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Get InspiredEuropeFranceNormandyRouenDame Cakes

Dame Cakes

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Tea House·Enchanting, Cozy, Old English
Dame Cakes
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Dame Cakes
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Dame Cakes
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Dame Cakes
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Dame Cakes
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Dame Cakes
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Dame Cakes
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Dame Cakes
Photo by Elisa from Google Places
Dame Cakes
Photo by Marilyne “MachuPicchu54” C from Google Places
Dame Cakes
Photo by Véronique Ducorroy from Google Places

Located just behind the Rouen Cathedral, Dame Cakes offers a whimsical escape with its old English house aesthetic and beautifully decorated interior. The shop is a local favorite for its wide array of flavorful cakes, ranging from chocolate peanut to fruit-forward options. Visitors can enjoy their treats in a cozy indoor setting or on the peaceful terrace during warmer weather. Beyond the pastries, the menu features high-quality chai lattes, specialty teas, and a standout dark hot chocolate that is both creamy and intense. It is the perfect spot for a relaxing afternoon break in the heart of the city.

Located just behind the Rouen Cathedral, Dame Cakes offers a whimsical escape with its old English house aesthetic and beautifully decorated interior. The shop is a local favorite for its wide array of flavorful cakes, ranging from chocolate peanut to fruit-forward options. Visitors can enjoy their treats in a cozy indoor setting or on the peaceful terrace during warmer weather. Beyond the pastries, the menu features high-quality chai lattes, specialty teas, and a standout dark hot chocolate that is both creamy and intense. It is the perfect spot for a relaxing afternoon break in the heart of the city.

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Address
70 Rue Saint Romain, 76000 Rouen, France
Websitedamecakes.fr
Phone02 35 07 49 31
Hours
Closed
Mon
9:30 AM - 7:00 PM
Tue
9:30 AM - 7:00 PM
Wed
9:30 AM - 7:00 PM
Thu
9:30 AM - 7:00 PM
Fri
9:30 AM - 7:00 PM
Sat
9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Sun
Closed

Highlights

  • Extensive selection of artisanal cakes

  • Rich, intense dark hot chocolate

  • Peaceful outdoor terrace for sunny days

  • Wide variety of specialty teas

  • Atmospheric, English-cottage interior

Best For

Cozy afternoon tea and indulgent pastry treats.

Dietary Options

vegetarian-friendly

Time of Day

Lunch, Afternoon Tea

Occasion Tags

Casual Drinks, Afternoon Treat, Tourists, Locals

Reviews

4.3
Great1,7 K reviews

Dame Cakes is highly regarded for its enchanting atmosphere and delightful selection of sweets. With over 1,700 reviews, it maintains a strong reputation as a 'hidden gem' near the Rouen Cathedral. Guests frequently praise the beautiful, English-cottage interior and the peaceful, sunny terrace. While the vast majority of reviewers rave about the delicious cakes, tea, and intense dark hot chocolate, opinions on the pastries are occasionally mixed, though the overall experience is consistently described as worth the visit. The staff is widely noted for being kind, polite, and accommodating, contributing to the shop's cozy and welcoming vibe.

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Rouen, Normandie, France

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