1st time there and we were blown away before we got to the door Stephanie the owner met us and she was on it very informative and boy was she right!! The beer and the food she recommended was on point absolutely delicious every sip and every bite!! Mariah our waitress was very nice, checked on us and made sure she took care of all our needs! WE WILL BEBACK!! Thank you again Stephanie for great atmosphere plus the food and drink you too Mariah read more

The food was simply delicious! Everything was fresh and so well prepared! Bravo to the chef! Our server, Mariah, was wonderful! We will eating here again! Thank you!! read more

We went on Friday. They have an all you can eat fish fry. We did not do the fish fry but will definitely try it one of these days. I had the pasta & my husband had a burger. Both were phenomenal. The chef is amazing! There is typically a little bit of a wait to be seated and to eat, but it is worth the wait. We have now been there twice for excellent meals. Looking forward to trying something different next time. They had a couple of staff members not show yesterday, but the host was forthright and informed us about the wait but they managed it beautifully Big shout out to Mariah. She did amazing. read more

The food here is great. Customer service...ehhh. The waitress greeting us basically told us they are understaffed and it's going to be a looooong time before we get served. We chose to stay because it was so nice out and we were enjoying the company we brought with us. So if you have a couple hours for lunch, by all means stay and enjoy read more

This restaurant is a hidden little place on the south side of Lynx Lake, just before the upper parking area. Be aware it is not open during the winter months. There is plenty of indoor seating, but the best seats are of course, outside where you can have your meal while gazing on the beauty of the lake and forest. There are plenty of seats outdoors with great views. Yes, we all know the lake level is (ahem) not as high as it should be, but it's still a great place to visit and have a meal. The food is fairly basic, but does have some German-inspired fare including dishes with Brats and for lunch/dinner, you can get schnitzel! You can also get beer to wash down your German food, so that's quite nice. The food was competent but not perfection. Again, it's about the location. The one ding I would point out is that the service is slow. I am talking 30-40 minutes to get your breakfast. They have limited staff so I suggest bringing a bag of patience and maybe some snacks if you are super hungry. read more

Lynx Lake Cafe - Lynx Lake Cafe, November 2025 - German Near Me - Prescott, Arizona

We went for dinner on Saturday night. The food was fantastic, so much so we can't wait to go back. We also wanted to give a shout out to our server, Mariyah! It was her first day and she was so great. She was working so hard and had such a wonderful disposition and upbeat, they are lucky to have her. Highly recommend going for lunch or dinner! read more

Lynx Lake Cafe - Jagersnitzel with gnocchi, excellent! Came with a delicious side salad. - German Near Me - Prescott, Arizona

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Great eve, good food! Hummers great entertainment ! Such a good time to go up to Breezy Pines to Big Bug for a drive and end at Lynx! read more

Lynx Lake Cafe - Gods promises! - German Near Me - Prescott, Arizona

This establishment should be avoided at all costs. I witnessed a veteran berated by an overweight "manager' who came out to the patio screaming NO DOGS!!!! The veteran man told her that the dog was a service dog and she screamed I DON'T CARE. No dogs!!! read more

We were excited to show our friends this restaurant since we had been here several times before, but the experience ended before we even had the chance to order. When we arrived, the only server working told us there would be a long wait. She said she would not get be able to serve us and the wait was 30-45 minutes, even stating that she wouldn't bring us waters in that time frame. We politely told her we'd think about whether we wanted to wait. We stepped into the shade behind the outdoor seating for just a moment to discuss it, and before we had even made a decision, she yelled at us to leave because the parking lot was for customers only. The parking lot was not full and we were not impeding any business. Pictures attached. She also was yelling at us in front of other customers that were sitting outside eating. We fully understand her stress about being the only waitress on staff, but there is a respectful way to communicate that. Instead, we were treated with hostility from the moment we arrived. Her rude and confrontational attitude made the decision for us--we left and took our business elsewhere. A restaurant's food may be great, but customer service is what creates first impressions. Unfortunately, ours was so unpleasant that we'll never know if the food was worth the wait, and we won't be returning. read more

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Service! Please hire more staff!! Your views, atmosphere and food is Amazing. Your lacking in customer service!!

A group of us came in tonight and we were promptly seated. We had a few of their german beers and a wonderful dinner, everything was great. Even better was our server Mariah, she was on top of everything we needed and was so attentive even though it was quite busy for just her. We will definitely be back. read more

We had THE MOST AMAZING experience at Lynx Lake Cafe!! Our server was Kimberly and she was the best. We sat outside because we had our dog and she offered him water and treats. The michelaea was the best I've ever had and the food was delicious! I can't wait to visit again when I'm in the area. read more

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The food is really incredible! The wait time may be long (1 hr 15 minutes last time) because last two times there was only one chef and one waiter ... but you are in nature with a gorgeous view of the lake! Our hat off to the waiter ...he was swamped, overloaded with all the tables and took quite some yelling from the chef for not picking up the food fast enough , BUT he never lost his cool, never stopped smiling, remained very pleasant AND dropped everything to help an elderly couple to their car! We gave him a big tip and will be back!! Ps: Kimberley was amazing the time before! Missed her! read more

Lynx Lake Cafe - Fall trees galore - German Near Me - Prescott, Arizona

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Horrible breakfast dining experience. Told waitress, we wanted to split an omelet. She told us there was be a $6 split charge. I asked if we just got one plate and split is ourselves, if we could avoid the charge. She said no. So I asked, being curious, if we ordered a side of toast and split it would there be a $6 split charge and she said yes. I also asked if my dad just ordered the omelet and I took a bite of his food, would there be a split charge and she said yes. She was serious!! I was flabbergasted. We should have left but we went ahead and ordered the omelet. Next we waited almost 30 mins to get our meal and when we got it I was surprised how small it was. Most restaurants that have a split plate fee, add more items such as extra potato's etc. This was clearly a single plate of food that was split right down the middle. I asked to speak to the manager (Jeff) because I could not fathom why they would charge $6 for that. He comes to our table, clearly with attitude and pissed off demeanor. He tried to tell me the omelet contained 6-8 eggs. I told him I did not believe that ... at most it was 2 (maybe 3). But I have seen 3 egg omelets much larger than what was got. All he did was repeat that there was a split fee. His attitude was clearly like, "if you don't like, don't eat here". He huffed off. I would not give this place zero stars but had to give 1 to write the review. I will never come to this restaurant again, nor will I recommend it. Jeff has no business being a restaurant business owner. He is just a grumpy person with no concern for his patrons. And the $6 split charge is just ludicrous and unreasonable. read more

Terrible customer service!!! When we asked about the wait, our waitress rudely told us it would be 45 minutes before she'd even bring us water or take care of our table, stated she was the only waitress, and that breakfast wouldn't be available by then--even though breakfast is advertised until 11:00 a.m. We decided to leave and find another restaurant with dog friendly patio. While we were standing near the parking lot looking for a new place online, she came outside TWICE and yelled at us from the door of the restaurant, to leave because the parking lot was for customers only. The parking lot was empty and only 3 tables were occupied outside. The attitude and lack of hospitality were unbelievable. So sad as the restaurant is in a beautiful setting and the atmosphere and scenery seems amazing. We won't be back! read more

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The last three times I've been here I've had an exceptional experience. The service staff were really friendly and prompt. The Jagerschnitzel has become my favorite dish. Packed with flavor! If you're wanting a relaxed experience with great beer on draft, great food, and a great view, don't overlook this hidden gem right on the lake! read more

Food was excellent....when it came. Over an hour after we ordered before we were served, and there was only one other family in the place. Server was rude and arrogant. Used to come here all the time but this was my last visit. read more

We went on Saturday for an early dinner and it was wonderful. The service and food were both great. We can't wait to go back and try different meals. read more

Food was good. Ambiance was great!!! Nothing like a hot cup of coffee with cool breezes blowing thru the pines. The only thing I say is a negative is that I left feeling completely guilty asking the waitress for water, more coffee - anything. I heard the cook yell and the server was uptight. It was Mother's Day and we were the first customers there. No idea why coffee takes 40 minutes to brew or 40 minutes to be served our food or why the few customers had to wait 40 minutes to be seated. I wanted to volunteer to help! read more

Showed up at restaurant at 12 noon , we were told 30 minutes to wait, seated and hour later. Drink order taken, 30 minutes later order was taken. 30 minutes later we were told that the kitchen was closed. Two cokes and a water charged $10.00, no food served. Needless to say staff were rude and and service was beyond poor. read more

Lynx Lake Cafe - German Near Me - Prescott, Arizona

Sadly, they were closed part of the year due to the lake having been drained, but now looking beautiful and the food and the fun of eating at this place remains one of my favorite spots in Prescott. read more

Great location and food. Service can sometime be slow, but the food makes the wait worthwhile. Jeff the owner and head chef really creates some wonderful dishes. Pricing is fair and the food is better than most other places in downtown Prescott. I wish they were open 5 days a week. read more

Food was great once we got it. Waited over an hour to get waited on, one waitress serving the entire outside. No water or coffee would be served our table until it was "our turn". She took order from one table at a time and until they got their food she didn't address anyone else. Probably shouldn't have opened up with one waitress. She was frazzled and it showed. Had visiting family in town, they were impressed with only the view. read more

Wow, it's finally closed. This place is in real need for Gordon Ramsey and his 'Kitchen Nightmares' to come and totally revamp the place. It is so dingy, with years of caked on grime on the table and chairs. The kitchen must be 3x worse. Hopefully, if and when this place opens, they will have rebuilt the building to overlook the lake more and have open air seating on a patio off of the dinning area. Not mixed matched old dilapitated picnic tables out in the dirt area, where the dirt just flies up into the air and your food! read more

Never tasted the food. Was told to wait in the lobby for half an hour when they before we could sit. Even though the place was almost empty, the waitress was very rude after reading the other reviews of this place. I'm glad we didn't go in stay away from this. I wonder who's running this place? Who is responsible for all the bad service and terrible food? read more

Our Reuben sandwiches were large and delicious and the view of the lake plus the hummingbirds in every window made it a very memorable experience. Our waitress was very friendly to boot. read more

So happy the cafe is finally open again. Had a great cheeseburger and fries, my friend really enjoyed their special chicken sandwich Can't wait to go back for breakfast or dinner! read more

I LOVE this place! The food is fantastic and you can't beat the view. The kitchen isn't the fastest, but it's worth the wait.

An absolute gem! Our server Matt was truly amazing from the minute we walked in. I highly recommend getting a table by the windows to watch the hummingbirds and soak in the Mountain View. From the Brussels sprouts and breaded zucchini to the jagerschnitzel and creamy dreamy pasta to the apple strudel all were to leaving us excited to come back. 10/10 highly recommend! read more

Food is exceptional, and ambience is for outdoor enthusiasts. No parking problems. Creamy dreamy dish was out of this world.

Lots of outdoor seating, park bench style. A handful of tables under the awning for times of weather. Great spot to go with the dog prior or after a walk around the lake! It's very hit or miss, call ahead as it can end up being closed due to being short staffed. When it's good it's great, and when it's not it's usually due to it being overcrowded or short staffed and crazy long wait times. read more

Lynx Lake Cafe - two people sitting at a picnic table - German Near Me - Prescott, Arizona

Way too long of a wait time. Food took forever to arrive. They weren't even that busy. Waitress was good, my food was good, but others weren't. This place is nothing to write home about. I wouldn't go back. They need to step up their professionalism. read more

So comfortable and the food was great! Gave us pointers on how to fish the lake (we didn't catch anything but spent 2 days in bliss!) We will camp/stay here again! read more

My friend and I were camping at Lynx Lake. We hiked over to the Lynx Lake Cafe looking forward to having lunch. Disappointingly the cafe was closed. So we took a little break in the shade at their picnic tables. A man came out and very rudely told us that the public area was over there (across the parking lot) and that's where we needed to go. He didn't say what their hours were or the days they were open. He was absolutely NOT welcoming at all. I won't be back and I will be telling my friends & family my experience. FYI: we are retired women - not trouble makers at all. Very very disappointing. read more

Links Lake Café review Well, my husband and I are in Prescott for the month of July. We are trying several Restaurants while here! This one was referred to us by our friends as having yummy food and a great view! First, they were correct the view is outstanding. It's a beautiful lake. It'll be a luck of the draw to get a window seat though as there are only a few. But don't fret, you can still go outside and enjoy the view from outside. And it's still visible from other seats. We decided to come for breakfast. My husband got a regular combo breakfast, and I had the Brekki bowl. Both items were great! The only disappointment in the food was we thought we saw photos of delicious fried potatoes. But instead, they served us tater tots! Not good. They really made my bowl mushy. Husband didn't even touch his. (not a dealbreaker, I would just order something besides them next time now that we know). I would say the menu they had was quite reduced than the ones previously posted on-line on Yelp. Now there's the issue of our Server. This gentleman was so non-interested in friendliness, conversation, nothing. He made zero niceties, never came back and asked us how our meal was. He showed up when it was obvious we were finished eating and asked if we needed anything else. We said no. Well...not now J - we are finished eating (I certainly would have imbibed in a second mimosa!) lol So then he set our bill down on our table and walked away. Not so much as a thank you or goodbye!! When he sat us at our table, I thanked him. When he finished taking our order I thanked him. When he dropped off our order, I thanked him. (my husband told me to stop thanking him) I've never had someone be so rude to me that I tried to be nice and appreciative to. I mean, everyone has a bad day, but this was beyond. My husband and I noticed the other two female servers who were laughing and chatting with their customers. We had server-envy that we weren't being served by one of them!! All this said, we will be going back in the next few weeks! However, I will make SURE we have a different server experience! If it weren't for the poor service, we would've given five stars, even though we didn't care for tater tots. read more

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I already left a review but gladly add another one. If I could give it minus stars I would. Food was ok, waitress was nice. Owner terrible (Stephanie I think). Beware they charge to split a meal.. ok fine but they don't tell you there is no sharing food at all or they will charge you. My friend wanted to try my sandwich to see if she would like it and the owner came over and said no sharing food! If I am paying for the meal is it not mine? We had 7 people and a 230 dollar bill.. to tell us we can share food was ridiculous!!! We will not be back and my friend who lives in Prescott will not as well.. she plans to share her thoughts with all her neighbors.. bad customer services spreads! read more

Lynx Lake Cafe - German Near Me - Prescott, Arizona

We've been going to this place for over twenty years, but hadn't been for about four. Myself and two guests were there two days before 4th of July. The atmosphere & view is excellent. One of us ordered the fish & chips. Sorry, don't have it. How about the fish daily special? Nope. The menu states steaks are sort of a chefs choice thing. No, no steaks either because the chef didn't order any due to the 4th. Which was two days away. OK. Do you have schnitzel? Yes. Two of us had Jaeger Schnitzel and one Wienerschnitzel. They were out of one side, so all of us got baked potato. Sorry, no soup, which is part of the meal. We all got salads. The food was very good with large portions. Before I go again I'll call to see what they DON'T have, and proceed from there.This place has a reputation for being, shall I say, indifferent about service and availability of food. I will say I've always had very good food. The view of Lynx Lake is superb and the free dinner show includes three hummingbird feeders outside the picture windows. Give it a shot but CALL FIRST. I really missed the cabbage soup. read more

My husband and I stopped in around 4:30 pm for an early dinner. We were the 2nd people to be seated at that point, so it really wasn't busy yet. We sat near the window facing the lake, which was beautiful. I ordered the Jagerschnitzel and he had the fried fish special... basically all you could eat fish. Both dishes were cooked well. The schnitzel was moist and lightly breaded, with a nice textured cream sauce. The fish was flaky, moist, and lightly breaded also. The curly fries were delicious, but how could you go wrong with fries?! The only thing that was a bummer was both dishes were very under seasoned and lacked flavor. However our server was attentive, friendly, and helpful when describing the dishes. read more

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Went for the Friday night fish fry and it was pure disappointment, meals did not come to our table together fish came out first then Fry's came out 10 minutes or so later menu says clam chowder and we got broccoli soup coleslaw I was the pit the pits....... read more

Not sure what all these 1 star reviews were expecting. I love this place. Their schnitzel is amazing and it is such a beautiful place to have a glass of wine and enjoy the view. Service is a lil slow but it's not terrible. Love coming here with my family and can't wait for them to open back up. My husband Called to see if they were open yet and was told they are still looking for staff. I think it's strange the last post gave 1 star solely bc they have not reopened yet. read more