If you don't live out here, chances are you will never know about this place. However having a…read morefriend in a nearby village was key for me. We took an early drive through the mountains, through a one car width toll road, and then ended up in the secluded valley of Schönenbach No your cell phones dont work out here and folks that are here dont want to be found. However they have a lively pub that also sells really good food. One of the most traditional dishes of this area are Käsknöpfle, which are dumplings made with a combo of local Alpine cheeses, flour/water dough, and fried onions. Of course my friend knew all the good stuff, so we got a local sausage/cheese salad with vinaigrette, a few local cheeses, and we were set. Holy fuck was this good, and I had just eaten not too long ago. The vinaigrette was great with the salad, the local cheeses and the bread! I couldnt stop eating... So in the chance that you happen to be in the Alps bordering Switzerland and Germany in Austria, see if you can find this place. It's well worth it.

Great food. Great service. Loud as it's basically one big room with lots of people talking…read more Still good and a great experience

Unassuming place Quite affordable for Switzerland…read more I went twice between two days and got the same thing twice - the Swiss Mac and cheese with bacon The first time it was kinda watery and 4/10 But the second time the next day it was DELICIOUS 7/10. I'm glad I tried it again cause wow Service the first time was extremely fast and we sat inside Service the second time was slower to take the order but fast to get food. However they were EXTREMELY busy that friday afternoon When I return to Zurich I will return

The Red Ox (Rothen Ochsen) is the oldest tavern in the historic city of Stein am Rhein. It was…read morefounded back in 1446 under the same name. Just look for the hanging sign of the red ox. You can't miss it. It's centrally located in the Town Hall Square with views of other colorfully painted buildings. The frescoes of these historical buildings on this side of town are absolutely stunning. The pictures don't truly reflect the full beauty of it all. This restaurant was highly recommended to us. I can totally see why. We were very fortunate to find an empty table for lunch. The outdoor terrace is very popular considering the beautiful scenery around us. The menu has a mix of Swiss German and Italian menu items, as well as an extensive wine list. Yes, it's also a wine tavern (Weinstube). I looked around and noticed that just about everyone was enjoying the St. Galler Gourmet Sausage. It was an easy decision for me. It was served with a seasonal salad and brown bread. That salad was absolutely delicious! I need to find a recipe for this salad & dressing. I could eat this everyday. The sausage was tasty & juicy. This was exactly the kind of meal I was looking for in a local & traditional specialty. I would order the same thing again. I can see why it's so popular. My husband decided to get the Penne all'Arrabbiata with chicken. He absolutely loved the spiciness of the sauce. He seemed very happy with his choice, and kept commenting on it. The service was great from beginning to end. I couldn't have asked for a better atmosphere. There were groups of families and couples all around us enjoying their meal. Everyone was taking in the beautiful weather on the terrace, and having a great time. It's another wonderful experience that will stay in our memories forever. Highly recommended!

In English, Rother Ochsen translates into Red Ox, which is the oldest tavern in Switzerland…read more Erected in 1446, this tavern features Gothic windows and a facade painted with a humanistic theme. 1446... America wasn't even discovered then! While visiting Stein am Rhein, my friend and I made this a must-see place. We stopped in for drinks. I had a delicious apple cider, my friend had a local beer. The interior is quaint and cozy, lined with hard wood and tables fit snugly together. I was in awe imagining all the generations of people who ate and drank here for the past six hundred years. Amazing. If you're in Stein am Rhein, make sure to stop by Rother Ochsen and make yourself a part of its historic legacy.

I am a massive fan of Alehouse because they have delicious beer and great food!…read more I've only been here twice but plan to come many more times. They have a great list of beers on a screen (it's a digital screen right?) noting the locations and more info about them. Many of the prices are pretty steep, but, I really enjoy the ambiance and the food, and the beer! Last time I came they had an Ethiopian pop-up, or whatever you call it. They were serving Ethiopian food for a limited amount of time. I ordered the veggie platter with different curries and it was really delicious, and so pretty too! I always have a great time here. They also have seating outside.

This place is bad ass…read more We were on vacation, and looking for some good craft brews. We found it! They have a really good selection of beers. Especially IPAs. The atmosphere is great for chatting, playing board games and just having a great time. The bartender's were super cool and helpful as well. Loved this place. It's hard to find craft beers in Switzerland. Hopefully it'll get more popular. But this place is doing it right.

BY far my favorite meal of our trip. Everything was delicious. The wine options and tasting…read moreseemed endless and each bite we had was amazing. Service was PHENOMENAL. We loved everything about this place. The ambience and quiet atmosphere. We had a great table right by the intimate kitchen. The history of the building was the coolest. You really can't go wrong with this tasting menu and dining experience!!!!

This place is absolutely delicious, pricey but delicious... This is one of those really small, yet…read morecharming eateries that keep you wanting more course after course. There are about 4-5 tables or so and a single server that tends them all. The menu is essentially prix fixe and I had no clue what I was getting myself into. Once the food stared to arrive, literally everything was amazing! The soup was delicious, the fish was soft and buttery, the truffle ravioli was ridiculous and the octopus was fantastic! Overall, this is a very solid Swiss dining experience and I would recommend trying it out if in Zurich, but be sure to bring your wallet (roughly 110-150CHF per person) and make reservations. Pros- Location Service Ambiance Homely feel Food taste Friendliness Menu Wine list TRUFFLES! Cons- Pricey Fills up quickly Limited cocktail selection