What should I order at Café du Centre?
Café du Centre
Prawn Risotto
Mentioned multiple times as amazing and delicious, with one review emphasizing it as 'amazinggggg' and another recommending it alongside lobster, highlighting its freshness and quality.
Lobster
Frequently recommended for its freshness and taste, lobster is noted as a highlight of the seafood offerings and is paired well with other seafood dishes like prawn risotto.
Oysters
Several reviews praise the oysters as fresh and delicious, recommending them as a great antipasti option and part of excellent seafood selection.
Royal Bream in a Salt Crust
Described as 'absolutely divine,' this dish stands out for its unique preparation and exceptional flavor.
Cafe du Centre Hamburger
Highly praised for its quality and flavor, described as a beautiful meat piece that melts in your mouth and suggested to skip lunch to finish it.
Veal Carpaccio with Olive Oil and Truffle Essence
Recommended for its amazing taste and elegant flavor profile, making it a memorable dish for diners.
Salmon Tartar
Noted for being very refreshing and surprisingly not too salty, providing a light and enjoyable starter.
Chicken Pasta
Mentioned as perfectly sized, fresh, and well-cooked, with a complementary salad, making it a satisfying and well-balanced choice.
Fish Soup
Recommended for its delicious flavor, often paired with the oyster plate to enhance the seafood dining experience.
Jambalaya and Fisherman’s Pot ala Café du Centre
These seafood dishes were highlighted for their freshness and quality, contributing to a memorable dining experience.
Lake Perch
Described as delicious and a worthwhile dining option, appreciated for its taste and preparation.
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 | 11 AM to 11 PM |
| Sunday | 11 AM to 11 PM |
About Café du Centre
Fresh seafood & classic meat dishes are the focus of this 1930s restaurant that has a terrace.
Amenities & services
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great cocktails
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Great wine list
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Late-night food
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Gender-neutral restroom
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Historic
- Trendy
- Upscale
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Brunch reservations recommended
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Children
- Good for kids
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Paid parking lot
- Paid street parking
Pets
- Dogs allowed
Frequently asked questions
What is Café du Centre known for?
It is best known for oysters, with reviewers repeatedly calling out the oyster selection and the chance to watch oysters being shucked in the window. Seafood platters, lobster, and other fresh seafood dishes are also major draws, especially for dinner on the terrace in central Geneva.
What dishes are most recommended at Café du Centre?
Reviewers most often recommend the oysters, seafood platter, Fisherman’s Stew, and lobster, along with the royal bream in salt crust and salmon tartar. Other dishes that get specific praise include prawn risotto, shrimp in tomato sauce with rice, veal carpaccio, and the Café du Centre hamburger.
What is the atmosphere or vibe like at Café du Centre?
The vibe is a classic French brasserie with a historic, cozy, and somewhat upscale feel, especially in the square in central Geneva. It works well for groups, families, and solo diners, and the terrace is a big part of the experience in good weather.
Is Café du Centre good value, and what is the price range?
The listed price range is CHF 30–90, and reviewers describe it as fair to reasonable for Switzerland, though some say it is a little overpriced. Even so, they often say the food, location, and service make it worth the cost.
When is the best time to visit Café du Centre?
If you want a calmer meal, off-peak times are better because reviewers say lunch and dinner can get very busy and bustling, especially at peak hours. One review noted that on a Friday around 7 pm there were still some outside tables available, but the restaurant was already busy inside.
Is parking available at Café du Centre?
Yes. Paid parking lot, Paid street parking is available.
Does Café du Centre have vegetarian options?
Yes, Café du Centre offers vegetarian options.
Is Café du Centre kid-friendly?
Yes, Café du Centre is good for kids.
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