6 GaultMillau restaurants in Zurich
Go on a culinary journey of discovery in these selected GaultMillau restaurants in Zurich.
Restaurant "Widder": classic elegance and creative cuisine
The "Widder" in the heart of Zurich's Old Town is an established address for discerning palates. Within historic walls, you are served classic cuisine with a focus on first-class products. The atmosphere is dignified, the ambience stylish.
The seasonal creations of head chef Stefan Heilemann impress with their precision and depth of flavour. A visit to the "Widder" is a culinary experience that combines tradition and modernity. With an impressive 18 GaultMillau points and two Michelin stars, it is one of the top addresses in Switzerland.
"Gaijin Izakaya": Fine umami flavours in the heart of Zurich
“Gaijin Izakaya” brings a piece of Tokyo to Zurich. The restaurant is a lively eatery in the style of a Japanese izakaya, where small dishes to share take centre stage. The menu offers a selection of Japanese classics and creative new creations.
From sushi and sashimi to tempura and grilled dishes - the variety is huge. The top restaurant in Zurich has 14 GaultMillau points and a "Bib Gourmand" award in the Michelin Guide. The "Gaijin Izakaya" is a good address for an informal evening with colleagues with different flavours.
Interesting fact: As an American Express Platinum Card holder, you can easily make a booking at "Gaijin Izakaya" via Platinum Travel & Lifestyle Service.
Would you like to discover more exciting restaurants? With the Platinum Dining Credit, Platinum Cardholders get a credit to the value of CHF 40 once a quarter if they spend more than CHF 250 in a GaultMillau restaurant that accepts American Express. Simply pay at the restaurant of your choice and the credit will be issued immediately.
Dining credit in comparison: Gold Card or Platinum Card?
Do you like to eat well and discover new restaurants? Then it's worth taking a look at the credit cards from American Express: with the Gold Card or Platinum Card you benefit from exclusive restaurant advantages.
Gold Card: The entry into the pleasure upgrade
With the Gold Card you get CHF 25 back every quarter – provided you spend at least CHF 80 in an Amex-accepting restaurant or with a delivery service in Switzerland. Simply pay with the card and the amount will be credited automatically.
Platinum Card: For discerning gourmets
You get even more with the Platinum Card: CHF 40 back when you spend at least CHF 250 in a selected GaultMillau restaurant that accepts American Express. Ideal for special culinary experiences
"Sushi Shin": Japanese precision at Münsterhof
“Sushi Shin” is located in the immediate vicinity of the Limmat, in the heart of Zurich's historic city centre. This Japanese restaurant offers an authentic omakase experience – a multi-course menu put together by the sushi master. In this Zurich restaurant, which has been awarded one Michelin star and 17 GaultMillau points, you can take a seat at the counter and watch the sushi chef as he delicately prepares the dishes.
The charming owner will guide you through the evening and explain the seasonal specialities. The atmosphere is sophisticated and casual. Particularly noteworthy: The evening menus are served in two parts, and omakase is also offered for business lunches (last order 12.45 pm).
"Wirtschaft im Franz": Culinary creativity in an urban atmosphere
“Wirtschaft im Franz" is a modern restaurant offering creative cuisine that emphasises product quality and craftsmanship. The atmosphere is urban and informal. With 14 GaultMillau points and a Michelin star, chef Sebastian Funck proves that sustainability and culinary excellence can go hand in hand.
The dishes impress with exciting combinations and flavours. You will love the surprise menu with four to six courses. Whether for an enjoyable lunch break or an atmospheric evening in trendy Zurich-West – in the charming Zurich GaultMillau restaurant "Wirtschaft im Franz" you will find authentic culinary delights in a relaxed atmosphere.
"Alba": Award-winning sourdough pizza with character
The pizzeria "Alba" has quickly made a name for itself in Zurich and was honoured by GaultMillau as "POP of the Year 2025". Although the restaurant is not rated with traditional GaultMillau points, it is one of a selection of special restaurants that stand out thanks to their young, uncomplicated concept, passion and high quality.
The "Alba" concept is based on traditional sourdough pizza topped with carefully selected ingredients. The long-maturing dough is particularly tasty and easy to digest. You eat in a relaxed and urban atmosphere with a modern ambience. The menu focuses on the essentials: tasty pizza in different variations, accompanied by selected wines and drinks.
Interesting fact: You should try the classic Margherita to feel the quality of the dough and the tomatoes and mozzarella used. But don't hesitate to also try the seasonal creations, which often surprise with unusual but harmonious ingredients.
"La Muña": Japanese-Peruvian fusion above the rooftops of the city
“La Muña" on the sixth floor of the five-star hotel "La Réserve Eden au Lac" is a restaurant in Zurich that has been awarded 16 GaultMillau points. Head chef Domenico Zizzi impresses with a sophisticated fusion of Japanese and Peruvian cuisine on the rooftop of the stylish hotel on Lake Zurich. The ideal backdrop for the exotic creations served in this top restaurant.
The menu combines the finesse of Japanese cuisine with the intense flavours and variety of Peruvian gastronomy. The menu includes Swiss beef tataki, hamachi, O'Toro tuna and specialities such as dashire noodles with onsen eggs or chirashi peruvano with wakame and chulpi corn. Vegetarian options include steamed vegetables with shiitake tofu, while weekly changing tempura fish dishes provide variety.
GaultMillau restaurants in Zurich: moments of pleasure in the city on the Limmat
Zurich's gastronomic scene offers an impressive variety: from traditional Swiss cuisine and international specialities to and innovative concepts. The GaultMillau ratings provide sound guidance if you want to go on a culinary voyage of discovery.
The restaurants presented here are just a selection of what Zurich has to offer in terms of cuisine. For lovers of plant-based cuisine, a visit to "KLE" with its 14 GaultMillau points is also worthwhile. Whether experimental or traditional, down-to-earth or exotic - Zurich is a melting pot of culinary creativity that constantly offers new moments of pleasure.
And even more enjoyable is the Platinum Card. As part of the Platinum Dining Credit, it gives you a credit to the value of CHF 40 once a quarter if you spend more than CHF 250 in a GaultMillau restaurant that accepts American Express.
Frequently asked questions and answers
There are over 50 restaurants in Zurich with GaultMillau awards - from stylish gourmet temples to modern bistros with creative cuisine.
With 19 points, "The Restaurant" at the Dolder Grand is one of the top restaurants in Zurich. Head chef Heiko Nieder specialises in modern haute cuisine.
GaultMillau is a renowned restaurant guide that rates restaurants according to points (up to 20). The criteria are cuisine, creativity, quality and overall experience.
