Tibits is on the first floor of Luzern railway station and offers more than 40 vegetarian and vegan dishes at a buffet, with a Sunday brunch. It is the easiest meat-free meal on an arrival or departure day.
Tibits Luzern is on the first floor of Luzern railway station at Zentralstrasse 1, in the canton of Lucerne, Switzerland, and offers more than 40 vegetarian and vegan dishes at a self-serve buffet. It is the easiest meat-free meal on an arrival or departure day, since it sits above the tracks and requires no detour from the station. The restaurant is part of the Swiss Tibits vegetarian chain, and the Luzern branch benefits from the heavy foot traffic of the station, the KKL concert hall and the lakefront close by.
The food is organised as a pay-by-weight buffet of hot and cold dishes. Salads, curries, grain dishes, roasted vegetables, soups and desserts are displayed together, and diners fill a container and have it weighed at the till, so the final price depends entirely on how much is taken. A typical meal costs around CHF 20 to 30, which makes the restaurant a mid-priced ($$) option and one of the more flexible choices for groups with different dietary needs, including vegan and gluten-conscious eaters. A Sunday brunch is also offered. The signature is simply the breadth of the buffet rather than a single dish.
The atmosphere is casual and bright, with a modern interior, communal and small tables, and a steady turnover of customers. Noise is moderate, and peaks at lunchtime on weekdays and around Sunday brunch. Dress is casual. Drinks include fresh juices, teas and wines, and the restaurant is open for long hours: listings give Monday to Wednesday 6:30 AM to 10:30 PM, Thursday to Saturday 6:30 AM to 11:00 PM and Sunday 8:00 AM to 10:30 PM, though these come from a third-party source and should be verified at tibits.ch.
No reservation is needed for individuals; groups can call +41 41 226 18 88. Because the buffet is self-service, it suits travellers with a train to catch, and the early opening hours make it a good option for breakfast before a day trip to Mount Pilatus or Rigi.
| Price | $$ |
|---|---|
| Hours | Mon-Wed 6:30 AM-10:30 PM; Thu-Sat 6:30 AM-11:00 PM; Sun 8:00 AM-10:30 PM (third-party listing, verify at tibits.ch) |
| Reservations | No reservation needed for individuals; groups call +41 41 226 18 88 |
| Address | Zentralstrasse 1, 6003 Luzern |
Signature dishes
- Hot and cold vegetarian and vegan buffet
- Sunday brunch
Good to know
- Known for
- Meat-free buffet above the tracks at Luzern station
Location
Zentralstrasse 1, 6003 Luzern
47.0499, 8.3095 View on map
Highlights
- More than 40 vegetarian and vegan dishes at a hot and cold buffet
- Pay-by-weight pricing, so the bill follows the plate
- First-floor position in Luzern railway station
- Sunday brunch and long opening hours
Tips for visiting
- Fill the container only once at first; weight pricing adds up quickly with heavy dishes.
- Avoid the weekday lunch rush for a calmer visit.
- Groups should call +41 41 226 18 88 to arrange a table.
- Use the early opening hours for breakfast before a day trip.
- Verify current hours at tibits.ch, as listed times come from a third party.
When to visit
Early morning or mid-afternoon to avoid the weekday lunch rush; Sunday for brunch.
Accessibility
Access details are not confirmed here, but a station-based restaurant is generally reachable by lift or escalator. Visitors with mobility needs should verify at tibits.ch or by phone on +41 41 226 18 88.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Tibits fully vegetarian?
Yes, it offers vegetarian and vegan dishes only, with more than 40 choices at the buffet.
How is the food priced?
The buffet is pay-by-weight, so the total depends on how much is taken.
Where is it in the station?
It is on the first floor of Luzern railway station at Zentralstrasse 1.
Is a reservation needed?
Not for individuals. Groups can call +41 41 226 18 88.