The best bars and cafés Tarn

At Le Moulin à Café, you can sit out on the terrace to watch passers-by, or in the refined, intimate interior lounge, with its late ^19th-century ceiling adorned with a superb chandelier, and a floor in the purest Italian style. We come here to enjoy a range of teas, coffee beans and gourmet drinks, and at snack time, to indulge in our mouth-watering home-made pastries! Before you leave, you can choose your own loose tea from the library to take home and keep the pleasure of this sweet break going.

Opened since 2010 by knowledge lovers, it is a timeless place where culture, conviviality, discovery and relaxation are mixed. In association with the Terra Nova bookstore in Toulouse, this bookstore has more than 2600 books, a vast choice of French and foreign literature, poetry and other genres. It is the place of many cultural gatherings and serves as a backdrop for rich animations. If you are hungry, you can eat on the spot thanks to the bistro part. A magical and original place!

Opened in autumn 2018, this young address is set up opposite the city's covered market and is run by a passionate couple. He is Brazilian, she is local and owned a similar address in London for several years. Together they run this vegetarian establishment with talent! They favour local producers and make delicious proposals on the spot. On the terrace or in the cosy room of the establishment, you can take your time to enjoy your lunch, coffee or tea break in peace.

This Etienne is a nice guy, with his shaded terrace, his trendy look and his sweet menu. This franchise - which now has eleven addresses in France - opened its Castrais establishment in December 2018. This French-style coffee shop has a menu of delicacies to take away or enjoy on site. Coffee, hot chocolate, fruit juices, lemonades, waffles, cookies and various doughnuts are served. The proposals - hot and cold - are sometimes less classic: hot white milk chocolate, cheesecake, teas and various herbal teas... An online shop is also available to order the brand's products.

A gourmet and cultural address, it pays homage to Vauban, an inquisitive and fascinating ^17th-century mind, who built the "percée" at Les Cammazes. A nod to history. In this fully restored former barn, you can eat a few slices of bread and talk about books at the same time. If you have a sweet tooth, you'll find several delicious desserts and "tartines souvenirs d'enfance". You'll also find some very good organic sorbets, fresh drinks made by local artisans, and syrups.

This crusade institution, the oldest of the city, enjoys an unbeatable view of the cathedral that can be viewed at leisure, especially in the summer from the terrace. Comfortable armchairs and benches, careful decoration, guests can also browse magazines and books, while enjoying a drink and a pastry in a cosy atmosphere. The dynamic team offers a wide choice of teas, but also giant salads (from market, sea, cheese), pancakes, ice creams, everything in a calm and pleasant atmosphere.

Le Cosy nestles in the heart of the old Patus Crémat district. This wonderful address bears all the hallmarks of its owner, Malik: it's relaxed, festive, family-friendly and warm. In the two brick-walled dining rooms, or on the huge terrace backing onto the fountain, you can relax in total tranquillity. Here, sweetness reigns supreme, accompanied by beverages both soft and alcoholic. It's a place off the beaten track, a little corner of relaxation, so come and enjoy it, if there's still room...

No, you're not seeing double, the pair at the head of this establishment are linked by more than a passion: they're twin brothers. Benjamin and Nicolas set up this business together, in the discreet Rue Castelmoutou, a stone's throw from the Musée Jean Jaurès. On the premises, the duo serve gourmet dishes in which homemade ingredients take pride of place. In the evening, they focus on a tempting tapas menu. Conviviality and sharing are at the heart of this business. An extensive wine and spirits list from the region and the four corners of France (and the world) completes the picture.

It is between the church and the newspaper kiosk in the town centre that Fabrice opens the doors of his café to you. Whether it is on the terrace of about thirty places or in the small room located upstairs, he welcomes you with a smile, as if you were part of the house. In one corner, you can regularly observe belote and tarot players in full game, as well as rugby fans. But here it's the foodies who dominate. They come to discover the chef's dishes of the day and specialities, mostly made with fresh products.

Julien and Yannick are the two partners who generously run this comfortable tea room. Here, you can drink tea and make friends at the same time. From the Lady Yang Guiffi, a blend of lychee and pear, to the spicy Africa Massala, there's something for everyone. At table, we devour savory tarts that regularly change flavor. These are served for breakfast, as are the delicious homemade cakes (cheesecake, banoffee...). Accompanied by a Gaïa tea (also sold in bulk), it's a sweet, gourmet moment.