Cavallo Star - Italian hospitality at the pulse of Bern station
Freshly renovated, freshly inspired
Following a comprehensive renovation, the Cavallo Star on Bubenberg-/Hirschenplatz presents itself in a new, airy and modern look: light wood tones, lots of glass and smart islands of light meet Mediterranean color accents. The new spatial dramaturgy creates a spacious atmosphere for a morning espresso or a multi-course dinner in the evening - and lets you feel the Italian lifestyle as soon as you enter.
A day at the Cavallo Star
- Breakfast from 08:30: cappuccino or simply a “Schümli” with a crispy croissant - popular with commuters who want to refuel on their way into the city.
- Pranzo all'italiana: Daily changing lunch menus, homemade pasta and pizza from the stone oven; lactose-free, gluten-free or vegan on request.
- Afternoon jass: Around 2 p.m., the window seats are transformed into a small card café when pensioners get together for a game of Jass.
- Serata: In the evening, the menu tempts diners with ossobuco, cordon bleu or vegan melanzane alla parmigiana, flanked by a 300-item wine list.
Proven crowd puller
The success is evident online: Restaurant Guru lists the Cavallo Star with 4.3 / 5 points from 846 reviews, while Yably aggregates 4.0 / 5 from more than 2,600 votes across various portals. Tripadvisor entries particularly highlight the terrace with a view of the Hirschengraben and the “courteous service”.
Strategic location - and soon to be even more accessible
Bubenbergplatz 8 is located directly at the western exit of Bern railroad station. As part of the major “Zukunft Bahnhof Bern” project, a new underground station entrance with a passenger passageway is expected to be built by 2029, which will lead platform traffic directly to Hirschengraben / Hirschenplatz without having to cross the streetcar line. For the Cavallo Star, this will mean significantly more footfall in future - ideal conditions for attracting spontaneous station and city visitors to the already strong regular clientele.
Mobile-optimized checkout technology from Vendomat
With its fresh design, all-day Italian cuisine, ideal location in the growth corridor of Bern station and state-of-the-art, mobile-optimized checkout technology, the Cavallo Star shows how contemporary gastronomy works today - fast, warm and efficient at the same time.
Vendomat makes the difference: mobile checkouts for more service
More service thanks to mobile checkouts
The Cavallo Star has been relying on our POS systems for over eight years. The latest generation of mobile terminals with integrated payment from Lightspeed has quickly proven itself in day-to-day business.
Cash in faster
Station guests in a hurry pay directly at the table or at the counter, without queues.
More time for advice
Because orders and payments are recorded on the go, distances are shortened - the service team can concentrate fully on wine recommendations, dessert tips and small talk with the cozy guests.
Seamless processes
Automated booking and tip handling reduce the administrative effort after the end of the shift.