Across reviews for Cafeden, the vibe is modern and warm with a striking bar, and the service is repeatedly praised as friendly, attentive, and efficient; guests enjoy a diverse Peruvian-Vietnamese menu with creative, well-presented dishes like ceviche, papaya salad, lomo saltado, bao, egg rolls, and calamari, along with inventive cocktails that are often highlighted as the stars of the night; the terrace and the lively atmosphere make it a popular spot for a night out with friends, and many say they would return; however a few notes of caution appear about longer waits when the dining room was slow or empty, and some feedback mentions changes in ownership or kitchen quality leading to inconsistent experiences; overall Cafeden is regarded as a standout option with strong drinks, flavorful food, and a welcoming vibe.
Took my partner on a date, we're new to the city & saw some good reviews & good food in them. We were greeted at the door & from the get go, treated very very well. Water was never low, drinks were quick to the table, food was amazing & the atmosphere was perfect. Both of us really enjoyed the whole experience, we couldn't fault a single thing, even the toilets were spotless. All staff were super friendly & polite, no exceptions. Happily go again, we've added it to our list of favourites. Great first impression!
Change of ownership. Food is not what it used to be. Neither is service. Waited over 50 minutes to get 8 bills & never saw the bills… we all feel we may not have paid for what we ordered exactly…
Portion généreuse de ceviche qui goûtait très bon. Salade de papaye était bien. Le tofu soyeux était ok. Décoration intéressante malgré les écrans de télé qui diffusait du sport; pas exactement dans la thématique.
Mar 27, 2025
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I went to the restaurant last Saturday. The food was good & the cocktails were spectacular, but the restaurant manager was arrogant & respectful of her employees. The waitress was serving us & the interlocutor was explaining something to us about the chicken wings & she was only on her phone.
C'est un excellent restaurant. C'était la première fois qu'on y allaient. Je vais y retourner car vraiment délicieux. Pour l'ambiance c'est correct, car il n'y avait pas beaucoup de personnes 😉
Feb 10, 2025
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First time we are hungry after eating a pho 😕
Not only was it not particularly good (bordering on having a bad taste) , there was almost no noodle & as often not that much beef, just lots of soy beans.
For 19$ pre tax the pho & given it is a very casual type of dining experience, I cannot recommend. There are much better options at this price point. Service was ok.
Will not return.
Just tried this place for the first time! As a group of three, we ordered three starters & three main meals. All of the food was delicious, but the portions were definitely on the smaller side. Our plates also came at very different times, one of us being served their starter & main meal at least 25 minutes before another one of us got any food. The servers were very attentive & apologetic about this, even providing a free drink. I would say try if you're around, but don't seek it out. :)
Great cozy neighborhood bistro with a nice laid back atmosphere. Fantastic menu at the cross of Vietnamese & Peruvian cuisine. Classic dishes executed perfectly. Tip of the hat to Ariana for the great suggestions. Great place to warm up in the winter or relax in the summer.
"Une expérience culinaire exceptionnelle ! Les plats étaient savoureux, parfaitement présentés & réalisés avec des produits de qualité. Le service était chaleureux & attentionné, créant une ambiance conviviale & élégante à la fois. Je recommande vivement ce restaurant pour un moment gourmand & raffiné."
Tout était parfait. Seul petit bémol, la musique un peu trop forte nous a obligés à rester en terrasse où l'on était très bien. On y retourne, c'est sûr.
