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Apero

Spotlighting a selection of stunning bars for drinks with friends and to immerse yourself in Lausanne’s festive atmosphere.

Côté Lac Lausanne

AperitifSummerLifestyleTerraces
Côté Lac association is opening a pop-up bar on the Quai de Belgique in Ouchy in front of the Olympic Museum fountain! Come and spend a pleasant moment in an idyllic setting and take a dip in the lake, the new swimming area of Ouchy being located in front of the bar!
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Base Bar

AfterworkAperitifLive Music
Located near the Docks, the Base restaurant bar has a unique atmosphere that is a blend of rock and cosy. Its varied menu, with the “Fait Maison” label, offers a wide choice of beers, both on tap and bottled, for all tastes.
The Base bar regularly organises events such as improv theatre, stand-up, slam, concerts, afterworks with DJ, etc.
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White Horse

AfterworkAperitifInternational cuisine
Located in Ouchy, the White Horse serves seasonal dishes and revisited classics. You can also discover 13 draught beers from all over the world that are available as well as local wines and cocktails.
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Jumeaux Jazz Club

AfterworkAperitifConcertLive MusicMusic
The new jazz club “Les Jumeaux” is located in a well-known warehouse in the Flon District. This club, which also serves as a bar, has a capacity for up to 300 people. “Les Jumeaux” welcomes musicians of jazz and other styles, both from Switzerland and further abroad.
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La Guinguette de Vidy

AperitifSummerLifestyleTerraces
A breathtaking view, deck chairs in the shade of lindens, hot dogs and snack boards with local products, as well as regional beverages… What are you waiting for to come for apéro, right by the water’s edge?
That little extra from the food insider "Cannelle Rebelle": The setting, with direct access to the lake!
Favourite snack: The “super planchette”
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Le Lapin Vert

Nightlife
Le Lapin Vert is a rock bar that serves cool beers and quality cocktails. Located in Lausanne’s historical centre, this establishment is a true legend of Lausanne nightlife. Rock’n’roll atmosphere guaranteed.
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Barberousse

Nightlife
Barberousse is a unique concept. In a setting inspired by pirates, this music bar specialises in rum. You will find there exclusive, quality products that highlight rum, in a warm and friendly atmosphere. The rum is produced by Barberousse, in partnership with a reputed distillery that specialises in natural products. Come and sample our drinks.
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Istanbul Grill and more

Nightlife
The Istanbul, located in the heart of the Flon District, serves all kinds of Turkish specialities. In an oriental atmosphere that comes straight out of the Arabian Nights, come and savour a cocktail, a meal or smoke a hookah around one of the restaurant’s largest tables.
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Lausanne Cocktail Club

AfterworkNightlife
Open some nights until 5 am, it’s the best place to end the night … or begin the next day! You’ll find neither sticky floor nor too sugary drinks – at the LCC, only craft cocktails are served.
That little extra from the food insider "The Lausanne Guide": A cocktail menu that changes with the seasons.
Favourite drink: The Negroni
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TAO Lounge Bar

AperitifNightlife
The TAO Lounge Bar, located in the Flon District, serves many Asian dishes and cocktails to be enjoyed on the terrace. Note that vegetarian, gluten- or lactose-free dishes are also offered, all of that in a lounge atmosphere.
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La Rincette

AperitifSummerLifestyleTerraces
The "La Rincette" refreshment bar is unfurling its ephemeral charm on the outskirts of the Pyramides de Vidy, creating a new must-see venue! Meet us facing the lake, in the shade of the umbrella pines on the Esplanade des Cantons, to enjoy this terrace with a gentle Mediterranean accent.
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Le Montriond

AperitifLocal
This small historical kiosk, located at the entrance to Milan Park, is the perfect spot to sip a local beer, glass of wine or cocktail, and savour seasonal snacks.
That little extra from the food insider "The Lausanne Guide": Walk up to the top of Montriond Hill, right next to the kiosk, to enjoy the panoramic view.
Favourite drink: The homemade lemonade
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Jaja Bar-Club

AfterworkAperitifDanceLive MusicNightlife
The lounge area on the ground floor plunges us into an old-school ambience with a cosy and friendly décor. Opposite the tiled-mirror wall, the Jaja team is in charge of the bar. And because we always feel a bit peckish during the evening, we can indulge in boards of snacks to share (or not), homemade.
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Le Barbare

AperitifBrunchRegional cuisineGastronomy
In the heart of Lausanne, this legendary address offers local, seasonal dishes, local artistic events and an eco-responsible approach. A friendly place where eating, drinking and chatting go hand in hand.
That little extra from the food insider "Cannelle Rebelle": Marta, the former manager of the café, created a hot chocolate that became famous: an unctuous delight to be discovered!
Favourite drink: The Marta hot chocolate
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Les Jardins de PAM

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A restaurant on 3 levels with a rooftop in the heart of the Lausanne-Flon district.
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Bar Tabac

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Large windows, bistro furnishings and a wood floor give this café a bit of a Parisian touch. They serve wine, beer, cocktails and snacks, as well as authentic mint tea. A perfect spot for the afternoon.
That little extra from the food insider "The Lausanne Guide": Cosy and slightly retro, the Bar Tabac has the charm of cafés of yesteryear.
Favourite dish: The fresh mint tea
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Les Grandes Roches

SummerNightlifeTerraces
It feels like stepping into a Berlin Biergarten, except that only in Lausanne can you drink apéro under the imposing arch of a hundred-year-old bridge. Extensive choice of cocktails, beers and other local beverages.
That little extra from the food insider "That little extra from the food insider "Tania Brasseur": At lunchtime, nice light meals are served on the Grandes Roches terrace. In the evenings, good snack boards let you prolong apéro time until late in the evening!
Favourite drink: The draught cider
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La Superette

SummerNightlifeTerraces
La Superette, located at Place de la Riponne, offers local cuisine, as well as cultural and social activities. From breakfast to lunchtime menus and afternoon snacks for children to apéro, the establishment favours local products by working with producers from the Riponne market.
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Jetée de la Compagnie

SummerNightlifeTerraces
The Jetée de la Compagnie is a temporary terrace on the shores of Lake Geneva, in Lausanne-Ouchy. The sweeping deck is a great place for a spot of sunbathing after a dip. In the evenings, the smell of grilled food, cocktails and stunning sunset views set the tone. La Jetée de la Compagnie also hosts yoga classes and concerts all summer long.
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L’Atelier

AperitifGastronomy
From breakfast to apéro to weekend brunch, this café cum art gallery attracts a semi-arty, semi-student and family clientele. Works by local artists are displayed on the walls and change regularly.
That little extra from the food insider "¿Quand est-ce qu’on mange?": The terrace, with its holiday atmosphere.
Favourite snack: The slice of homemade cake
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Les Brasseurs

International cuisineNightlife
Discover this authentic brewery, and taste their many craft beers and various brasserie dishes, such as the traditional burgers and typical flammkuchen. At Les Brasseurs, you can glimpse the manufacturing of those famous beers.
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Taco's Bar

International cuisineNightlife
“Make love. Drink tequila... Be rock’n’roll!” Words which have long been said of this original place, situated in the heart of the Flon district. Set in a vaulted cellar of 500 m2, the Taco’s Bar radiates a warm atmosphere.
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The Lacustre

French Cuisine
A panoramic view by Lake Geneva, a funky atmosphere, a creative menu and a relaxed mood make this bar the ideal spot for lively apéros. Advance booking is highly recommended.
That little extra from the food insider "The Lausanne Guide": During the week, try the home-smoked BBQ ribs, slow cooked for 6 hours
Favourite dish: The pizza, together with a cocktail, of course!
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Happy Days

Nightlife
A warm welcome awaits you at Happy Days, which serves meals all week and brunch at weekends. At the end of the day, the bar is taken over by sports fans and beer drinkers making the most of happy hour.
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Street Cellar

AfterworkAperitifWine
This wine bar, ideally located at the Flon, is a must and serves a lovely selection of Vaud and Swiss wines, on tap from the barrel. You can pair your glass of wine with stylish street food.
That little extra from the food insider "ChicandSwiss": The great selection of Vaud wines
Favourite dish: The Cheeky Chicken
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L'Etoile Blanche

International cuisineSummerTerraces
The Etoile Blanche is a relaxed, friendly bar-restaurant situated in the heart of Lausanne. It is a favourite of students, cool thirty-somethings and a fair few English-speakers looking for a pub atmosphere at the end of the day.
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The Great Escape

SummerTerraces
Ideally located halfway between the Cathedral and Place de la Riponne, The Great Escape is a bar where you can meet up with friends for apéro or watch a football or rugby match.
That little extra from the food insider "Guidegastronomique.ch": The large terrasse, always very lively
Favourite dish: The fish and chips
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Ta Cave

NightlifeWine
Located in the area under the train station, this very lively wine bar serves snack boards, tapas and even a fondue to pair with its beverages. And so that no one gets bored, the wine list changes every month.
That little extra from the food insider "¿Quand est-ce qu’on mange?": The delicious “La Meule” bread, baked in cheese moulds
Favourite snack: The D.I.Y guacamole
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King Size Pub

BusinessNightlifeEvent venue
The biggest pub in French-speaking Switzerland with an international spirit. Situated in the heart of Flon, this pub offers the best makes of draught beer in the world, a personalised service in kilts, and the “Dueling Pianos” act every night.
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MGM Café

Nightlife
This bar can be found in Ouchy, by the lake. An excellent atmosphere, especially at the weekends. DJs and 2 terraces, with a magnificent view of Evian-les-Bains.
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Vintage Wine Bar

Nightlife
A go-to address for a delectable glass of wine, to discover small-scale winegrowers from the area, and enjoy a slice of pizza or a chicken terrine.
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Bulldog Bar

International cuisineNightlife
In this bar in the heart of the Flon, all sports are broadcast on display screens. A choice of burgers, nachos, pizzas and various snacks is on offer so you can take sustenance while watching your favourite sports team.
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Les Gosses du Québec

International cuisineNightlife
The Gosses du Québec is a typically Canadian pub that serves a wide variety of beers and dishes. The Gosses du Québec is also the meeting place for sports fans, as many major sporting events are regularly shown on its six screens.
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