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Café des Amis

4.3 (1352 reviews)
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Croissant sandwich with eggs, bacon, and arugula

Mentioned multiple times as delicious and filling, with perfectly cooked eggs and bacon, making it a standout breakfast option.

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Breakfast for 2 persons on the etagère

Highly recommended for its multi-layered platter with a variety of small delicacies like müesli, cheese, fruits, pies, crepes, croissants, hummus, eggs, mushrooms, and breads, praised for variety and quality.

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Pumpkin-orange-chocolate muffin

Specifically recommended as a favorite item due to the brilliant flavor combination of pumpkin, chocolate, and orange; described as simply delicious and rated 10/10.

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Oeuf en Cocotte & Persische Eier

Noted for deliciousness and freshness, part of a praised brunch with other dishes like pain au chocolat and rosemary potatoes.

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Beef Tartar

Described as beautifully presented and full of flavor, showing care and quality ingredients.

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Pain au chocolat

Mentioned multiple times as tasty, a good pastry option to accompany coffee or breakfast.

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Latte macchiato and other coffee drinks (cappuccino, cold matcha latte)

Frequently praised for being delicious and well-prepared, enhancing the overall café experience.

Location details

Nordstrasse 88, Zürich, 8037, CH

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Hours

Monday 8 AM to 11 PM
Tuesday 8 AM to 11 PM
Wednesday 8 AM to 11 PM
Thursday 8 AM to 12 AM
Friday 8 AM to 12 AM
Saturday 9 AM to 12 AM
Sunday 9 AM to 6 PM

About Café des Amis

Informal international cafe featuring breakfast, lunch, dinner & snacks, plus a terrace.

Amenities & services

Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • Onsite services
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in

Highlights

  • Great coffee
  • Great dessert
  • Great tea selection

Popular for

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining
  • Good for working on laptop

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible seating

Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Coffee
  • Hard liquor
  • Healthy options
  • Late-night food
  • Organic dishes
  • Quick bite
  • Small plates
  • Vegan options
  • Vegetarian options
  • Wine

Dining options

  • Breakfast
  • Brunch
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Table service

Amenities

  • Bar onsite
  • Restroom
  • Wi-Fi
  • Free Wi-Fi

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cozy
  • Romantic
  • Trendy

Crowd

  • College students
  • 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
  • High chairs

Parking

  • Free street parking
  • Paid street parking

Pets

  • Dogs allowed

Frequently asked questions

What is Café des Amis known for?

It is especially known for croissants and brunch plates, including the croissant sandwich, croissant with eggs, bacon, and arugula, and the breakfast for 2 on the etagère with müesli, cheese, fruit, and pastries. Reviewers also repeatedly mention the terrace and the fresh, filling breakfast food.

What dishes are most recommended at Café des Amis?

The most often recommended items are the croissant sandwich, pain au chocolat, müesli, and the breakfast for 2 on the etagère. Reviewers also highlight Oeuf en Cocotte, Persische Eier, rosemary potatoes, hummus with bread, and the pumpkin-orange-chocolate muffin as standout choices.

What is the atmosphere like at Café des Amis?

The atmosphere is described as cozy, casual, romantic, and trendy, with a garden-like terrace and outdoor seating that feels especially pleasant on sunny days. It suits friends, groups, solo diners, and people working on a laptop, and several reviews mention friendly, attentive service.

Is Café des Amis good value, and what is the price range?

The price range is CHF 20–40, and reviewers describe the food as fair priced for the quality. Several comments say the portions are filling and the dishes and drinks feel worth it, especially for brunch and lunch.

Do you need a reservation at Café des Amis?

Reservations are recommended for brunch, lunch, and dinner because the place fills up quickly, especially on busy weekends. Reviewers mention long waits for orders during peak times, so booking ahead is the safer choice if you want a table on the terrace or inside.

Is parking available at Café des Amis?

Yes. Free street parking, Paid street parking is available.

Does Café des Amis have vegetarian options?

Yes, Café des Amis offers vegan options.

Is Café des Amis kid-friendly?

Yes, Café des Amis is good for kids.

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