian

This boasts rave reviews as the best barista in Dijon. Period. This little coffee shop tucked away on a cute pedestrian street just steps away from the main Rue de la Libération and the Place Grangier, serves gourmet coffees and teas, smoothies, sandwiches and bagels. Highlights are the decadent cheesecake, and the very impressive latte foam art.

6. Caf&Co - Café Solidaire

Cafe, French, Coffee, Fast Food, Tea , Vegetarian

More than a café, this is an experience. People take their time sipping their fair-trade coffee, browsing the news, checking their messages or engaging in conversation about the values of this café. Run by volunteers, this local hub promotes equitable commerce, local crafts and solidarity for all mankind.

7. Coffee & Muffin

Cafe, French, Coffee, Tea , Fast Food, Vegetarian

There’s a great cup of coffee waiting for you at Coffee & Muffin, plus (would you ever guess by its name?) a choice of delicious muffins. The small space is quirky and friendly and if you like the décor, you can buy some of the items at the designer boutique next door.

Since you are here, we would like to share our vision for the future of travel - and the direction Culture Trip is moving in.

Culture Trip launched in 2011 with a simple yet passionate mission: to inspire people to go beyond their boundaries and experience what makes a place, its people and its culture special and meaningful — and this is still in our DNA today. We are proud that, for more than a decade, millions like you have trusted our award-winning recommendations by people who deeply understand what makes certain places and communities so special.

Increasingly we believe the world needs more meaningful, real-life connections between curious travellers keen to explore the world in a more responsible way. That is why we have intensively curated a collection of premium small-group trips as an invitation to meet and connect with new, like-minded people for once-in-a-lifetime experiences in three categories: Culture Trips, Rail Trips and Private Trips. Our Trips are suitable for both solo travelers, couples and friends who want to explore the world together.

Culture Trips are deeply immersive 5 to 16 days itineraries, that combine authentic local experiences, exciting activities and 4-5* accommodation to look forward to at the end of each day. Our Rail Trips are our most planet-friendly itineraries that invite you to take the scenic route, relax whilst getting under the skin of a destination. Our Private Trips are fully tailored itineraries, curated by our Travel Experts specifically for you, your friends or your family.

We know that many of you worry about the environmental impact of travel and are looking for ways of expanding horizons in ways that do minimal harm - and may even bring benefits. We are committed to go as far as possible in curating our trips with care for the planet. That is why all of our trips are flightless in destination, fully carbon offset - and we have ambitious plans to be net zero in the very near future.