What is a synonym for cafe?

Here are some synonyms for "cafe," depending on the specific type of cafe you're thinking of:

General:

* Coffee shop

* Coffee house

* Bistro

* Eatery

* Restaurant

* Diner

* Snack bar

* Tea room

More informal:

* Joint

* Spot

* Hangout

* Local

More formal:

* Brasserie

* Patisserie

* Salon

The best synonym will depend on the context and the specific type of cafe you are referring to.