What should I order at Café LUX* Caudan?
Café LUX* Caudan
Cappuccino
Recommended multiple times for being superb, well-balanced with the right amount of milk, and considered the best coffee on Mauritius by several reviewers.
Three Men in a Boat
An ice cream based coffee drink praised as the best drink of all time at the café, noted for its refreshing taste.
Salted Caramel and Peanut Frappe Lux
Highly appreciated for its creamy texture and intense flavor, leaving a strong positive impression.
Sorbet
A variety of fresh, fruit-based sorbets such as mango, raspberry, and ananas piment are recommended for their smooth, creamy texture and impressive flavors.
Oreo Milkshake
Specifically recommended as a must-try milkshake offering a delicious coffee break option.
Opera
Mentioned alongside other pastries as delicious, contributing to the café’s reputation for amazing pastries.
Strawberry Cheesecake
Recommended as a delicious pastry option that delights customers.
Mocaccino
Praised for being creamy and intensely flavorful, it is a popular coffee choice among visitors.
Hours
| Monday | 8 AM to 6 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 8 AM to 6 PM |
| Wednesday | 8 AM to 6 PM |
| Thursday | 8 AM to 6 PM |
| Friday | 8 AM to 6 PM |
| Saturday | 8 AM to 6 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
About Café LUX* Caudan
Café LUX* Caudan is a cafe, coffee store, pastry shop, restaurant, and salad shop in Port Louis, Mauritius. Reviewers consistently praise the coffee, especially cappuccino and other espresso drinks, along with cakes, desserts, and sweet drinks like smoothies and frappes. The cafe also gets noted for its waterfront and harbour views, casual cozy setting, and friendly service. It offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dessert, dine-in, takeout, and outdoor seating.
Amenities & services
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Solo dining
- Good for working on laptop
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Coffee
- Quick bite
- Small plates
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Trendy
Crowd
- College students
- Groups
- Tourists
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
Parking
- Free street parking
- Paid parking lot
- Usually plenty of parking
Frequently asked questions
What is Café LUX* Caudan known for?
It is best known for coffee and desserts, especially cappuccino, moccachino, frappes, cakes, and cheesecake. Reviewers also mention the harbour or water views and say the drinks are made with care, which makes it a popular stop in the Caudan waterfront area of Port Louis.
What dishes are most recommended at Café LUX* Caudan?
Reviewers repeatedly highlight the cappuccino, coconut frappe, salted caramel and peanut frappe, Italian Chicken Croissant, pistachio parfait, and rich chocolate pastry. The cakes and cheesecake also come up often, and several people mention the dessert selection as a reason to visit.
What is the atmosphere like at Café LUX* Caudan?
The vibe is casual, cozy, and modern, with both indoor and outdoor seating and views over the water or harbour. It seems to work well for meetups, solo laptop work, and groups, since reviewers mention a calm place to work, hang out, and relax.
Is Café LUX* Caudan good value, and what is the price range?
The cafe is described as reasonably priced by reviewers, with one noting good quality coffee at a decent price and another mentioning a Cafe Lux T-shirt sold for Rs300. It is not a budget canteen, but the reviews suggest the coffee, desserts, and drinks feel fair for a waterfront cafe in Port Louis.
When is the best time to visit Café LUX* Caudan?
It is a strong choice for breakfast, brunch, or lunch, and reviewers say dine-in is available all day. If you want a quieter visit, the reviews suggest it can be a good place to work or meet up, though one person noted construction noise nearby at the waterfront.
Is parking available at Café LUX* Caudan?
Yes. Free street parking, Paid parking lot, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Is Café LUX* Caudan kid-friendly?
Yes, Café LUX* Caudan is good for kids.
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