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This new restaurant opens at 4:30 AM near Nantes!

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The Editor

Imagine, it's 4:30 in the morning, and most people in Nantes are still sound asleep. But over in Rezé, the National Interest Market (Min) is already buzzing with activity. Here, wholesalers are busy, trucks are rolling in, and pallets of fruits, vegetables, meats, and flowers are moving at a fast pace.

In this unique atmosphere, a new spot has just opened its doors: the Cantine du Min, a brasserie that breaks the mold of traditional hours.

The Hangout for Night Workers

Opened in early July 2025, the Cantine du Min is designed to match the offbeat rhythm of marketplace professionals. When some end their day at the hour others start theirs, what could be more natural than treating yourself to a steak and fries, a draft beer, or a glass of muscadet at dawn? “Here, there’s really no clock,” smiles the owner, aware that his establishment is primarily aimed at night workers. Wholesalers, drivers, greengrocers, or fishmongers come here to take a well-deserved break after hours of hard work.

A simple, generous, homemade cuisine

Don't worry, the plate is not overlooked at all! La Cantine du Min offers a lunchtime special for just €12.90, accessible to everyone, with a promise of homemade dishes. On the menu: friendly and generous meals perfectly suited to the spirit of the place, steak and fries with béarnaise sauce, fresh fish, or delicious desserts.
And for the early birds, the menu adapts: croissants, pain au chocolat, a strong coffee, or why not a draft beer? At Min, everyone lives at their own pace, without any worries.

A truly unique atmosphere

This place isn’t just reserved for professionals; everyone is welcome to have lunch at La Cantine du Min, and that's what makes it such a unique spot. For the curious, it's also a gateway into the fascinating world of the market. “Here, it’s a parallel life,” say Thierry and Jérôme, two regular wholesalers who are used to meeting here.Every Friday morning over a glass of red and a lovely plate. "It might seem strange to have breakfast so early, but when you've been up for an hour and a half, it becomes normal."

A place that's already getting attention

With its quirky concept, unusual hours, and friendly vibe, Cantine du Min is already catching eyes. It beautifully embodies the spirit of the market: a place for meeting, working, but also for sharing and conviviality.

So whether you're an early riser, a night owl, or just a curious soul looking for a unique experience, Cantine du Min is waiting for you.

Address: 71 Bd Alfred Nobel, 44400 Rezé, France