Barrier-free – restaurants in Canton Zürich
The creations that Heiko Nieder presents to his guests are characterized by an impressive spectrum of aromas. He finds the ingredients and inspiration for his six- or eight-course tasting menu all over the world. Of course, the wine list is also spectacular.
The Pavillon, designed by star architect Pierre-Yves Rochon, is worth a visit not only because of its location in the park of the Baur au Lac. Top chef Laurent Eperon's cuisine combines classic French and modern elements to create an elegant and contemporary whole.
With a view of the rooftops of the Limmat city, chef Stefan Jäckel beguiles with classic dishes with a sophisticated twist. His great love of the sea is infectious and is reflected in the menu, but local ingredients such as in-house city honey also find their place.
Maison Manesse stays true to its moto of "Fun Fine Dining." Under chef Benjamin Plsek, seasonal ingredients become works of art on the plate, with surprising twists. Despite the double star, service is casual, informal, and cordial.
At Wirtschaft im Franz, chef Sebastian Funck relies on first-class organic products. Seasonal vegetables are usually the focus, while meat and fish add flavourful accents. There is also an interesting selection of naturally produced wines.
At parkhuus in the Park Hyatt Hotel, sustainability is close to chef Tarik Lange's heart. He mainly uses ingredients from local forests, meadows and waters, even herbs from his own roof garden. His creative dishes nevertheless retain a down-to-earth feel.
You'll find as much Italianità at Gandria in only a few other places in Zurich. No wonder, after all, the entire kitchen brigade comes from the "bel paese". Adriano Peroncini's cuisine is classically Italian, with some modern elements. The wine list is also exciting.
Both the décor of Gamper Restaurant and Marius Frehner's authentic seasonal cuisine are restrained in the best sense of the word. If you cook like he does, the quality of the ingredients must be right, because they are always the focus of his menus.
Rosa Pulver brings carefree hospitality and modern cuisine to Winterthur. Michael Dobler cooks seasonal dishes that are creative without being too outlandish. It's best to let the kitchen choose the food and order the Rosa Pulver menu.
High enjoyment in the countryside probably describes Gasthof Sternen in Wangen best. Perfectly coordinated taste creations from market-fresh ingredients meet an outstanding wine list and a host couple with great host quality.
The Bordone brothers have taken over the management of Ristorante Ornellaia in the spring of 2023. Gino is in the kitchen, Antonio acts as host. The restaurant continues to serve refined Italian cuisine, albeit somewhat simpler than before. The wine list is still terrific.
LaSalle in the Schiffbau presents itself as a modern glass cube in the middle of the historic shipbuilding hall. Here, guests enjoy French and Italian dishes and fine wines. The bar is the meeting place before and after theatre performances and concerts.
Da Angela is an oasis of tranquillity on the outskirts of the city. In the large garden or elegant dining room you can enjoy classic Italian cuisine and attentive service. The homemade pasta is particularly popular. It's accompanied by a curated selection of Italian wines.
The restaurant has been in Opfikon since 1882. It is a veritable fountain of wonders, especially for wine lovers. There are over 120 positions on tap alone. In addition, there is a good home-style seasonal cuisine, here and there with an Asian or Mediterranean touch.
DAR has a special double meaning: in Moroccan, the word means "house," in Spanish, "give". In this restaurant, Zineb Hattab honours her Moroccan roots, but often adds a Spanish touch to the dishes. All dishes and drinks are vegan.
At the cozy Lotti, it's quite possible to forget the hustle and bustle of downtown Zurich for a moment. Warm hosts, delicious coffee, a small lunch menu, and meat and vegetables from the wood-fired grill in the evening. Enjoyment can be this simple and delicious.
Directly on Bahnhofstrasse, the timelessly chic ambience of the Carlton is the perfect place to enjoy top-quality gastronomic delights. Whether for a trip through the opulent wine list, the classic "Tea Time" or a menu devised by Philipp Heering at the highest level, the Carlton is for connoisseurs.
The centrepiece of George is a lava stone grill on which aged cuts of meat, shellfish and fish are cooked to perfection. With a magnificent view over the city, guests can enjoy the restaurant’s modern ambience and exquisite wines from the wine list.
At the centre of Ginger, two masters of their craft have been standing behind a wooden counter for 23 years, preparing sushi from selected fish according to all the rules of the art. Guests can use the silent conveyor belt to their heart's content and enjoy a sensual experience.
In the Gourmet-Stübli at Wirtshaus zum Wiberg, garden and meadow cuisine has been celebrated at the highest level for over 20 years. A visit is especially recommended during the game season, when the cuisine in the former hayloft is at its best.