Really an outstanding option anywhere but even more amazing in this restaurant desert that is…read moreVitznau. They have an indoor restaurant but no-one sits inside in the summer in Europe, especially since hardly any places have AC. The outdoor patio has two levels, one closer to the street and one above it. Both have fairly good covering with umbrellas. There is also an outdoor area attached to the patios which is covered and part of the building. We started with an ice cold gazpacho, which I rarely order because I always find it less than satisfying. This one however really hit the mark. Ice cold with nice level of acidity, and crunchy bits of cucumber, onion and tomato it was garnished with five or six garlic croutons which added another layer of flavor and texture. Next they brought out three or four slices of whole wheat bread with a tomato basil butter. It was perfectly balanced not overwhelming in any one flavor note. My choice was the veal strips with a mushroom cream sauce and a side dish of rosti potatoes. If you have never had these kinds of potatoes try them when you are at a Swiss or Austrian restaurant. They were amazing. Finally shredded potatoes are soaked in water to remove the starch, then they are dried well in a towel and then placed in a pan and dealt with butter. They are then cooked on each side with more butter until crispy and brown. The butter and potato flavor was exceptional in this version. The Ville strips were actually more like small little thin chunks which were a little dry but the flavor of the Sauce was very deep and rich. Would highly recommend this to anyone. My better half chose another schnitzel and it did not disappoint. They had a variety of stuffed versions which they call cordon blue and he chose the mozzarella with chorizo. My fear was that the chorizo flavor was going to overpower everything else but they had paper thin slices of a hard Spanish chorizo and it added flavor without overwhelming. Both dishes were served with a small cup of sautéed vegetables -zucchini, onions, peppers all nicely cooked again with copious amounts of butter, but it wasn't greasy it just tasted great. Service was very good. Attentive without being overbearing and very informative when questions were asked about dishes. If you're looking for a good meal and are staying in this area, this is one of the best choices.

Fantastic meal! If you come to Vitznau, look no further for a great meal than the Restaurant Rigi…read more Fresh fish from the lake is the specialty for an authentic seafood dish. Desserts are equally amazing! Many of the locals and Swiss visitors eat here, so you know it's the real deal. As a world traveler, I normally have to suffer with a lot of poor food. Not here...you won't be disappointed with this place! Excellent and delightful service as well.

Wonderful service and the best lasagna I've ever had! The owner greeted us when we walked in and…read morecould tell we were exhausted so told us to find a spot to sit and relax. She brought us fresh bread and went over all of the menu options. We had the quiche and the lasagna. Both were absolutely delicious and some of the best food I've had. On our way out we bought several desserts (she trained in Paris) and a couple of loaves of bread. Her staff was very friendly and everything outstanding. We've already returned and will again. Highly recommend.

Have enjoyed a week's worth of fantastic treats from this baker. The morning begins with wonderful…read morecroissants of many flavors, depending on the day. So far our favorite is the almond one. Lunch usually consists of a different bread each day- a wide selection to choose from. We have tried a number of the quiches for dinner...all excellent. And then there are the desserts!! An ever changing selection of handmade wonders. Too many to describe. The owner is almost always there and always smiling and ready to please. We can't wait to see what this next week brings us!

A true locals joint with about seven or eight items on the menu. We were the only people eating and…read morewe sat outside with the locals who were drinking beer and enjoying the company of the waiter. There are really only a few options in this town so we tried the local place on the first night to see how it might be. My choice was the lake perch which was pan fried, very fresh and nicely crisp but without drying out. It was served with a very boring pile a hot white rice and really needed a sauce. There were a few steamed vegetables on the plate as well some of the first vegetables we had seen in sometime so we were glad they were included. My better half had the schnitzel with french fries and was quite pleased with the size and the quality. It was crispy on the outside and had good flavor. The location is right on the main drag in Vitznau and right next to the church of Saint Francis if I remember correctly. Go there to get away from the crowds and the high prices it was reasonable and decent food.

I've never felt so uncomfortable, disappointed, or ostracized in my life. When we walked in no one…read moregreeted us and every single person turned to stare at us. It should have been our hint to leave then. We then sat and were brought a single page menu in English. There were only a few choices and every single item only came with French fries. We were profiled. The locals (who the waiter or owner sat with and took smoke breaks with) blatantly stared and pointed at us the entire time. I ordered the fish and I think they battered some bait fish and fried it with the fries. It cost us an outrageous amount for what we received. While eating our meal other tables (all locals) were provided fresh bread and oil with mutlipage full menus, fresh salads and some better looking food.

Great food, location, view and service. Upscale not for everyone…read more Car service available to all locations in the area.

Such a beautiful place to spend your vacations. Staff were friendly and helpful. Foods were…read moreexcellent. Couldn't be better.

We found this restaurant courtesy of our dear friends. To find this gem you follow the signs for…read moreBurggeist in Gersau. You park and then take the luftseilbahn to reach the restaurant. The view is expansive and breathtaking. Our food was very good as was the service. There was a significant group there flying radio controlled gliders. The Berggasthaus is a great stepping off point to hike the Rigi.

How do they do these magical pizzas? Brilliant dough. Absolutely the best I've had recently.read more

This restaurant sits right on the lake with beautiful mountain views as well. It's a really…read morewonderful place for lunch or dinner. The service is always friendly and the food is delicious. The menu is varied from great pizzas to Fladens, salads or steak or other meats served on a hot stone allowing you to cook your meat exactly as you prefer. It's close to home, but we would accept a longer drive because it's such a nice place to eat.

Hard to find and not particularly nice building but Great…read morefood in the restaurant great service great ambiance great view on the lake and the mountains you have to go there!

This is a wonderful place for lunch or dinner. We came with dear friends on their boat who had been…read moreimpressed by the food and ambience. They were right! The food was wonderful as was the ambience. The service was outstanding as well. We will definitely return and try their dinner menu. We highly recommend this as a special dining treat in this most beautiful part of Switzerland! Enjoy...