Wunder

Honestly, I’ve never—anywhere—experienced a boss this unfriendly. We went to this café today for a birthday. For starters, everything is really small—there are lots of people crammed into a very tight space—so I didn’t even bring my kids with me. Parking there on a Sunday is basically hopeless. But okay—we knew that, because we’d been there a few years ago. The prices are extremely high. Pancakes are served dry, and even a splash of maple syrup is supposed to cost almost €4!!! We had a hot cocoa with coconut and mint in a tiny glass for €5 and a matcha that was honestly not worth the money either. Now for the part that really leaves me speechless: I recently had stomach surgery, so I can’t really eat large amounts right now. I asked if I could get the kids’ menu (a bread roll with Nutella—for €6.50). The server said she’d have to ask the manager. Fine, so far. Then the “nice lady” came over and explained that it’s basically meant only for children, but she’d allow it today—loudly, so everyone could look. Instead of leaving it at that, she started ranting (again, loudly): things like this wouldn’t work because if everyone did it they’d be bankrupt soon; she has to pay the people, so it’s not worth baking just one roll. And then, in the most cheeky way: “I’d be taking up someone else’s place?” Like what place? “I mean, we were three. My companions ordered normally.” Then she went on about how people would look at us like we’re stupid if we didn’t “understand.” We hadn’t said anything at all. But after she repeated herself five times about why it “doesn’t work,” I guess the only thing I could do was stare “like an idiot”—because I truly thought I was in the wrong movie. I don’t know any other restaurant/café where they require a minimum spend, do they? So I said, then I’ll just eat nothing and only have something to drink—because I can’t eat more anyway because of my stomach. And now comes the absolute icing on the cake: She says it to everyone, dead serious, in this sarcastic tone that was just beyond unacceptable: “Nutella rolls are of course great with stomach problems. WELL. And roll your eyes.” I mean, what exactly was her problem?! Sorry, but that kind of treatment of customers is completely unacceptable. So we left without eating and went to another café, where the small portion for me wasn’t an issue at all—and where we were treated with appreciation and kindness. Bottom line: I’m going to advise my friends and acquaintances not to go to this café!

Nice, calm café with a pleasant atmosphere and very friendly staff. You generally feel comfortable there. Unfortunately, the food didn’t live up to expectations in terms of both price and flavor. We ordered a breakfast bagel (not vegan), and it was pretty plain and carelessly arranged. The taste also came across as rather bland. The presentation of the other dishes felt similarly lacking in attention to detail. For just under €14.90 per bagel, we don’t think the price is justified. The drinks are fine in terms of quality, but they’re priced quite high. A bio tea for €3.60 per cup is still okay, but the teapot for €8.90 seems clearly overpriced. Bottom line: Nice ambience and good service, but the value for money isn’t there for either the food or the drinks. Overall, it’s too expensive for what you get.