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 Best Restaurants in ZurichZurich boasts a plethora of eateries catering to just about
every nationality under the sun, including, of course, restaurants
with strong French, German and Italian influences. Try the
delicious traditional Christmas snack,
, which are hard, thin and very sweet biscuits made
from flour and honey - popular in other countries too and bound to
well up oodles of nostalgia in anyone who has ever tasted one.
a veal stew made with mushrooms,
white wine and cream is a must while in Zurich, and visitors will
notice potato R?¶sti is a popular local dish. Other famous exports
not to be missed are, of course, the decadent and delicious Swiss
chocolates as well as Swiss cheeses like Emmental, Gruy?¨re,
Vacherin, and Appenzeller. Other famous Swiss culinary inventions
include fondue and muesli. The left bank and right bank areas are where all the best
restaurants can be found and it is customary to make reservations
in advance. For special occasions, the restaurants at the top of
the Uetliberg have fantastic views. A service charge of 15% is
usually included in restaurant bills and further tipping is
unnecessary but leftover change is always appreciated. |
Seerose
With one of the best locations in Zurich, the Seerose offers a
romantic element to Zurich dining. Situated on the vast lake,
guests are surrounded by water, quaint boats, city lights and
majestic snow-capped mountains. Whether you are looking for a sunny
and crisp lunchtime venue or an evening out, with a European flair,
the Seerose will fulfil your expectations. Reminiscent of a yacht
on the Mediterranean with elegant beachhouse trimmings, the Seerose
serves up fresh cuisine ranging from seafood to curry. Start with
goat's cheese and honey on a salad bouquet or a Salade Noel, with
chicory, nuts, fresh fruits and an Indian sauce. Popular mains
include moule et frites and duck l'orange or for the more
adventurous, a red beef curry. Open daily for lunch and dinner,
booking recommended.
CUISINE: International
Address: Seestrasse 493
Website: seerose.dinning.ch |
Chez Crettol
A trip to Switzerland would be incomplete without sampling
traditional Swiss fare. A country famous for cheese, most notably
the tasty Gruyere variety, communal dishes such as Raclette and
Fondue are commonplace in both Swiss homes and upmarket
restaurants. Ideal for a wintery treat, head to Chez Crettol where
these particular dishes are the speciality. With a selection of
Fondues to choose from, patrons can while away the time dipping,
twirling and eating and finishing off with a zesty local white
wine. For those who can't handle more than a few mouthfuls of
bread, opt for Raclette, which is a combination of boilt potatoes,
pickled onions and gherkins, drizzled with melted cheese, which is
scraped off a melting block. For a heart-warming Swiss evening, a
warm crackling fireplace and an understated environment that looks
characteristically similar to a Swiss dining room, Chez Crettol is
the place. Open daily for dinner.
CUISINE: Local
Address: Florastrasse 22, Kusnacht |
Caf?© Bar Od?©on
This trendy cafe and bar, formerly a coffeehouse where the
pre-revolutionary Lenin met intellectuals, has been transformed
into a art-noveau eatery frequented by locals and tourists alike.
Other celebrities to have dines here include the likes of Joyce,
Einstein, Mata Hari and Mussolini. Nowadays it is the bourgeois
chic crowd who like to dine on fine pasta dishes and other
delicious dishes. This eatery remains open late so expect an
eventful evening! Reservations recommended.
CUISINE: Caf?©
STYLE: Trendy
Address: Limmatquai 2
Website: www.odeon.ch |
Hummerbar
Located in the St Gotthard Hotel, the Hummerbar (Lobster Bar) is
one of Zurich's top dining spots. The rich scarlet d?©cor and dark
wood creates the perfect setting for a romantic dinner. Fresh
caviar, oysters and shellfish are flown in daily from Iran, and
woven into the menu of classical French cuisine with a
Mediterranean flair. Open Monday to Thursday for dinner and
breakfast, lunch and dinner on weekends.
CUISINE: Seafood
STYLE: Romance
Address: Hotel St Gotthard, Bahnhofstrasse 87
Website: www.hotelstgotthard.ch |
Veltliner Keller
Established in 1325 as a wine cellar and a restaurant in 1551,
Veltliner Keller evokes a sense of history and charm in its
detailed wooden panelling. Orginally used to store Italian-Swiss
wines that were transported to Zurich over the Alps, this
delightful restaurant offers wholesome, heart cuisine that will not
disappoint. The seasonal menu includes Swiss and Italian dishes as
well as the traditional Zurich dish,
(sliced veal and mushrooms in a white
wine sauce).
CUISINE: Local
STYLE: Romance
Address: Schl??sselgasse 8
Website: www.veltlinerkeller.ch |
Blaue Ente
Situated on the site of a 300-year old mill, this slick modern
restaurant draws trendsetters from the advertising and arts scene
who are attracted by the modern approach to fresh ingredients and
light cuisine. Duck ('blaue ente' means 'blue duck') is the house
speciality and comes in various forms. Other dishes include fish
and crustaceans, loin of lamb, vegetarian curry and pastas.
Reservations recommended.
CUISINE: Modern Eclectic
Address: Seefeldstrasse 223
Website: www.blaue-ente.ch |
Zeughauskeller
The huge dining hall built in 1487, with thick stone pillars,
wooden beams and a decorative ceiling, was originally the city's
armoury, and the medieval character of the restaurant is
highlighted by the d?©cor, with weapons and paintings from the
Middle Ages, and waitresses in old-fashioned costume. Known for its
tasty traditional Swiss meals, the portions are hearty and served
with local beer. Classic speciality dishes include the Zurich-style
sliced veal and mushrooms and r?¶sti potatoes. Zeughauskeller also
offers a wide variety of different types of sausage. Open daily
from 11.30am. Reservations recommended.
CUISINE: Local
Address: Bahnhofstrasse 28a, Paradeplatz (Left Bank)
Website: www.zeughauskeller.ch |
Zunfthaus Zur Zimmerleuten
Originally the carpenter's guildhall, Zunfthaus Zur Zimmerleuten
is one of the architectural showpieces of Zurich. Up a flight of
Baroque stairs, the elegant dining room serves up dishes that
combine Zurich specialities with chef innovations, including the
Lake Zurich fish soup with garlic rouille or the triple fillet
accompanied with r?¶sti and cream sauce. Reservations recommended.
Open daily.
CUISINE: Local
Address: Limmatquai 40 (Right Bank)
Website: www.zunfthaus-zimmerleuten.ch/ |
Kronenhalle
One of Zurich's most famous restaurants, Kronenhalle is the
place to see and be seen, and over the years has attracted
celebrity greats such as James Joyce, Pablo Picasso, Richard
Strauss and Yves Saint-Laurent. The interior is decorated with
original works of famous 20th-century artists including Picasso,
Matisse and Mir??. The fare is traditional Swiss and includes huge
portions of r?¶sti, a delicious herring in double cream, veal steak
and duck liver. Reservations are essential.
CUISINE: Local
Address: R?¤mistrasse 4 (Right Bank)
Website: www.kronenhalle.com |
Rico's Kunststuben
Widely considered to be one of the finest restaurants in
Switzerland, even perhaps the whole of Europe, maestro chef and
owner Horst Petermann's award-winning reputation attracts the
wealthy gourmets of Zurich and boasts a celebrity list that
includes the Swiss president, singer Tina Turner (who lives nearby)
and the emperor of Japan. The restaurant is in the lakeside town of
Kusnacht, about 15 minutes from the city, housed in an elegantly
decorated building that was once an art gallery. The menu changes
regularly, and can include outstanding speciality lobster dishes or
a number of other inventive dishes such as Tuscan dove, scampi
lasagne in lemongrass sauce or stuffed squid with a fennel confit.
All entr?©es, desserts and cheeses are of exceptional quality, as is
the wine cellar. Open for lunch and dinner Tuesday to Saturday.
Advance booking essential.
CUISINE: French
Address: Seestrasse 160, K??snacht
Website: www.kunststuben.com |
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