Yay for the Yelp Gourmet Runde to get my first taste of Tibetan food! Thanks to Patty G. for the…read morehookup and to Simon R. for organizing. This is a rather small restaurant right off the Talwiesenstrasse tram stop or a short walk from Goldbrunnenplatz and Schmiede Wiedikon. Very cozy and decorated with Tibetan stuff. The entire restaurant was full on Thursday night. We got to try a variety of food, and everything was kind of reminiscent of other familiar dishes, yet different in its own way. I liked how the food wasn't very spicy (I don't like spice) but still had a lot of flavor. And you could increase the heat to your liking with a variety of sauces. Everything had a great mouth feel (i.e. great density and lots of "Q", as we say in Taiwanese). Let's see if I can remember everything I ate. I don't know the names of any of the dishes, so I'll try my best to describe them here. 1. Thick flour crackers. Plain, but I liked them. Great crunch. 2. Clear vegetable soup with 3 kinds of spicy sauces you could add to increase the heat. 3. Thick dumplings--a vegetarian one filled with mashed potato (kind of like a pierogi) and one filled with meat (kind of like Chinese dumplings with the juice inside). 4. Chewy flat bread (kind of like a naan or Chinese bing). 5. A meat pie (kind of like a empanada). 6. A slightly spicy eggplant dish cooked in a thick, dark sauce. 7. Tiny strips of yak meat cooked with veggies. The yak tasted kind of like beef. 8. Glass noodles with black fungus (wood ear). 9. Spicy yogurt sauce. 10. Fried rice with mixed veggies. 11. Cucumber salad. 12. Cooked vegetables. 13. Some kind of salad that was pink (due to roses, I think). It kind of looked like shredded turnip, but I wasn't exactly sure what it was. 14. Barley flour ice cream. Overall, this was a great experience. The food was really heavy and yummy, and I definitely stuffed myself like a pig trying all the different foods.

I have a (perhaps unnatural) fixation on all things meat wrapped in dough. I love Dim Sum, Pigs in…read moreBlankets, Ravioli, Baos and, as of last year, Momos. Since affordable ones are exceedingly rare to come by in Zurich I rejoiced when I heard that the Shanrgila offers them all you can eat for merely 23.- a person! Thus, this review is for the lunch buffet (every Tues, Thurs, Fri) which I've attended half a dozen times in the last 10 months. There is nothing I could complain about: the people are super nice, the food is always amazing and fresh, the restaurant is clean and you always get a good deal with the Momos. Really, what could be wrong when you can treat yourself to all the beef Momos you can eat in all their juicy, savory, beefy goodness, which you eat by hand, btw. Finish your meal with a "Gerstenglacé" - if you can. It's a tiny portion of ice cream made from barley topped with dried Himalayan roots. So yummy and just the right amount after having stuffed yourself with the all-you-can-eat Momo.

Fabulous hotel bar and restaurant in Switzerland. One of the few places that was still open after…read morewe returned from the movie theater after the Zurich Film Festival. It was about 20 minutes until closing but the bartender welcomed us in and served us promptly. The kitchen was still open so we ordered two burgers and some beers. The French fries were delicious and the burger was also great! No complaints about the food whatsoever. Great service. The bartenders were so nice not to kick us (and another couple) out when the place closed. They really let us enjoy our time there and we did not feel rushed. L'Amant is super trendy in its decor and it's very comfortable. Very upbeat music. Great to come here for drinks or a quick bite to eat after a late night out.

Great food in a fantastic ambiance. Significantly better restaurant quality than I would have…read moreexpected for a Sherton Four Points hotel. The steak tartare was fantastic. The pork entree was equally delicious. Definitely with a visit if you're looking for great food in the neighborhood.

The view can't be beat. At the top of the city looking over the other rooftops. A glass half wall…read morelets you truly enjoy the view from anywhere on the patio. Swanky atmosphere and music. Great place for some drinks and maybe some snacks too. There are quite a few Asian fusion type appetizers. Not a place for dinner. Servers are friendly and hard working. I've been here a couple times and will be back.

The location is great and the crispy duck tacos were good, but the server was deceitful. I'm an…read moreAmerican where tipping is customary. I always thought the tip was included in Europe, which is true, however they get a much higher wage than servers in America receive. So I left him a nice tip. I felt deceived and taken advantage of.

Hato is nothing short of Genius, this may have been the best Asian I've eaten in my life, from the…read moreimpeccable staff, the absolutely gorgeous place, the presentation, the location and the phenomenal food, this place is a must visit when in Zurich. I had the most amazing duck salad I've ever had in my life, with a lemon lime vinaigrette fresh finish, a beautifully prepared perfectly cooked sea bass, accompanied with the perfect sides. I was so full but could not leave out the beautiful desert. Hato is on my top 5 list with Joel Robuchon, French Laundry, morimoto's and Alain Ducasse's worldwide places. Greatness all around...5 stars!!

My friend and I were celebrating her birthday so I was looking for something special. We both like…read moreJapanese fusion food so when I heard about Hato I knew that this was the place we had to go. I looked at the menu before going and was super excited but to be honest, the host was not very friendly at all. She gave my friend and I a look and apparently we were not up to her standards or maybe she is a snooty person? Our waiter had the same attitude at first, he did not give any explanation on the menu, except that he volunteered info that we could opt for a glass of wine instead of a bottle if we wanted to save some money (not kidding!). However, when the food arrived we were in heaven! All the dishes were AH-MAH-ZING. I honestly don't know what was the best: the Hamachi with yuzu & truffle was super delicious, the dressing complemented the fish instead of overpowering it. I was super hesitant about the eggplant nigiri sushi but my friend wanted it and it surprised me pleasantly. In addition, the sashimi was by far the best one I had in Switzerland. I also want to point out that the matcha chiffon cake was a big hit, even for people like me who are typically not big on desserts. I must also admit that our waiter seemed to mellow up once we ordered food and drinks, he was very happy to give us recommendations of Japanese whiskey to finish our meal and the manager gave us free shots to end the evening - so I guess the initial awkwardness disappeared. However, I still think that restaurants should be welcoming to everyone, regardless of how much they spend, hence, I am not giving it a full 5 star review. So this is a super high 4 star review, overall I had a great night at Hato, maybe 5 star is in their future because I will definitely revisit.

We were visiting and staying at a hotel nearby that offered a 10% discount at Yen's. We were…read morepleasantly surprised by the excellent service and the food! We got the salmon bento box and the poke bowl with salmon and tuna. There is plenty of seating inside and outside and the ambiance is clean and peaceful.

Super clean and very inviting . Great bar menu options with mock tails as well. Ordered a few…read morestarters and everything was amazing stop in for a great late night dinner option! Service was amazing the whole crew was very attentive and polite. Easy to find and great menu.

Such amazing food and good service. The drinks are strong and the staff was attentive and very…read morenice. We had the lamb, the duck salad, the steak, and the crispy tuna. Everything was yummy and perfectly cooked. We had a lot of delish food and a lot of fun while hanging out in Zurich. Highly recommend this restaurant with the hidden cute garden.

In Zurich, Switzerland, the Michelin-starred Tao's restaurant serves contemporary interpretations…read moreof traditional Chinese fare. The restaurant has gained recognition for its inventive menu options, crafted using premium, uncooked ingredients. Although the menu at Tao's fluctuates with the seasons, the following are signature items: Black truffle shavings and truffle vinaigrette drizzled over seared scallops. Duck with hoisin sauce, spring onions, and pancakes. Black pepper sauce on Wagyu beef with stir-fried vegetables Tofu map with rice Ice cream made with black sesame seeds and deep-fried Tao's additionally offers a comprehensive wine list comprising various domestic and international wines. An enthusiastic sommelier curates the wine list and is always willing to assist diners in selecting the ideal wine to complement their entree. The service is exceptional at Taos. They are accommodating and congenial and exert additional effort to guarantee a memorable dining experience. The restaurant exudes an air of sophistication and refinement, characterized by its exquisite dining room and intimate bar. In general, Tao's is an exceptional dining establishment that provides an exceptionally distinctive gastronomic encounter. The establishment is characterized by a sophisticated and refined ambiance, delectable fare, and outstanding service. It comes highly recommended to anyone in Zurich seeking a banquet venue for a special occasion.

I really would have liked my fried egg on the bai krapao to not have been cooked to death, with…read morehard crumbly yolk - it was cold too. Any chance they could get me another fried egg, I asked, one with the, you know, yolk runny? Of course they couldn't. It was then I remembered that this wasn't the first time that sort of thing had happened. It's such a shame because I've been going since day one back in the 90s and Bai krapao always was my fave dish. Oh well.

Really good place for Asian fusion. Given the area, the prices are relatively cheap, which is great…read moreif you're trying to find some good food without breaking the budget. The only downside would have to be the wait time in having a waiter approach you to take your order and then the wait time for your order to arrive. Given that this place is pretty much packed all the time, it makes sense that there would be a bit of a wait time. It would be nice if they had more waiters on staff to accommodate the amount of customers they receive.

Very nice service accompanied with great food! I will definitely come back!…read moreI loved the chill atmosphere and the authentic food!!

The restaurant is fine. I had to wait there since there was no access to the building they refer to…read moreas the hotel. I had vegetable fried rice and jasmine tea while I waited. It was tasty, but hard to enjoy when we had booked a room and didn't even have a staff member - or a lobby! Once we got a key, we were shocked to see steep, winding steps - the elevator was out. When we opened the door to the room, it was so tiny and rundown, I burst into tears. This is in Zurich, Switzerland, not Outer Mongolia. The booking services must never have visited this property. If they saw it, they would not represent it. The photo online is of a roomy space. The actual room had all the charm of a jail cell. Please do not spend your money for this hotel. Stop by the restaurant if you happen to be in Zürich, but don't try to spend the night.

Great food and service! Nice authentic fish!! The atmosphere is very nice too! Highly recommended!read more

Amazing, authentic asian food. Super fast, friendly and helpful service as well. When we went,…read morethere was not a buffet, and we were the only ones in there. However, the food was incredible and affordable.

Did some search on Vietnamese food and found this one . I wanted to come here for the lunch buffet…read moreBut they closed on Sunday . I tried the grilled duck breast per my waiter's recommendation and it was indeed very good . My waiter was very nice and helpful and attentive. Restaurant is also very clean. I will come back to try other dishes.