Bel-Air Coffee ; A Nordic-Style Café in Lausanne

Bel-Air Coffee is a lovely café in central Lausanne. With a minimalist spirit, the shop charms with its hot, indulgent drinks.

Bel-Air Coffee

A Nordic Coffee Shop in Lausanne

This little café is tucked away in a courtyard on rue des Terreaux, a stone’s throw from the Bel-Air tower. It offers a nice range of coffees in a resolutely minimalist light-wood setting. Behind the glass door, the welcome is full of energy. A row of pretty grey chairs or a comfortable sofa invites you to settle in. Then just check the drinks board or ask the owner for advice.

Traditions and Treats

Bel-Air Coffee in Lausanne

At Bel-Air Coffee, the menu stays classic, with a few original touches. Lattes, flat whites, cappuccinos and iced coffees make up most of the offer. The coffees come from several roasters, for variety. Those with a sweet tooth are tempted by a matcha latte or a chai. Matcha is a green tea powder as fine as flour. Chai is a spice blend drunk hot, as tea or coffee. But you don’t change a winning team: the latte remains the safe bet.

Specialty Coffee in a Few Words

Bel-Air Coffee is one of the so-called specialty coffee shops. The term refers to high-quality coffees, scored at least 80 out of 100 by certified tasters. Their origin is known, often down to the farm or producer. The roast, lighter than for a classic coffee, reveals fruity or floral notes. Every step counts, from bean to cup. The barista adjusts grind, dose and temperature to get the best from each coffee.

Bel-Air Coffee ; Good to Know

The coffee shop is in a courtyard on rue des Terreaux, a stone’s throw from Place Bel-Air. The metro and many buses stop nearby. The address is ideal for a break between two appointments. The calm of the place also lets you work for a while. Right next door, the Bel-Air tower (in French), Switzerland’s first skyscraper, is worth a look.

Bel-Air Coffee ; Discovering the Café

Opened in 2021, this specialty coffee shop quickly found its place in Lausanne. From the entrance, you feel right at home. Its minimalist side recalls hygge, the Danish art of wellbeing. The service is professional, and a few words exchanged are enough to learn more about the place. Visit after visit, a good part of the menu is tasted with real pleasure. The coffee and the little treats are both worth the trip. For more addresses, the selection of cafés in Lausanne (in French) also holds lovely discoveries.

Rue des Terreaux 6, 1003 Lausanne
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