I just received friendly and competent service from a woman who'd literally just stepped on the…read morefloor some twenty minutes prior. -told me she was filling in. She deftly answered all of my questions and explained how one cooks the delightful Swiss treat: Saucison. Among the few varieties of Saucison, ready-to-eat sausages are to be found as well. I opted for a Wildschweinwurst and a 'scharf' Wurst. --not really so piquant as I had hoped, but still tasty. The cheese selection isn't bad, either. I spied a blue cheese from Romandie, a really potent Vacherin, goat and sheeps cheeses and, tis the season, raclette and fondue cheeses. This place also stocks beans from a new coffee roaster, Cococoro, located just down the road in Kreis 3. Wine, beer, among a few other things, are all neatly arranged for one's perusal. This cosy joint is a must-visit, when in town.

Ice Cream solves everything!…read more Fun place to stop for ice cream. I scream. You scream. We all scream. For ice cream!

Perfect spot to stop by for some treats and drinks when you get tired from exploring the city…read more I ordered their yuzu pastry, which had a good balance of sweetness and bright citrus flavor. It was light and refreshing, yet not overlay rich. It was perfect for a hot summer day. They are known for their luxemburgerli but it was during the heat wave when we went and it was so hot that I wasn't in the mood for anything too sugary so I didn't get any to try which I really regret and would love to try them out next time I'm in town. Service was quite slow. We waited for over 15mins before we were seated even though there's tables available. And no one came to acknowledge us during that time as well. Next time when I return, I would probably opt to just pick up some luxemburgerli to go unless you're very tired and just want to find a place to sit down and rest.

I came here because I couldn't find anything else in District 5 and stumbled across the entire…read moreViadukt market. I picked this place out of all the other food stalls because it looked affordable at under 10 CHF, and I wanted something warm to eat instead of a cold sandwich. They have a few flavors of savory pies, including a chicken pie, beef & guinness, and a few other flavors that I can't remember off the top of my head. The pies are warmed up for you in the microwave, so the crust is not super crispy and flaky, but it's still pretty decent nonetheless. I didn't find the filling to be really exciting though - it seemed like just shredded chicken that was slightly sweet which was a little odd. I wanted there to be vegetables or something else in there. I appreciated that it was warmed at least and it fit the bill for a meal under 10 CHF, and it was a decent lunch - not super filling but it was just barely enough food. I wouldn't go out of my way to come here to eat, but if you're in the area and want food, this is a decent option. They don't take credit cards under 10 CHF, so plan accordingly.

I never appreciated the great vessel that is a pie until I met my fiancé. He is a great lover of…read moreall things that come in pie form, savory or sweet, and I stumbled upon this place while wandering with a friend and although the prices are quite high, I would say they aren't that much more expensive than NYC bc it's a specialty food and they are DELICIOUS. The chilli has a kick to it and there's also chicken, beef and veggie amongst a couple others. The crust is perfection and the filling is very flavorful. It's even great reheated at home!

Feels like walking into a real-life Willy Wonka scenario; the displays themselves are reason enough…read moreto visit! I couldn't help but take pictures so I can look back and salivate at all of the chocolate options! Like a kid in a (literal) candy store. Prices are a little on the higher side because of the artisan quality and ornate and decorative package options, but it is well worth a visit to splurge and try for yourself!

The customer service was delightful. She discussed the various candies and freely gave samples. I…read morebrought my purchases as gifts and they were very well received.

If you're looking for cheap produce, this is where you'll find it (it's cheaper than Lidl). They…read morealso have dried, frozen, and canned goods. If you're looking for a jumbo economy size can for chick peas, you'll find it here. Snap shot of prices- Daikon- 1.50 each Cucumber- 0.90-1 each Carrots- 1.20/kg Tahini- 4.25 Apples- 1.90/kg (at Denner 3.20/kg) *Cash Only

Have been here a few times because it's right in front of the 72 bus stop and the exterior looks…read morequite clean and modern but inside is a bit of a madhouse. There is a good selection of produce at decent prices but almost all the spinach is wilted and wet (compare to the spinach so beautiful and perky at Marinello), the garlic is awesomely priced but I can't find a decent cucumber and there is mold on the cauliflower. The tomatoes are great but I feel they are more flavorful because they're older/riper than those at Coop or Migros. There is a good selection of fruit displayed outside and inside the store but I couldn't find my favorite: berries! No strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, blackberries. Also no kiwis or cherries :( oh well, there is a halal butcher and an amazing selection of couscous and a mega sized yogurt, not surprising. I loved seeing the diversity of the clientele but unfortunately I can't do all my food shopping just here and I'm looking for a one-stop shop which I will reluctantly have to rely on the Sihlcity Coop to fulfill. Like Lianhua this place is sizeable and the shelves are chock full of products but most of them are not part of my regular grocery/ingredient list so maybe I'll need to switch up my palate and recipe staple. There is a wider selection of household goods that you may need like cleaning liquids and napkins, etc than Lian Hua down the street. I've posted pictures of the seafood selection so will have to compare the prices to those as Lian Hua. They actually take credit cards which is great and there was a plentiful supply of herbs which I love--mint, rosemary, oregano, parsley, cilantro, and so on.

If you find yourself in Zurich and wanting to stop into a place that is truly local and chock full…read moreof great food, gift and liquor finds...this is it! The shopkeeper is a gem and their cheese selection is second to none. We were able to try several cheeses before deciding what to buy. The kirsch filled chocolates were amazing and a great gift to bring back to the US. Also, I can't remember the name...but the liqueur aged with hay and apples...don't miss it. It was great and again, a fun gift to bring back home. You will really miss out if you don't stop here!

Danielle is amazing! Highly recommend purchasing your cheeses from here. Very knowledgeable and…read moreextremely friendly. My wife and I are traveling from the US and she made us feel right at home explaining all of the different cheeses, their taste and explained where she gets them from. Wonderful store and even more wonderful person running it.

In your dreams angels have wings made of wurst? This is your place: simply wurst & cured meat…read moreheaven. They have everything the world of cured meat has to offer.

-authentic Mexican food and drink so far from North America? Well, shucks, that's just great!…read more I found a decent assortment of tequilas and mescal. 'Abuelita' chocolate, and, oh, um, CORN TORTILLAS handmade in CH really caught both my eye and pocket book. Aside from consumables, El Mais sells festive pinatas of various shapes and sizes, earthen ware, arty and funky Frieda Kahlo themed hand bags, and much more! Unable to go into the shop and purchase directly? Well, El M have a website set up for your buying pleasure! Don't forget to check out the band, too. :)

So, I stumbled upon El Maiz as I was walking through the neighborhood looking for something else…read more Luckily, I'd previously read about the store here on Yelp. So, when I was done doing my other errand, I popped in and was pleasantly surprised. I was immediately greeted warmly and asked if I needed any help. I told them that I'd just like to look around. The shop is split into the grocery side and the gift/decor side. I happened to be much more interested in the grocery side. It's small but it has a lot... a lot more than I'd found anywhere in Europe in the almost 9 years I've been here. Tomatillos (almost impossible to find in my searches)... fresh and canned, some good quality tequilas, hand/homemade goodies of all sorts. I bought some chips and tamales and I'm really looking forward to trying them. My wife is jealous that I got to go but she didn't... therefore, I know that we'll be back soon.

Nice little neighborhood Italian bakery & cafe…read more This place is two mins walk from our flat in so I tend to pop in from time to time. Their pastries are generally pretty good. The varieties are much better in the morning then in the afternoon. I do enjoy the coffees here a lot. A little on the stronger side, which I prefer. The wait staff is not particularly friendly but neither are they rude. They put up with my 2 yr old hyper active daughter every time (and the mess she inevitably creates) so I can't complain really. The Aragosta pastry I had this afternoon was particularly yummy and generously filled with custard cream. It was quite huge and a bit messy to eat but nonetheless, I enjoyed every bite of it along with my perfect cup of cappuccino.

the pictures of the aragosta pastry got me drooling so we…read moreswung by it was later in the afternoon so i felt like the pastry was a bit stale but couldn't really tell if that was supposed to be the texture since it was a bit crispy on top the custard was ok - tasted like asian custard mild and not too sweet