You would think that because this restaurant sits at one of best spots in the city, that is, at the top of Zurich (and locals and visitors alike flock there for the incredible views), the prices would be outrageous. But actually, it's not bad and the restaurant is enormous. It looked like there was a sizable dinner buffet with chicken, sausages, pasta, salad, etc. (perhaps for the hotel guests). The menu is pretty extensive and my large party got a variety of things, cordon bleu (which came on the bone) on a bed of saffron risotto, pasta, the large cheese burger, and everything was very tasty. I didn't order the wine myself, but I imagine it's pretty pricey. Desserts, I didn't care for, but they did have this classic meringue dessert from Bern.
There are several dining rooms, all with great views. There are just as many tables outside on the huge deck that overlooks both the lake and the other side of the mountain, I believe overlooking Zug (or the neighboring area). The sunsets here are breathtaking. I've been to Uto Kulm on both cloudy and sunny days and the view is still wonderful when there are lots of clouds.
The older waitress who tended to us was amazing. I'm sure she speaks several languages but it was clear she spoke Swiss German, German and English at the very least. You're free to go outside and come back in however many times you want but I was there when it was not so crowded. (There was even a romantic date going on at one of the tables and the wait staff had strewn fresh rose petals on the white tablecloth!)
I would highly recommend hiking, running or taking the train up here. If you take the S-bahn train to Uetliberg, you walk up some stairs and then "hike" up a small hill before you get to the front door of the restaurant. Not sure if there is handicap access from the station to the hotel/restaurant so I would call the hotel/restaurant to find out if you have any special needs! read more