Cafe Des Amis in Parkville - Phone Number, Reservations, Reviews

The food and setting was 5 stars, and the service was spectacular. We went all out on the appetizers and desserts. Highly recommend the veal sweetbread with polenta, so tender and well seasoned. This place blew Le Fou Frog out of the water because they don’t season their food well. Also loved the burrata and heirloom tomato salad, it was a great dish to share. The escargot dish had a delicious garlicky bite to it so we loved it. The desserts were yummy too, and not overly sweet which was a bonus. The dining area in the back was very cute and romantic.

This family owned and run place is amazing! Food, service and atmosphere are all excellent. The wine list is extensive and our sommelier friend was very happy. Between 4 of us and 4 courses we ordered and shared 11 dishes. They were all very good. Personal favorites were the sweetbreads and short ribs special. Best meal I have had in years. And incredible value for money. Looking forward to cooler weather and dinner on the beautiful patio.

The food was delicious and our service was amazing. If you're in the mood for French casual dining, this is a great choice!

With such a wonderful time at this French bistro The staff was amazing and so knowledgeable this is a must if ever you're in parkville

We had a wonderful gathering here. The food and service were excellent. I don’t get out this way often but always happy to eat here when I do!

It was a fantastic time. Charming location, delicious food, and polite service. Duck Leg Confit, Chanterelles Pâte Maison, and Chocolate Soufflé were all délicieux!

Staff: I accidentally came while they were opening but the staff was super friendly and still sat me. The lady was really friendly and the gentlemen was polite. They refilled my water when needed. Food: I got the snail dish(escargot). It was tasty. The portions are small and light, maybe that’s a French thing. Atmosphere: There was nobody else there so I’m not sure how it is when it’s busy. I would go again to try others foods as a light snack.

What an amazinging night. The food and service were top notch. The perfect birthday celebration.

Great place to celebrate our anniversary but we should come more often!

Update the food is still very fine. I still highly recommend it One of the best meals I have ever had. Fantastic truly French restaurant. The food is really nice. Their French wine menu is so complete that it could be confusing.

Took my husband here after I went here with a friend a few months ago! Customer service was amazing. Food was great! 🤍

Trout, duck, and pork were excellent. Seafood was not as good as expected. Drinks, wine, dessert well worth the trip to Parkville. Service was good. Prices were LOWER than expected, across the board. Very reasonable.

The food here is exquisite. If you like seafood, do not miss the bouillabaisse...it is outstanding! So was our lovely server, Sarah. She was very helpful with menu questions and was warm and engaging throughout the evening. We will definitely be back!

If I could give this place six stars for atmosphere, I would just for the ambiance on the patio. Nestled in the treetops with soft french music playing in the background, it's very relaxing. Food is traditional french, executed exceptionally well. Everything from their soups, mussels, quiche Lorraine and crepes, you can't go wrong. Do not skip dessert and don't plan to be in a rush. Take your time and enjoy a bottle of Louis Picamelot blanc de blanc, perfect on a hot summer day. If that's not your thing, they have a whole wine book to choose from. Enjoy!

I hadn’t been here in a few years and the return did not disappoint. Service was knowledgeable, friendly and kind. Food was as good as ever and the wine list is still a great selection and price ranges to choose from.

This cozy French restaurant is located in a small, historic city. Separately, I had dined with my partner, family, and friends. I even celebrated Father’s Day and my birthday here! Each visit was a heartfelt one. The service was attentive and prompt. The French cuisine was delicious and hot. I would recommend this location for the romantic and quiet ambiance. Kudos to the friendliness and professionalism of the owner and service team. Outstanding job developing the space further and maintaining consistent service and food quality. It is very difficult to come close to the reputation of Cafe Des Amis in Kansas. Lastly, a reservation is recommended!

I searched for creme brulee, and found an absolute treasure! In town for one night only and thought I'd look for a place with my wife's favorite dessert. Cafe des Amis popped up and showed great promise. Was a bit of a drive from far West KC, but definitely worth it. The best overall dining experience I have had in a very long time! Immediately welcomed with a huge smile and taken to our reserved patio table. Service was relaxed, but efficient when needed. Both the server and busser were very friendly and very knowledgeable. The wine list was an actual book with detailed descriptions of their very large selection. The menu was simple, in the best way, and we decided to go "all out" and order quite a few different things. Everything from the herbed butter right down to the mini macarons was incredible. Escargot, burrata salad, beef filet, lamb chops, soufflé, and of course creme brulee were all expertly prepared glorious tributes to culinary achievement. The beautiful setting and slight breeze just topped our date night. Make a reservation and treat yourself immediately! We are already talking about making a weekend getaway trip to come back.

Such a charming bistro. The dishes were all outstanding. Between the six of us, everyone loved their plates! Guillaume was delightful! We’ll definitely be back!

The food was fantastic we loved everything we had

So much hope, but disappointed. Soft white Italian bread @ a French restaurant. 🤔 Overnight pork that likely needed a week if that's as tender as they could make it overnight.🙄 Creme Brule ice cold and so bland that they must have forgotten the vanilla. 😶

I didn't get a chance to take a picture, but the Lamb Chops were amazing!!! I stumbled across this place while on a run. Making a reservation was the best decision. The service was great and I ate outside because the weather was perfect. Wine, muscles, and Lamb.

Amazing restaurant fit in and old local. 100% true French. Love it.

Oh my. This was my first time here, but definitely not my last. EVERYTHING was amazing from food to service to atmosphere.

Acquaint little French restaurant on the second floor in downtown parkville. The food was amazing and Sarah was a fantastic server. The timing on the courses was perfect.

Pleasant dining experience. Good food and great service.

Café de Amis in Parkville, MO, offers a culinary experience that's both elegant and inviting. Starting with the bone marrow salad, each bite was a symphony of flavors, perfectly balanced and exquisitely presented. The rack of lamb was cooked to perfection, tender and succulent, while the quail dish showcased the chef's skillful artistry. The ambiance added to the charm, creating a cozy yet sophisticated atmosphere. A definite gem for those seeking exceptional dining in Parkville.

The little French bistro is located at the top of wooden stairs on a corner with goof signage. It's quaint and lovely. The waitstaff is attentive, friendly, and knowledgeable about the food and drinks, quick with good recommendations. The food and drinks were perfectly delicious and visually appealing. We received our check with a pleasant surprise, two delicious mini macrons, perfectly al dente. The only negative I can offer is the number of tables in the small room which made conversation difficult, distracting and loud instead of cozy. Perhaps some sound deafening decor would help.

We stopped in for a little nosh while out shopping and the food did not disappoint. The service was not great, but thankfully we enjoyed our food. The wine list was very impressive, but I did not order anything.

The food is incredible and the atmosphere is lovely. The owner is so kind and welcoming!

One of the best meals I’ve ever had!

Amazing French cuisine! The service was second to none!

Three of us arrived for lunch at 1 pm. The first thing the waiter said was that we should be sure to make our complete order all at once because the kitchen would be closing soon. Only when we tried to order did he say they were out of salmon. Two of us had wanted salmon. We decided to share the Salade Niçoise. I noticed the salmon wasn’t fully cooked. I asked if the salmon was sushi grade. The waiter said that’s how they prepare it- pink in the middle. Well, salmon is pink. I make it myself often. This was undercooked. We both asked for the fish to be more fully cooked. When the two portions came back to the table, I couldn’t tell if I received the same piece back, as it was in pieces and my portion had been one piece. I didn’t want to eat it. I ended up sharing the quiche my friend ordered as it was in two pieces. When we were ready to pay I asked if the restaurant was also out of green beans as there were none on the salad as they were supposed to be. The waiter came back and said the beans were cut up and on the salad. Well- two things. I know this salad is served with whole green beans and I know I didn’t see or eat any beans. Nor did my friend see or eat any on his half. At that point the waiter asked if I wanted to see the menu to verify ingredients. I felt insulted and chagrined that he doubled down to prove to me that I was wrong. I am sorry the restaurant has this waiter. He is not doing them any favors by not apologizing that the meal was less than satisfactory. The bottom line is not to go to this restaurant the day after a holiday - they won’t have the entrees they might need and don’t go at 1 pm when it is an hour from closing.

Amazing experience. Cannot wait to go back!

Such a lovely place for a celebration dinner. Food was amazing, as was the wine and service.

Food and service is always top tier. They deserve your money.

People were friendly, the place was modern and clean, food was good However the prices were ridiculous… 4 people over $500.00. We won't return. ☘️✌️

A lovely French restaurant in this cute little town! It is located on the second floor so be prepared to walk up a bit. Service is great and our server is polite, professional, and adds a little sense of humor! This restaurant has a great selection for soup of the day which I would recommend trying. My highlight is a special dessert called “Le Louvre chocolate mousse” The presentation and flavor are great!

Never a disappointment. Excellent food and service. Fine for family celebration or a romantic evening out. We love it

This is a family thing fave. On this visit the owner waited on us. If one desires continental dining this is the destination at reasonable price point.

It’s an incredible place! We’ve been here a few times, and it’s always delicious. We took a larger group here tonight, and everyone loved it. Highly recommend if you are looking for an amazing experience!

Wonderful food & a fun French atmosphere!

The food and service were amazing. I recommend the salmon and pork tenderloin. The server recommended a white wine with dark liquor drink that was really good as well. Will come back again!!

I went to this restaurant years ago and often visit the menu on Google to dream about it. The creme brulee was beyond perfect. I also had tapenade and beef filet. I remember the glass of wine was exquisite. Down to the cup of coffee, the flavors were amazing. It was somewhat balmy and we dined at twilight outdoors. It was like sharing a secret.

We just stopped by on our way back from airport. Food options were limited because may be its authentic french place but deserts were really good and I also liked their signature crepe

I was so looking forward to trying this restaurant as the menu looks wonderful and the reviews were good. My husband and I were so disappointed though. He got butternut squash soup which was good; however, much too sweet. I got the goat cheese salad and the goat cheese tasted terrible. I love goat cheese; so, it is not a case of my not liking it. It was very salty and didn’t taste good. The rinds from the goat cheese were in the salad. Strangely, the herbed butter we had with our bread was hard and tasted like soap/chemicals. For the entree, we ordered the beef bourguignon. We asked to share it (have 2 separate bowls) which ended up being the biggest joke on us. We often share entrees at restaurants and it’s just the right amount of food for us. Well today, I kid you not - we each had 3 small mouthfuls of food! I had 1 1/2 small pieces of beef and 1 piece of tomato. The rest was broth. It was absolutely unbelievable! We had to order another entree as we didn’t feel like we had eaten anything substantial yet. The quiche we got was fine, thank goodness. This restaurant has a strange procedure whereby they have you order everything for the entire meal upfront. Since we had already ordered chocolate moose, we went ahead and had it. The chocolate mouse was good and a saving grace for a very lousy meal overall.

My brother lives in NC, and has been all over the world. Cafe Des Ami, in his opinion, has the best French food anywhere. The food IS fantastic.

I had very high expectations of Cafe des Amis for my party of 30. Every aspect of food, service, and atmosphere far exceeded my expectations and those of all my guests.

One of the most wonderful restaurants I’ve ever eaten at. Had the scallops and my fiancé had the rack of lamb. Both were delicious. The owner waited on us himself, and was a wonderful host. Great location, great food, great environment make this a destination spot.

8 of us had dinner tonight at Cafe Des Amis in Parkville. This is my favorite kind of restaurant. Small, quaint and chef run. I had the quail, which was excellent. Everyone in our group was very happy with their meals and the service was excellent as well. Also, the price of the entrees wasn't bad for this quality of food. We'll all be back, hopefully soon.

Authentic French restaurant and menu, food is good and different from what most Americans eat, great place to impress a date or to try your french

Food is fabulous, wonderful atmosphere, and the owners are so kind. I will definitely visit again!

The food was good, there was a slight mixup with our order; but the wonderful waitress resolved it. Will definitely be back.

We liked the atmosphere. The service was adequate. I had the goat cheese salad- the cheese and crostinis were very good, the jam was nonexistent and I found the dressing on the field greens bitter. The lamb was very good, but the vegetables extremely disappointing. The potatoes were good but very small portion size- about 3 bites, and they were a bit cold. Other than that was one small slice of tomato, 2 almost raw stalks of asparagus and cabbage which was an odd choice for late May, and extremely over salted. My husband had the asparagus soup and it was fibrous and not very good. He also had the rabbit which was a bit tough and also very skimpy on vegetables/sides. The soufflé was good, but again the ice cream served with it was about the size of a walnut. We still enjoyed our night together, but when paying over $100 for a nice meal- no drinks- we expected better. We wouldn’t go back based on our experience tonight.

Amazing food and service. Such a unique gem. Perfect for a date night, catching up with friends and family and pretty much any other occasion where you would appreciate wonderful food and great service. Menu is clear and concise with options to satisfy anyone. Everything we ordered tasted perfect. And the dessert… oh my. They had strawberry rhubarb sorbet as a special and it was superb. Not to mention that we came in late on a Tuesday night with 2 small hungry kids looking for dinner as everything else was closed and we were taken care of and felt welcome. If you want to break away from your usual chain restaurants and are looking for something special and inspiring, I highly recommend checking out Cafe Des Amis.

Excellent food and a very warm service. Will come again!

I live in Brookside and I haven’t been to a restaurant with better service than this. The cost is more than reasonable as well; I was expecting a $100 meal just simply based on our service and ambience. THE FOOD WAS AMAZING. I am so excited to come back and will recommend to everyone!

Incredible. A rare experience these days. Incredible food and atmosphere.

Great service and amazing food! Really great price for the quality.

Friendly servers and excellent food. Highly recommended.

The food was great! The service was just very slow. Would come back.

Our server, Joseph, was extremely friendly and offered great recommendations to my wife and I! The food was delicious, the patio was beautiful and the service was superb.

Amazing food, service, and ambiance! We ate on the covered deck. This one of our favorite date restaurants for lunch or dinner or special occasions!

My favorite restaurant in the KC metropolitan area.

Fantastic atmosphere for an intimate date or family. This cozy, but sophisticated, eatery provides authentic French cuisine. The menu is simple, yet the flavors are far from. The complexity within each dish is appreciated from the very first bite. You cannot go wrong.

My husband and I came here for a date night. It was phenomenal! The atmosphere was very comfortable. We started with the cheese plate- we loved the jam. He had the rack of lamb and I had the trout. Both were amazing! Had the soufflé and mousse for dessert. Highly recommend!

A magical spot for a romantic dinner. Guiame is the embodiment of hospitality. The food is exceptional and the atmosphere elegant without being pretentious. A perfect place for special nights out!!!

This place is awesome! Very good quality food, friendly staff and great service. Very romantic too. Good music on the background.

Nice atmosphere, a delicious choice of luncheon treats and good wine. We enjoyed a lovely lunch with our son and wife before leaving after our Christmas visit to their home.

We have been dining at Cafe Des Amis for over ten years, including graduation celebrations, birthdays, and anniversaries. They have never let us down, from the quality and taste of the food to the care provided by the staff. This is truly a unique place to dine. My only complaint is beyond the staff's ability to control, but our last dinner was overshadowed by a table of six who were drunk, rude, and so loud my wife and I couldn't hear each other from across our small table. This was our anniversary dinner, but instead of talking to each other we had to listen to this crowd and all of their personal life stories. In spite of one uncomfortable night, we will be back.

This is our favorite restaurant in Kansas City! Wonderful service and food!

Absolutely AMAZING food and service. Definitely worth visiting for such an incredible dining experience.

A very knowledgeable waiter made our entire experience most enjoyable! The excellent wines complimented the outstanding menu selections. The entry into town reminded me of an Alsatian town at Xmas and added to the very positive experience we had.

French husband & wife team. Excellent food, excellent location on 2nd Street in Parkville.

One bite and it's easy to tell these chefs know what they're doing. Everything was cooked and seasoned perfectly. The staff was attentive and personable, and the atmosphere was surprisingly comfortable with music and heaters for their outdoor dining area. We are looking to go back again soon

It has been years since I had been here and after going last night, kind of upset with myself it's been so long! From start to finish, I LOVE EVERYTHING ABOUT CAFE DES AMIS. I called same day, on a Wedneaday after and the owner was able to squeeze us in for a midweek romantic dinner:). The husband and wife pair that own/run this business are TOP NOTCH. The food quality is mind blowing and literally wanted more of everything we tried. The fresh maid lavender infused butter was absolutely incredible and made the entire dinner that much more enjoyable. The fresh bread they give you is absolutely out of this world and perfectly baked. The husband being a pastry chef and the wife being a chef back in the kitchen makes this place even that much more enjoyable with a fabulous back story. The pictures that I am going to post with this absolutely do not do this place Justice whatsoever. I would recommend expecting to be here at least an hour and a 1/2 to enjoy the full experience. The wine menu is also very unique and educational giving you the wines the area of the world they come from and then the pricing. Then you flip to the back of the wine menu and it describes every single wine they offer in detail and show you a picture of the bottle, very nice touch! We had a very enjoyable and laugh filled conversation at the end of the evening with the owner himself. He is so full of life energy and humor! If you even kind of like French inspired food, You just need a place to go one evening for a nice dinner with your significant other, Or perhaps your celebrating something very special. You would literally be doing yourself an injustice and missing out on this little piece of joy in your life. If you did not try this restaurant at least once!

Fantastic French-inspired dishes. Fantastic service.

Date night with my fiancé! He took me to Cafe Des Ami which is a quaint and romantic restaurant with authentic French cuisine. I thought my palate had gone to heaven. Food and French wine was so very good. Yummy fresh hot bread and lavender butter were served. Escargot melted in your mouth. My fiancé had special short rib dinner and I had the lamb. Perfection!! Then came the dessert. My fiancé had chocolate mousse and I had the soufflé. Heavenly!! Old street-lights of Parkville and an Indian Summer evening added to the ambience. Perfect evening!!!!

Service, food and atmosphere are always amazing.

Delicious food and a great experience

It is a very nice little restaurant, the ambiance is pleasant and it is a nice and quiet place to spend a good moment and have a nice meal. The service is very good as well.

Service and restaurant was good. the food portion and quality was poor. the menu was very limited and it was completely overpriced! Sooo not worth the Money.

From arriving to departing, the service was terrible. We were lucky to get a glass of water. Afterwards, no one greeted or acknowledged us after receiving the water. The tables were so close together that you were bumping elbows with strangers. Very disappointed, M Strickland

Good food huge wine selection, fast service with good sense of humor from the owner.

Very nice place, good food and wine, my 4th time there, will return

Cafe Des Amis once again exceeded our expectations. The first visit was a delightful brunch on the patio. Last Sunday we attend a special event wine dinner. It was hands down the best meal and service we have recieved in a long time. The five course meal was cooked to perfection, flavorful, and plated beautifully. The wines were perfectly paired and reasonably prices to purchase take home bottles. Join their email list to hear about events and call asap to make a reservation for the wine dinner- they fill up quick! The owner Guillaume creates a warm and inviting atmosphere to his restaurant. We can't wait to go back!

One of my favorite restaurants in the KC area. It’s a cozy intimate place that’s perfect for a date night or small celebration. After trying nearly everything on the menu I think I can safely say that everything on the menu is delicious. The wine selection is awesome as well, but can be overwhelming by the sheer number of options. Don’t be afraid to ask for help, as the host will be happy to pick a bottle that suits your tastes. Have always wanted to visit for lunch, which I will one of these days.

Most amazing French restaurant in beautiful, historic downtown Parkville, MO. Highly recommend.

It had been several years since I had enjoyed a wonderful meal at this restaurant. . . and I'm still waiting after having eaten there last weekend. Our total bill was over $130. I ordered the fresh pea soup with chevre (barely warm, under seasoned), and the Coquilles St. Jacques (scallops). The scallops were perfectly seared, but very small, and only three of them. This was served with (no joke) a generous tablespoon of risotto, two spears of tough asparagus, a small slice of grilled baby tomato, and some shaved shitake mushrooms (about 1/2 teaspoon). My partner had the filet that, while cooked to the correct temperature, came so blackened and charred on the outside, it made the steak taste bitter, with similarly tiny side poritons. Also, it was not a filet - it was clearly cut from the chateaubriand section with a piece of chewy, charred chain still attached. Our dinner guest who ordered the filet had a visibly better cut of the filet, but also complained about the bitter char. Overall, for a quality french meal at that price, I'd prefer to enjoy Fou Frog or Aixois and not have to stop for a snack on the way home! I've spent time living in France, and this is not a French vs. American portion size argument - it was simply a stingy portion with tiny amounts of the most inexpensive items on the plate (risotto and vegetables).

Best French food in the Kansas city area. Definitely worth trying it 1 or 10 times ❤️ 😍 the Owners are amazing - wife is the chef and the husband entertains you while taking your order... a must try!

It took around 15 minutes to get greeted by our server. All of the food was lukewarm and very small portions. The mushy vegatables seemed leftover from the WEEK. The service was in existence other than refilling of water. We wanted to like this place but unfortunately we won’t be back.

Terrible service. Mediocre, cold food. Over priced and small portions. I’m confused how anyone would actually come back! This place is laughable.

This is a lovely lunch or dinner restaurant. The food is exceptional, and the wine list is on par with the cuisine. The service is a little uppity, and when paying $100.00 per person, a more refined waitstaff would be appreciated. New chairs would be appreciated as bistro chairs are best for quick meals, not a dining experience.

Great Anniversary dinner ......

Exceptional and love the mussels! Service ambiance and food are all spectacular

Great food and amazing service!

Excellent food, great wine selection, friendly staff, an overall great experience. Definitely recommend trying this place out.

The boeuf bourguignon was very good. The atmosphere was really nice. I am French and I highly recommend this place. One of the rare restaurants who have the red wine named bourgueil (usually a wine young french people likes because it’s good with everything and simple.)

I have been here several times and my advice is to wait until after the renovation. They are severely under staffed and the food is at the lowest quality it has ever been in spite of the staff trying their hardest to accommodate the amount of guests that they have. My lamb was so over cooked I couldn’t eat it and it was so late by the time I told my server that I did not even want another entree. Instead of removing the entree I didn’t eat the manager comped the dessert, which was the only thing I did eat all night. I am infuriated that that is how customers that have been coming here for a year are treated. I expect to be charged for food I eat or even things I order and don’t like! I do not expect to be charged for food I didn’t eat because it was so over cooked it was inedible.

Had lunch here last Thursday. Wow. It was a true culinary experience. I had the duck confirmed dish. I can sat enough about how delicious it was. The rest also had a nice ambience and the two servers were attentive and personable. A rarity in a lot of restaurants today. Can't wait to return. Yummy.

My friends and I had the pleasure of eating lunch at Cafe des Amis today. I ordered the rainbow trout which came with a salad with the perfect amount of dressing. The portion size of fish was large as the photo shows. Warm bread with lavender butter was also brought to the table. For dessert I chose to be adventurous and had an almond and pistachio cake topped with a strawberry mousse and a strawberry sauce. It was like eating heaven. Our waitresses were friendly and attentive. I was full but not stuffed. My bill was $23 , such a reasonable price for a delectable meal.