Gare aux Papilles

Gare aux Papilles is a fast food restaurant in a modern building at 60 Boulevard du Grand Cerf in Poitiers, offering sandwiches, teas, and pastries with French culinary touches. The space features bright, open styling and presents its menu in a straightforward, quick-service setup.

The restaurant emerged as a stop for train travelers and has since become an established fixture for commuters and visitors. Its growth reflected a focus on offering quick meals made with ingredients sourced from regional producers.

The name refers to butterfly-shaped pastries that appear on the menu, connecting to French culinary traditions. The selection of regional products like goat cheese reflects how the place engages with local food practices.

The restaurant sits steps away from the train station and is therefore easy to reach for rail travelers. Service is quick and straightforward, and it opens early in the morning to accommodate travelers with various schedules.

The restaurant offers luggage storage for travelers, making it easy to explore the city without heavy bags. It also has dedicated areas with free WiFi that digital nomads and remote workers can use during their station stops.

Location: Poitiers

Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible

Operator: Gare aux Papilles

Address: 60 Bd du Grand Cerf, 86000 Poitiers, France

Opening Hours: Monday-Friday 07:30-18:00

Phone: +33983533761

GPS coordinates: 46.58267,0.33399

Latest update: December 6, 2025 19:08