I was surprised how poor the food was. The starters were OK although salty, but the quality of the mains was the worst I have ever had - we immediately smelled the fish was unfresh as soon as it came to the table. Waste of money and will never return. Avoid at all costs.

Really enjoyed cafe des amis. Fantastic location, beautiful decor. Very girlie and very pleasant place to sit with friends and eat lovely food for a few hours!

I came here on Saturday after researching various restaurants online to take my husband somewhere romantic for his birthday. As you aproach the entrance it looks very quaint and pretty, down a cobbled street. Inside was not what I expected, it was quite small and we were unfortunately seated right next to the kitchen so there were a constant stream of staff going backwards and forwards and you could hear non-stop clashing and banging of saucepans! I have to say the food was good -not fantastic but good. I have to say it is not somewhere I will go again, and I wished I had of picked somewhere different to go. They also add a 12.5% service charge to your bill. I would not recommend this restaurant for a special Saturday night dinner. Probably an OK pre-theatre restaurant, or for lunch.

We had a very pleasant pre-theatre dinner at Cafe des Amis yesterday evening. We had a drink in the downstairs bar before dinner followed by the £16.50 fixed price menu. With a bottle of wine, extra vegetables and coffees the bill was just under £70.00 including service. The food was hot and delicious. I had the chicken kiev followed by duck, then a very tasty cheese and chutney. If you are feeling hungry, I suggest you order extra vegetables.


The service was attentive, well paced and discreet. There was a lively atmosphere and the bar was very busy when we left at around 7.10pm. I would go here again. Cafe des Amis is an ideal place pre-theatre or to meet friends after work.

Bar des Amis has friendly service, great atmosphere and makes for a fantastic pre or post theatre / dinner venue. Check out the cheese menu if you find yourself at Bar des Amis - to die for!