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What to order
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Pommes frites avec mayo (fries with mayo)
Specifically recommended for its taste and considered a definite must-try by reviewers, highlighting it as a standout dish among the tapas and other menu items.
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Tapas
Mentioned multiple times as tasty and a good variety is available, making it a popular choice especially in the evening. Although noted as a bit expensive, the tapas are praised for their quality.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 8 AM to 4 PM |
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| Tuesday | 8 AM to 12 AM |
| Wednesday | 8 AM to 12 AM |
| Thursday | 8 AM to 12 AM |
| Friday | 8 AM to 12 AM |
| Saturday | 11 AM to 12 AM |
| Sunday | Closed |
About Café Authié
Traditional, regional specialties served in an old-timey environment open since the 19th century.
Amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great beer selection
- Great coffee
- Great wine list
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Happy hour drinks
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Private dining room
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Wine
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Gender-neutral restroom
- Restroom
- Wi-Fi
- Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Historic
- Romantic
- Trendy
Crowd
- College students
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Tourists
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
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Paid parking lot
- Paid street parking
- Usually somewhat difficult to find a space
Frequently asked
What is Café Authié known for?
It is best known for its tapas, along with regional dishes like tartare and aligot, served in a historic brasserie setting. Reviewers also call out the vintage decor and old Toulouse atmosphere, which makes it feel like a place to experience the city’s earlier dining culture.
What dishes are most recommended at Café Authié?
Reviewers most often highlight the tapas, tartare, aligot, and pommes frites avec mayo, with homemade fries also mentioned. Several notes say the food is tasty and the small plates work well for sharing, especially in the evening.
What is the atmosphere like at Café Authié?
The vibe is cozy, historic, casual, and a little romantic, with eclectic old-style decor and a strong local feel. It seems to suit groups and solo diners alike, and reviewers mention it can get hectic in the evenings, especially around nearby events at Halle aux Graines.
Is Café Authié good value, and what is the price range?
The price range is €20–30, and reviewers describe it as reasonable to worth it, though a few say some tapas are a bit expensive. The value seems strongest for sharing dishes and enjoying the historic setting, good coffee, beer, or wine with a meal.
When is the best time to visit Café Authié?
Reviewers suggest mornings, lunchtime, and afternoon drinks or coffee for a calmer visit, while evenings can get busy and more impersonal. If you want outdoor seating, it is worth arriving early, since some guests report that tables outside are not always available.
Is parking available at Café Authié?
Yes. Paid parking lot, Paid street parking, Usually somewhat difficult to find a space is available.
Is Café Authié kid-friendly?
Yes, Café Authié is good for kids.
