GastroLausanne Gift Voucher ; Treat Someone to Lausanne’s Restaurants

November 6, 2026

Bon Cadeau GastroLausanne – Offrir les Restaurants de Lausanne

Written by Ben

With the GastroLausanne gift voucher, treating someone to a meal leaves them free to choose the place, the moment and the mood.

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GastroLausanne Gift Voucher ; The Joy of Giving

Launched on 2 November 2026, the GastroLausanne gift vouchers open the doors to a wide range of Lausanne addresses. A gift that delights the giver, the recipient and the local businesses alike.

A Launch at the Beau-Rivage Palace

The official launch took place at the Beau-Rivage Palace, owned by Sandoz Foundation Hotels. This iconic palace is one of the great names of Swiss hospitality. By hosting the event, the hotel supports the richness and diversity of Lausanne’s food scene. The setting was perfect for presenting a project dedicated to the region’s restaurateurs. Its lounges regularly welcome food lovers, whether at the palace’s retro-chic bar or for its Christmas brunch.

Terrace of the Beau-Rivage Palace overlooking Lake Geneva in Ouchy

GastroLausanne, Supporting Restaurateurs

GastroLausanne is the regional section of GastroVaud, the Vaud association of café owners, restaurateurs and hoteliers. It brings together businesses from Lausanne and several neighbouring municipalities. With this gift voucher, the association aims to support the HORECA sector, which covers hotels, restaurants and cafés. The project also encourages the public to discover new addresses and keep their favourite ones thriving. Alexandre Belet, president of GastroLausanne, sums up the spirit of the initiative: offering a gift that truly delights, with the freedom to choose where and when to enjoy it.

GastroLausanne gift voucher and Lausanne skyline

Photo credit: GastroLausanne

How Does the GastroLausanne Gift Voucher Work?

The concept is simple, for individuals and businesses alike. A single voucher gives access to a whole range of addresses.

One Voucher, Many Addresses

The voucher can be spent in participating businesses: restaurants, cafés, bars, hotels, clubs, pastry shops and caterers. A meal with friends, a brunch, a coffee or a family outing: everyone uses it as they wish. The amount can be used in one go or several times, and in different businesses. The balance updates automatically after each visit. The voucher remains valid for two years from the date of purchase.

Amounts, Formats and Ordering

Vouchers are available in values of CHF 25.–, 50.–, 100.–, 150.–, 200.–, 300.– and 500.–. The paper version arrives by post, tucked inside a pretty gift card. Shipping costs CHF 3.90 and is free for orders from CHF 100.–. The digital version is sent free of charge by email, as a QR code. Payment is by credit card, TWINT or bank transfer. Businesses can also order on invoice for their employees, clients or partners. Accepted credit cards are Visa, Mastercard and American Express. With a bank transfer, the vouchers are sent once payment arrives; without payment within seven working days, the order is cancelled.

GastroLausanne gift vouchers of CHF 50 and 200 and digital voucher on a smartphone

Photo credit: GastroLausanne

How Do You Pay with a Voucher?

When the bill arrives, simply show the voucher to the restaurateur. They scan the QR code with a smartphone, tablet or computer. The cost of the meal is then deducted from the voucher’s balance. Partial redemption is always possible: the restaurateur cannot refuse it, and the remainder stays available for a future outing. For a digital voucher, the balance appears in the Mercoria customer account. For a paper voucher, simply enter the reference number printed on the back on the “Balance” page of the website. The remaining amount and expiry date are displayed straight away.

10% Off for the Launch

To celebrate its arrival, the GastroLausanne gift voucher comes at a gentle price. The offer arrives just in time for the festive season.

CHF 100.– of Vouchers for CHF 90.–

A 10% discount applies to voucher purchases, in both paper and digital formats. In practice, CHF 100.– of vouchers costs only CHF 90.–. The offer is valid while stocks last, up to CHF 300.– per person. It is a chance to give more than you spend. Christmas, birthdays, thank-yous or corporate gifts: there is no shortage of occasions.

GastroLausanne gift card in paper format

Photo credit: GastroLausanne

A Gift That Benefits the Whole Region

Giving a GastroLausanne voucher also means supporting local businesses. The amount spent goes straight to the region’s restaurateurs.

No Fees or Commission for Businesses

GastroLausanne takes care of running the system. The full value used is paid back to the businesses, with no fees or commission. Registration and redemptions are free for members, with no equipment to buy and no till to change. The project is carried out with Mercoria, the technical partner that provides the platform, the redemption tool and the shipping of paper vouchers. It draws on the experience of GastroFribourg, which has successfully run this concept in its canton since 2022.

Where to Use the GastroLausanne Gift Voucher?

From launch, many addresses already accept the vouchers, in Lausanne and in neighbouring municipalities, from Lutry to Saint-Sulpice, via Prilly, Renens, Épalinges and Le Mont-sur-Lausanne. Here is some inspiration, depending on your mood.

For a Taste of Italy

Italian tables are well represented. Lupaia Osteria, Cipollino and Sofia Cucina d’Amore play the warm trattoria card. Domani serves Neapolitan pizzas made with local produce, while La Mamma, Un Po’ Di Più and Non Solo focus on homemade cooking. Below the station, Pasta e Sfizi is already one of my Italian spots in Lausanne. In Lutry, Villa Malfi rounds off the selection.

For a Culinary World Tour

Lebanon can be savoured at Mounira or Man’Ouchy, the Mediterranean at Casa Nour. For Asian flavours, the choice ranges from Le Jardin Thaï to Bánh Mi Sài Gòn, via Hoian BBQ, Au Canard Pékinois and the Chinese fondue at Tang Roulou. La Latina brings a South American touch, while Chef Falafel and Prince d’Égypte add an oriental note.

For a Brasserie or a Traditional Meal

Fans of good brasserie food are spoilt for choice. Café du Tramway, a historic restaurant since 1895, sits alongside the Brasserie de Montbenon, housed in a Belle Époque building. Café des Bouchers in Prilly will delight meat lovers. Le Popu, Brasserie de Malley, Le Comptoir de Beaulieu and Brasserie La Riviera in Ouchy complete the line-up. In winter, the fondue at La Vaudaire is a must.

For a Coffee, a Treat or a Drink

The voucher also fits into a sweet break. The Flavours café, the Nicolas Flandin pastry shop and Crêperie la Chandeleur will please those with a sweet tooth. At the foot of the cathedral, Bagha Café welcomes walkers, as do Coccinelle Café, Café de Grancy and Café Saint-Pierre. For drinks, head to Lily Bar, Barberousse or Taco’s Bar, a Flon institution. DéCi Comptoir Gourmand, near the station, is also on board.

For a Meal in Nature or by the Water

In the Jorat woods, the Auberge du Chalet-des-Enfants and the Auberge de l’Abbaye de Montheron are perfect after a walk. On the shores of Lake Geneva, La Guinguette de Vidy, the Hôtel-Restaurant du Port in Ouchy and L’Abordage in Saint-Sulpice enjoy lake views. Enough to plan a foodie weekend in Lausanne without opening your wallet.

Map of Lausanne showing the businesses accepting GastroLausanne vouchers

Photo credit: GastroLausanne, Lausanne Tourisme

The list grows as new businesses sign up. The full list of businesses, with a map and filters by type of cuisine, is available on the voucher website.

GastroLausanne Gift Voucher ; Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the voucher valid?

Each voucher is valid for two years from the date of purchase. The expiry date can be checked online at any time.

Can the voucher be used in several restaurants?

Yes. The same voucher can be used several times and in different participating businesses, until the balance runs out.

Paper or digital voucher?

The digital voucher arrives free of charge by email, ideal for a last-minute gift. The paper voucher, tucked inside a gift card, is better suited to a present to unwrap.

Can businesses order vouchers?

Yes. Businesses can order on invoice, a handy way to thank employees, clients or partners. Other answers can be found in the GastroLausanne voucher FAQ (in French).

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