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Café des amis
Menu Du Jour
Recommended multiple times for being well-served, copious, and offering good value for money, with reviews also noting the included starter option of soup or salad.
Fish Menu
Mentioned as tasting good in one review, making it a positively received choice among the specific dishes described.
Suprême De Poulet Jaune Aux Morilles
Praised for its balance of flavors and perceived quality, with one reviewer specifically highlighting it as both tasty and a lighter, more dietary-friendly option.
Hamburger Noir
Recommended because it surprised a diner in a good way, with soft, subtle aromas and a distinctive black bun that was appreciated.
Assiette Du Jour
Liked for being generously portioned and featuring delicious beef, making it a satisfying daily special.
Tartare De Boeuf À La Truffe
Highlighted as very good, with one reviewer specifically praising the 150g portion and the truffle flavor.
Fondue
Mentioned positively as good and part of an overall enjoyable dining experience.
Café Gourmand
Described as 'royal,' suggesting a particularly satisfying dessert choice.
Hours
| Monday | 9 AM to 11 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 9 AM to 11 PM |
| Wednesday | 9 AM to 11 PM |
| Thursday | 9 AM to 11 PM |
| Friday | 9 AM to 11 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM to 11 PM |
| Sunday | 9 AM to 11 PM |
About Café des amis
Café des amis is a restaurant and bar in Neuchâtel, Switzerland, near Lake Neuchâtel. It serves lunch and dinner, with outdoor terrace seating and a rooftop seating option, and reviews often mention the lake view and the terrace. Reviewers consistently praise the welcoming and attentive staff, the pleasant service, and the well-presented dishes. Commonly mentioned dishes include tartare and the plat du jour, and guests also note reasonable prices for the area.
Amenities & services
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great cocktails
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great wine list
- Rooftop seating
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Wine
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Quiet
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free street parking
- Paid parking lot
- Paid street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Pets
- Dogs allowed
Frequently asked questions
What is Café des amis known for?
It is especially known for its terrace and lake views over Lake Neuchâtel, along with dishes like the plat du jour and tartare. Reviewers also consistently praise the attentive, welcoming service and say the setting feels particularly good for a meal near the water.
What dishes are most recommended at Café des amis?
Reviewers specifically highlight the beef tartare with truffle, the fondue, the fish menu with rice, the plat du jour, and the chicken suprême with morel mushrooms. Several comments also mention that the plates are nicely presented and that the flavors are balanced.
What is the atmosphere like at Café des amis?
The atmosphere is described as casual, cozy, and quiet, with lots of terrace seating and rooftop seating. It seems to suit groups and tourists well, and it is also listed as popular for solo dining and lunch or dinner near the lake.
Is Café des amis good value, and what is the price range?
The price range is CHF 20–60, and reviewers describe the prices as reasonable compared with other restaurants close to the lake. The plat du jour is specifically mentioned as offering good value, especially when paired with the fast service and generous lakeside setting.
Do you need a reservation or is it busy at certain times?
Dinner reservations are recommended, and the restaurant accepts reservations. Reviewers mention plenty of terrace and indoor seating, but the lakeside location and popular terrace make it a place where booking ahead is the safer choice for dinner.
Is parking available at Café des amis?
Yes. Free street parking, Paid parking lot, Paid street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Is Café des amis kid-friendly?
Yes, Café des amis is good for kids.
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