Goubert Avenue (Beach Road), Pondicherry
Le Café is a legendary Pondicherry institution perched at the edge of Promenade Beach with sweeping views of the Bay of Bengal. Run by the Sri Aurobindo Ashram, it serves exceptional French filter coffee, croissants, sandwiches, and light snacks at subsidised prices. The open-air terrace is the perfect spot to watch the sunrise or sunset. No alcohol is served, keeping it calm and serene.