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Critter Café

Critter Café
JHenckes's avatar
JHenckes

I'll try to make a guide based on what was specifically asked for in the bounty:

- Café customization and design: This part, in my opinion, is extremely personal. If you like your café pink, blue or black, that's fine. The type of chair and table you choose also matters very little. I think this is important to mention, even though it may seem obvious, because it can happen that someone limits their creativity in the game for fear of damaging their gameplay. Focus on the fun, now take into account a few points that I'll discuss below;

- Café layout and how best to set up your tables and chairs: Here we can't just take personal choice into account. Your Café needs to be organized in such a way that no place is unreachable or that it takes a lot of effort and turns to get to a distant location. Imagine in real life a restaurant with all the tables together. Wouldn't that be nice? In the Critter Café, it's the same thing. Put at least one square (preferably two) between the tables to allow the waiter (you) to pass through smoothly. Also, don't go overboard with the number of tables, remember that you're serving yourself, you don't need so many tables, focus on doing something nice with a reasonable number of chairs and tables, just enough for the number of customers you're serving during the shift. When it comes to position, I'd stress not to leave unreachable spaces so as not to lose orders! Always leave a gap between the back of the chair or sofa and the wall to avoid this;

- How to take and deliver orders with maximum efficiency and nail the customer service minigames: In order to make the most profit you need to be organized, so I'll tell you how I do it: Focus on always taking 3 orders (the maximum you can take at the same time) and focus on doing the easiest and quickest minigames (like filling the coffee and choosing the right sweets shown). This allows you to place more orders until the store closes. Also, keep an eye out for the warning that time is running out! At this point you need to have 3 orders accepted, because after that the orders will disappear and you'll only be able to complete the ones you've accepted. As for the minigames, it involves practice, keep doing them or watch videos of content creators doing them so you can try to perfect them, ok?

- Anything else you think players should know about getting their café looking the way they want it or running it well: In addition to what I've already said, I believe the most important tip is “PROGRESS IN THE MAIN STORY”, this will unlock hundreds of different decorations and new critters as well as new mechanics in the game, it's essential to enjoy the game to the fullest and also to have the most beautiful café in the world, cheers!

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projectazone

Premise: not having the entire game, I can only give limited advice, surely those who have it in its entirety have access to many other opportunities but I can give advice for a small base.

Cafe theme: First of all, before starting the cafe (and I love designing) choose a theme on which to then focus each subsequent choice. Surely with the entire game you have access to many other resources, but you can already start choosing the theme, which could be the color, or the theme itself (for example floral, reminiscent of the forest etc..). Once you have thought about this, perhaps with a series of colors to adopt, you move on to the actual organization.

Cafe areas: Let's set up some cafe areas. For example, a table area and a relaxation area with maybe some beautiful armchairs and accessories for the creatures. A nice carpet, colored curtains, lights that illuminate the environment. On the other side, the tables with chairs and the counter. But first of all, let's clean up the initial boxes.

Furniture arrangement: I prefer a minimal environment, so I prefer to have space between one piece of furniture and another. Create individual areas where you can feel secluded. Each table with two chairs and a rug underneath. In the relaxation area, a small living room with a sofa and armchairs, maybe two at most.

Cafe and customer organization: Make a few orders at a time because making too many at once risks doing everything badly

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yan57436

Once I've set up my café and had a few good hours playing, I think it's best to follow these steps:

Cafe design: The first and most important thing, make something that suits YOUR dynamics, it's no use looking pretty and you can't get around properly, first think about practicality and how the environment reflects your personality, such as creating specific zones for different activities, like a dining area and another for entertaining critters.

Minigames: Learning and maximizing your efficiency in games is ideal, you end up wasting less time and making the most profit. I like to start with the easiest activities, allowing the minigame rotation to spin faster and me to make more money.

Map: EXPLORE THE MAP, it's great to enjoy all the environments and discover the eastereggs that are there, the game actually benefits you by being curious.

Furniture: Invest in unlocking new furniture, which will enhance the environment along with the decorations.

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TeaLeaf
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Here are my tips:

1.Try to keep the colors matching for a more balanced theme, but remember to not have everything be the exact same color as things might blend together a little too much. A good way to do it is to have neutrals as a base, with pops of color here and there.

2.It can be good to decorate your café in sections, think one dining area, one lounge area, one critter play area. That way it can look more organized and complete.

3.Make sure you give yourself enough space around the chairs and table so you can easily run around and take orders without getting stuck anywhere. Another good tip that I learned is that you can take multiple orders at once, that can speed things up a little versus only taking one order at a time.

4.Using the map and looking at the little signs to navigate is a good way to avoid getting lost. My other advise is to remember to just take a walk and explore without necessarily focusing on completing a quest, this game is beautiful and it's so nice to take a break and enjoy the scenery.

Nine's avatar
Nine

I have a few tips for decorating a Cafe in this critter Cafe game based on personal experience.

1. Think in advance what theme you will create or show for your own Cafe, also make sure you have taken all the Blueprints in each map.

2. Determine the layout of the Cafe will be used, whether you will divide into two different types in 1 Cafe or mix.

For the layout I have a few tips, make sure if you want to install chairs and tables or with more chairs in a row to provide 1-2 empty blocks.

That is used for us to open the way to serve buyers and if it's a sofa with a table in front and stick to the wall, give 1 empty block for us to enter.

When I first played this game, there were several customers that I couldn't serve because the road was blocked.

3. Make a Cafe layout that can give you an advantage where it can make it easier for you to serve buyers. For example, I give each table and chair 1 - 2 blocks to make it easier to serve orders without any obstacles.

4. Last but not least, I highly recommend that you complete all the missions, and take all the blue prints so that you can customize your Cafe to max potential

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GoJapan

As mentioned in another bounty, unfortunately I only played the DEMO, however with the few objects available, I created the café I dreamed of, mainly focused on gaming, placing cabinets at the entrance, a bookcase with magazines on video games, although more than I imagined they were something else, given that they were simple books, sofas and armchairs where you could discuss the latest video game releases, and generic paintings, but if I had had the chance to do so, I would definitely have wanted them with a video game theme, a sort of gaming café, with a hint of modern and feudal Japan of course. Of course, it would be nice to furnish the café in this way, I don't know if in the full version there are Japanese objects or objects more based on gaming, in any case I believe that you need to furnish the café according to your style, so choose the corresponding objects, avoiding say uuu how nice, now I'll put it, because then you find yourself in a mixed and confusing café.

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Limal

Like many have mentioned before, my café design has also devolved into placing bar chairs around the kitchen -no tables or decorations needed.

This is actually quite disappointing, as the larger room ends up completely unused. Since the game is about creating a cozy experience, why not remove the timers altogether? Instead, you could aim to serve a set number of orders: 5, 10, 15, or 20 per day (increasing as your café develops). This way, it wouldn’t matter how long it takes to serve that customer seated at the far end of your beautifully designed, cozy cafe.

In other words, replace the time-based system with an order-per-day target.

Sturmer's avatar
Sturmer

Since the game doesn’t reward you for decorating your café, the definition of "best" design boils down to completing the maximum number of orders per shift.

This ultimately means minimizing walking time between the kitchen and the customers. In practice, this often results in placing 1x1 chairs as close to the kitchen as possible, ensuring there’s just enough space to walk between them.

I’ve already shared my concerns about this design approach and potential solutions in my first impressions:

https://justabout.com/critter-cafe/37778/first-impressions-what-do-you-make-of-critter-cafe-so-far/replies/52087

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Irenkovsk

I would say that one piece of advice I’d give is

  • not to place the kitchen too far from the customers to speed up order delivery.

  • Also, you can arrange the decorations in a way that prevents NPCs from wandering too much, maximizing the possible clientele.

At least, that’s what I managed to understand from the demo I played.

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CMDR Henckes

After playing some times I notice some things in my original designs that doesn't help in my efficiency.

First, you don't need so much table and seats, just create some few tables and I recommend to let it easily reachable because if you put it to close to the wall or other table you have difficulty to pass through small spaces and tame more take to get the order or deliver it. Think the middle of your café the corridor to run freely without obstacles as well.

With that in mind we can go to the design part, you will want to let your café beautiful and there some tips in arts and architecture that will help you. And the first thing is contrast, you want your furniture to stand out and to do this you must create contrast so you must think the colours of the floor and wall together with the furniture colours. To reach a good result you must think with the basic, light colours and dark colours, so if you have a light environment your furniture will stand out if it is dark.

The other thing you must plan is the consistence, it will be strange if you mix too much colours or styles, so the better is to choose one singles style with one or two colours, and it will work better if you play with it using the high part to change the variety a little.

Use the balcony to put some stools as well, it doesn't need to be empty and will help to give life to your café.

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Vivisector

The first important thing for create a good enviroment is to calculate the space between tables/chiars/forniture. It is really important for you to have enough space for take all the orders because customers just sit whetever the chairs are. So press C after you place the tables and try to walk between them.

Bring the critters with you is good for the bond and the affairs so after rescue one make sure taking good care of the so FREAKING cute creatures :3

Do not forget to explore the areas in the map for found new furniture to add in your coffee shop. For example I found an arcade cabinet. This gave me enthusiasm because i'm a retroplayer and when you add your favourite things to the shop, the 'bond' between you and the game rises.

Pay the right attention for making perfect orders. Using keyboards or gamepad not make any difference, the important thing to do is to pay attention for using the right button, timing is the key. In fact its time to play this game :D

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dianthus

I think the most important part of designing your Café is decorating it in a way that you like :D This being said, here are a few tips / things to keep in mind:

  • the customers only care about being able to sit down-- you do not need to give them access to tables! you can only have chairs/sofa's if you want to;

  • you want to keep the seats easily accessible, as well as a relatively free path to and from the bar area where the mini-games live;

  • the mini-games and the new tool gift box are accessible from both sides of the counter-- but I advise you to keep the counter freely accessible from both sides, as you are running around you will enjoy having an extra second or so!

  • you will unlock decorating options as you progress through the game, so get in the habit of checking your inventory often! The game lets you redecorate as much and as often as you want, take advantage of that;

  • the Café is already partitioned in two cute little zones-- I like to seat my customers downstairs and keep it relatively clutter-free, and I use the upstairs space to unleash my inner maximalist decorator.

Concerning the mini-games, my only tip is to take orders (the raised hands) as fast as you can. You have more time to actually fulfill the orders than you have to take them. Sometimes when the Café opens for trade I even idle for a second or two just to make sure I've taken as many orders as I could.

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Chris Groves
dianthus

These are brilliant tips! Thank you so much for sharing :)

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TheGreatestBanana12

First of all you will want to clear up any boxes and anything that is broken and old and then you can start to add your new furniture how ever you want. my tip for starting out would be to arrange the tables closer to the kitchen area to begin with until to start to expand as this will allow you to server customers faster as you won't have quite as far to travel. my next tip would be to serve every customer as soon as possible as once last orders are called anyone waiting to be served will leave but if they will still wait for their order if they have been served before then so you might be able to serve a few extra customers doing this. My next tip is make sure you look for new critters when ever you can and make sure you look after them and keep their stamina up as then they will be able to help you in the cafe and certain bookings require you to have critters with certain features so the more critters you have the easier to complete the exact booking requests which means you will get more experience per booking. My next tip is take the time to explore as there are blueprints that you can find which will unlock new things for you to add to your cafe. My next tip is a simple one have fun!

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Solaris104

to furnish the shop you need to first understand the size of the room and then furnish it by carefully managing the spaces. the game in the demo version offers different types of furniture and different colors, some of which you can find by exploring the first area.

Ideal is to create a large space with chairs and tables with colors that are not too particular or bright. to make guests happier you can insert sofas so that customers are comfortable and then add tables with a nice carpet underneath, remove the boxes that give a bad impression and the wooden tables and replace them with elegant tables as well as insert paintings and lights to make the wealthy as welcoming as possible. a very important thing is not to create spaces that are too narrow or the character will struggle to pass. even colored curtains can greatly increase the quality of the place.

You also have to be quick to satisfy customer requests otherwise they leave and that's no good.

DU
Deleted user

I will try to respond as best as possible to every request according to my personal tastes and ideas.

Café customization and design

In the test I did with the demo version, I created a lounge bar-style café, but which also included corners dedicated to puppies, with bunks and games to entertain them with. Visitors to the bar can relax in an armchair, reading a book and enjoying the delicacies offered by the venue.

How to take and deliver orders with maximum efficiency and nail the customer service minigames

I think the best way is to first take all the orders, then deliver them. If you place chairs, sofas and armchairs near the kitchen, it is easier and faster to deliver the orders.

Anything else you think players should know about getting their café looking the way they want it or running it well

Unfortunately it is not possible to do much in the DEMO, so the advice is aimed at those who decide to purchase it. I think you need to unlock as much furniture as possible first, then you can create the café of your dreams. So initially the advice is not to dedicate too much to the furnishings but to be satisfied with what is necessary.

DU
Deleted user

There is no perfect guide to building a good café, but a lot depends on personal taste. What I can say is that you can do your best with what you have available. Of course, with more items and possibilities, the café can have a layout just like you dream of. My advice is to customize the café by choosing the style you want to achieve. For me, I start by picking colors that represent me. I prefer neutral colors in the background with colorful elements that bring in the green of nature, creating a calm and relaxing atmosphere. As for the furniture, I go for tables and chairs that fit this style, even if they are a little imperfect compared to the original style.

When it comes to arranging the tables, I always struggle a bit. I have a very schematic mind, and filling empty spaces often makes everything seem a bit chaotic. So, I try to leave plenty of space between the tables to give the impression that there’s freedom of movement. There might be fewer customers, but my eyes relax in spacious surroundings :D

When serving customers, organization is everything. Three orders at a time makes things go faster. And to unlock more things to add to the café, just keep progressing with the main story!

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Sora

  1. Café customisation and design : In my personal opinion, don't fill the tables and chairs too much, besides being able to hinder your movement, it can make your cafe look cramped. For the color, I suggest bright colors to depict cheerfulness and cuteness. And also don't forget to hang decorations on the floor and walls so that your cafe doesn't look too empty

  2. Café layout and how best to set up your tables and chairs : Don't forget to provide space between each chair or table, so that you don't have difficulty when taking orders or delivering them.

  3. How to take and deliver orders with maximum efficiency and nail the customer service minigames : I highly recommend to prioritize taking orders first, and prioritize working on the ones that are finished faster. And most importantly, always prioritize taking orders before the last order time before they cancel their orders.

  4. Anything else you think players should know about getting their café looking the way they want it or running it well : Always prioritize taking orders before the last order time before they cancel their orders.

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delaneyslife

Create it however you'd like and have fun with it

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lolpat

If you’re looking to make your café the coziest (and most profitable!) spot in Critter Café, here are some tips to help you design a space that’s both functional and adorable:

1. Plan Your Layout Wisely

Start by thinking about your café’s flow. Place furniture and decor in a way that allows your critter customers to move around easily. Avoid cramming tables too close together—it’s better to have a few well-spaced areas than a cluttered mess.

  • Pro Tip: Keep your counter near the entrance so orders can be taken quickly, and place the seating closer to the back for a cozy feel.

2. Choose a Theme

Give your café a personality by sticking to a theme! Whether it’s rustic, modern, or whimsical, matching furniture and decor will create a cohesive and inviting atmosphere. Experiment with color palettes and styles to see what fits your vibe.

3. Prioritize Comfort

Happy critters stay longer and spend more, so invest in comfortable furniture. Plush chairs, soft cushions, and cozy booths can go a long way in making your café feel like a home away from home.

4. Add Eye-Catching Decor

Use decorations to bring life to your café. Plants, wall art, fairy lights, and themed trinkets can make the space more inviting. Seasonal decor is also a great way to keep things fresh and attract repeat customers.

  • Pro Tip: Don’t forget about lighting! A mix of warm lights and natural sunlight creates the perfect cozy vibe.

5. Optimize the Kitchen

A well-organized kitchen is key to efficiency. Keep appliances and prep stations close together to save time when fulfilling orders. Upgrade equipment when possible to handle busier crowds.

6. Play to Your Critters’ Tastes

Pay attention to what your critter customers like. If you notice certain items on the menu are more popular, make them your signature dishes and decorate your café to reflect their charm (e.g., if pancakes are a hit, add pancake-themed decor!).

7. Don’t Forget Outdoor Spaces

If your café allows for outdoor seating, use it! Add tables, umbrellas, and garden decor to create an inviting patio area. Critters love fresh air, and it’s a great way to expand your seating capacity.

8. Upgrade Strategically

As you earn more, invest in upgrades that improve both aesthetics and functionality. Better seating, faster appliances, and premium decor will not only attract more critters but also keep them happier for longer.

9. Keep It Personal

Add a personal touch to your café. Whether it’s naming special menu items or decorating with your favorite pieces, let your creativity shine. The more unique your café feels, the more it stands out!

10. Have Fun With It!

Remember, the café is your space to design and enjoy. Play around with different styles, try new layouts, and experiment with features until you create a place that makes you smile every time you log in.

With these tips, your Critter Café will be the talk of the town (and the critter world). Happy decorating

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Hisoka213

Theme: Whimsical Forest Café

Imagine a magical forest where critters of all shapes and sizes come to relax, enjoy delicious treats, and socialize. The décor will highlight nature, with a touch of fantasy.

Step-by-Step Design with Items from the Game

  1. Entrance & Exterior

    • Signboard: A wooden sign shaped like a giant acorn with "Critters Café" carved into it.

    • Pathway: Cobblestone path surrounded by glowing mushrooms and firefly lanterns.

    • Outdoor Seating: Stump-shaped chairs and mushroom tables for critters who prefer fresh air.

  2. Main Seating Area

    • Furniture:

      • Tables shaped like leaves, acorns, and logs.

      • Chairs with cushion designs resembling flowers and ferns.

    • Flooring: Wooden planks with grassy rugs scattered across the floor.

    • Decorative Items:

      • A crystal terrarium centerpiece on every table.

      • Hanging ivy vines from the ceiling.

      • Critter-themed art, like portraits of foxes, owls, and rabbits enjoying coffee.

  3. Barista Station

    • Bar Counter: A polished tree trunk with glowing runes along the sides.

    • Coffee Machines: A copper espresso machine with a critter paw emblem.

    • Display Case: A glass case filled with pastries such as:

      • Berry Muffins

      • Honeycomb Donuts

      • Acorn Macarons

  4. Critter Spaces

    • Mini-Tables: Tiny setups for small critters like squirrels and birds.

    • Critter Nooks: Hidden cubbies in the walls filled with cushions for naps.

    • Play Area: A critter jungle gym with rope bridges and tunnels for active guests.

  5. Kitchen Area

    • Food Items:

      • Acorn Cakes

      • Carrot Lattes

      • Forest Berry Smoothies

    • Storage: Barrels labeled “Nut Flour,” “Honey Syrup,” and “Berry Jam.”

  6. Lighting & Ambiance

    • Lights:

      • Hanging lanterns shaped like fireflies.

      • Glow-in-the-dark flowers on shelves.

    • Music: A soft melody of flutes and forest sounds playing in the background.

  7. Interactive Elements

    • Special Furniture:

      • A reading corner with tiny bookshelves featuring titles like “Tales of the Critter World.”

    • Events: A stage for open mic nights where critters can share poetry or sing.

    • Customization Board: A spot for critters to pin notes or doodles on a corkboard shaped like a tree trunk.

  8. Unique Additions

    • Mystical Critter Statue: A life-sized statue of the café’s mascot, a friendly raccoon barista holding a steaming mug.

    • Potion Bar: A magical drink corner offering glowing potions like “Pixie Lemonade” and “Moonlight Tea.”

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