Funzy Cafe - Paris

Le vrai café du quartier! D'abord entré pour une pression, l'endroit est devenu une base. Aucun chichi, jusqu'à la carte du midi, salades, omelettes, steak frit... read more Le vrai café du quartier! D'abord entré pour une pression, l'endroit est devenu une base. Aucun chichi, jusqu'à la carte du midi, salades, omelettes, steak frites. Je recommande l'andouillette grillée à 11 euros! Ici on devient parisien en dix minutes.

I discovered the Funzy café, by chance, during the final week of my 4½ weeks in Paris. If only I'd known about it earlier! I could not speak too highly of this... read more I discovered the Funzy café, by chance, during the final week of my 4½ weeks in Paris. If only I'd known about it earlier! I could not speak too highly of this little isle of tranquility in the 6th arrondisement. I had enrolled in French lessons at the nearby Alliance Française (350m, 5 min walk), and discovered that this little brasserie was an ideal place to enjoy a coffee or Perrier, read Le Figaro, and listen to the locals speaking French. Alexandre, the patron/serveur, is a man of gentle and unobtrusive charm. It was clear to me that there were quite a number of local people who enjoyed the Funzy as much as I. People would pop in and say "Bonjour, Alexandre, ça va?" and were received with quiet attentiveness. It was an absolutely lovely experience. I never ate there because I didn't realise until the last day that food was served, in addition to the aperitifs & coffee. When I return to Paris, my first destination will be back to the Funzy café because I want to introduce my husband to this little Parisien gem.

De façon peut être miraculeuse, mais au prix d'un changement de nom un peu ridicule (cet établissement s'appelait avant le Bréa comme la rue éponyme), ce café d... read more De façon peut être miraculeuse, mais au prix d'un changement de nom un peu ridicule (cet établissement s'appelait avant le Bréa comme la rue éponyme), ce café d'habitués a su préserver son authenticité "montparnos" dans un quartier qui a été envahi en trente ans par des habitants au fort pouvoir d'achat qui ont apporté avec eux leur mode de vie "hype". La gentillesse des deux patrons, l'atmosphère accueillante du comptoir, la lecture de la presse ou l'écoute des conversations tout aussi gratuites, la simplicité de la petite salle et les quelques tables en trottoir donnant sur une des plus belles places de la rive gauche, font de chaque visite un instant privilégié. Pourvu que tout cela dure et ne rejoigne pas la cohorte des établissements voisins fermés ou transformés et sacrifiés sur l'autel de la rentabilité. La liste est longue!Pensez donc: servir une copieuse salade composée à 8 euros, et amener d'autorité une carafe d'eau fraîche avec le sourire. Cherchez l'erreur!

A cafe near the Garden of Luxemburg. The owner was extremely hospitable and friendly. There weren’t so many people when we were there. It a great place to take... read more A cafe near the Garden of Luxemburg. The owner was extremely hospitable and friendly. There weren’t so many people when we were there. It a great place to take a break after a long walk! It’s is a home-style cafe so it offered basic drinks and pastries. We had our lunch earlier so we only ordered two cups of coffee. They were good and affordable (4,6 in total). I’d definitely go again and order the pastries next time.

Yes, I often go there for coffee and I've even had lunch there with friends. I completely agree with the glowing reviews. A truly authentic spot in the Montparn... read more Yes, I often go there for coffee and I've even had lunch there with friends. I completely agree with the glowing reviews. A truly authentic spot in the Montparnasse neighborhood with a smiling, helpful owner whose homemade pastries are perfect. (Christiane, the young customer who uses a walker and is often unwell these days)