Cafe Fontane in Lübbenau/Spreewald

Impeccable. Highly recommended.

Delicious food and very friendly service. The interior ambiance is very cozy and rustic. The price/performance ratio is definitely good.

Excellent and large, meticulously prepared portions. Highly recommended. The meat is wonderfully prepared, as is the salmon dish and the side dishes were simply wonderful, the hanging potatoes and vegetables in curry sauce were wonderful. Go!!! You won't regret it. I would go back again and again, if it were close. Overall, the warmest recommendation I can give.

A cute corner with a pleasant atmosphere, courteous service (they only speak German) and the food is great!

Best restaurant! Quaint and very good food and drinks. No long wait for the food. Most praiseworthy is the staff, super friendly and immediately personable. A huge thank you!!! *****

First-class service and delicious food. The penne with beef fillet and Gorgonzola sauce or with shrimp was fantastic. Plus, there were beers you don't find everywhere. A special point for the waiter, who did a fantastic job and even recommended one of the best fruit brandies I've ever had.

Cool place, fast and tasty, nice and helpful staff. I recommend it.

Super friendly service and very delicious food!

Delicious food. Very nice waitress. The restaurant interior is very atmospheric. I recommend it.

Nice outdoor area, perfect for balmy summer evenings—we were here on a Thursday in August, when it was still a tropical 30 degrees Celsius in the evening. But beware: mosquito alert deluxe! If you don't bring your own blood repellent, you'll quickly become an all-you-can-eat buffet... for the mosquitoes. The service was warm and attentive. The food? Solid, home-style cooking—no culinary highlights, but nothing to complain about either.

Delicious food in a quiet and charming atmosphere.

A real insider tip for lovers of regional cuisine! The jacket potatoes with quark are simple but perfectly prepared. Particularly noteworthy is the friendly service, which immediately makes you feel welcome. Even in the rain, thanks to the cozy, covered seating in the courtyard, it remains a wonderful place to enjoy and linger. Highly recommended!

A beautiful ambiance and absolutely delicious food 😋 The service and advice on drinks with and afterward were very friendly, and I met a very nice waiter from my hometown... Dresden. Greetings from Dresden

The waitress was very friendly and nice. However, the prices are far too high for the portion sizes and the rural location. You pay more for one dish than you would in Berlin or Munich. The portions are also too stingy; for example, our baked potatoes only came with two! Spreewald pickles.

The food was delicious and arrived quickly. The service was really great, and the staff was very child-friendly! We can recommend it without reservation.

We decided to stop by for dinner on a whim. We received a very friendly welcome and service. They have everything a gourmet's heart could desire, from homemade baked goods to grass-fed beef. It's not exactly cheap, but it's definitely delicious. We were very satisfied and would return.

Great service, including expert food recommendations... The food itself was a delight - even when you combine fried potatoes with Gorgonzola sauce 🤭👌👍 The kitchen is even open until 9 p.m. on weekdays...which has unfortunately become a rarity in these latitudes. As holiday guests, we will definitely be back next time. Thank you for the delicious experience and the excellent service.

The waitress was very nice when greeting us and taking our order. Unfortunately, the chairs outside were uncomfortable, hard, and the floor was uneven... The drinks and food arrived quickly. The food was okay and exactly as described on the menu. But I expected more, or rather, something different in terms of taste. That doesn't mean it was bad, but it wasn't to my taste. The yeast pancakes were good, but according to the children's menu, they came with ice cream, but according to the waitress, they didn't. 🤷🏼‍♂️. The dessert menu also described them as not serving ice cream. But that's contradictory... All in all, okay, but I've had better in the Spreewald (Lübbenau).

Very tasty schnitzel (the fries maybe too salty), very tasty homemade cakes, and the staff is exceptionally friendly too. We loved it!

My family and I visited this café for coffee. The location is very nice! It looks particularly beautiful in the afternoon. The servers were always helpful and friendly, providing you with everything you need. It's clean, and you can sit inside or outside. The coffee was okay, but the bruschetta was delicious! It was nicely seasoned, so you could taste everything in your mouth. They also offered additional spices and oils.

Friendly staff, and the ambiance is very nice, but the food prices are quite steep. A plate of pasta costs €20, and I think brawn with fried potatoes costs €20, which is a lot.

Wonderful food, great atmosphere, very friendly staff.

While looking for a suitable place to refuel, we stopped at Café Fontane. We received a friendly welcome, and a freshly set table was quickly set. On a Friday, getting a table without a reservation seemed almost impossible. After a quick orientation at the table, the menu was presented, and we were presented with a fairly clear selection of dishes. Drinks and food were readily ordered in one sitting: penne for the lady and chicken for the gentleman. Everything was delicious, with the penne with Gorgonzola sauce being second to none. The extremely friendly staff regularly, but not intrusively, asked how we were. This is the kind of dining experience you enjoy. Would you recommend it? Absolutely!!!

A small oasis in the middle of town with excellent cakes on offer.

A very nice cafe and restaurant. The food was always excellent and the staff very friendly. The outdoor area is very cozy and inviting. Many thanks to Manuela for the excellent service.

I can't recommend Café Fontane. I had a vegetable gratin on Whitsun Sunday, which left me with stomach cramps the following night. Two days later, I'm still struggling with stomach pain... The cream of asparagus soup that started it was way too salty. The value for money here is completely out of the question, as the prices are so inflated. I can't recommend this restaurant at all!

We had dinner there. The food was very good. The staff was very friendly. I highly recommend it. It's a good idea to make a reservation.

Unfortunately, it was an unpleasant visit. Children were obviously not welcome, and there was no sign of any consideration or friendliness. If you don't want to ruin your day, you'd better eat somewhere else.

Mediocre food for a very high price - using premades (like store bought sauce hollandaise or powdered soup), not balanced, and either over or under-salted. They also made a mistake with the order and brought the most expensive dish, then didn’t change the price.

A truly lovely ambiance, but unfortunately, the service was completely unsatisfactory (the staff was unfortunately overwhelmed by the number of guests), and it took a very long time. They should have taken fewer tables and properly informed the guests. Unfortunately, objective criticism was met with a very angry, unfriendly, and loud response. Once and never again. A shame.

The food was delicious, nothing to complain about. Unfortunately, the staff was very unfriendly. Completely overwhelmed. They were unfriendly to new guests who arrived and asked for a table. The wait times were very long.

Great food, fast friendly service

We went there for dinner today. It's a great place with great food and friendly staff. The prices are completely reasonable. We'll be happy to come back 👍👍

Unfriendly staff and no respect for the guests. The waitress seated two strange men at our table without asking – they were smoking and talking loudly. We left without trying the food.

We visited Café Fontane for both coffee and dinner. The staff was very friendly and accommodating. The cake, coffee, and food were all delicious – an all-around wonderful stay. You're doing a great job!

Great café with a terrace and very friendly service!

Very friendly service, even after a long Sunday service. Delicious food in a nice atmosphere.

Food dry. Price-performance ratio is a bit wrong as a result. Fried potatoes made from overcooked potatoes, therefore soft, without bacon, seasoned with dried herbs...terrible. Portion of asparagus (3 sticks), a piece of salmon 2 fingers wide, salad side dish not marinated... A tragedy. Great... you can choose your own side dishes for the main dishes. Now it's coming!!! A change of inserts will be charged at €2.50. 🤣😅 Crazy.... The food is not worth the money. Staff very flimsy. How much alcohol do you have to drink to give this 5 stars? You don't have to have it a second time. Ambience great.

Cafe Fontane is one of the most beautiful cafes in Lübbenau. Worth a visit just because of the name, as Theodor Fontane has a similar meaning for Brandenburg as Theodor Storm has for Schleswig-Holstein. In the interior there is also a quote from "Leave it to time" by Fontane: "If something seems outrageous to you, If you are deeply outraged, don't break trees, don't try to argue, Don't touch it, leave it to time [...] Anger is a drain and a life-poisoner, time is a balm and a peacemaker." So anyone who is annoyed about one of the dishes should just think of old Theodore.

We were there on Easter Monday for coffee and cake. The cappuccino was good and the apple pie was very tasty. The service was very friendly

Simply beautiful, friendly, great food. Recommended!

The cakes and tarts there are delicious! It would be even “greater” if the coffee came from a portafilter machine.

Very tasty food and very friendly service.

The grill plate is absolutely recommended! So far we've only ever sat outside - in the middle of summer, mosquito spray is also recommended, otherwise you'll quickly end up with delicious food for the little pecks. The wine selection is also impressive: e.g. Sidhuri Montepulciano D'abruzzo. Excellent! PS: Tip - it's best to make a reservation!

Surprisingly good food in a nice atmosphere, highly recommended

Horrible food . Bland flavours , very slow service. Surprised to see them have such a great review. Google needs to fact check this. We are a family and friend of 6 and each of us disagree with food quality and taste.

Drank coffee and ate cake very tasty Very attentive staff We felt very comfortable

I cannot recommend this restaurant. The food was okay, but not something that would make me go there again. But what wasn't right at all was the service. Rude, snippy tone and thought she had to reprimand guests. Absolutely not a welcoming atmosphere. But luckily Lübbenau has other nice restaurants to offer.

Service great..., that's the only reason you should stop in, unfortunately the food isn't good.

A great restaurant. Everything just fit. The service was great, as was the food.

A cozy atmosphere, friendly service and the food was very tasty and good portions

Very fine and well-located café where you can get more than just coffee and cake. The menu is good and cheap, manageable and with regional dishes. The food is wonderful and you can only say good things about the staff. The market square is not far away and it is only a few minutes to the harbor. Of course, the café also serves ice cream, so a complete range is offered here. We really like it here and you can sit comfortably here, even outside when the weather is nice. Highly recommend the café.

A great restaurant, great service, very tasty food. The price-performance ratio is very good. I'm already looking forward to the next visit.

Very friendly and warm staff! We were there spontaneously with five people and two dogs. The two dogs immediately got water and each a treat. Good food and cozy atmosphere. We felt very comfortable and would love to come back!

What more could you want? It just fits... Thank you very much 🙂

THE top addresses in L’au…please keep us confidential. The staff, chef and ambience are uniquely distinctive.

Lovingly furnished rooms, very good food and friendly service.

It's my first time in the Spreewald. Landed spontaneously at Cafe Fontane, twice. No words, if it works I'll definitely come back!!!

Very friendly staff and the best baked potato, both in terms of taste and presentation, that I have ever eaten. The other dishes were also very good.

Top! Delicious, great service 😀

Friendly service, delicious food. Price performance ok. A relaxed evening

Even without a reservation we weren't sent away. A small table was prepared and we felt really comfortable. Tasty food and fresh ingredients, good drinks menu and the price-performance ratio is right. We really liked the friendliness, attention and the effort to find a place for us. Thank you for the evening.

Nice restaurant with an outdoor area... the staff was very friendly and the food was really tasty 👍

Very nice, fast service despite the restaurant being full, a wide selection of food and cakes. A delicious meal and a cozy place to stop off, what more could you want? We were completely satisfied today and would love to come back!

Very good dinner, friendly staff Recommended

Inconspicuous from the outside, but at second glance a very cozy, small and inviting outdoor area. The service was super nice, you can tell that the staff put their hearts into it. We had a delicious meal and would definitely come back.

I have to add something to the star rating. Thanks for the great coffee time with you. That's what I hope for in a coffee... we had family gatherings and all of them were thrilled. Can only be recommended. Fast, friendly service, delicious food and such fresh, beautiful flowers on the table. Hats off, because only very few people can do what the boss has under control. A thank you to you and your team and lots of strength and health for further perseverance during this time.👍🌻🍀🥂

Whatever your heart desires Ate and drank comfortably in the pretty beer garden. The service ladies are great. Price-performance fits. We would be happy to visit the Fontane again during our Silki and Rüdi holiday week AND ONE YEAR LATER...still highly recommended. Very attentive service. Great food and always happy. All the best for this great team.

It was a great idea to eat here. The food, the service…excellent!!! An insider tip!

..it's best to reserve in advance...otherwise you could be unlucky...we weren't unlucky...everything was great and the food was very tasty 😋

Food as promised. Delicious. Fried potatoes great Priced like everywhere else. The staff seemed listless to me, except for the older woman.

Very tasty cake, good coffee, fair prices for it. You should take a closer look at the water: bottle of mineral water 8.50.

Nice service and very nice ambience. It's a great place to stay.

Very nice employees. The food was great and very tasty. I would like to give more than 5 stars.

We had a delicious meal in the cozy beer garden. The hosts are super friendly and competent, the food is freshly prepared and very tasty.

Very nice. The music evenings are a special highlight

Very tasty food and very friendly and attentive service - also towards our children. We would like to come again.

Carelessly prepared small salad for 18 euros with 3 small shrimps. Dressing was good. My husband's pork was very dry. Fried potatoes tasted very good. Service was very friendly and careful

The cake and coffee were tasty. The service was OK too. I never give full stars, otherwise you won't improve 😀

If you want something to eat or drink in peace, this is the right place. Staff, food, drinks, ambience... everything is great.

Had a pasta dish, tasted good, but the pasta was a bit too soft

Very good restaurant, nice friendly staff, tasty food. Everything fine. 👍👍👍

Rudest waiters ever, especially the old woman. She is nice to the Germans, but condescending and rude to us. Don't recommend this place at all. Absolute garbage service.

Scale: 5 stars, 1 is Low, and 5 is High Ambiance: Both inside and both sitting is nice. Service: 5 stars Food: simple awesome, fresh, and super lecker Staff: very good and supportive, they were able to customise based on our needs. English support: yes Toilets available: yes Cleanliness: yes Wheelchair assistance: outside sitting might be good Special: Juicy chicken and pancake Tip: Just visit :)

Cozy restaurant with delicious food and reasonable prices. Service great - attentive and friendly. I've never had as good asparagus in a restaurant like I did here. Very well seasoned and not overcooked - unfortunately not many people can manage that. The salmon was also on point. Clear recommendation 👍

Super nice service with the heart in the right place! Super delicious cake Child friendly Thank you

Just under 4 stars for good food, but otherwise everyone was a bit confused there. Or, as is the case everywhere, there are too few staff, and sometimes things go wrong. But nice and good cuisine.

Very tasty food, fast and super nice service! Price-performance is great! The day in the Spreewald couldn't have ended better! Thank you! See you soon!

Incredibly delicious food, every dish on point. Nice service and great ambience. Price is absolutely reasonable. Absolute tip

Very nice service! Eating for four, everything came at the same time, food tasted great, well seasoned, a culinary fireworks display!

Super nice staff, delicious food, gladly again!

We spent a long weekend in the Spreewald and met up with friends at Cafe Fontane for dinner. The reception was very friendly and pleasant, the guest room was cozy and furnished to match the name. We had reserved, but could still choose between 2 tables. The service was attentive but not intrusive, orders were taken quickly, drinks and food were served in a pleasant time. The selection of drinks is sufficient and of good quality, the menu is pleasantly clear and is well complemented by seasonal menus. The food was simply delicious 😋!!! In our opinion, the prices are definitely appropriate for the service and quality served! We can only recommend the restaurant and would be happy to come back!

Super delicious food😊 We are very happy with you, the service is awesome. Thanks

The price is a little more expensive than neighboring establishments. The portion was large, the waiter was very friendly.

Delicious salads and schnitzels; great homemade cake and friendly service :) we'll be back ☺️

Very tasty, fair prices, good customer service, homemade cake. Very good. 👍

We wanted to warm up with some hot cocoa since it was quite cold in March. Unfortunately there are only a few tables available inside and it was too cold for us outside. However, the waitress saw that customers were paying and offered us to wait a moment. We then got a table and had the cocoa served to us. In the colder season, I would recommend a reservation due to the few tables. All tables were reserved and without a reservation you couldn't get a table. In summer there is also a terrace with additional tables.

The employees there are quite friendly and polite. The food is very, very tasty and recommended. It's cozy there too.

We like being at Café Fontane. We feel very comfortable there. Ambience, service and food are good.

Greeted with a smile 😃, delicious food and drinks and goodbye with a smile. See you at 100%.