Chez les Crèmes is the kind of coffee shop that makes you want to move to the neighborhood. Run by two friends who pour serious love into everything they make, this cozy spot on rue du Cheval Blanc took over from the beloved Café Bécot and has already built a fiercely loyal following. The exposed-stone walls give it that warm, lived-in feel, and the homemade everything — from breakfast to lunch to afternoon goûter — keeps locals coming back. Coffee is sourced from CIME, and the whole operation runs on a simple philosophy: fait maison, avec amour.
A 4.9-rated coffee shop run by two friends where everything is homemade, from breakfast to goûter, with CIME coffee and exposed-stone warmth.
Check the hours before heading over — they're open lunch-only on Mondays and closed Sundays, so weekdays mid-morning are your best bet for a relaxed visit.
Homemade warmth and stone walls in Decré
Tucked into rue du Cheval Blanc in the Decré quarter, Chez les Crèmes has quietly become one of Nantes' most beloved coffee shops — and a 4.9 Google rating from over 150 reviews tells you it's not just hype. Run by two friends who took over the space from the old Café Bécot, the place breathes warmth from the moment you walk in. Exposed stone walls, a relaxed pace, and staff who genuinely seem happy to see you — one reviewer called it "un sans faute," praising both the cozy setting and the adorable team.
The food is all homemade, and that's the whole point. Breakfast, lunch, and afternoon goûter are all on the table, with brunch offered seasonally. Coffee comes from CIME — solid espresso, Americano, and more — and the kitchen turns out dishes that feel like they were made for someone they care about, not just a customer. The hours are a bit unconventional (lunch-only on Mondays, closed Sundays), so plan accordingly, but that's part of the charm: this isn't a chain trying to be everything to everyone. It's a neighborhood spot that does a few things exceptionally well.
If you're looking for a place to settle in with a good coffee and a homemade plate, this is it. The Decré neighborhood doesn't have a huge café scene, which makes Chez les Crèmes all the more precious. Go for lunch on a weekday, grab a window seat, and you'll understand why locals are so protective of it.