Enjoy a truly French ambience in a former Basel prison

Monsieur Philippe Maire and his team are delighted to welcome you to the petite, historic and elegant hotel brasserie au violon. Traditional, refined and typical French cuisine that delight your palate, will be remembered alongside time enjoyed in its cozy surroundings.

You will adore the unique character of this former jailhouse, harmoniously converted into a charming hotel and lively brasserie. Thanks to its superb location in the heart of the old town, courteous, attentive staff, and excellent value for money, au violon is a special place to stay that offers its guests an exceptional gastronomic experience.

 

 

 

  • Lunch menu

    Monday, September 28th to Friday, October 2nd, 2020
    Parsnip velouté
    or
    Oeuf parfait with mushrooms
    ***
    Sliced beef with pepper sauce, french fries and vegetables
    or
    Giant prawns and risotto with coconut milk, lime and avocado
    or
    Fried gnocchi with tomatoes and mozzarella
    ***
    Apple pear tart
    or
    Chocolate Liège


    with starter and dessert at CHF 37.- (vegetarian CHF 33.-)
    with starter or dessert at CHF 28.- (vegetarian CHF 24.-)
     

    The lunch menu is available from Monday to Friday: Mittagsmenü

  • Booking request

     

    UPCOMING EVENTS IN BASEL:

    Museum:

    Pedro Reyes return to Sender, Museum Tinguely

     

  • Location & opening hours

    hotel brasserie au violon
    Im Lohnhof 4
    4051 Basel
    Tel. 0041 61 269 87 11
    E-Mail

    Standortkarte


    Opening hours brasserie

    Monday - Saturday 11.30 am - 11.00 pm

    Lunch served from 11.30 am - 2.00 pm
    Dinner served from 6.00 pm - 9.30 pm

     

     

    Annual company holiday
    from December 24th, 2020 to January 4th, 2021 (included)