All you can eat Charbonnade for CHF 52. Only available for dinner and comes with green olives,…read morepickled pearl onions, hot peppers, 5 different sauces, and some candied fruits. The bread basket had plain white bread slices that were very fresh and very good. There was also a basket outside the bathroom with bite-size Daim bar candies, which we pilfered a bunch of every time one of us went to the bathroom. So yummy... We got Pommes Allumette (skinny fries, AKA matchstick potatoes) as a side, and the meat and fries were all-you-can-eat. They also served us an eggplant appetizer marinated in balsamic vinegar. Normally I don't like really sour things, but the appetizer was very tasty. One of my friends doesn't eat meat, so she ordered the fish, and that was also all-you-can-eat. Our table of 6 shared two bottles of red wine (Atalayas, Ribera del duero) and sparkling water, and the bill came out to about 85 per person (not including tip). Dress appropriately, because the heat from the grill will make you HOT. I'm glad I wore a tank top to dinner. All-in-all, good fun and good eats. The thin beef steaks are quite lean and don't have much taste on their own, so you need to eat them with all the condiments. I'm not a huge fan of the skinny fries, but they are very French, so we all got them as sides, since we were in a French restaurant. Make sure you make a reservation, because they were fully booked out on a Friday night.

This is getting boring but I keep on saying the same thing in my reviews: simplicity is the…read moreultimate form of sophistication! When I came here I was not expecting too much since it was grilled, non-seasoned/marinated meat with some basic sauces plus fries. But oh my: the quality of the meat was amazing and the grilled beef was de-li-cious! I didn't even need any of the condiments, just the beef was enough. It was so good that I was craving it for days. That being said, the condiments were quite good too, I really liked the mustard fruit and the peppers, they really complimented the meat. And oh, the fries, they were tasty and crunchy so I was for sure a happy trooper! Also, the service was prompt and correct. I must admit that we went on a rainy weekday when there were not that many other people so I am not sure if it is representative. Anyways: even my "not-so-keen on beef" friend also liked it too so enough said... I enjoyed my evening at La Cote and would go back if the right opportunity comes up!

Outstanding French dinner in Zürich. We were hungry early…read moreand after checking Yelp decided to ask if they had any openings. The answer was yes but we could only have table for 90 min ( we gladly accepted). Outstanding menu. Very friendly service. Nice selection of wines by the glass. Entrees were great. Didn't get dessert bcuz we ran out of time and they did not offer ( fair is fair- our time was up). Nothing in Zurich is cheap but the prices were not over the top. We thoroughly enjoyed our meal. Anthony ( who assisted our server) is one of the friendliest people I've encountered in a restaurant.

Yes to all of it! From start to finish, our experience was exceptional. We started with a nice…read morebottle of Sauvignon Blanc, and then enjoyed the well known steaming pots of mussels, French Onion soup, beef tartare, and escargot swimming in a foamy garlic parsley butter. All were delicious and worthy of ordering! We completed the meal with a crème brûlée which was superb. Our service was superb. Do yourselves a favor. Go here, eat here, and enjoy a most memorable meal.

Amazing customer service where they like to make things happen for the customer. To begin with they…read moreaccommodate us ahead of our scheduled reservation time which in itself was phenomenal, given how busy the restaurant was at the time. Ksanet, Bianka and Rui were amazing in their own rights and definitely were humans first and Lumiere employees second and forth. Not only did they serve us but gave us a few moments from their tight schedules to walk us through about how we could make use of a Sunday ( Switzerland for the most part is closed on Sunday's and we were not prepared for that :( ). These folks had some amazing suggestions to make through and through and helped us a lot with our questions about Switzerland and travels in general. The ambiance was stunning and the place was packed and had moderate amount of noise in there attributing to the conversations. The interiors were pretty amazing and well thought out and depicted the history of Lumiere. We ordered a side salad, octopus with sliced potatoes, tuna tartare on avocado bed and for dessert we got ourselves the lime tart. The octopus dish was outstanding just like the tuna tartare where we enjoyed every bite slowly. The salad was put together very well and the dessert topped it all off to call it an evening. This place definitely should definitely be in your list to visit in Zurich and given its proximity to Zurich HB it's an easy decision to make ( even if you had to come out of your way to grab a bite here it will be so well worth it).

Mmmmm.... Their Filet de bœuf au poivre is so yummy. Nice French brasserie atmosphere with friendly…read morestaff. A nice pick in Zurich.

Another Perfect Dining Experience this year. Been traveling over three weeks in Europe and this has…read morebeen the best meal with the best service. Sad to say that we ordered the same exact lunches. The Veal Zurich Style served with Rosti and the White Asparagus served with a vinaigrette sauce. The prices have not changed since our last visit 12 months ago which is shocking. We did just order the small portion of asparagus. Our dishes arrived and they were beautiful. Perfect plating of delicious food. As we were eating I said "I wonder if I get a second portion this year as the prices haven't increased"...I wanted to savor every taste of veal and mushrooms in that gravy and tried to hold back on the potatoes. And then our server stopped by and ask if I was ready for the second serving. A big grin filled my face. The BEST Geschnetzeltes in Zuich!!! One can read my last review as we do not waiver on our thoughts about the restaurant, the service, the food and the atmosphere. Perfection in all aspects. Recommend booking in advance. And yes, one again Veltlinerkeller exceeded our expectations. The restaurant was totally full with locals which is always a great sign. The staff was the same which also says something these days. And thanks to the chef for preparing small special Togo package. It was greatly appreciated by friends in Basel. See you next year.

Gorgeous restaurant in old Town zurich. It said the building is 500 years old. Historic. Had the…read morevenison for main course and a pheasant soup consumme to start. What a lovely dinner. So glad to have had this experience.

After arriving in Zurich we walked around old town and stumbled onto this restaurant for lunch. We…read moresat at a table next to the fountain in front of the restaurant which turned out to be a pleasant location. I decided to order the weinerschnitzel. It came with fries. It cost 46 Swiss Frans which I thought was very expensive. But then you are in Zurich and everything is very expensive. I thought the schnitzel was good but nothing special. I liked the fries but they could have been warmer. When they were served they were lukewarm. Overall the atmosphere was very nice but the food was just average.

This is a beautiful restaurant in an historic building, serving delicious food. the white…read moreasparagus are amazing.

Stylish but comfy place. Beautiful tiles on the wall. Parisan bistro inspired place…read more I can recommend brunch. For a small stomach: the bread basket comes with a lot of bread but not much more. Cappuccino is good. The eggs benedict were good but you get only one egg where as in NYC it was usually served with 2, maybe that's the Swiss way? Here you get a brioche and a slice of ham with it. The sauce hollandaise is really delicious. You have many omelette options. The one with salmon looked really good. Not available on Sundays but all other days e.g. onion soup, escargots, beef tartare and other French connections. Funny room where you enter the bathroom. Kids friendly but still no boring family place. It's rather hip (pardon my language. I'm not sure if I should still use that word nowadays) however, there's no changing table. I'll go again.

The place is very cosy. I like the interior and decoration - in the same trend as Forum or the…read moremodern-vintage places you often find in Zurich. The place is great for lunches, afternoon coffees and good for one-on-one drinks in the evening. You will not be overwhelmed by the music inside at night. I would opt for this place for dates for example. For those who want a place more hectic at night, it is currently not at Dante's energy level currently. Yet, I enjoy it very much.

BY far my favorite meal of our trip. Everything was delicious. The wine options and tasting…read moreseemed endless and each bite we had was amazing. Service was PHENOMENAL. We loved everything about this place. The ambience and quiet atmosphere. We had a great table right by the intimate kitchen. The history of the building was the coolest. You really can't go wrong with this tasting menu and dining experience!!!!

This place is absolutely delicious, pricey but delicious... This is one of those really small, yet…read morecharming eateries that keep you wanting more course after course. There are about 4-5 tables or so and a single server that tends them all. The menu is essentially prix fixe and I had no clue what I was getting myself into. Once the food stared to arrive, literally everything was amazing! The soup was delicious, the fish was soft and buttery, the truffle ravioli was ridiculous and the octopus was fantastic! Overall, this is a very solid Swiss dining experience and I would recommend trying it out if in Zurich, but be sure to bring your wallet (roughly 110-150CHF per person) and make reservations. Pros- Location Service Ambiance Homely feel Food taste Friendliness Menu Wine list TRUFFLES! Cons- Pricey Fills up quickly Limited cocktail selection

The lobster and oyster bar Zurich. And that's what they serve since 1935. Not impressed?…read more Switzerland is a land locked country. Some trivia perhaps? The restaurant was the first to serve oysters in Switzerland after WWII. Today, deliveries of live lobsters and oysters are made twice daily for each service. Dishes are prepared in the classic French style and incorporate modernist touches. Straight to it, some fresh shucked Belon oysters (8CHF ea). The real deal from France (not the imitation farmed in the States). Unlike any oyster I've tasted. Plump and briny with an unmistakable taste of copper (try putting a clean penny in your mouth and sucking on it) finishing with hazelnut oil notes (ie hazelnut but slight oxidation). You're either gonna love it or hate it. I loved it. More oysters? The Gilardeau (10CHF ea). From a single producer, considered the top oyster of France and one so coveted that the shells are actually laser engraved to prevent counterfeiting. Large, plump, good salinity beautiful creaminess with strong briny notes. It is absolutely worth the 10CHF the price. The lobster salad (42CHF) is excellent. More lobster than greens. The tail, simply poached, the claw fried golden brown in the lightest tempura batter. Fresh diced mango with a very tart bite add the acidity while creamy pureed avocado swirls and dots the plate. Fried rice crackers add texture. Very well balanced and refreshing dish. The lobster with champagne sauce(84CHF) is equally impressive. The tail and claws have been butter poached and sit in a very rich champagne cream sauce. No trace of alcohol, the sauce instead has the yeasty and acidic notes of champagne with a hint of sweetness. A foam version of the sauce atop the accompanying broccoli, peas and cauliflower compliments the vegetal flavor. The crunchy Venere rice with its unmistakable sandal wood notes is the perfect textural foil. Sadly no room for their tableside flambéed crepes Suzette that they are known for. Friendly and polished service. Fluent in English. Well chosen wine list with great selections from Switzerland. An unexpected find in Zurich. Outstanding. * At the time of this review 1CHF = 1USD

Hummer and Austerbar specialize in two things, lobster and oysters so you better choose one or…read moreboth. We had a great dinner, my wife started with the lobster bisque and I the Oysters. Both starters were fantastic. For our mains, I had the surf and turf (a fillet and half lobster) my wife the lobster risotto. Both were excellent. I think another excellent choice would be the full lobster. It is quite a site. The restaurant is small, romantic and very upscale. This is probably one of the pricier meals I've ever had but it was well worth it. If your in Zürich and near the main Zürich HB station, I highly recommend.

Walking around Zürich one afternoon we hit Yelp to look for something in the area. This location…read morejumped out and we walked a few minutes to this location. The restaurant is small and was packed at 2pm. We waited for about 15 mins for a table. We were supplied English menus and there were some wonderful options. After chatting with the couple sitting next to our table, they assisted us in making our selection. We enjoyed our lunch and I would highly recommend this location. Enjoy!

This place is more of a 3.5 star. The food is 3 stars but ambiance is 4 stars!…read more We went on a night where there was live music playing. They charged us 10 CHF per music session, we were there for 2 music sessions. I don't mind the charge but I wish they let us know beforehand that there was a charge for music. Must-get: croque madam or croque monsieur Don't get: savory crepes but the sweet ones are better When to go: find out from their website when there will be live music playing! Other tips: the crepes were kind of soggy. I usually prefer it to be crispier since there's usually fruit, chocolate, cheese or something else to make it soft. So, if you don't want it to be too soft, ask them to crisp up the crepe more.

Jan 2026 * Solo I ate breakfast at Franzos. While the…read morescrambled eggs were passable and the bacon flabby, my review centers around its unfriendly service. I ordered hot tea, and used my teabag sparingly. When I asked for more hot water from a server, I was refused unless I paid for an additional tea again; it was against the rules she said. When I asked another server about it, he also said it was against the rules--but he would make an exception. I thanked him and he brought the hot water. The woman server then approached me and told me that I wasn't nice to ask another server. I told her that the restaurant's policy was unfriendly, that it didn't cater to a customer's reasonable wishes, and that it was good that the Zurich's custom was not to tip. I also told her that I would post a review of the restaurant and share my experience. Then the second server came back (the one who gave me more hot water) and asked if it was true that I would review the restaurant. I said yes--but only decided to do so when the first server told me I wasn't nice. Then he snatched my hot teacup away and showed me the door! There are too many places in Zurich to give your business; do not patronize this one. Leah (age 63)

I really miss having breakfast at this place . Super elegant…read morewith a Parisian flair ,there are pictures of Coco Chanel ,Gainsbourg ,Edith Piaf on the wall ,it's super clean ,servers are super friendly and professional & I loved the fruit yogurt I had there twice . Oh and the coffee was amazing too . the view from there is amazing ,you see all of Limmatquai from there . Highly recommendEd.