The specialty coffee scene in France has blossomed beyond Paris, expanding to cities like Lyon, Marseille, and Bordeaux. Embracing a modern approach, these cities are home to many artisanal coffee shops and roasters. Focusing on high-quality, ethically sourced beans, the scene is marked by an emphasis on single-origin coffees and expert brewing techniques. French baristas, skilled in traditional and innovative methods, offer a variety of brews, from classic espressos to pour-overs and cold brews. This evolution signifies a shift in the French coffee culture, integrating international influences with France's rich gastronomic legacy. Here are some top specialty roasters from user and editorial reviews:

Rank	Roaster
1	Kawa Coffee Paris 4.55(8) • 5 roasts
2	Loutsa Torréfacteur Paris 4.75(4) • 3 roasts
3	Noir Paris 4.50(4) • 4 roasts
4	Jozi Paris 4.75(2) • 2 roasts
5	Belleville Brûlerie Paris 4.75(2) • 1 roasts
6	Synapse Torrefaction Paris 4.75(2) • 2 roasts
7	Early Bird Coffee Paris 5.00(1) • 1 roasts
8	Moklair Reims 4.50(2) • 1 roasts
9	L'Arbre à Café Paris 4.50(1) • 1 roasts
10	Blondie Paris 4.50(1) • 1 roasts
11	People Possession Paris 4.50(1) • 2 roasts
12	Fève Paris 4.00(1) • 1 roasts
13	Plural Cafe Paris 4.00(1) • 1 roasts
14	Cedric Grolet Paris 4.00(1) • 1 roasts
15	L'OR 4.08(6) • 6 roasts
16	Carte Noire 4.00(2) • 1 roasts
17	Monoprix 3.50(1) • 1 roasts
18	Maison PAUL Lille 3.50(1) • 1 roasts
19	Auchan Croix 3.50(1) • 2 roasts
20	Aspretto Coffee Issy-les-Moulineaux 3.75(2) • 2 roasts
21	Cafés Richard Paris 3.75(3) • 2 roasts
22	Groupe Casino Paris 2.50(1) • 1 roasts
23	Ethiquable Paris 1.75(2) • 1 roasts
24	Cafe Piha Bordeaux 0(0) • 0 roasts
25	Oven Heaven Coffee Co. Bordeaux 0(0) • 0 roasts
26	La Torref de Fersen Antibes 0(0) • 0 roasts
27	Breizh Coffee Ille-et-Villaine 0(0) • 0 roasts
28	Cafes Dagobert Chalaronne 0(0) • 0 roasts
29	L’alchimiste Bordeaux 0(0) • 0 roasts
30	Canopi Paris 0(0) • 0 roasts

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