amazing place. meals where great, service was impeccable. everything from a. dinner to light snacks and drinks.

We had a great night here- food service was creative and enjoyable. The family ownership speaks to the level of service provided.

We came to celebrate our 18th wedding anniversary. We had a reservation and when we walked in they had given our table to someone else. Food was great but servers were loud and joking around with one another and leaving us for ridiculous amounts of time. We had to repeatedly flag down people for refills or service. As soon as a large party came in and we were completely forgotten. Chose to get some food to go and not get dessert. It was an incredibly unpleasant. Very disappointed read more

Fabulous. Best meal of my entire trip in Switzerland. Price is on the higher end but the food quantity is ginormous. Plus the food quality is high, the service very friendly, and the ambiance warm and welcoming. So all in all, I would say this establishment offers good value despite the higher price point. For main course, I ordered shrimps, my wife the lamb. Both dishes were very tasty. We were told there would be a second serving, and sure enough, after we finished our main dishes, they magically replenished. I don't think the owner will allow you to leave less than stuffed! The most memorable part of the meal for me was the butter bean served as side dish. I am told it comes from their own garden. Attaching a scenic view of the restaurant exterior. read more

Restaurant Chez Max Julen - You only have to step out of the restaurant to see the Matterhorn - Barbeque Near Me - Zermatt, VS

I was fortunate enough to celebrate my birthday here last night. What an unforgettable experience! The food is prepared over an open fire and with such care. We had the see bass and steak. The flavor was outstanding and it was cooked perfectly! The staff couldn't be friendlier and the ambiance just perfect. read more

Super neat place, staff is fantastic and helpful. It was a bit slow so we were able to order something not on the current menu. Chicken was delicious and the owner/cook asked us about the meal. We really enjoyed the experience. read more

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I will be thinking about this meal for a long time to come. Amazing atmosphere and experience. Stumbled upon this place looking to eat dinner before 6pm. The meal was incredible and cooked right in the center of the restaurant on wood fire stove to cook. The staff was so kind and helpful, the owner is very nice too. read more

Really nice staff, VERY helpful and courteous! Oh yeah, and the food is totally awesome too!!

Charming, cozy dinner place with multiple Swiss dishes to choose. They has a beautiful wood interior with a warm fireplace. They conducted a dinner service at the table where they brought your meal out in pieces and put your plate together in front of you. Owner was justly proud of the delicious food his kitchen served. I had the veal with fresh vegetables and mousse for dessert. Highly recommend. read more

The food was so bad. The waiters were not even giving me the full portions of what I ordered. I at least give it 3 stars because the owners were nice and welcoming. read more

I've have dined here many times a d they took my party of 16 skiers one evening without any reservation. They served us fondue, duck and goose. It was tremendous. read more

We've dined at Max Julen at least five times now. One thing is certain - GRILLED MEATS DO NOT GET ANY BETTER. Try everything on the menu, especially the deer. The same goes for the rest of the selection. I would give the service if I could. You have to try it and then you would know what I am talking about. read more

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We were the first ones in the restaurant because​ as Americans​ we eat early dinners haha. The service was outstanding​ and the chef was there to greet us and talk to us as he served us our meals. The shrimp cocktail was amazing and one thing I love about the Swiss is that they always ask you if you had enough if not they offer​ you more for​ the same price you paid. I kindly declined as I was stuffed. Great service, great beer and great food finished​ in a wood burning oven​ in the middle of the restaurant. read more

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Excellent restaurant. Excellent service. Excellent food. Everybody loved this restaurant. read more

Restaurant Chez Max Julen - Barbeque Near Me - Zermatt, VS

Ordered lamb and steak and it was delicious. Chez Max tended to cooking the meat in the wood burning/brick oven near our table. Wait staff was very attentive to making our experience memorable. Personally serving the meal from a side table they had set up. Chex Max oversees the whole operation as it unfolds. Ensuring everyone is pleased with their meal. Only thing I noticed was Chez Max and the staff did not seem relaxed and a bit of tension in the atmosphere. New staff they were training? Whatever, I could tell there was something. Puts one on edge when picking up on this. read more

This is quite the dining experience. I love it because the food and service are very high-class, while the atmosphere and feel of the place is very friendly and casual. You can dress up for dinner, you can also come in your cozy sweater, moon boots and pants. This is THE PLACE for meat in Zermatt. I got the Venison, it was the best Venison I ever had. They cook the meat (or at least finish it) over a fire in the main dining area. Request a seat close to the fire so you can watch and interact with the manager that cooks the meat there, he is very friendly and sweet - you could buy him a schnapps or cognac to have with him, he will return the favor! The prices look high (well, aren't all the prices high in Zermatt?) but you get an extremely generous portion of delicious food - two plates to be exact. They portion the food out at your table for you, its very fresh. After you finish your first plate, they will clean it away and then give you a second plate that is at least 2/3 the size of the first one. Order the Weinsuppe - it is a red wine soup and it is delicious. Order any meat dish. If you aren't into meat, order the shrimp - someone at our table got it and it was amazing! The servers are very nice and excellent at their job. The Grand Marnier chocolate fondant dessert is quite a show and delicious! read more

Very unique place, EXCEPTIONAL food, fun atmosphere, great service. High end, recommend reservations.

One of the best meals and service I have ever had! Been in the restaurant industry for over 9 years now and have traveled to many places. The restaurant was also very warm, cozy and authentic. Highly recommended! We got the beef filet. read more

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Spectacular restaurant. The most amazing food. We had the lamb and veal. You finish your plate and they keep bringing you more. A little secret on the wine, try the Primitivo on the exclusive list, reasonably priced and s great wine. Will definitely come back here and our server was awesome read more

Very nice restaurant with lovely staff and cosy atmosphere. Of course the food is large and delicious! read more

Restaurant Chez Max Julen - The stuff is very friendly to recommend dishes. The stove inside makes a cosy atmosphere especially in the cold rainy day. Highly recommend. - Barbeque Near Me - Zermatt, VS

What a great place with great food. We showed up with a group of 12 just as dinner was winding down with no problem. The owner(?) offered to do a fixed price menu with a section of appetizers, sides and meats that was perfect. Even recommended a tasty magnum of wine, that was a good deal. I think we cleaned him out of all those. Would highly recommend stopping in. read more

After a long hike we found ourselves at this restaurant. We had the Lamb, pasta bolognese, and the Sol. The food was excellent and the service efficient and friendly. Highly recommend this place. read more

Fabulous meal; great setting! Menu is heavy on meat, which is cooked in a small fireplace which was within view of our table. The filet (for my wife) and the deer steak were fantastic. They made one serving with veggies; then a second serving each with a different selection of vegetables. We had strudel for dessert which was also wonderful. It was the best meal we had in Switzerland. I would give it another star if I could! read more

Outstanding! We had six Americans, 1 vegetarian and 1 with a bunch of allergies and every dish was spectacular and the chef came to our table at least 5 times throughout the night. If I had to choose the filet was the best. The way they cook the meats in the wood burning oven and plate your dishes in front of you is outstanding. At peak dinner time service can got a bit slow because it seemed like all the staff would help plate one table when your meats where ready. It really is quite an experience and was well worth the extra time enjoying our wine and family. read more

Really tasty! Salad to start fresh and delicious dressing balsamic vinaigrette. My Main was chicken with mushroom sauce was cooked perfectly. Sauce was a real show stealer. Staff was attentive and friendly. Owner let us sample his white wine it was outstanding. read more

I came to Zermatt at a chilly night and walked in this restaurant without much expectation, but it ended up to be a great experience!! The open fireplace is extremely warm and bright, you can see how the meat are cooked, which is really cool! Will recommend here to all my friends!! read more

When you first arrive you might think the experience won't be good however it was the best meal I had in Zermatt! Ask to sit upstairs overlooking the open fire where they actually cool the meat. Everything is fresh, simple but excellence. Good wine list. Great atmosphere and you can dress a little more casual but enjoy great food. read more

Chef Armin is a master at the grill. The servers are extremely friendly and attentive. I would recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for a great meal, friendly people and excellent atmosphere. read more