In the middle of the Vieux-Nice neighborhood that’s still lacking in specialty coffee joints, Blend sells good vinyl and good java. A cross between a record store and a coffee shop, Carl’s spot is a hidden gem in a zone packed with tourist traps! Chill out near the turntables and bins full of vinyls, as the Rocket espresso machine is buzzing away: macchiatos, affogatos, cold brew… all made with a house blend roasted by Cafés Indien. Want something to go with your cup of joe? You won’t find anything too fancy, but you can fill up on banana bread, lemon cookies, French toast or, for something savory, bacon and eggs or chicken burgers… // Jean Pascal 

THE HIDDEN GEM: The famous Café n°89 (€9 for 250 g), a Brazilian-Ethiopian blend, which you can bring home in bean form along with a few records.