Parisian Haunts: David Lynch's Pancakes, Prints, and Twin Peaks Magic
Feb. 9, 2025 in Travel & Destinations by Charlotte Sinclair
Among the regulars at a modest creperie on Montparnasse, celebrities like Pierce Brosnan, Mylène Farmer, and Isabelle Huppert have all been spotted. Yet none proved as devoted as director David Lynch, whose love for Paris extended far beyond the silver screen.
Every year, Lynch made his way to Paris, often residing for months at the iconic Lutetia Hotel. His daily ritual involved a stop at the Plougastel creperie, where he would order a savory galette packed with ham, cheese, and two eggs—a dish affectionately nicknamed “Double Lynch.” Accompanying this was his customary coffee: always served with an abundance of milk and just a hint of coffee.
Lynch preferred his usual seat, right across from the kitchen. While he sometimes dined with his wife and son, he more frequently enjoyed the solitude, cherishing the quiet and familiarity of his favorite spot. On warmer days, he would shift to the terrace, where passersby occasionally approached, drawn by his unmistakable presence.
Adding a unique twist to its lore, the Plougastel creperie even played a role in Lynch’s work; he filmed a Twin Peaks episode featuring Monica Bellucci within its walls, weaving the location into the tapestry of his cinematic universe.
But the allure of Paris for Lynch didn’t stop at the creperie. Just a stone’s throw away lies the historic Idem print shop—a place once renowned for printing works by Picasso and Matisse. It was here that Lynch discovered his passion for lithography. On his first visit in 2007, he fell in love with the atmosphere: the distinctive scent of ink, the vintage printing machines, and the palpable history that permeated the space.
During his many visits to Paris, Lynch spent countless hours in the print shop, experimenting with lithography. His creations from Idem even influenced the visual style of Twin Peaks: The Return, blending Parisian artistry with his own surreal aesthetic.
Today, after Lynch’s passing, fans continue to flock to both Plougastel and Idem. They sip on what has come to be known as “café Lynch,” sit at his old table, and immerse themselves in the ambience he so adored—keeping his legacy alive in every corner of these cherished Parisian locales.
