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A cute and friendly cafe offering brunch, pastries, and coffee/tea! We did to go both times and service was quick, friendly, and professional. The raspberry scone was made with real raspberries; the matcha latte with honey was decadent and had a strong vanilla flavor from the soy milk; and the rhubarb tart was both tangy and sweet. Definitely a cute spot to check out!
There are three locations of this bakery. We walked to this location from our hotel. We waited in line and were seated. Then we order at the counter. Most people went with the avocado toast, while I went with the miso portobello toast. It was quite pricy at 18CHF and an additional 4.5CHF for a poached egg. While it was good, I don't think the price is reflective of its value. My friend however loved their baked goods and went back again the next day.
Stumbled upon this cute little coffee shop in Zurich on a Thursday early afternoon to grab some pastries. There's a wide array of pastries and sweets from cookies to cakes and everything looked so good. I decided to order their lemon cake along with a seasonal cherry tart. The cherry tart was okay. It may have been because we had come in later in the day around 3pm, but the crust tasted a bit stale. The cherry filling was tart which helped to salvage itself, but the real star was the lemon cake. If you're a fan of lemon, then you will love this cake! It's super tart and there's a layer of sour puckering lemony goodness on top of the cake as if the directly squeezed fresh lemon juice on the cake. The cake is also fluffy and moist making it one of the best lemon cakes I've ever had. Indoor and outdoor seating is available and although it was pretty busy, we were still able to grab a table outside. The servers at the front of the pastry counter were all very friendly and helpful.
Came here while visiting Zurich and had a delicious breakfast. We went on a weekday but had to wait in a short line as we didn't have a reservation, and were eventually able to sit outside. We ordered a matcha and coffee for drinks and a pain au chocolate, chocolate-banana roll, and a bagel with scrambled eggs. The bagel and cream cheese were alright, but the real stars were the pastries. I wanted to try some of the other rolls, if only I had more room in my stomach. I also really loved their plates - different colorful floral patterns on each and they were beautiful. Overall enjoyed the meal and would recommend!
I absolutely adored my visit to Babu's. We arrived right at 8A as I expected, coming off of a direct flight from Cairo. I thought I'd planned everything out perfectly by making a rezzie weeks in advance and was so proud of myself as we walked in right on time (after clearing customs and training in) only to find out I'd made the booking for the following day. The host was super accommodating and gave us a lovely table indoors, which was nice since it was raining outside and I'd wanted to be indoors. He confirmed we wouldn't need our reservation for the following day and we ordered a la carte at the front counter. Everything in Babu's is super cute, warm, and welcoming. It felt like a friends cozy cottage. It was everything and more that I was in desperate need of after a chaotic week in Egypt. The pastries looked incredible! One delish option after another. I'd normally order a latte and a pastry but I was really craving a hot breakfast so I opted for the Nutella Pancakes and an oat cappuccino. I hadn't had oat milk in over a week and I was brought back to life by this meal and the atmosphere here. Service was great and I'd definitely return. To dine indoors you'll need your vaccine records and they will be checked, we had ours and our previously taken covid test to fly home into the states so we were able to have our table. Keep this in mind when booking and be ready to present to them. Lovely experience that I am beyond thankful for. I will say our two meals and two espresso bevvies were 65 francs (70usd), so not exactly an inexpensive meal but I could not have cared less, I was just so happy to be here. I could have sat here for hours but after brekke it was time to explore Zurich!
Babu's is a super cute coffee shop and brunch spot in Zurich! It reminds me of the spots we have in LA. It was super busy on a Saturday morning and I showed up without a reservation. Since I was alone, the waitress let me have a table but said it was only free for 30 minutes. I was fine with this since I just wanted to try some pastries. I ordered the apple cinnamon roll and a berry yogurt with fruit and granola. The cinnamon roll was not too sweet - definitely felt more healthy than say an American cinnamon roll. The bits of apple were a nice twist! It came out cold - I would've preferred if it were warmed up. The yogurt was my favorite part. Really delicious flavor with fresh fruit and the granola added a good crunch. I will say it took at least 10-15 min for it to be brought to my table, which I was a bit surprised by since I thought both were ready to order. Even the guy who ordered a dish with eggs after me got his food first. They have indoor and outdoor seating, but don't be like me and show up without a reservation especially if you want to try their hot food. Bathroom available. I loved the use of colorful plates and the mix of chairs and table styles. It's like being in someone's home. Definitely would come here a lot if I were a local!
Probably one of the best places I've been to for breakfast . The croissant was so yummy ,yogurt so fresh & they served very good coffee . They have a lovely seating area outside so you just sit there and enjoy a really nice breakfast . Very close to Bahnhofstrasse and the old town ,train station so a really good location .
We just had a wonderful breakfast. Also, egg Benedict was great. Service was very great even it was very crowded
Hidden gem! I came to this brunch spot based on a referral from a friend. Reservation needed if you want a guarantee seating. Luckily I got a table right away without reservations and they were happy to accommodate. I ordered their Cappuccino with bacon avocado eggs Benedict over sweet toast. Super delicious breakfast combo! Have to say this place is really good. Superb staff! Menus in various languages. Delicious carrot cake as well. Definitely going to come back again!
We had a delicious breakfast! The hash browns with eggs and bacon was delicious and the orange juice - both alone or in a mimosa - was delicious. The inside was very cute, you order at the counter and they bring your food out. The service was fast!
What to get: Focaccia roll - good savory option. They serve it by warming it up. It was so soft and fluffy. Caffe Mocha - it was good but you can probably get a mocha from Starbucks just as good and cheaper. You can skip: Cinnamon apple roll - did not have a lot of cinnamon and had a few slices of apple. The bread was soft and quite dense. Maybe would have been better warmed up? Croissant - a good croissant but nothing special. Chai latte - the chai was very subtle. Overall, we thought the focaccia roll was worth getting! It's also very unclear about the table/sitting situation. We walked in and waited in line to order to get some pastries and coffee before heading out to Old Town. We thought the table area was for ordering real breakfast. The woman at the register asked us for our table number after ordering and we told her we didn't have a number. She said we couldn't order without a table so I asked if it was possible to get it to go. The person before me had also gotten something to go so I didn't see why it was a problem. I packed our stuff but definitely gave some attitude. She could have asked before we ordered or the place could have a sign about the tables.
Loved this place! We came here on a Saturday morning and we got seated quickly without a reservation. you can scan a QR code to order and pay so your food comes out fast and you don't have to wait for the check after. We had the yogurt crunchy bowl, eggs florentine, warm walnut maple scone with cream and jam, dirty chai latte, and a vanilla matcha latte and everything was delicious. This space is bigger than you'd think and feels very homey for a nice breakfast. read more
6 months ago
This was a delightful little find. We were out walking on a Saturday morning and stumbled upon this place. We were warmly greeted. They did ask if we had a reservation which we didn't but still got a table because we were early. Otherwise, it appeared you did need a reservation. We ordered two bagel sandwiches and a chocolate croissant to split. The bagel sandwiches were delicious and the croissant was divine. My husband ordered an americano coffee and I got the cinnamon latte which was delicious. The bakery is decorated nicely and they have plenty to choose from. I would recommend checking this bakery out if you're in the area. read more
Really cool coffee shop I came across in Zurich. So many pastries and coffee choices. Lots of seating inside and some outside. The latte was delicious and had great flavor. The service was great and though the place was busy my coffee came out really quickly. read more
A cute and friendly cafe offering brunch, pastries, and coffee/tea! We did to go both times and service was quick, friendly, and professional. The raspberry scone was made with real raspberries; the matcha latte with honey was decadent and had a strong vanilla flavor from the soy milk; and the rhubarb tart was both tangy and sweet. Definitely a cute spot to check out! read more
There are three locations of this bakery. We walked to this location from our hotel. We waited in line and were seated. Then we order at the counter. Most people went with the avocado toast, while I went with the miso portobello toast. It was quite pricy at 18CHF and an additional 4.5CHF for a poached egg. While it was good, I don't think the price is reflective of its value. My friend however loved their baked goods and went back again the next day. read more
Stumbled upon this cute little coffee shop in Zurich on a Thursday early afternoon to grab some pastries. There's a wide array of pastries and sweets from cookies to cakes and everything looked so good. I decided to order their lemon cake along with a seasonal cherry tart. The cherry tart was okay. It may have been because we had come in later in the day around 3pm, but the crust tasted a bit stale. The cherry filling was tart which helped to salvage itself, but the real star was the lemon cake. If you're a fan of lemon, then you will love this cake! It's super tart and there's a layer of sour puckering lemony goodness on top of the cake as if the directly squeezed fresh lemon juice on the cake. The cake is also fluffy and moist making it one of the best lemon cakes I've ever had. Indoor and outdoor seating is available and although it was pretty busy, we were still able to grab a table outside. The servers at the front of the pastry counter were all very friendly and helpful. read more
1 year ago
2 years ago
Came here while visiting Zurich and had a delicious breakfast. We went on a weekday but had to wait in a short line as we didn't have a reservation, and were eventually able to sit outside. We ordered a matcha and coffee for drinks and a pain au chocolate, chocolate-banana roll, and a bagel with scrambled eggs. The bagel and cream cheese were alright, but the real stars were the pastries. I wanted to try some of the other rolls, if only I had more room in my stomach. I also really loved their plates - different colorful floral patterns on each and they were beautiful. Overall enjoyed the meal and would recommend! read more
5 years ago
I absolutely adored my visit to Babu's. We arrived right at 8A as I expected, coming off of a direct flight from Cairo. I thought I'd planned everything out perfectly by making a rezzie weeks in advance and was so proud of myself as we walked in right on time (after clearing customs and training in) only to find out I'd made the booking for the following day. The host was super accommodating and gave us a lovely table indoors, which was nice since it was raining outside and I'd wanted to be indoors. He confirmed we wouldn't need our reservation for the following day and we ordered a la carte at the front counter. Everything in Babu's is super cute, warm, and welcoming. It felt like a friends cozy cottage. It was everything and more that I was in desperate need of after a chaotic week in Egypt. The pastries looked incredible! One delish option after another. I'd normally order a latte and a pastry but I was really craving a hot breakfast so I opted for the Nutella Pancakes and an oat cappuccino. I hadn't had oat milk in over a week and I was brought back to life by this meal and the atmosphere here. Service was great and I'd definitely return. To dine indoors you'll need your vaccine records and they will be checked, we had ours and our previously taken covid test to fly home into the states so we were able to have our table. Keep this in mind when booking and be ready to present to them. Lovely experience that I am beyond thankful for. I will say our two meals and two espresso bevvies were 65 francs (70usd), so not exactly an inexpensive meal but I could not have cared less, I was just so happy to be here. I could have sat here for hours but after brekke it was time to explore Zurich! read more
1 year ago
I had the Portobello Mushroom Toast and it was absolutely delicious! I would definitely go back to try other items off the menu! read more
4 years ago
Babu's is a super cute coffee shop and brunch spot in Zurich! It reminds me of the spots we have in LA. It was super busy on a Saturday morning and I showed up without a reservation. Since I was alone, the waitress let me have a table but said it was only free for 30 minutes. I was fine with this since I just wanted to try some pastries. I ordered the apple cinnamon roll and a berry yogurt with fruit and granola. The cinnamon roll was not too sweet - definitely felt more healthy than say an American cinnamon roll. The bits of apple were a nice twist! It came out cold - I would've preferred if it were warmed up. The yogurt was my favorite part. Really delicious flavor with fresh fruit and the granola added a good crunch. I will say it took at least 10-15 min for it to be brought to my table, which I was a bit surprised by since I thought both were ready to order. Even the guy who ordered a dish with eggs after me got his food first. They have indoor and outdoor seating, but don't be like me and show up without a reservation especially if you want to try their hot food. Bathroom available. I loved the use of colorful plates and the mix of chairs and table styles. It's like being in someone's home. Definitely would come here a lot if I were a local! read more
3 years ago
Probably one of the best places I've been to for breakfast . The croissant was so yummy ,yogurt so fresh & they served very good coffee . They have a lovely seating area outside so you just sit there and enjoy a really nice breakfast . Very close to Bahnhofstrasse and the old town ,train station so a really good location . read more
2 years ago
We just had a wonderful breakfast. Also, egg Benedict was great. Service was very great even it was very crowded read more
Hidden gem! I came to this brunch spot based on a referral from a friend. Reservation needed if you want a guarantee seating. Luckily I got a table right away without reservations and they were happy to accommodate. I ordered their Cappuccino with bacon avocado eggs Benedict over sweet toast. Super delicious breakfast combo! Have to say this place is really good. Superb staff! Menus in various languages. Delicious carrot cake as well. Definitely going to come back again! read more
3 years ago
We had a delicious breakfast! The hash browns with eggs and bacon was delicious and the orange juice - both alone or in a mimosa - was delicious. The inside was very cute, you order at the counter and they bring your food out. The service was fast! read more
What to get: Focaccia roll - good savory option. They serve it by warming it up. It was so soft and fluffy. Caffe Mocha - it was good but you can probably get a mocha from Starbucks just as good and cheaper. You can skip: Cinnamon apple roll - did not have a lot of cinnamon and had a few slices of apple. The bread was soft and quite dense. Maybe would have been better warmed up? Croissant - a good croissant but nothing special. Chai latte - the chai was very subtle. Overall, we thought the focaccia roll was worth getting! It's also very unclear about the table/sitting situation. We walked in and waited in line to order to get some pastries and coffee before heading out to Old Town. We thought the table area was for ordering real breakfast. The woman at the register asked us for our table number after ordering and we told her we didn't have a number. She said we couldn't order without a table so I asked if it was possible to get it to go. The person before me had also gotten something to go so I didn't see why it was a problem. I packed our stuff but definitely gave some attitude. She could have asked before we ordered or the place could have a sign about the tables. read more
5 years ago
I LOVE this place. Brad found it while searching for a reasonable breakfast place in Zurich (which is notoriously expensive) and it was a hit. There are two lines when you walk in - one for to-go and one for dine-in. If you dine-in they seat you but then you have to order at the counter and go sit down. This made it really organized and there were less people walking around. If you enjoy a continental breakfast, get the Babu's basic breakfast. It highlights their baked goods. I got this and so did Brad but he didn't realize it didn't come with eggs. The cappuccino was perfect! Of course. But the star of the show was the 0.5 l of fresh squeezed orange juice that I didn't take a picture of. read more
2 years ago
5 years ago
My acai bowl was great. Of course I've never met an acai bowl that I didn't like. But my raspberry scone was inedible. Floury instead of buttery, like eating Play-Doh. I'm a sucker for fruit pastries but these cannot compete with Tea & Sympathy's scones in NY. My matcha latte was acceptable, but overpriced. Then I tried to get a green smoothie to go. Sure, size large, why not? They charged 12.50 CHF (wow) to my card. Minutes later they brought me two (tiny... like these would be airport legal) grab-and-go bottles, instead of making one fresh. They let me switch to just one bottle, but could only return the difference in cash. Now I've got a bunch of Swiss coins, but it's been years since I last carried coins. Mistakes were made. I regret everything except the acai bowl. read more
2 years ago
Pancakes were amazing, so fluffy! Also loved the mushroom avocado sandwich with creamy cashew sauce. Cute cafe, just a bit expensive. read more
3 years ago
4 years ago
We were traveling in Zurich and found Babu's online and we were so happy with the quality of food and service we received. There was a little bit of a wait however it was well worth it for such a charming atmosphere and for amazing customer service. Not to mention the eggs royale and iced chai latte were absolutely incredible! read more
Oh goodness, 7 years later I'm writing a new review for Babu's. Babu's Bakery is still absolutely delightful. It has many delicious options from the menu and a lot of wonderful types of coffees and desserts. The ambiance continues to be very special and yes, the prices aren't exactly low, but it's nothing unusual compared to Zurich. I plan to continue enjoying Babu's for the next 7 years. Make sure to get here early or make a reservation if you don't want to wait on the weekend. read more
3 years ago
the line was out the door for a table so i just got a pastry but i understand why it was so busy this apple streusel was delicious. if i lived in zurich i would spend all my money here read more
3 years ago
What a great place! Everything was so wonderful. It's a fair price too, for being in Zurich. The pastries were delicious and great serving sizes. read more
Come here early! My friend and I decided to pop by the morning of our flight. We arrived shortly before 9am, and there was already two groups in front of us. By the time they opened the doors, there was a long line of folks. We were seated without reservations because it was early enough, but we could tell from the placecards on the tables that every table had been reserved starting around 10am and onwards. After perusing through the menus, I ultimately settled on an avocado bagel and a cappuccino while my friend ordered the classic lox bagel and a latte macchiato. My bagel was quite substantial, and it came with a side of salad and cucumber slices. I couldn't even finish my entire bagel. The cappuccino was also very good. I personally love that European cappuccinos sprinkle cocoa powder on top - that's not always the case for cappuccinos in America. Definitely a great place to go by yourself, with friends, or with a large group. The only recommendation I have is to either make reservations or to come as soon as they open. read more
9 years ago
Oh man this probably was one of the best places to have brunch at! But be warned everyone else also loves coming here so I highly recommend making a reservation in advance if you can since you will be waiting a long time to be seated. Luckily for me I had come alone, so they squeezed me into that one free stool by the window. Your order your food at the cashier, and then wait to be seat by the hostess, and a fairly reasonable time later your food is delivered. They do have english menus which is a huge plus! The meal was super delicious and loved the fresh fruit smoothie. I would highly recommend them for anyone looking for a good brunch place! read more
2 years ago
8 years ago
Great ambiance and delicious pastries. Perfect place to study and the coffee is worth it compared to other prices in Zurich. $5.90 for a great, large cappuccino. The tomato soup is also very good, as is the cheesecake and all other pastries I've tried! Highly recommend! read more
I'd give it an extra star for the ambiance. It is probably one of the most inviting spots in town to have a sit-down and a nibble. I went by to check the area, (House Hiltl is right around the way) stop in and try a beverage. The capp with a little bit o'cake on the side was gorgeous, if, however, not up to snuff if one is a fan of 'third-wave' espresso drinks a la Gorilla and Joe's in NYC and Monmouth, Dark Fluid, Speakeasy et al in LDN. I loved being able to sit at the window, sip my drink, and watch passersby. That's the best way to enjoy a coffee. Regarding service, I found it to be very fine indeed. The folk were nothing but professional and friendly. I suppose if I were to become a more frequent visitor, then I may have to contend with occasional 'spotty' service as Laura A. mentioned in her review. The place is so darn good-looking, that I'd take the so-so service just to be able to sit somewhere so very nice. read more
Look no further in Zürich, this bakery offers some of the best lunch and coffee menus. If you're looking for something light, their bagels are a great choice to split between two people or have for yourself. Complement that with their variety of dessert and you're a winner here. The coffeehouse was generally full and busy, but isn't too hard to find seats for two as people come in and out. Very welcoming with free WiFi and space for many to get work done. Bathrooms are clean and available. The workers are all fast with maintaining the space and their guests with love and care. read more
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