Waterside – restaurants in Canton Zürich
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.
Here, tradition meets modernity, on the menu and in the elegant dining room. The restaurant is a "tribute to Zurich". So you can find a perfect Zürcher Geschnetzeltes and local wines on the menu, but there are also dishes and drinks from exotic climes.
The Obere Triemli has been owned by the same family since 1859 and is now run by the fifth generation with Fabian Gallmann. On the menu are traditional dishes from Switzerland, France and Italy, served in the secluded garden or in the cosy guest rooms.
Here you will find a wonderful lake view and a delicious selection of no-frills dishes prepared by an experienced kitchen team from the best ingredients. A highlight is the Catch of the Day, delivered by fisherman Adrian - fresh from Lake Zurich.
The Bienengarten in Dielsdorf fascinates with tasty down-to-earthness. The regional cuisine bears witness to craftsmanship and loving preparation. A place where enjoyment is celebrated in its most honest form. Tip: the Metzgete and the game menu.
On the shores of Lake Zurich, the terrace of Chez Fritz is a great place to relax. The menu, with French and Mediterranean influences, offers varied gastronomic delights and the view of the sunset invites you to linger.
Directly on the lake, the Fischers Fritz with its long tables and white parasols is almost the Côte d'Azur! As the name suggests, all kinds of fish specialties are served by Adrian Gerny, the only professional fisherman on Lake Zurich.
Portofino in Thalwil offers good food in a unique location. Italian specialties are served in the beautiful glass pavilion and on the large garden terrace directly on the lake. There are antipasti, primi, pizza and secondi with meat and fish.
Wöschi has been under new management since the end of 2022: David Klocksin is in the kitchen, while Stephanie Ospelt is in the dining room. They operate "casual fine dining": there is a daily dinner menu made from fresh seasonal ingredients. On Sunday, brunch classics are served.
The Seerose can be visited by private boat thanks to its own boat moorings. But you can also reach the bistro on the water by car or public transport. It offers French-Mediterranean cuisine and a magnificent view of the lake and mountains.
In picturesque Eglisau, between the Rhine and the vineyards, lies the Gasthof Hirschen. Whether it's local specialties, Alsatian tarte flambée or Züri Gschnätzlets, this traditional house places great emphasis on careful cooking - and you can taste it!
Directly on the shore of Lake Zurich, L'O offers a magnificent view. On the menu are Mediterranean dishes, which are prepared from market-fresh ingredients in the open kitchen before the eyes of the guests. The wine list also leaves nothing to be desired.
At Löwen Meilen, modern gastronomic art merges with a centuries-old traditional house. Directly on the lake, exclusive fish specialities are at the centre of the house's cuisine. Vegetarian dishes made from local and seasonal ingredients complement the menu perfectly.
In summer, the whole of Zurich gathers at the pavilion by the lake, the pumping station. Here you can drink and barbecue: vegetables, sausage, but above all the famous “Pumpi-Spiess”. The food – like the service and the atmosphere – is relaxed and uncomplicated.
From the terrace you can watch the hustle and bustle of the ships on the lake. The classic cuisine with Mediterranean influences tastes even better. This is accompanied by an exciting selection of wines with well-known and lesser-known labels from Europe and the New World.
Right on the lake and not at all stuffy: Ziegel oh Lac is the restaurant of the former “alternative cultural centre” Rote Fabrik. Here you can enjoy fine dishes and drinks made from organic ingredients with a view of the lake, without ruining yourself financially.