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Matsa: The first 100% vegetarian Italian canteen in Bordeaux

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Discover on the right bank, Matsa Caffè, a responsible and sun-drenched table in Bordeaux.

Matsa Caffè : A sunny address in Bastide

Unique in Bordeaux, Matsa Caffè becomes the first vegetarian Italian restaurant in Bordeaux. A daring challenge taken on successfully by Sara and Matthieu, an Italian-French couple who are partners in life as well as behind the counter. "Matsa", a combination of their two names, is the result of their shared passion for food and their deep commitment to the planet. In 2020, after traveling the world, they decided to launch their business as a chef and bartender for hire between Bordeaux and the Arcachon Bay.

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Gourmet coffee shop and sunny veggie canteen

Thanks to their success and their desire to physically settle in the city of Bordeaux to concoct their unique recipes, they are investing in a small corner of Bastide in the quest for a Mediterranean & ethical dining experience. Since its opening in February 2022, Matsa Caffè offers a modern, gourmet, and healthy menu with an Italian touch. The coffee shop and canteen, open for lunch on weekdays and on Thursday evenings, also offers a beautiful selection of Alchimiste coffees.

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La Dolce Vita responsable

Ouvert dès le matin pour proposer un petit-déjeuner de qualité (avec pâtisseries homemade en prime), le Matsa Caffè apporte un peu de vie dans un coin calme et paisible du quartier. Le midi, la table labellisée "écotable" et "ocean friendly" sert ses assiettes faites maison, avec des produits frais issus de leurs producteurs chéris. A la carte ? Des antipasti à se lécher les babines (la panzanella aux tomates fait fureur), la délicieuse focaccia pétrie et cuite sur place tous les matins qui se décline à toutes les sauces et des pâtes (sinon rien) travaillées avec de la crème de courgettes à l'ail, des aubergines fondantes ou encore du croustillant de tournesol.

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With a heart set on introducing amazing and generous flavors and textures, Matsa Caffè never runs out of ideas to change preconceptions about veggie cuisine. Starting with its prices, where the plates are equally indulgent and balanced, offered at extremely reasonable prices. You can expect to pay €6 for starters, €11.50 for focaccia sandwiches, and €13 for main dishes ! The menu, which changes every month, always includes a "dish of the month" that is vegan and gluten-free.

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Just like a real Italian trattoria

With 30 indoor seats, and the same capacity outside on a large sunny terrace, Matsa Caffè welcomes the people of Bordeaux in a setting where everything is designed in the most environmentally friendly way possible. The natural lime paintings and the dishes & furniture found at flea markets in Saint-Michel and Emmaus bear witness to this. Like a true Italian trattoria, with old bistro tables covered in second-hand trinkets, it invites you on a responsible journey to the land of Dolce Vita.

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Don't miss out: the cheerful and bright canteen also opens on Thursday evenings, to offer its dinners with the same colorful plates, refreshing cocktails, and naughty desserts served with love. 

Matsa Caffè Bordeaux
16 Av. Thiers, 33100 Bordeaux
09 73 88 42 49
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