Festiverestaurant
&cocktailbarinAnnecy
French elegance, the soul of Annecy.
Push the wooden door open and let the atmosphere wrap around you.
Le Chardon d'Écosse is more than a restaurant. It's an intimate retreat where mustard velvet banquettes hug the wood panelling, where soft light catches the glow of brass, and where every evening promises a new story.
Seasonal bistronomy
Carefully sourced produce, precise execution and a menu that evolves with the harvests.
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Cocktails & Spirits
Signature creations, an exceptional whisky cellar and a sharp selection of gins.
Bar menu
Live, DJ sets & dance nights
Thursday through Saturday, the lights dim, the tempo rises and the room turns into a dance bar running until 3am.
AgendaThe Sunday brunch
From 11am to 3pm, an all-you-can-eat buffet — generous and refined — in the warm setting of Le Chardon d'Écosse. Pastries, hot dishes, aged cheeses, the chef's desserts and unlimited drinks.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Le Chardon d'Écosse located in Annecy?
The restaurant is set inside the Cour du Pré Carré, at 10 Rue Vaugelas, right in the heart of Annecy. Entry is through the cobbled courtyard, just steps from rue Royale and the lake.
Is Le Chardon d'Écosse open late at night?
Yes — from Thursday to Saturday the bar stays open until 3am with DJ sets. On Tuesday and Wednesday evenings, service runs until 1am.
Are there dance nights and DJs?
Every weekend, the room turns into a dance bar with live DJs, signature cocktails and a festive atmosphere. The full programme is updated on the Events page.
Can the restaurant be booked for a hen / stag party or birthday?
Yes, Le Chardon d'Écosse can be privatised for birthdays, hen and stag parties, corporate seminars, team dinners and private events. Custom quote on request via the Private Events page.
Is there a brunch in Annecy?
Every Sunday from 11am to 3pm we serve an all-you-can-eat brunch buffet at €35 per adult and €22 per child: pastries, hot dishes, aged cheeses, homemade desserts and drinks.
How to book a table?
Booking is done directly online via the « Book a table » button, or by phone on +33 4 50 51 24 31. For groups of more than 8, please email info@auchardondecosse.fr.
A sun-drenched terrace
Sheltered from the bustle in the cobbled Cour du Pré Carré, our terrace welcomes you from the first warm days. The perfect spot for a business lunch, a long aperitif or dinner under the stars.
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