Independent

Alvin's Café

◷ Port Lympia, Nice, France · ££ · Guest roasters
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What's behind the bar

Roaster
Stray, Friedhats, Datura
Rotating
Espresso machine
Slayer
Grinder
Not yet confirmed
Milk
Not yet confirmed

Roaster, machine and grinder details last verified August 2026.

The cup

Opened in April 2025 by New Zealand barista Jackson Fitzgerald in the port district, with a Slayer espresso machine and a rotating selection of single-origin beans from Stray (Munich), Friedhats (Amsterdam) and Datura (Paris). Several pour-over options run alongside espresso, and the approach to sourcing and extraction reflects Fitzgerald's specialty background across Europe and New Zealand.

Brew methods

EspressoV60 / pour-overAeroPress Batch brewCold brewProper decaf

The cake cabinet

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Coffee & cake

Cake and bakes on the counter. Signature items not listed yet.

Alvin's Café: coffee and cake, answered

What coffee roaster does Alvin's Café use?

The roaster behind the bar at Alvin's Café is not confirmed on Crumb & Crema yet. If you run it, you can add it free so visitors know the bean before they go.

What espresso machine does Alvin's Café use?

Alvin's Café pulls shots on a Slayer.

Is Alvin's Café independent?

Yes. Alvin's Café is an independent, owner-run cafe. Crumb & Crema lists independents first, with chains off by default.

Does Alvin's Café have cake?

Yes. Alvin's Café serves coffee and cake.

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