"Waterside" Restaurants in Canton Zurich
On Lake Zurich in Wollishofen, Wöschi shows just how relaxed fine dining can be. Innovative surprise menus are served, precisely cooked and imaginatively realised. The glass front and lakeside terrace make it one of the best places to enjoy Zurich by the water.
Since 1348, the Zunfthaus zum Rüden has graced the banks of the Limmat with its magnificent Gothic wooden ceiling. Despite its centuries-old history, the kitchen sets modern accents with its contemporary market cuisine. But the classics can hardly be better prepared than here.
Perched high above Zurich, the Obere Triemli has been a place to eat, drink and swap stories with a view of the city for decades - cult status included. Everyone meets here, from hikers to night owls, and people rarely go home after just one glass.
All that's missing is the fresh sea breeze, otherwise you'll feel like you're on holiday on the Côte d'Azur here at the Seerose. French-Mediterranean cuisine, white décor and blue summer umbrellas - the Seerose invites you to linger for several hours. An absolute hotspot in summer.
Chez Fritz in Kilchberg is one of the most charming restaurants directly on Lake Zurich. The Mediterranean-inspired cuisine offers highlights such as Entrecôte Café de Paris, Beef Tatar and fresh fish dishes. The terrace with lake view invites you to linger.
Since 1990, Portofino has been bringing a southern lifestyle to Lake Zurich. Neapolitan pizzas from the original oven, homemade pasta and fine fish dishes are served in the extraordinary glass pavilion in winter and on the cosy terrace in summer.
The wonderful view of the lake should not hide the fact that the food here is also excellent. There is contemporary Italian cuisine, prepared with the best ingredients and a lot of love.
Right on the shores of Lake Zurich, Fischer's Fritz serves fresh fish from the house fisherman and delights diners with classics such as Fischchnusperli. On the terrace, a glass of rosé under the white parasol almost feels like a holiday in Provence.
Restaurant, beer garden and brunch venue. L'O, located directly on Lake Zurich, is the perfect destination for sun worshippers and gastronomic connoisseurs to enjoy maritime delights and savoury, market-fresh cuisine. With 300 hand-picked wines, the wine list leaves nothing to be desired.
Be sure to note the name suffix! "Haus am See" tells you everything you need to know about the restaurant. The location on Lake Zurich is an attraction, as is the Italian-style marinated whitefish. A few Thai dishes round off the menu.
Regional ingredients meet creative craftsmanship: seasonal menus that combine tradition and modernity are created in the late Gothic Gasthof Hirschen. Delicate flavours, lovingly prepared - a gastronomic experience on the Rhine.
Right on the shores of Lake Zurich, guests at Löwen are spoilt with classic Swiss cuisine. The meat specialities from the hot stone are just as delicious as the sophisticated burger variations and the light starters. Great selection of local and regional wines.
One of the most popular spots on Lake Zurich in summer: Michél Peclard's Pumpstation serves uncomplicated grilled dishes, cool drinks and a view that makes every sunset even more beautiful. If you manage to get a table here, you'll be happy to stay longer than planned.
Fairness, and not just when it comes to menu prices, is important to the team at the restaurant in the Rote Fabrik. The spaghetti Napoli is famous throughout the city and five freshly cooked dishes are offered daily during the week, with extensive breakfasts served at the weekend.
All the senses are perfectly catered for at the Steinburg. The fresh, classic dishes with Mediterranean accents are a complete delight. The view of Lake Zurich and its hustle and bustle is equally enchanting. As if that wasn't enough: the wine list! Full of fine treasures.