Café des Avenues
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Cafe des Avenues is a French and Swiss café-brasserie in Lausanne’s Montchoisi quarter, at the junction of avenues de Jurigoz, Fantaisie and Montchoisi.
Menu & prices
Why go
- One of Lausanne’s 44 historic cafés, also featured in a guide to 50 Swiss heritage cafés.
- Work by a different local artist displayed on the walls every two months.
Opening hours
Today06:30 – 00:00Show all
Monday06:30 – 00:00
Tuesday06:30 – 00:00
Wednesday06:30 – 00:00
Thursday06:30 – 00:00
Friday06:30 – 00:00
Saturday09:00 – 00:00
Sunday09:00 – 00:00
Good to know
Free WifiFull BarHighchairs AvailableOutdoor SeatingReservationsServes AlcoholTable ServiceWheelchair Accessible
Drinks to try
- House-made syrups and fresh fruit juices.
- Lausanne lemonades, regional beers and wines.
- A full bar, alongside wine and beer.
Dishes to try
- Seasonal dishes prepared on site from raw ingredients.
- House cakes and madeleines.
- Local tomme cheese, chorizo, pastries and snacks served throughout the day.
- A separate fondue menu is available online.
Atmosphere
- Wood decor, collected objects, high ceilings and a bright, airy dining space with modern touches.
- A back lounge has sofas, a book-exchange library and space for gatherings.
- The café has hosted photo and painting exhibitions, concerts, private gatherings and theatrical readings for children.
- During European Championship and World Cup football tournaments, matches are shown in HD on a large screen in the lounge.
Working with a laptop
- Wi-Fi Free Wi-Fi.
Good for
- families Highchairs available.
Dietary options
- vegetarian Vegetarian options available.
History
The café has also featured among 23 Vaud establishments in Guide Bleu’s “Les Sympas” selection.
- 1950sThe brasserie dates from this decade.
- 2010Cafe des Avenues opened in the older brasserie.
- 2017It received the fait maison label.
- November 2019Staff member Adelie Chatton became the first winner from Romandy of the Swiss Service Champion 2020–2021 title.
How to get there
- BusBuses 4, 8 and 25 stop at Montchoisi, a short walk from the café.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair access Wheelchair accessible.
Sources: ACCUEIL | Le Café des Avenues · CARTES | Le Café des Avenues · Cafe des Avenues: menu (its own site) · Cafe des Avenues: menu (its own site) · Cafe des Avenues: menu (its own site) · checked 1 Oct 2026
Where
avenue de Jurigoz 20 Rondpoint de Montchoisi, 1006, Lausanne
- Website
- cafe-des-avenues.ch/
- Phone
- +41 21 616 11 11
Questions and answers
Where can I see the food menu at Cafe des Avenues?
The food menu is available at https://www.cafe-des-avenues.ch/cartes.
When is Cafe des Avenues open?
Monday to Friday, 06:30–00:00; Saturday and Sunday, 09:00–00:00.
Can I reserve a table at Cafe des Avenues?
Yes. Reservations are available.
Can I pay by card at Cafe des Avenues?
Yes. Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover are accepted.
Is there table service at Cafe des Avenues?
Yes.
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