After school drop-off: where Jounieh parents grab coffee
After school drop-off in Jounieh, parents can sit at Luciole in Jounieh Souks from 8:00 am, Tuesday to Sunday, for a coffee and breakfast that usually costs under $15 (prices excl. VAT). It is a quiet café with Wi-Fi and power outlets, good for catching up with other parents or working an hour before the office.
Where can parents grab a coffee after school drop-off in Jounieh?
Luciole opens at 8:00 am from Tuesday to Sunday on the first floor of the Chiha Building in Jounieh Souks. Once the kids are through the school gate, it is an easy place to sit down, order a proper coffee and a light breakfast, and have the first quiet half hour of the day. Moms and dads are both welcome, and so is anyone without kids: the café is a separate, quiet coffee shop with a view over the souks and the roundabout.
What can I order for a quick parent breakfast?
Every price on the café menu is in USD and excludes VAT. Most morning orders stay well under $15:
| If you have | Order | Total (excl. VAT) |
|---|---|---|
| 15 minutes | Cortado + Mini Thyme Croissant | $5.75 |
| 30 minutes | Cappuccino + Almond Croissant | $7.00 |
| 45 minutes with a friend | 2 Lattes + Croissant Basket to share | $13.00 |
| A real breakfast | Americano + Bulgari Egg Croissant | $13.50 |
| Something lighter | Herbal tea + A La Greeko bowl | $14.50 |
For more full plates in the same budget, read our guide to breakfast in Jounieh under $15.
Is it a good place to catch up with other parents?
Yes, and it is one of the nicest uses of a weekday morning. The school run already puts you next to the same parents every day. Instead of a rushed chat by the car, you can sit at a table, share a croissant basket and actually finish a conversation. If a few of you want to meet regularly, a group table can be booked on WhatsApp so you are not hunting for chairs. There is no alcohol and no shisha, so the morning stays calm and simple.
Can I work for an hour before heading to the office?
That is exactly what many parents do. After drop-off, there is often a gap before the office makes sense: too short to go home, too long to wait in the car. Luciole has Wi-Fi and power outlets, and you can stay as long as you need. Answer emails, prepare a meeting, or plan your week with a flat white next to your laptop. Our article on a remote work morning routine in Jounieh has more ideas for structuring that first hour.
What is a simple after drop-off routine?
- 8:00 am onward: kids at school, you at a table with a view.
- Order first: coffee and something small, so you are not waiting later.
- Decide the hour: catch up with a friend, work, or simply sit.
- Running late? Takeaway is available, and delivery too.
What about after school?
The kids' atelier is a separate space, and it is not open on weekday mornings, which is why the morning belongs to the café. In the afternoon, from Tuesday to Friday starting at 3:00 pm, the atelier next door hosts after-school activities, and on weekends it opens from 10:00 am. See what the kids can do on our indoor kids activities page. So the same place can cover your coffee in the morning and their afternoon later in the week.
How do I get there?
Luciole is in the Chiha Building in Jounieh Souks, with nearby parking and a valet option, which helps when you are juggling bags and a laptop.
Good to know
- Address: Luciole, Chiha Building, 1st floor, Jounieh Souks, Keserwan, Lebanon. Nearby parking with valet. Directions.
- Café hours: Tuesday to Sunday, 8:00 am to 10:00 pm. Closed Mondays.
- Prices: in USD, excl. VAT. A breakfast and a drink usually come in under $15. Salad bar $15, every day.
- Wi-Fi and power outlets: yes, stay as long as you need.
- WhatsApp: +961 81 540 282 for group tables, takeaway and delivery.
