Café Authié

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About Café Authié

Situated near Toulouse’s bustling Place Dupuy, this café offers a welcoming spot for those who appreciate a calm yet lively local atmosphere. Visitors often come for a relaxed meal featuring small plates and tapas that complement an extensive selection of wines, beers, and cocktails. It’s a place where conversation flows easily, whether you’re settling in for breakfast, a quick bite at lunch, or a leisurely dinner.

The interior blends cosy and historic charm with a trendy vibe, making it popular among university students, locals, and visitors alike who enjoy an authentic French café experience. Seating options accommodate solo diners, families, and groups, with thoughtful touches like wheelchair accessibility and gender-neutral toilets. Outdoor seating is available when weather permits, though evenings here often see guests happily tucked inside, drawn by the warm lighting and inviting décor.

Service tends to be attentive and friendly, helping visitors navigate the menu and wine list even if there’s a language barrier. The atmosphere generally feels down-to-earth and inclusive, welcoming a diverse mix of people—from those looking for a casual hangout to others reserving a spot for a private meal. With reasonable prices for the area and a genuine local vibe, this café offers a pleasant alternative to typical tourist-focused spots around the city center.

Overview
Menu
Amenities
Reviews
FAQs
Location

Amenities & Services

Service options

Outdoor seating

On-site services

Takeaway

Dine-in

Delivery

Highlights

Great beer selection

Great coffee

Great wine list

Popular for

Breakfast

Lunch

Dinner

Solo dining

Accessibility

Wheelchair-accessible seating

Wheelchair-accessible entrance

Offerings

Alcohol

Beer

Cocktails

Coffee

Happy-hour drinks

Healthy options

Private dining room

Quick bite

Small plates

Spirits

Wine

Dining options

Breakfast

Lunch

Dinner

Catering

Dessert

Seating

Table service

Amenities

Bar on site

Gender-neutral toilets

Toilet

Wi-Fi

Wi-Fi

Atmosphere & Crowd

Casual

Cosy

Historic

Trendy

Family friendly

Groups

LGBTQ+ friendly

Tourists

University students

Planning

Lunch reservations recommended

Dinner reservations recommended

Accepts reservations

Payments

Bimpli

Cheque Dejeuner

Credit cards

Debit cards

Meal coupons

NFC mobile payments

Pluxee

Ticket Restaurant

Credit cards

Children

Good for kids

High chairs

Kids' menu

Parking

Paid street parking

Parking

What Locals Say

Edel Dolphin 5

We ate in the evening. There were no tables outside but we decided to go inside and it we were delighted that we did. The staff were very helpful and the cafe was beautiful with a lovely atmosphere. We shared dishes from the menu and their tapas. It was very tasty and reasonably priced.

Francois Sey 5

The tapas are really good, we were 3 and the waitresses were really friendly and helpful. We have chosen a corner inside and we were like @home

Marco Almanza 5

A truly authentic and marvelous experience. The food, the place, the vibe, I loved everything about this place.

Leo Bartolec 5

Smiling staff that helps to make you order even there is some language barrier. Food was delicious and wine choice done by the waitress very good. The atmosphere is really local and you get the french vibe. Prices are a bit higher but it was worth it.

Craig Banbury 5

Great find. Fantastic atmosphere and discovered it's the oldest cafe/ bar in Toulouse. It's worth a visit just to see the fantastic decore inside. Busy with the locals. Service great.

Mette Lambert 5

Amazing place with great atmosphere and lots of unique, original decorations to enjoy. Came for breakfast, but will definitely come back for lunch or dinner another time.

Rick Wennerstrom 5

A little too blustery to sit outdoors this evening. Indoors was a treat though. Established 1882 and the decor is eclectic and great. A popular spot with a good selection of items, from tapas to full entrées. Prices are reasonable and the staff efficient and friendly. Could sit there for days soaking in the history and vibes. Definitely recommend the pommes frites avec mayo (fries with mayo).

Declan Murphy 5

I LOVE this cafe. The proprietor, M. Olivier, is to be congratulated on creating a space where one can dine as they did in Toulouse in earlier times. Simultaneously delicious and informative. As a local, I tend to go in the mornings, at lunchtime, or for an afternoon drink or coffee. The evenings, especially when there is a concert at the Halle aux Graines, tend to get hectic and, understandably, a bit impersonal. But that's just me. Others may see it differently. It's a great place to go to understand the Toulouse of yesterday, to meet new friends, and enjoy the life of the quartier. Very much recommended.