a landmark Palm Beach fine dining establishment In 1980 Lidia and I opened Café L’ Europe at 150 Worth Avenue on the second floor of the Esplanade.   From opening day, Café L’ Europe  quickly  became  part  of  the  Palm  Beach allure. World-renowned  Worth  Avenue was at the pinnacle of High Fashion and it seemed  like  every  famous  fashion  designer  and cosmetic royal graced the dining rooms at Café L’ Europe.   Champagne  bottles were popped so often it was hard to keep up with demand.  Café L’ Europe was serving not only the fabulous Palm Beachers and local residents of  the  area  but  also all the International visitors of the day.  The “Movers  and Shakers”  of  industry, manufacturing, finance and government,  as  well as some of the greatest writers  and  entertainers all became Café L’ Europe’s guests. Many  became  “Regulars”  alongside  aristocrats  and royalty from around the world. As one royal personage quoted   “It is so nice  to  be  able to come to Café L’ Europe to enjoy your wonderful food and wines,  yet  still  have our privacy remain intact”.  This  sense of privacy  for  all  our  guests remains a tradition at Café L’ Europe.  

    After 15 years at the Esplanade, Lidia and I wanted a larger space to serve our guests better.  On New Year’s Eve of 1995, Café L’ Europe  opened  its  doors  at  its current  location in anticipation of many exciting years ahead.    The  restaurant  reflects  Lidia’s and my personality and heritage.  Lidia  is  from Rio de Janeiro  and traveled the globe for years with Pan Am Airways.   I  am  of  European  heritage and received my training throughout  Europe. We  were  both  involved  in  the  design  of Café L’ Europe  and  as always, we are both involved in the  daily  operation  of the restaurant.

    Today, we continue to welcome You, our local residents, celebrities, billionaires, dignitaries, royals with the same warm hospitality as we always have.  We hope you will enjoy your dining experience with us.    

Norbert Göldner
Proprietor