I had a fantastic dinner here celebrating my friend's birthday with beautiful views of Lake…read moreLucerne, delicious food, and amazing service. I would give this place 6 stars if I could! We were traveling to Switzerland to celebrate my friend's birthday, so I wanted to make sure that on the day of his birthday, we had a nice meal to celebrate, and Scala didn't disappoint! The restaurant is located in the Art Deco Hotel Montana. I made a reservation on their website a couple weeks in advance with the note that we were celebrating a birthday, so they gave us one of the best tables with a view by the window. From the moment we stepped in, we were greeted with impeccable service, from the coat check to letting us try the house wine before committing to the complimentary birthday dessert. It was the best service by far that we received at any restaurant during our trip. The meal started off with a delicious complimentary baguette, paired with regular butter and curry butter. The baguette was super crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, and both butters were fantastic. We also each got a glass of their house wine for $10.50 each. Both the red and white house wines were delicious. One of the reasons I chose Scala is because the menu is very vegetarian friendly. There were multiple options for my friend. We had a large lunch and weren't super hungry, so we shared one appetizer and each ordered an entrée. The tomato carpaccio ($28) was delicious when paired with the fried burrata. My entrée was the braised veal cheeks ($56 for a large portion), which ended up being one of the best braised meat dishes I've ever had. The veal cheeks were super tender and flavorful in every bite and went well with the saffron risotto and spinach that comes with it. It was a HUGE piece of meat, and by the end I was struggling to finish, but I managed with lots of breaks. My friend got the burrata lime ravioli ($44) and said it was the best ravioli he's ever had. I tried a bite and I had to agree, it was pretty flavorful and amazing. We were completely stuffed but still wanted to end the meal on a sweet note, so we each got a scoop of their sorbet. I got the strawberry and he got the mango-passion fruit, and as you'd expect, both were on point with their flavors and were exactly what we were looking for in terms of a light dessert. They also came by and presented us with a complimentary birthday cake and candle, which was a pleasant surprise. Halfway through the evening, a pianist came and started playing the piano, so the meal here felt like such a classy and elegant affair. I would highly recommend this place to anyone looking to celebrate a special occasion!

Excellent experience at the bar on a May evening for drinks and food in a classy, jazzy, relaxing…read moresetting! ARRIVING: Restaurant Scala is located in hotel Montana. There is a cute small funicular that takes you from the bottom of the street too. We didn't have a reservation when visiting, but our party of four was offered bar seating which we accepted graciously. VIBE AND AMBIANCE The ambiance is really nice, service is top tier (polite, efficient, friendly) and there was a live pianist playing on a weekday evening. There's views of lake Lucerne behind the windows, and the bar is extensively set up and seating on couches or bar seats or smaller table tops are all options. FOOD AND DRINK The menu is smaller but includes pasta, salad, mains, and an extensive drink list. We enjoyed aperitifs including red vermouth and sparkling wine. Food is excellent. The BEEF TARTARE comes in two sizes and also comes with a good portion of toasted bread on the side, with an option to adjust the spice level to taste. There was finely minced onions on one side And a shower of small sprouts on top. The PASTA WITH PESTO was a generous portion and delicious. The STEAK FILET was cooked medium as ordered, and served with an herb butter and roasted vegetables. All were seasoned wonderfully. The salad of the day was also excellent. The house red wine was fragrant, and the rose selection was good as well. SERVICE We never felt rushed at all, and service was polite and friendly and attentive. We enjoyed our stay so much that we would love to come back for dinner in the restaurant itself sometime. Reservations recommended as it seems like this is a popular place. Wonderful! Recommended for groups for dinner or bar or drink, in a beautiful setting with live music and friendly service.

This was recommended by our Viking Tour "Guide". We decided to try Bellinis for dinner since it was…read morea three minute walk from our hotel. Our waiter was very outgoing. He made it a point to try and make us laugh. He recommended some entrees and we ended up with pizzas, the monkfish and the burrata. Loved the monkfish dish. I also got to try white merlot for the first time which I enjoyed. We also ordered lasagna which never got to our table so we decided to cancel it. Truth be told, we ordered enough food for our group. We sat outside and the weather could not have been more perfect!

Excellent service, quality musicians, and delicious food! It was the perfect food experience to…read morebegin our vacation.

We had a group of 9 people and the staff was very accommodating! Everyone was so kind and friendly…read more I got the Swiss version of Mac and cheese and it came with a side of their homemade applesauce. My favorite part was the crispy onions on top! We also got the chestnut Swiss dessert which was nicely presented and the flavors mixed well with the nut portion and ice cream portion of the dessert. Overall we had a great time here!

Wirtshaus Taube is a cozy little spot tucked away from the more touristy parts of Lucerne, and I…read morehighly recommend it for the lamb stew! We ordered the lamb stew, and WOW--this was mind-blowingly good. The flavors were deep, rich, and absolutely surreal. The lamb was incredibly flavorful, and this was easily the standout dish of our meal. We also tried the Chapel Bridge Rösti, which I had heard great things about, but unfortunately it was just okay for me. The bottled beer and rosé were also fine but nothing particularly memorable. We finished with the chocolate mousse, which was good, although again, nothing extraordinary. Service was quick and efficient, and our reservation meant we were seated promptly. The atmosphere is cozy and tucked away from the tourist crowds, making it a nice place to settle in for a meal. If you come here, get the lamb stew. That alone makes this place worth a visit!

Everything was amazingggg! Eat here!!! Great service and…read moregreat food, very fresh. I would eat here again

We are staying at this hotel and it's very nice. The second time we have eaten here and the food…read moreis excellent. The service speed is so horrible that I can't possibly recommend it. Think this is unacceptable and add 30 minutes. Then think the only way to pay is to leave and see if they chase you. This time we brought books. I've been trying to get a second beer forever.

Excellent brasserie. Has the patina of a well loved place. Everything our table has was delicious…read moreand well plated. I love French food, especially in a "traditional" brassiere or bistro. This felt authentic (not touristy, not pandering to Americans). We were a table of four, everyone ordered a first and second course- and we had a great local Pinot. Service was friendly, knowledgeable, attentive and professional. It was really a wonderful experience.

Amazing service. Outstanding food. Great ambience. Will definitely return. Ratatouille was my…read morefavorite. Sea bass also great. Merci.

I have to say that this was my favorite meal in Lucerne. Oh my goodness!! Our tour guide highly…read morerecommended it. I'm not sure that I would have seen it had it not been for Chris. It's quite the hidden gem. First of all, the rustic and unpretentious ambiance hit all the right notes. I mean, I couldn't have asked for a better lunch setting. Although, Lucerne is full of beautiful outdoor terrace scenery. This one was by and far the best indoor scenery. Seriously! Just look at the pictures. The 4 course pasta lunch was exactly what I wanted in a Swiss Italian meal. It's all served family style. There were 3 of us. We started with the soup & salad. It was a delicious seasonal pumpkin cream soup. She told us what was in it, but I totally forgot. It was also well-presented in a white soup tureen. The salad was equally as wonderful. I love the salad & dressing here! The quality fresh ingredients including pumpkin seeds (for Autumn) and croutons with that tasty homemade dressing is out of this world. I would have been happy & satisfied with just the soup & salad alone. The pasta dish came out not too long after the starters. Wow! Honestly, I thought the Pasta Amatriciana was better than any pasta dish I've had in Italy. I don't normally make statements like that. I just love the simple sauces made from fresh crushed tomatoes. This one had cured pork cheek in the sauce. Our server did tell us, but I don't think he heard that part. I was surprised that my husband didn't notice it. I still haven't told him because I'm not sure what he would think of that. Haha! We loved it! At the end, we had our choice of dessert. I think he had the tiramisu, and I selected the apricot mango one. It was a great ending. I also have to say that the Eichhof beer was light & refreshing, as well as the pitcher of naturally infused water. It's the little things that make me happy. There is an extensive wine menu as well. To be honest, I didn't see the rest of the menu. I think it's a daily fixed menu anyway. We were set on either the Pasta or Business (meat) lunch based on recommendations. We're glad we listened. The service was exceptional. Every course was proudly explained. Our server was friendly & professional. The atmosphere was amazing! The only thing you might regret is the price. But, I'm here to tell you that it's like that everywhere in Switzerland. Just get over it, and enjoy the meal. Take that advice for what it's worth. Seek this place out if you happen to be staying in Lucerne. We have no regrets whatsoever.

We had reservations in advance so I'd recommend them on the weekend - it was Easter weekend for us…read more I only imagine this place is just as beautiful when the weather is nicer out. Ambiance is rustic - good for groups of 8 or less or even just two people. Warm and cozy space as if you were at home. It was a set menu with salad/soup, pasta, main and dessert and/or cheese for dinner. I loved the fact that it was family style. So I maybe wouldn't choose this place if you have picky eaters. The salad was fantastic. Loved the dressing. The soup for me was the selling point. We had a root vegetable soup that was aromatic, creamy, a slight kick. The pasta was a Bolognese where I loved the chilis that they added. For the main, they were serving veal on a risotto and carrots. The meat was tender and flavorful. The chocolate mousse was rich, creamy and the creme balanced out the sweetness. Now, my group finished eating and decided we'd come back for lunch a few days later because the menu is never the same. Lunch is a little different with dinner as you can choose either pasta or the business lunch. We opted to do two servings of business lunch and one of the pasta so we could recreate the similar family-esque dinner style. We had a potato soup with salmon bits for lunch. Next was a pesto pasta with garlic and ricotta cheese. Not that the Bolognese wasn't good, but I loved this pasta. So fresh, and the flavors melded so well. We had a beef cut with purple rice and veggies. I loved the Char on this cut of meat. And lastly for dessert, I had panna cotta with a rhubarb compote that was so creamy, not overly sweet and had maybe a twist with a hint of cinnamon? You really can't go wrong here. If I came back to Lucerne, I'd be back here! Service was stellar-we actually had the same waitress for both meal services and was phenomenal. She gave great wine recommendations.

Walked up on a Monday at 5 with our 4 kids. Not many customers. Food was good. Had a good kids menu…read morethat kept them happy. I loved my veal schnitzel w lemon sauce and risotto. The risotto was perfect(5/5)! Would def rec if you like a very lemony sauce. My wife had penne vodka, which was done well, but not earth shattering I would say (4/5). I ordered a glass of white wine that never came, but I decided to not fu on that. They took it off the bill and gave us some small chocolates at the end of the meal. Would go again.

My wife and I found this place based on some favorable reviews. We were looking for a reasonably…read morepriced pizza while visiting Lucerne in December. It's close to the Lion of Lucerne so we got to see that as well as enjoy a good meal. We had a nice mixed salad and shared the four cheese pizza, which was more than enough food for two. The pizza was among the best we've ever had, rich and flavourful. We were there around 4:00 PM and were the only customers. The server/owner was very nice and we totally enjoyed our dinner.

We were craving for some Mediterranean/Greek food and this place did not disappoint…read more Awesome service and great atmosphere. Be sure to try their Tyrokafteri...one of my favorites.

Everything was perfect! We love Greek food and wine. They are so knowledgeable and helped us pick…read morethe perfect bottle of wine! The place was quiet and inviting. The staff was eager to help with ordering too. Amazing!