What should I order at Café du Soleil?
Café du Soleil
Cheese Fondue
The cheese fondue is mentioned repeatedly as outstanding, delicious, and the best many reviewers have had. It is praised for its quality cheese, portion size, and authenticity, making it the signature and most recommended dish at the restaurant.
Steak
Steaks, including those in green peppercorn sauce and served with homemade butter and side salad, are noted as perfectly cooked and delicious by multiple reviewers, highlighting them as another popular and well-executed dish.
Profiteroles
Profiteroles are frequently mentioned as a standout dessert, described as very good and 'to die for', making them a highly recommended sweet treat to complement the meal.
Meringue with Double Cream
Meringue with crème double is praised for being exceptionally good and a favorite dessert choice among visitors, adding to the traditional Swiss dining experience.
Sea Bass Filet
The sea bass filet is highlighted by a reviewer as perfectly cooked, well-seasoned, and one of the best fish dishes they have had in a long time, indicating it as a notable recommendation for seafood lovers.
Hours
| Monday | 8:30 AM to 10:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 8:30 AM to 11 PM |
| Wednesday | 8:30 AM to 11:30 PM |
| Thursday | 8:30 AM to 11:30 PM |
| Friday | 8:30 AM to 11:30 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM to 11:30 PM |
| Sunday | 10 AM to 11 PM |
About Café du Soleil
A leafy terrace & timeless interior are the perfect accompaniment to Swiss food at this cafe.
Amenities & services
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great wine list
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Late-night food
- Private dining room
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Historic
- Trendy
Crowd
- College students
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Reservations required
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- Has changing table(s)
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Pets
- Dogs allowed
- Dogs allowed inside
- Dogs allowed outside
Frequently asked questions
What is Café du Soleil known for?
Café du Soleil is best known for cheese fondue, which reviewers repeatedly call rich, authentic, and among the best in Geneva. The restaurant also gets praise for Swiss classics like Valais platter, steak frites, and grilled beef with homemade butter, especially when shared with bread and a side salad.
What dishes are most recommended at Café du Soleil?
The most recommended items are the cheese fondue, gruyere fondue with fresh baguette, steak frites or steak with green peppercorn sauce, and the Valais platter of cured meats and cheese. Reviewers also mention profiteroles, creme brulee, wild boar, deer filet, and malakoff as strong picks.
What is the atmosphere like at Café du Soleil?
The atmosphere is described as casual, cozy, historic, and lively, with a leafy terrace and a timeless interior. It works well for groups, families, solo diners, and tourists, though several reviews note that lunch and dinner can get noisy and busy, especially on the terrace or second floor.
Is Café du Soleil good value, and what is the price range?
Yes, many reviewers say the portions are good for the price, and the restaurant’s listed range of CHF 20–60 matches a mid-range Swiss meal. Guests specifically mention normal prices, good value for steak and fondue, and generous shared portions that make it feel worthwhile.
Do I need a reservation at Café du Soleil, and when is it busiest?
Reservations are strongly recommended, and the venue can fill quickly at lunch and dinner, especially around 12:30 pm on weekdays and in the evening. Some reviewers were able to sit outside without one, but the most consistent advice is to book ahead if you want fondue at a busy time.
Is parking available at Café du Soleil?
Yes. Free street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Does Café du Soleil have vegetarian options?
Yes, Café du Soleil offers vegetarian options.
Is Café du Soleil kid-friendly?
Yes, Café du Soleil is good for kids.
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