Brunch, lunch and events outdoors

A terrace restaurant in Lausanne

Around fifty seats set back from the road, under the building's original marquise, open much of the year, right in the centre of Lausanne.

A long balcony, set back from the street

The terrace runs the length of the building, away from the traffic noise, a 4-minute walk from the station. In fine weather, plants and parasols provide the shade; in winter, heaters and blankets keep you outdoors without shivering.

The full menu is served out here, from Sunday brunch to the weekday plat du jour, at tables of 2 to 6. For a weekend brunch in the sun, booking remains the surest way to get your table.

Guests seated on the terrace of L'Impression Café on a summer day
Homemade lemonade with a metal straw, on the terrace Iced tea with dried lemon on a terrace table

Hire the terrace for your events

The terrace can be hired for private and corporate events, in the evening after the restaurant closes, from 6:30 pm to 10 pm. Around fifty seats, at tables of 2 to 6.

Private hire is quoted individually, the space, the service, and dishes or sweet and savoury verrines for a standing dinner. The indoor room can also be hired, for 20 guests at dinner and up to 40 for cocktails.

Terrace, frequently asked questions

Can you have lunch on the terrace?

Yes, brunch and lunch are both served on the terrace, from 10 am to 3 pm. As soon as the fine weather arrives, terrace bookings open via our reservation link.

Can we book a table for 8 on the terrace?

Terrace tables seat a maximum of 6 people. Bookings for more than 6 are seated inside.

Is the terrace covered?

Part of the terrace is sheltered by the building’s historic marquise, in place since it was built, enough to stay outside even when showers pass.

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