The Best of »Falstaff Restaurant & Pub Guide 2026« in Bern
Markus Arnold invites guests to the historical museum and takes them on a gastronomic journey in his Steinhalle. The chef enjoys travelling himself and translates these new impressions and inspirations from Asia or America into creative and delicious gourmet menus.
Bowls in all variations are just as much a theme in this elegant eatery in the heart of Bern as the "Grand Tavolata", where chef Domingo S. Dominigo serves up the finest world cuisine. Exciting selection of drinks, including sake from the Camargue.
Innovative contemporary dishes are prepared here without frills using regional, seasonal produce. Those who opt for the carte blanche have a vegetarian option. Recommended, as some of the vegetables are grown in the restaurant's own garden.
In the centre of Bern's old town, Zoe takes vegetables to a new level - creative, exciting and to the point. Fabian Raffeiner does not vivid fine dining with a stiff corset, but rather a cuisine that is fun and at the same time shows what is possible with vegetables today.
Jack's Brasserie is a Bernese institution with classic French cuisine and legendary schnitzel. The Art Nouveau architecture creates an elegant setting that is reminiscent of the great brasserie tradition and characterises the restaurant's special character.
Chef Pascal Melliger has talent, as every plate that leaves his kitchen proves. In the evening, he cooks in several acts, in which he likes to use meat from the Jaun family butchery. His partner and owner Daniela Jaun always finds the right wine.
Having moved from Biel/Bienne to Bern, the hosts are now located in the beautiful Marzili neighbourhood in the even more beautiful former Marzer restaurant. The evening programme is a multi-course menu with a Mediterranean influence, but the gourmet restaurant is also open for cosy lunch breaks.
At the Essort restaurant, Ben and Sara Jann's team are guided by the seasons. The small menu guarantees the freshness of the dishes. Guests choose whether they want their menu with or without meat and whether it should consist of three, four, five or six courses.
Here you can start the evening with Spanish tapas, after which chef and owner Dirk Wagner offers top-quality dishes. The Casa Novo scores points in summer with its terrace overlooking the River Aare and in winter with the elegant ambience of its wine bar.
You feel at home here because the dishes are placed in the centre of the table for sharing. Only seasonal, local and sustainably produced ingredients are used in the pots and pans. A fine selection of natural wines is served in the cosy pub.
The Hellys restaurant welcomes its guests in a sober and purist style. Selected wines and fantastic cocktails are served in the bar at the front, while the restaurant offers elegant dining at the back. The pasta courses are unforgettable and the baguette tastes as fresh as in France.
In this restaurant, the name says it all. With a marvellous view of the mountains, you can enjoy classic brasserie cuisine with modern elements. From beef tartare to bouillabaisse and rack of lamb, everything is served exactly as it should taste.
Kirchenfeld in Bern offers Italian bistro cuisine in a relaxed setting. The food is uncomplicated and prepared with a sense for good ingredients - with a style reminiscent of a trattoria and, thanks to the friendly service, also in the garden, makes you want to socialise.
Cappuccino and espresso are also available, but wine plays an even bigger role here than coffee. Dynamic, often biodynamic winegrowers supply the bottles, while the kitchen prepares classics and novelties. The entrecôte in the pan is a firm favourite.
The Kornhauskeller in Bern, affectionately called "Chübu" by the locals, impresses with its mighty vaults and unique atmosphere. The cuisine focuses on Swiss classics and skilfully interprets them. A place that shows that tradition can be very much alive.
The warm hospitality and delicious Italian dishes have long made the Lorenzini a Bernese institution. On the ground floor you can enjoy a coffee or a glass of wine, while on the floor above you can feast on pasta and tagliati to your heart's content.
In the mighty vaults of Bern's Kornhaus, Più strikes a precise note between grandeur and everyday suitability. Neapolitan pizza, fresh pasta, fish, meat and vegan dishes - supported by good organisation, attentive service and clear style.
The Verdi of the Bindella companies is a favourite haunt of federal councillors, business people and lovers. Here, delicious cuisine from the central Italian region of Emilia-Romagna is served in an elegant atmosphere. The cellar is stocked with fine Italian wines to match.
The popular neighbourhood bistro offers the perfect menu from morning to night. Whether it's coffee, a hangover breakfast at the weekend or a delicious dinner; "tout Berne" meets at Viktoriaplatz. The style is uncomplicated and the natural wine bubbles out of the taps.
Stefan Zingg and Sabine Nussbaum are the heart and soul of this stylish, somewhat hidden brasserie in Bern's Länggass student neighbourhood. The two thoroughbred restaurateurs work in a consistently sustainable manner and focus on freshness and warmth in their bijou.