Paris isn't known for it's coffee, but it's newfound obsession with all things American has brought New York style cafe's like Merce and the Muse to the scene.
This off the beaten-track is one way to dodge the tourists and check out an authentic Parisian dining experience. Mostly locals gather here NOT for fine dining, but for good coffee and simple bistro fares.
The former home to Paris' post-war intellectuals has transformed into one of the cities most popular cafes. A spot on it's patio is one of Luxembourg's most coveted.