Bernese Oberland
Locals sing the praises of this cosy tavern snuggled away in the chalet-style Hotel Bernerhof. It's a good choice if you're in the mood for some hearty…
Must-see restaurants in Switzerland
Valais
The Gemmet Farm is no ordinary delicatessen. The stylish shop with shelves of Valais wine on the walls and a glass-covered counter safeguarding carefully…
Zürich
Tuck into the heartiest of Swiss grub under the heavy oak beams at this sprawling, atmospheric 15th-century beer hall with ample pavement seating. The…
Valais
Don’t even consider stepping foot in Evolène in Val d’Hérens, 24km south of Sion by road, without sampling the famed local beef at this legendary spot,…
Basel
For excellent value at lunchtime, head to this bright, modern restaurant at the Teufelhof hotel, with courtyard seating, superb Swiss and Mediterranean…
Geneva
Beloved for its fresh seafood since 1933, Café du Centre has a charming old-school brasserie feel, with crisply dressed waiters bustling among linen-clad…
Lausanne
Authentic Hong Kong–style Cantonese cuisine is order of the day at this restaurant named after their eponymous speciality 'Peking Duck': if you're a fan…
Bernese Oberland
Eiger seems close enough to touch from the terrace of this endearingly old-fashioned mountain hut. Platters of cured meats and Hobelchäs (Alpine cheese)…
Geneva
In operation since 2014, this popular joint in Eaux-Vives is the go-to for local vegetarians, for its healthy pay-by-weight buffet of salads and a variety…
Valais
This is a gourmet mecca with a menu wholly inspired by produits du terroir (local produce). The result: fabulous seasonal, Michelin-starred cuisine by…
Valais
An 800m walk north from the old town, chef Jacques Bovier works with seasonal local products to create a dining experience that thrills every time (ever…
Ticino
With a cracking view of Foroglio's wispy falls from its terrace, this osteria is simply lovely. Sit at one of five timber tables by the fireside for…
Northeastern Switzerland
If you're tired of traditional Swiss grub, swing across to this nicely chilled, bistro-style Vietnamese restaurant. Go for a classic bowl of belly-warming…
Fribourg, Drei-Seen-Land and The Jura
This highly revered establishment, in a beautiful riverside mansion from the 1770s, has some outstanding prix fixe menus, which feature stellar desserts…
Valais
This popular spot on the old street through the village has it covered – indoor in a lovely old building on the mountain side of the road and an outdoor…
Basel
One of the main reasons (sorry – the only reason) to stop by this neat Italian job is to chow down on its famous NYC-style pastrami sandwich – a real…
Chur
This neat little Italian job has what every bistro needs – people who cook with passion and serve with a pinch of soul. With its slick surrounds and…
Zürich
Grab a spot on the sidewalk terrace or sit inside beneath sparkling chandeliers on beautiful Moroccan-tiled floors. Either way, this wonderfully casual…
Lago di Lugano
Housed in a restored, stone-vaulted 17th-century palazzo, Atenaeo del Vino matches seasonal fare (think asparagus, mushrooms, seafood, game) with top…
Lake Geneva & Vaud
A great reason to hang out in Château-d’Œx is to see cheese being made and scoff sugary-sweet homemade meringues smothered in far more cream than the…
Lago di Lugano
A rustic, beamed dining room with an invitingly old-fashioned air sets the scene at this restaurant, with a lovely terrace right by the lake. Service is…
Ticino
Fresh produce from Alpine cheeses to fresh bread, salumi and fruit is sold at the Saturday morning market in the lanes of the historic centre on and…
Northeastern Switzerland
Opposite the cathedral, you can dine below atmospheric vaults at this tavern, which was a horse stable in a former life and still has a whiff of late…
Central Switzerland
For down-to-earth Swiss classics at reasonable prices, locals have been flocking to this beer hall since 1891. It's beloved for its lunch menus and for…
Ticino
If you're craving the rustic warmth and simplicity of a Ticinese grotto, this is your place. There's an attractive garden for summer day dining and a menu…
Fribourg, Drei-Seen-Land and The Jura
In the style of a classic Parisian brasserie, Boulevard 39 is a smart affair with a heavy emphasis on beef – burgers with foie gras, steak tartare – with…
Northeastern Switzerland
Doing what it says on the tin, this hole-in-the-wall cafe ladles out wholesome homemade soups – from spicy Thai-style numbers to goulash and cream of…
Northeastern Switzerland
Right in the heart of town, popular Gass 17 is a slickly modern cafe, bakery, bar and restaurant rolled into one. Drop by for a snack or coffee by day, or…
Grindelwald
Just as appetising as the menu are the stupendous views to Unterer Gletscher from this gallery-style cafe’s sunny terrace. Enjoy a salad, coffee and cake,…
Central Switzerland
A cafe with character, come here for coffee, desserts, wine, beer and gluten-free eating options – plus the opportunity to peruse second hand clothing and…
Valais
This Verbier hipster, with big bold windows and stylish outside seating on Place Blanche, is the place to be seen. Its modern kitchen cooks up quinoa…
Lugano
In the best of grotto traditions, this cheery place up on a hill has a huge terrace shaded by trees and chipper staff. Go for the house specialities like…
Bern
This vegetarian buffet restaurant inside the train station is perfect for a quick, healthy meal any time of day. Serve yourself, weigh and pay. Takeaway…
Montreux
It ain't as sophisticated as many places in Montreux, but the home-made burgers at this laid-back, metro-tiled, American-style joint are unbeatable in…
Valais
On sunny days every table is snagged by noon at this buzzing bistro with art-slung walls and bubbly staff. The ‘please everyone’ menu takes taste buds…
Neuchâtel
DuPeyrou presides like a mini-Versailles over manicured gardens, somewhat incongruously in the town centre. Built between 1765 and 1770, it regales with…
Bern
Yes, it's out on a limb, but if you're serious about coffee you won't want to miss out on this roastery and cafe, where the baristas really know their…
Bernese Oberland
Marvel at views of Les Diablerets glacier and Gstaad from the slope-side perch of Wasserngrat, where a fire crackles in the rustic-chic restaurant and…
Bernese Oberland
This softly lit tavern has been going strong for 200 years and shows no sign of waning. It's a solid choice for a hearty Swiss feed, with a few one-offs…
Lake Geneva & Vaud
Filling the pretty pedestrian square in front of Nyon’s château, tables here look out on the Sleeping Beauty towers and lake beyond. Cuisine is Italian…
