After coffee is introduced to Louis XIV in 1669. Coffeehouses are developed in Paris in 17th century, and by the 18th century, over 1,800 Cafés were opened, and they had become quite popular among the French aristocracy. Coffee houses began to spring up in Paris, and they became important gathering places for intellectuals, writers, and artists. The most famous coffeehouse was the Café Procope, which is the first coffeehouse in Paris and it was founded in 1686 (It was closed in 1872 and reopened in 1920s).
During the 19th and 20th centuries, coffee consumption in France continued to grow, and today France is one of the largest consumers of coffee in Europe. French coffee culture is known for its emphasis on quality and flavor, and many French people take their coffee very seriously. Espresso-based drinks like café au lait, café crème, and café noisette are popular in France, as are traditional French drip coffee makers like the cafetière or French press. Today, Café is being popular icon in the world.