The Little Swiss Café
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The Little Swiss Café

6th Ave &, Carmel, CA

★★★★4.4(656 Google reviews)

Crema's Take

This beloved Carmel institution has mastered the art of the leisurely breakfast, where fluffy, crispy waffles and generously portioned pancakes draw loyal regulars who've been returning for decades. The warm, unhurried atmosphere—complete with all-day breakfast and house-made pastries like apple strudel—makes it worth arriving early and settling in for a genuinely friendly experience that feels like breakfast at a friend's table rather than a transaction. It's the kind of place where the staff remembers you and the food tastes like it was made with real care.

What to expect

Traditional drinksFamily friendlyFull breakfastSlow sitMeetingsPastries

Google Reviews

Charlotte Williams
★★★★★2 months ago

So nice to return after 3 or 4 years and have the same excellent crepe-like chocolate chip pancakes! Filled a dinner plate! The savory part of this couple had the special of the day: Bagels and lox. Superb! And so much! Wonderful wedges of cream cheese, bountiful lox, capers, tomato and red onion. Build your own or savor each separately. Very attentive and gracious service. A lovely place for locals and visitors!

Melany Vazquez
★★★★★3 months ago

Amazing experience from start to finish! We were seated right away, and after ordering. Our food was served very quickly after ordering. The staff was incredibly friendly and attentive making sure my coffee was always refilled, which I really appreciated!! Everything we ate was absolutely delicious. The only downside is how small the café is. I just wish it were bigger because it’s so good! I would definitely recommend this place to anyone visiting Carmel. P.S. Try the pancakes!!!

Makena Berchem
★★★★★4 months ago

Been coming here since I was a kid. Best waffles in town. They are light, fluffy & crispy. Service is always great, but expect a wait for a table! Come early and put your name in.

Max B
★★★★★6 months ago

Heard rumors of the greatness of this little cafe, and craved an amazing Carmel breakfast. Although we came back from the walk on the beach a bit late and had to wait for 30 minutes for a table, it was well worth it! The menu has many options, but once I saw the blintzes there was no turning back. A bit of a large sweet portion, we also got the salmon benedict and split it for breakfast and the blintzes for dessert. Perfect combination.

Pauline Sanchez
★★★★★7 months ago

Stumbled upon this lovely Cafe and we were captivated by the food, ambience and overall service! All day breakfast mean and the Apple strudel were soul warming. Perfect brunch in a cool autumn day :) it’s low-key but 100% cozy like a warm blanket.

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