What to order at Billie's

Must order
Sticky toffee pudding, or the millionaire shortbread
Editor tip
Brunch runs Saturday and Sunday from 10:00; portions are deliberately sized to cut waste, so order the pudding separately.
CuisineBrunch
StyleBritish coffee-shop brunch
Price€€
Price rangeAbout €25 for a drink, a main and a dessert
NeighborhoodÎle de Nantes
HoursWed-Thu 12:00-17:30; Fri-Sun 10:00-17:30; closed Mon-Tue
BookingBook through the online form; the house does not take phone bookings
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Must order: Sticky toffee pudding, or the millionaire shortbread

Tip: Brunch runs Saturday and Sunday from 10:00; portions are deliberately sized to cut waste, so order the pudding separately.

Location

Address: 25 Quai François Mitterrand, 44200 Nantes

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