Les Joyeux Naufragés is the second café project from Manu André, also behind Le Loup Bleu on the Plateau. Opened at the corner of Rachel and des Érables, the café fills a stretch of the neighbourhood that long lacked an everyday, daytime address. From the outset, it’s been embraced by nearby school staff, parents, and locals looking for an affordable place to land in the morning or at lunch.

The menu keeps things practical and accessible, built around coffee, viennoiseries, sandwiches, grilled cheese, and simple plates like salads and grain bowls. The nautical theme reflects André’s long-standing passion for sailing, translated into a bright, sea-inspired interior designed by Nony Famili, with a mural by artist Aurore Danielou setting the tone. The result is casual, light-filled, and designed for repeat visits rather than spectacle.