Eight O Clock - Amboise

Stopped by here for my morning cup of coffee after being recommended to give it a try. Not disappointed in the least! Double espresso was perfect and delicious and not so black & bitter as so much of the other coffee I've tasted in France. The owner was very nice and clearly knew his coffee. Highly recommended if you find yourself in Amboise!

As a Norwegian, I'm picky on my coffee - this was perfect (Oslo has tons of good places, and we are true coffee snobs.) Never seen a place where they actually weigh each dose of coffee before pressing the espresso, but eight o'clock does just that! Impressive!

Good coffee in France is difficult to find yet there is good news if you are visiting the Loire Valley. In the town centre of Amboise we noted the yellow signage of eight o'clock and on looking in the window recognised the La Marzocco machine which is always a good sign. We were not disappointed when we were served the perfect coffee by the owner and operator of the business with his great smile and welcoming persona. We went back for coffee for the three days we were in the area and every time enjoyed great coffee mixed with great conversation with local patrons of the coffee shop. Please make sure you support this wonderful small business.

If you enjoy great coffee, go here! Small cafe with lovely owner who speaks French and English and knows a lot about coffee. Better than in London and best we had in France.

If you love great coffee, stop reading and go here.The owner is passionate about great coffee, and he talked to us gleefully about the beans he has in the shop right now. The espresso was excellent.We tried coffee at some of the better known breakfast spots in town, even some allegedly regarded for their coffee quality. None compared to this place.Unfortunately there is not much for food in this shop. Stop here for an espresso on your way to a patisserie.There are two outdoor tables that are lovely for relaxing in nice weather.