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Café Lilou
Coffee
Recommended multiple times for being excellent, creative, and among the best in Bahrain; reviewers especially praised the specialty coffee selection and the flat white.
Desserts
Frequently praised as outstanding, rich, indulgent, and 'to die for,' with the Najma dessert singled out for being chocolate-filled and especially memorable.
Breakfast
A recurring favorite, described as delicious, well-presented, fresh, and ideal for a cozy weekend or family meal.
Hamour Saffron Rice
Specifically recommended as part of a 'real French twist to a regular menu,' suggesting a standout and memorable main dish.
Jardin Lilou Sandwich
Recommended alongside the hamour saffron rice as a dish worth trying, with reviewers explicitly saying they recommend it.
Truffle Pasta
Called out as part of a perfect meal and grouped with other highly praised dishes, suggesting it was especially enjoyable.
Creamy Potato Dish With Spinach
Mentioned as one of the dishes that made the meal 'perfect,' indicating it was well-liked and memorable.
Le Legier
Specifically mentioned as a yummy breakfast dish, making it one of the clearly recommended items.
Zadig
Also specifically described as a yummy breakfast dish and recommended by name.
Location details
Block 428 Al Aali Mall 2210 Road No 2827 Seef District, Seef, BH
Open in Google MapsHours
| Monday | 8 AM to 12 AM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 8 AM to 1 AM |
| Wednesday | 8 AM to 1 AM |
| Thursday | 8 AM to 1 AM |
| Friday | 8 AM to 1 AM |
| Saturday | 8 AM to 1 AM |
| Sunday | 8 AM to 12 AM |
About Café Lilou
Café Lilou is a French restaurant and breakfast restaurant in Seef, Bahrain. It serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner, with coffee, desserts, and a range of vegetarian and vegan options. Reviewers consistently praise the food quality, especially breakfast dishes, french toast, desserts, and coffee. They also mention the cozy, stylish atmosphere and attentive service, along with outdoor seating and a generally busy, popular setting.
Amenities & services
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- No-contact delivery
- Delivery
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great cocktails
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Coffee
- Healthy options
- Late-night food
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Romantic
- Trendy
- Upscale
Crowd
- College students
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Brunch reservations recommended
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
- Usually a wait
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Frequently asked questions
What is Café Lilou known for?
Café Lilou is best known for its French toast, desserts, and coffee, especially the flat white and French coffee. Reviewers also call out the Parisian-style setting and say the food is consistently high quality, even when the restaurant is busy.
What dishes are most recommended at Café Lilou?
Reviewers most often recommend the French toast, Le Legier, Zadig, Plein soleil, Gala omelette, truffle pasta, steak, and the Najma dessert. The desserts get especially strong praise, and the coffee is repeatedly described as excellent.
What is the atmosphere like at Café Lilou?
The atmosphere is described as cozy, stylish, romantic, and upscale, with an elegant Parisian feel and classic decor. It suits breakfast outings, group gatherings, and quieter meals, and one review mentioned a private upstairs room for a group of 20.
Is Café Lilou good value, and what is the price range?
Café Lilou is priced at BHD 5 to 30, and reviewers often describe it as pricey but worth it for the quality of the food, desserts, and coffee. One review noted a meal for two at 18 BHD, which fits the mid-range feel for a sit-down French restaurant in Seef.
When is the best time to visit Café Lilou?
Breakfast is a strong time to go, since multiple reviewers highlight the morning menu and fresh, well-presented dishes. Reservations are recommended for brunch, lunch, and dinner, because the restaurant is often crowded and some guests report waits of up to an hour.
Is parking available at Café Lilou?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Does Café Lilou have vegetarian options?
Yes, Café Lilou offers vegan options.
Is Café Lilou kid-friendly?
Yes, Café Lilou is good for kids.
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