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Services & Amenities

Coffee

Espresso based· Espresso, Flat White, Latte…
Manual Brew / Slow Coffee· V60, Filter, Chemex…
Plant-based milk

Food

Sweet
Savory

Seating & Service

Dine-in
Takeaway

Retail

Coffee beans

Description

Background Coffee, situated on Rue Saint-Jacques, offers a blend of espresso-based drinks and gentle brewing methods. Opened in December 2024, the café features a Victoria Arduino machine, ensuring precision in every cup. Patrons can enjoy both sweet and savory homemade pastries, alongside takeaway options and a selection of beans for home brewing. The café operates seven days a week, contributing to the vibrant energy of the Latin Quarter, known for its historic bookshops and emerging filter-focused cafés. Pricing includes espresso at €2.50 and a flat white at €4.70.

Common drinks prices

EspressoEspresso2.50 €
AmericanoAmericano3.50 €
Flat whiteFlat white4.70 €
LatteLatte5.50 €
CappuccinoCappuccino4.20 €
V60V605.50 €
Chai latteChai latte5.50 €
Matcha latteMatcha latte5.50 €
TeaTea4.00 €

Prices are slightly less expensive than the Paris average

Compared to all specialty coffee shops listed in our current database

Opening hours

Monday
09:00 - 18:30
Tuesday
09:00 - 18:30
Wednesday
09:00 - 18:30
Thursday
09:00 - 18:30
Friday
09:00 - 18:30
Saturday
09:30 - 18:30
Sunday
09:30 - 18:30

Coffee setup

Espresso machine

Victoria Arduino
Victoria Arduino🇮🇹

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Background coffee
Background coffee

Background coffee

338 Rue Saint-Jacques, 75005 Paris
Get directionsSince December 2024