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1. Hiltl
A pioneer in meatless meals, Hiltl has been serving vegetarian cuisine in Zurich since 1898. Famed for its self-serve buffet, the restaurant also...
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2. Restaurant Didi's Frieden
- Didi's Frieden, literally Didi's Peace, is a small restaurant that is big on fresh, fine food. Each month features a different, seasonal four course... read more
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3. Restaurant Oepfelchammer
- Zurich's oldest Weinstube (wine tavern), Oepfelchammer is a family-owned restaurant that does its best to preserve its 19th century decor and its... read more
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4. Raclette Stube
- Raclette Stube is a small, homey restaurant focusing on Switzerland's most famous melted cheese specialities: fondue and raclette. Three types... read more
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6. Griechische Taverne Le Beaujolais
- Despite its French name, Griechische Taverne Le Beaujolais is the real deal when it comes to traditional Greek cooking. Owner Jannis Lygkonis takes... read more
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7. Bauschänzli
- A former island bastion in Zurich's medieval city walls, Bauschänzli is now a beer garden restaurant with something for everyone. The self-service... read more
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8. Maison Blunt
- Maison Blunt is a small, offbeat Moroccan restaurant near Limmatplatz. The mezze menu features hot and cold dishes, as well as the possibility... read more
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9. Cafe Zähringer
- Founded in the 1980's, Cafe Zähringer is a part of the same movement that created the famous Rote Fabrik and other counterculture landmarks in... read more
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10. Zeughauskeller
- Housed in a historic armory, Zeughauskeller is a dream for sausage lovers. The selection covers over a dozen different sausages from several regions... read more
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Zurich's multicultural identity is reflected in the city's numerous dining options. From rösti to fondue, kebabs to curries, hot chocolate to cold beer, there are restaurants catering to all palates, all cuisines and all budgets.
When it comes to Swiss food, most visitors think of fondue and its melted cheese cousin raclette. Both fondue and raclette come packed with rich flavor, but there are other Swiss dishes worth trying like Züri Geschnetzeltes (a veal dish served with a wine and cream sauce), Aelplermaccaroni (a pasta dish made with cream, cheese, potatoes and onions) and rösti, the Swiss take on potato pancakes. Raclette Stube, Oepfelchammer and Zeughauskeller are excellent restaurants for sampling any of the above.
In addition to the traditional cuisine, seasonal eating is very popular in Zurich. With its focus on local, organic ingredients, Didi's Frieden caters to this philosophy with monthly changing menus of fine-dining delicacies, while Café Zähringer makes seasonal dishes targeting those on a student budget. Zurich is also big on grilling. Summer beer garden Bauschänzli's outdoor kitchen is great for sausages that go nicely with cold beer. You can get the flavors of summer all year long at Greek restaurant Griechische Taverne Le Beaujolais and Moroccan restaurant Maison Blunt, which are among the best ethnic eateries in Zurich.
Zurich is also home to some original eating opportunities. Vegetarian Hiltl has become a city landmark with its meatless takes on Swiss food and spicy curries, while Blindekuh simulates the blind experience, serving first-rate meals in total darkness.
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