While most restaurants in Zurich close after 2pm, Vallocaia is a true lifesaver for hungry…read moretravelers. On a scorching August afternoon (August 13, 2025, with temperatures soaring to 95°F!), we were fortunate to find this charming spot still open -- and what a find it was. Look out for Giuseppe -- the heart and soul of the restaurant. On this particularly hot day, he was a one-man show, handling the front of house with calm, kindness, and incredible efficiency. His warm hospitality made us feel instantly welcome, and his dedication truly stood out. The food was delicious -- thoughtfully prepared and beautifully presented -- a testament to the passion behind the scenes. From the first bite to the last, everything hit the spot. Another big plus: the location. Vallocaia is centrally located, just a short walk from Zurich's key landmarks, making it the perfect stop for a late lunch or early dinner while exploring the city. Thank you, Giuseppe and Vallocaia, for staying open and understanding the needs of international travelers. In a city where lunch hours can be rigid, your flexibility and warmth made all the difference. Highly recommended! Off note: By far the best bathroom in Zurich! Clean and equipped with a washcloth - not only environmentally friendly, but also perfect to cool off in the summer months!

Service was amazing! Very accommodating. Sage cream ravioli and risotto dishes were so fresh and…read moregood. Yummy wine and tiramisu!

Outstanding service and ambiance, maybe the best bolognese sauce I've ever had (that's saying a…read morelot)! We dined here 7 years ago and revisited on this trip. My companion had veal lemone and I substituted the homemade bici pasta for spaghetti. Both were amazing. Mountains of grated cheese! Risotto is to die for. Wait staff are very helpful and friendly, with good wine suggestions and prompt attention. Food was so good we dined here again on our last night. Each table had fresh bread, oil and salt which is a nice touch. We were in and out in 1.5 hours, not rushed at all. I couldn't find an option to reserve online, we did a walk in around 6pm both days with no trouble. There is also a quaint outside dining area that is busy on the days with nice weather. You can't miss this one if you are visiting Zurich.

Extremely tasty Italian food that in the heart of old town. Reservations are recommended,…read morespecially if you want to seat outside to enjoy the old town feeling. Food is expensive but worth the price with the flavors your mouth will experience

Stumbled upon here when the original pasta place we wanted to try turned us away because it was…read morecompletely booked with reservations. Space itself is relatively small and I felt like the tables were a little too close together. Brother's taglioni was expected to be pretty rich due to the truffle but it was actually very bland and the noodles seemed too firm like they were undercooked. Very underwhelming fish. I got a wild boar bolognese which definitely made up for the taglioni - meat was tender and seasoned well, and noodles were cooked to perfection. Tuna tartare was classic and tasted fresh, nothing too incredibly exciting. Zucchini flan with truffle was not quite the consistency I expected and honestly didn't taste anything like zucchini OR flan but surprisingly the dish worked well together.

Excellent Italian food. We loved the beef ravioli (amazing sauce not too much) and the entrecot was…read morevery flavorful. The homemade cheesecake was creamy and not too sweet - just perfect!!!

Another fantastic lunch at Bindella. Sorry Antonio had the day off. Maybe we will see him in the…read morefall. We arrived early for our reservation and the restaurant was packed. They had one table for two and they graciously seated us. We ordered the Risotto alla Cicoria con Gamberoni and the Scaloppine di Vitello al Limone con Tagliatelle. The risotto was as good as previous times we have ordered it. Only difference this visit is that we opted for the full course and glad we did. Of course I couldn't come here without ordering the rosemary oven roasted potatoes which were kindly substituted for the tagliatelle. Rosemary potatoes are excellent in that lemon sauce. Nothing was left. Both members of the Clean Plate Club. Not hard to do wwhen the food is so very good. Service was excellent. Never rushed and the restaurant was totaly full during our visit. We learned that reservations for lunch are almost essential. Love they hustle and bustle of the place. Can't wait to return in September...Maybe Antonio will be working.

We were wandering through Zurich and got hungry. Being a little early (5pm) many restaurants…read moreweren't open yet for dinner. Bindella was open and we love Italian food in Switzerland. We wandered over and saw plenty of open tables, however most were reserved. Initally they said we would have a 2 hour wait (no thanks) but another lady said we could be seated now but only had 2 hours. Being American, that's plenty of time for dinner. Servers were very nice and we were not rushed. The soup, zuppa di pomodoro was delicious. I had the vitello scaloppine al limon which finely sliced and the tenderest veal I ever had. Wife had the linguine all venez which she loved. A great dining experience, especially since we had no reservations. Would definitely come back and next time make reservations. btw - we finished in a little over an hour ;-).

I really like this place and I wish I could eat here often. The atmosphere is upscale-casual…read more From outside, the lighting invites one to enter the establishment and be comfortable. There is a counter for ordering eat-in or take-away. The menu is in German, but there is also a menu in English for us..."non-fluent in Germen language folks". In this way, the ordering line can move faster because the staff do not need to spend a lot of time translating the menu to patrons. There is a separate counter for ordering delicious-looking desserts. There is seating on the street level and upstairs in another dining area. Once you order the food, you take a seat at a table (depending upon the time of day, it might be difficult to find a seat) and your food is brought to you. My positive experience was further augmented by my wonderful companions and the delectable food.

This was an amazing experience! I smelled the delicious aroma of pizza wafting through the streets…read more I followed my nose and found Spiga. I walked in and started speaking Italian to the Pizziola! He was so friendly. When he learned that I owned a pizzeria in New York , he invited me to make a pizza in his restaurant . I was thrilled to make a pizza in Zurich! The dough was like silk ! I made the pizza and then went upstairs to enjoy the margarita pie. Mind you, we had just finished. 5 course meal 1/2 block away but there is always room for pizza! It was delicious! Light , airy, not too cheesy and baked to perfection . I don't think the pie we ate was the one I made because we waited upstairs as directed and it never arrived. So we ordered one and enjoyed it with a nice glass of wine . The staff was super friendly . The ambiance is warm and the food was delicious

We just arrived in Zurich, and we were walking around the Old Town area when we came across this…read moredelightful restaurant. The decor is classy with black and white photos, and the chairs are comfortable. We were told to sit anywhere we liked, and we chose a table in the middle of the restaurant next to a wall - perfect for people watching and seeing what food was coming out of the kitchen. My husband selected the prosciutto and funghi pizza, and I chose spaghetti carbonara. Both dishes were phenomenal! My spaghetti was perfectly al dente and rich! My husband's pizza had a very nice char, and when hot chili oil was added, the taste was out of this world!!! We have this establishment on our list to try again - it was that good!!!!

One of our best meals in Zurich and surprisingly well-priced in such an expensive city! We were…read moreable to walk from our hotel, but there's also a tram stop right outside the restaurant. My two kids and I had an early dinner here on a weekday (~4:30pm) and were the only people in the restaurant when we arrived. People steadily showed up throughout our meal and by the time we left after dessert it was filling up. We did not have a reservation and didn't need one due to the timing. Food was very good and came in generous portions. My kids shared the gnocchi and it was more than enough for the two of them. (There is no kids menu here!) I had a pizza with spicy salami and it was enough for two meals. The leftovers were packed well and tasted great the next day. A surprise hit was the dessert menu - gelato was surprisingly inexpensive at around CHF 4 and portions were HUGE. My kids were delighted. Service was attentive but not hovering, our waiter spoke English, and we had a great time in the lovely, open space. Prices were less expensive than I expected, though definitely not "cheap" by American standards :) We will definitely return when in Zurich!

Friendly waitstaff, delicious authentic pasta. I had the Vermont pasta with a little chili oil…read more Ambiance was a little dark, enough light with the candle. Great place for lunch

Heard about this place on a travel website and it didn't disappoint! It's right off the main…read morewalking street in Zurich and nestled between some other cute local shops and cafes. The vibes are very modern and punk inside and they placed great American '90s music. The pasta was fresh, hot, and came out fast. I am obsessed with the herb cream in the chicken pasta. My friend got the tricolore veggie pasta and she also ate every bite. They also leave a fresh block of Parmesan for you to shave off as much as you want during your meal. YUM! While it's expensive, it's also Zürich prices, so just go for it and get some good pasta to help balance out all the walking you're probably doing on your trip!

I will be honest, it has been quite some time since I experienced the dining at Ristorante Italia…read more I can only say that being on a business trip by yourself in Zurich may not be the most exciting, but it does give opportunity to try places that I want to experience. I was not disappointed, as the staff seemed helpful and the food was great. The service is what I remember the most in that they were very hospitable. Give them a try and enjoy!!! I would go back if I'm ever back in Zurich.

Quaint little place with small menu options. They seem to have a wide variety of salumi and cheese,…read morebut a more refined list of kitchen dishes. I got the linguini nere which came with tomato sauce and shrimp. I really liked it