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    Restaurant Edelweiss

    3.9 (24 reviews)
    ModerateFondue, Swiss Food
    Closed 6:30 pm - 11:00 PM

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    What's the vibe?
    Classy
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    Jason S.

    Amazing ambiance and conveniently located in my hotel! They had the Alphorn blown during dinner and the food was fantastic! We loved the aesthetic of a chalet and the waitstaff was very attentive and excelled at making us feel comfortable. Food was great and we didn't feel rushed at all. After a great dinner, we sat outside and enjoyed espresso's and cocktails!

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    Edward F.

    Fun place with good Swiss food. We passed on the fondue (everyone else seemed to have it and enjoyed it) and had the chicken Cordon Bleu and the Veal Zurich style. It was very good. We also had the Apple strudel which was equally very good. There was traditional Swiss music played by a person playing the accordion and a very long Alpine Horn with some yodeling making it a fun time. A bit touristy but, we were touring and everyone there had a wonderful time. It is loud so if a lot of noise is bothersome consider sitting on the upper floor. Nothing to pick on here- I have had excellent Swiss food and this is just a tad short of that to set expectations. Definitely go.

    Meat and cheese fondue
    Jeremy M.

    This is what Switzerland is all about... warm enjoyable atmosphere, amazing food, rich history and great staff that make you feel very welcome! This experience, and our hotel stay will always be a fond memory! Jeremy Dallas, Texas

    Ribeye
    Edward W.

    Restaurant had a very touristy feel to it, but I still loved it. This was our first proper dinner in Switzerland and it's how I imagined Switzerland to be like. The interior decor was spot on and gave off a vibe like we were sitting in a courtyard surrounded by different buildings. There was live music playing folk songs with classical Swiss instruments, which really added to be experience. We ordered the beef fondue and ribeye. The beef fondue comes with some hot oil that you fry the beef in for a minute to cook. Also frying the fries makes it taste delicious. The garlic aioli and tomato sauce were my favorite with the fries. Be careful when you try to eat right after frying, the food and metal skewer are piping hot. Seems pretty obvious, but I burned myself a few times before I learned my lesson. The ribeye came medium rare and flavored with some butter and herbs. The mashed potatoes were also good. I'd probably rate the food alone to be 3 stars, but with the live music and interior decor it was certainly a 4 star experience.

    Cody L.

    So. Much. Fun! It is kind of a tourist destination but if you want to experience authentic Swiss food and delicious fondue with an alps kinda atmosphere... this place is for you! Be sure to make reservations or arrive early in the day. Seating is quaint, but most have a great view of the entertainment. Bells, horns, and much, much more! Service is fun and fantastic adding to the already great experience. There are some combo meals that include fondue, appetizers and desert. Fun for the entire group beginning to end. There is also a hotel on site.

    Beef fondue with French fries and four sauces
    Scott W.

    Best experience with a restaurant in Switzerland! The atmosphere is like something out of Disney's Epcot with plenty of classic Swiss decor and a live Jazz band. The service is quick and very helpful, all English-speaking. The restaurant has a few set menus that include a starter, entree, and dessert. Great prices for the quality of food and entertainment. I got the cheese raclette and beef fondue. The apple strudel was nothing extraordinary, but everything else was still very good. Excellent place for a fun group dinner!

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    Matthew T.

    This restaurant is like the Matterhorn bobsleds ride at Disneyland except even more Swiss themed. First thing you see is a giant sized stuffed St. Bernard doll with the iconic Swiss hot cocoa barrel around its neck. Then you're hit with the smooth sounds of live music being played by a groovy accordion player and his backup vocalist/guitar player. It really goes over the top when they bring out the alphorn and let tourists give it a try. It wouldn't be complete if the live performances didn't include singing "edelweiss" and they definitely deliver a memorable rendition. You'll also get copious amounts of yodeling to make sure you get the full egregiously touristic Swiss experience. The food itself is overpriced and that's the case nearly all over Switzerland but the food is not bad it's just average is all. The various fondues (of which we had the beef and payanne) were too fragrant for our tastes with a heavy alcohol aftertaste. Ranging from 30-50 francs. The fries are good as was the veggie fondue. The creme brûlée dessert was pretty good too. Don't forget if you're staying at hotel Kipling or any of the Manotel chained hotels that you get 15%off here. Overall it's a super touristy experience but at least you can say you went for it and did the whole fondue thing. Tip: if someone in your party doesn't buy a main course then it's an additional 15 franc charge.

    Beef fondue, cheese fondue, vegetables
    Allie B.

    I loved everything about this restaurant. I loved the ambiance, the food, and the music! My husband and I shared the moitié-moitié fondue and the beef fondue that you cook yourself in vegetable broth. We also added some vegetables. The food was absolutely delicious. The service was good. The live music was amazing- the 2 member band played accordions all evening! Other reviews claim this place is touristy and cheesy but I thought the decor and ambiance were tastefully done and at the end of the day the food was amazing which is what's important!

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    Pleasant service. Nice selection. Classic Swiss selection. We'll located. Easy accessibility.

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    Good food and service. Environment a bit overdone. The live music with accordion was fantastic.

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