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Conditorei-Café Schafheutle
Cakes
Most frequently praised item overall; multiple reviews call the cakes outstanding, amazing, very good, light, and tasty, with many noting the wide selection and that they are made in-house.
Coffee
Repeatedly recommended as a strong choice for a break, with reviews describing it as good, excellent, and a great pairing with the café’s desserts and breakfast items.
Breakfast Tower
Recommended for its excellent value and generous portion size, with one review saying it was more than enough food for two people and enjoyable throughout.
Macarons
Praised as some of the most delicious ever, with one reviewer saying they preferred them even over Ladurée, which is high praise.
Lemon Pound Cake
Called the house specialty and described as delicious and lovely, making it a standout dessert mentioned positively by a reviewer.
Big Breakfast
Recommended for a hearty breakfast in the garden, with reviewers highlighting the beautiful setting and satisfying spread of bread, eggs, cheese, and orange juice.
Kaesespaetzle
Mentioned as amazing in one review, with the reviewer pairing it with cold chocolate and praising both the food and the overall experience.
Cheesecake
Specifically singled out as exceptional for being light, not too sweet, and very flavorful compared with the reviewer’s usual cheesecake experience.
Omelettes
Recommended as part of a perfect first-morning breakfast, with the reviewer also praising the excellent coffee and beautiful dining room.
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 9:30 AM to 6 PM |
| Wednesday | 9:30 AM to 6 PM |
| Thursday | 9:30 AM to 6 PM |
| Friday | 9:30 AM to 6 PM |
| Saturday | 9:30 AM to 6 PM |
| Sunday | 9:30 AM to 6 PM |
About Conditorei-Café Schafheutle
Conditorei-Café Schafheutle is a cafe, patisserie, and sundae restaurant in Heidelberg, Germany, located on Hauptstrasse in the old town. Reviewers consistently praise the tortes, cakes, chocolates, macarons, coffee, and tea, along with the historic setting and the sunroom, garden, and terrace seating. It is described as a cozy, romantic place that works well for breakfast, lunch, and solo dining, with table service and reservations recommended for brunch. The price range is €10–20, and several reviewers mention that the portions and breakfast sets offer solid value.
Amenities & services
From the business
- Identifies as women-owned
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Curbside pickup
- No-contact delivery
- Delivery
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Solo dining
- Good for working on laptop
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Prepared foods
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Wine
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Restroom
- Wi-Fi
- Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Historic
- Romantic
Crowd
- Groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Tourists
- Transgender safespace
Planning
- Brunch reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
Parking
- Paid parking lot
- Usually difficult to find a space
Pets
- Dogs allowed
Frequently asked questions
What is Conditorei-Café Schafheutle known for?
It is especially known for tortes, cakes, chocolates, and macarons, with many reviewers calling the desserts outstanding or high quality. The house speciality lemon pound cake, breakfast towers, and rich coffee drinks also come up as standout choices.
What dishes are most recommended at Conditorei-Café Schafheutle?
Reviewers most often highlight the lemon pound cake, breakfast tower, big breakfast for two, cheesecake, macarons, and the tortes and cakes from the in-house bakery. The cold chocolate with ice cream on top and the omelettes also get specific praise.
Is Conditorei-Café Schafheutle good value, and what is the price range?
The listed price range is €10–20, and reviewers often call the prices reasonable or worth it for the quality. Some say it can feel a bit higher-priced, but breakfast sets like the big breakfast for two at about €10.6 per person and the breakfast tower are described as filling and good value.
When is the best time to visit Conditorei-Café Schafheutle?
Sunny weather is a good time to go if you want the terrace, back garden, or sunroom, and reviewers specifically recommend booking ahead when the weather is nice. Several note that service can be slower when the place is crowded, so off-peak visits may be more relaxed.
Is parking available at Conditorei-Café Schafheutle?
Yes. Paid parking lot, Usually difficult to find a space is available.
Is Conditorei-Café Schafheutle kid-friendly?
Yes, Conditorei-Café Schafheutle is good for kids.
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