Café Cult

Nantes


Squeezed inside a darkened half-timbered house hung with local art, this bohemian hangout with handsome pavement terrace draws a predominantly student crowd. Watch for occasional concerts, art exhibitions and freshly shucked oysters to slurp with drinks every Saturday from November to March. There's a food menu too.


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