Restaurant Café Seeterrassen in Olpe

Very friendly service. The food was excellent, everything was delicious, and the portions were generous.

We were there over the weekend and everything was great.

A very nice restaurant with a wonderful view of the lake. The dishes are visually appealing, but the taste is far from meeting the expectations that arise from the combination of ambiance and price. The Rhenish Sauerbraten was far too dry, and the fish had too much salt. For a fillet, there were also far too many bones, in my opinion. The service also fell short of expectations. Overall, a disappointing experience. I wouldn't repeat it, and I wouldn't recommend it either.

The restaurant is beautifully located, very large, and accordingly loud and busy. Reservations are recommended. The food was very good. The behavior of one of the employees, a German (mid-20s-30s), towards the foreign staff spoiled my enjoyment of the good food. We ate outside on the terrace. There were only a few guests left on the terrace, and the restaurant was busy inside. Several times, the man loudly and inappropriately criticized, even humiliated, the really very good and friendly staff in front of everyone. For this reason, I will no longer visit or recommend the restaurant, as it was very embarrassing to witness such behavior as a guest. It doesn't bring me joy. Even the good food is of no use. Perhaps someone recognizes this person and will tell him. How unacceptable his behavior seems. Arrogant and condescending best describes it. Unfortunately, I couldn't tell him myself because I didn't see him again. If you can overlook that, you can eat well there. The very friendly staff, mostly of foreign origin, ultimately enables the owner to provide the required level of service. That's something to think about. Appreciation seems to be a foreign concept here.

I can recommend this place 100%.

We sat there in beautiful weather. I highly recommend it. The food and drinks were excellent, and the view over the Rhine Valley is priceless. We'd gladly go again.

There were eight of us. The staff was super friendly. There was no wait, and we were warmly welcomed without a table reservation. The food was delicious. The side salad was super tasty. We're from Dortmund. If we're ever in the area again, we'd love to come back. Thank you very much. The price/performance ratio was good.

Great location. The schnitzel was simply outstanding, as was the organization for a large group! Top location, good service, and very fair prices, all while providing 100% enjoyment!

Very tasty food. It was served quickly. The staff was friendly. From the terrace, you have a beautiful view of Lake Bigge. We were very satisfied and would gladly come back.

The two of us went there for dinner. It was sooooo delicious! Just looking at the pictures makes me hungry again 🙂. Friendly service and reasonable value for money. We'll definitely be back.

The food was simply delicious and plentiful. Really 👍

Delicious food, friendly and cheerful staff and a beautiful view of the Biggesee 😍 Highly recommended destination 👍

So everything fits really well, I can only recommend it 100%

Very friendly, very clean, very tasty, very fast and fair prices ❤️

Very friendly, very clean, very tasty, very fast and fair prices ❤️

We stopped there during a bus trip. Excellent value for money. The service was fast and very friendly. I recommend it!

Very tasty food and friendly service

Very good food. Served quickly. Friendly staff.

The coffee and cakes are delicious. The outside atmosphere is great.

The food was simply fantastic; I highly recommend it. The service was also very good. I'd happily go back anytime.

A beautifully located restaurant directly on Lake Bigge in Sondern. There are a few parking spaces (maybe 8-10) right in front of the restaurant. The train station is also right there if you're arriving by train. Depending on the time of year, you can also combine your visit with a boat trip on Lake Bigge. The pier is only about 50 meters from the restaurant. The food is homely and delicious. The schnitzel seemed frozen, but I was assured that this was just due to the way it was made and that it was fresh. It wasn't particularly big, though. Personally, I prefer schnitzel as we know it and find it more appealing than a schnitzel that at least looks frozen. Perhaps they should rethink this. As we all know, it's all about the eye. Otherwise, we were satisfied. For a Saturday lunchtime, the service was super quick (almost too quick :-) ). The salad hadn't even been eaten when the main course arrived. The service staff were very friendly. The prices were reasonable.

Beautifully situated on Lake Bigge.

Everything is just right here. I'd love to come back.

Beautiful view of the lake. Delicious cake and waffles.

Great food and great service, despite the crowds

Very well organized and very friendly, professional staff. Good value for money: highly recommended.

Top-notch organization, delicious food, and reasonable prices. Thank you, we'd love to come again!

Very tasty, home-style cooking, generous portions. We'd be happy to come back. Highly recommended. (Unfortunately, it's very loud when the place is full, so it's difficult to have a conversation.)

Cakes and waffles very tasty, fast and good service.

We visited the restaurant in the evening after the cruise. Despite the busy schedule, the service was always friendly, attentive, and courteous, making us feel immediately at home. We were also impressed by the food: the schnitzel topped with Camembert was excellently prepared, crispy yet juicy, while the melted cheese gave the dish a special touch. The hake was also a delight—fresh, tender, and perfectly balanced in flavor. Overall, a thoroughly enjoyable visit, with both the quality of the food and the service completely convincing. A restaurant that we would happily recommend and will definitely visit again.

Highly recommended! We came for dinner with 12 people. The restaurant was full. The staff was very friendly and competent. The food was absolutely delicious. Thank you for the lovely evening with you.

Super delicious food, which arrived very quickly. The atmosphere is also very friendly. I highly recommend it.

Beautiful restaurant by the lake. Highly recommended.

The food was very good, but it was quite loud and crowded. We were kindly allowed to change tables. However, the hectic pace of the staff was clearly noticeable in their moods... Still, 4 stars!

Experienced racism and discrimination at the Seeterassen restaurant We wanted to have lunch at the Seeterassen restaurant on July 10, 2025, at 2:30 p.m. When we arrived, the lady at the reception was extremely rude and unpleasant and curtly informed us that the restaurant was fully booked. We accepted this and left. On the way back, however, we saw two couples arrive and, despite not having a reservation, were told by the same lady that they could wait 20 to 30 minutes. When she noticed that I had witnessed the scene, she began to stammer and suddenly offered me the same option. I immediately declined and explained the reason. As a North African guest, I have the clear impression that her behavior was discriminatory. The restaurant may deserve its 4.3-star Google rating for the food, but certainly not for the service. My response to your reply: Good afternoon, Ms. Sondermann, Thank you for your reply. Unfortunately, I get the impression that in your response, you're primarily looking for excuses rather than addressing the criticism itself. My comments referred to the friendliness of the service (to everyone, without exception), not to your reservation policy or the background of your staff, or even the number of stars on Google. It's unfortunate that you're missing the core of the criticism and instead offering justifications that have nothing to do with the behavior described. An open and self-critical attitude would certainly have contributed more to clarifying and improving the situation.

The staff here are super friendly and the food is delicious, including the best champignon cream sauce.

Disappointing Visit – Not a Recommendation When we arrived, we were assigned a table and given the menu. After we had made our decision, the manager came to the table and told us we should be ready by 6 p.m., as the table was reserved. She also said we would be the first guests to receive our food that day, so we could quickly free up the assigned table for the reservation. As a "consolation," the waitress offered us an espresso – which we declined. We wanted to enjoy our meal in peace and let the evening end relaxed, not rush into it. We finished our drinks and left the restaurant. This is neither our idea of planning nor customer satisfaction. One thing is for sure: We will not visit this restaurant again.

Truly beautiful view of Lake Bigges. In good weather, there are lovely terrace seating available.

Very friendly staff, food was delicious and plentiful. We'll be back.

The restaurant is beautifully located on the lake and beautifully decorated. The staff was extremely friendly and accommodating. The food was delicious (starter and main course). Great value for money!

Friendly service, very tasty food.

My daughter and I ate there today. We received a very friendly welcome and were shown to a table. My daughter had a Räuber Hotzenplotz plate (fries, chicken breast with mushroom sauce), and I had a rump steak with peppercorn sauce and croquettes. We started with a salad. Everything was highly recommended. For dessert, mascarpone cream with raspberry puree. Also highly recommended. The service staff were very friendly and helpful, but not pushy or profit-oriented. The value for money was also very good, very moderate. Our summary: Highly recommended, 5 out of 5 stars.

Three of us ate here. We all enjoyed the food absolutely delicious. The service was very friendly. We'd be happy to return.

Beautifully located restaurant on the Biggesee, delicious cakes and waffles 😋👍

We just ate there. I was so impressed that I won't be going back for the last time. Just make sure you reserve a table in advance.

Yes, everything's fine if the Parmesan cheese from the bag is enough. The food was good. Service was very good. Recommended for a stop after a hike.

Highly recommended, also for family celebrations

Delicious food and fast, polite service!

The quality of the food is okay, the service is pleasant, and the ambiance is very old-fashioned. The best part is the location on the lake. Wheelchair-friendly. To get to the jetty, you either have to climb steps through an underpass or take a considerable detour. There are visitor and disabled parking spaces directly at the restaurant; everyone else has to stay a little higher up in the large parking lot, which is quickly accessible on foot. You can swim in the lake (unattended) and rent pedal boats, stand-up paddleboards, or similar equipment.

We've been going to this restaurant for over 10 years. We've never been disappointed. The food is always good, the prices are reasonable, and the staff are friendly.

Really great service from when we arrived to when we left, they really care about the customer and the food and drink is excellent quality throughout! We stopped for a drink the day before, we were so impressed we booked a table for the next evening and it didn't disappoint, the lady who served us both days was lovely, all the staff were great and the menu and food was excellent 👍 highly recommended, thank you 🙂

Everything is just right here. From the friendly and always welcoming staff to the delicious food. The portions are generously sized and appetizingly presented. The value for money is also good in this case. I'm happy to give it 5 stars 👍🤗

Very nice view of Lake Bigge, good food.

Delicious coffee and cake. Very good service. Overall, good, but also pretty unrivaled.

A beautiful restaurant on Lake Bigge

We had a delicious meal here today. The staff was super accommodating and friendly, the portions were huge and incredibly well-seasoned. We left the restaurant full and very satisfied. We'd be happy to go again.

Sat and ate wonderfully on the beautiful terrace. Beautiful view, and very friendly staff.

We felt very comfortable! The food was delicious and reasonably priced!

Very friendly and accommodating, and the food is also delicious and highly recommended. ✌️

Highly recommended, great food, great location with super friendly service.

I think the food is absolutely amazing and the service is really friendly. Highly recommended!

Nice seating by the lake. Friendly service. Very tasty food, but limited bread.

Anyone who has held their own for decades and is consistently well positioned deserves respect...‼️

Good food, great service and a great atmosphere.

A very nice café/restaurant with a view of Lake Bigge. We felt very comfortable and would gladly return.

Good food, beautiful lake view, top-notch service. Here, you'll only complain at a high level. We had schnitzel and pork medallions with various side dishes. The meat was tender and not marbled - the schnitzel was well cooked. The pork medallions, however, were unfortunately a bit dry. A slight deduction for that. The same goes for the mushroom cream sauce. It tasted good, but it was a bit greasy. Apart from those two items, the food was very good. The service was very well organized and fast for the size of the restaurant - all the waiters and waitresses were also very friendly. After dinner, we were given a nightcap and gummy bears on request - a small gift, but one that works. For dessert, we had a piece of cheesecake - noticeably homemade and delicious. The panorama of Lake Bigge from the restaurant terrace is fantastic - although the ambiance could have been a bit better. The price isn't exactly cheap – schnitzels with side dishes start at €19. But for a good restaurant experience, it's reasonable by today's standards. We'll be back!

You almost feel like you're on vacation there in the summer, enjoying a delicious meal (large portions) and a cool drink with a beautiful view of the lake. The service is super friendly and very attentive. We'll be back soon.

Very friendly service, excellent food, and a lovely place, especially the outdoor seating! I highly recommend it! Definitely worth a visit if you're on the Bigge River! *******

Delicious and enough food. Really great!

Delicious food with a great view of Lake Bigge. Service was incredibly fast and very friendly; highly recommended.

Beautiful restaurant with a great view of Lake Bigge. The staff is very friendly and attentive. The gratinated goat cheese on salad was a dream. There's something for every taste. Reservations are recommended.

You're a guest here. Simply fantastic, the food and service top-notch. We'll be back without question 🙂

A lovely little spot! Lovely café/restaurant right on Lake Bigge. We were there on a Friday afternoon on our motorbike. We had no problem finding space on the terrace. The staff was friendly and helpful. We only had a small bite to eat, but it was great and of high quality. All in all, a strong recommendation!

Very nice conditions! Super delicious food. Great

10000000 stars. We've been coming here for years. Highly recommended. The food is always freshly prepared and the quality is 100%.

Delicious food, very friendly staff, great atmosphere!

Went here for ice cream. Service was very fast. Unfortunately, they don't have many ice cream flavors, just milky flavors, but no fruity ones like mango or raspberry. Otherwise, the view is beautiful, and it's very clean.

Delicious food, nice outdoor seating with a view of the Bigge, very friendly service

Good food, very friendly service and if you sit outside you can enjoy a lovely view of the lake.

Very tasty food and friendly staff.

Even though the restaurant was completely full inside, we were able to get a very nice seat outside on the terrace. The food was delicious and the portions were perfectly fine. The service was very friendly and quick. Despite the crowds, the food was served within 20 minutes. The view of Lake Bigge is unique. I would eat there again anytime. The value for money is absolutely right. I definitely recommend this restaurant.

Impossible, for me as a disabled person with a walking aid. When we asked for a table, the waiter at the reception directed me to the farthest table in the restaurant. Even though several tables near the entrance were free, I've been a customer for a long time and eaten there many times; this has never happened to me before. I don't need to hide; it's unacceptable behavior. Even though his colleague told him there were free tables near the entrance. That was the last time we ate there with six people. Never again will we allow the restaurant to treat disabled people so badly. I will not pass this fact on to any of my friends in the Sauerland.

Rather unassuming from the outside, this restaurant has a special quality. The menu is varied (unfortunately, exclusively Krombacher beers), and the service is friendly and fast. We had four different dishes, and all were delicious. In the summer, they add a lovely terrace with a direct view of Lake Bigge. On weekends, reservations are required; otherwise, no chance. These days, reservations are required every day, but booking is quick and easy via email or phone. The kitchen is open all day, so we recommend coming during the off-peak hours when it's not as busy.

Very nice place to eat, friendly service and good food, I can only recommend it.

Super delicious food and friendly staff!! That's what gastronomy is all about

Yes, we can truly recommend this restaurant. We couldn't understand the negative reviews.

Fantastic view. The coffee was good. The upper parking lot is free for guests.

We are regulars and have been very satisfied so far, making the restaurant our first choice, even for celebrations. Unfortunately, the quality (food + service) has tended to deteriorate, so we won't be going there again for the time being. Specifically: We weren't satisfied with Beret the last two times. Once, the baked potato wasn't cooked through, and some of it was still raw. Last time, a ready-made hollandaise sauce (confirmed by the waiter) was used with the asparagus, which was also slightly woody, which you could see and taste; at a price of almost 30 euros per dish, you can definitely ask for more. The fish fillet we ordered with it consisted of three small (leftover) pieces. The meat we ordered with it had to be searched for under the asparagus and the sauce. At first, we thought it had been forgotten. The icing on the cake is that we've already had the other table reservations rubbed in our faces via place cards. Impossible, we've never experienced anything like this before! This is anything but relaxing! No thanks! NS: General observation: Portions have become smaller overall, but the price has increased.

Service was friendly and pleasant. Waiting times were short, and smaller children have a special play area. Waffles and ice cream at the neighboring tables looked very good. We had ordered from the regular menu, expecting at least fresh schnitzel and sauces, but the schnitzel seemed like it had come from a deep fryer with no cooking marks and a firm red coating. The asparagus and steak looked fresh, so it seems that other items besides the mushrooms are also freshly cooked and fried. I would like to see this implemented across the entire menu, or to reduce the price of corresponding ready-made meals and, where appropriate, to label them accordingly. I have no problem paying €20 for a good, fresh pork schnitzel with sides, but I don't want to eat ready-made schnitzel in boring breading.

We were there on two days. The coffee and cake were delicious. The portion size was very generous and tasted delicious. The staff was very friendly. Dogs are also welcome.

Delicious food, friendly staff, and a beautiful ambiance. Highly recommended. 🤩

We sat outside in the sunshine with a view of Lake Bigge. Beautiful!

A beautifully located restaurant right on the lake. The food was excellent, the service was very friendly, and my two dogs were provided with water. I highly recommend it.

I highly recommend this restaurant

Great atmosphere, very tasty food

I can 100% recommend Café Serrerasse. We made a reservation. Even though it was full, we were assigned a table right away. The food and service were excellent. We'd be happy to come back.

One of the best restaurants I know. Everything is just right here.

The service was really perfect. The food was ok :)

All full 5 stars We are completely thrilled

Very nice welcome, immediately got a table on the terrace. Service courteous, food price/performance ratio absolutely fine. Definitely worth a visit😋