Approaching the Peninsula’s point, a small, duck egg-blue building nestles at the ocean’s edge. Le Capucin, Portsea’s own authentic French cafe, has become a beloved landmark for residents and a welcome surprise for out-of-towners. Where you eat has been proven to influence the taste, in which case this is a café with a distinct advantage. Could French-inspired food made in house be any more delicious? It is when the setting is beachside at Le Capucin café.
Owners Kirsty and Loïc Duchet, together with the Le Cap crew, love sharing the taste of France with customers and are waiting to greet you with a cheery “Bonjour”.
Pair a fresh noisette viennoiserie with the superior blend of a premium Five Senses coffee. Both are served all day. Strolling along the iconic Portsea pier with cup in one hand and croissant in the other is très chic. There’s a holiday feel in the air.
There’s seating inside or you can choose to dine outside on the terrasse, with tables dotted about next to a sprawling green lawn. In summer, try the baguettes and salads while sipping a freshly squeezed OJ or latte on the rocks. In cooler weather, tuck into a warming soup or cheesy special; the crepes or croque monsieur are big favourites. Relax, you deserve it, and order a takeaway meal based on traditional recipes from Loïc’s home.
At Le Capucin, it’s easy to pretend you’re holidaying in France.
For catering and group bookings, low season only,
email bonjour@lecapucin.com.au
Opening hours: daily 8am-3pm; summer 7am-4pm
Le Capucin 3770 Point Nepean Rd, Portsea P: 5984 3243
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