Vegan and Vegetarian: Restaurants in Zurich
Enjoy meat-free dining at these outstanding restaurants in Zurich.
Everything you need to know at a glance
Zurich offers a wide selection of vegan and vegetarian restaurants – from fine dining establishments with GaultMillau awards to laid-back vegetarian spots for brunch, lunch, or dinner. Among the best vegan restaurants in Zurich are the “Marktküche” with its creative tasting menu, the seasonal outdoor restaurant “Blooms,” and “DAR” with its plant-based sharing cuisine.
Those looking for vegetarian restaurants in Zurich will also find excellent options for delicious meat-free cuisine at the “Neue Taverne” and the time-honored “Hiltl” restaurants. Many of these restaurants focus on regional, market-fresh ingredients and showcase just how versatile vegan and vegetarian cuisine in Zurich can be.
Exquisite Vegan Tasting Menu at the “Marktküche” Restaurant
Fine dining can be just as impressive without meat, as the Zurich restaurant “Marktküche” proves time and again. It ranks among the city’s best vegan restaurants, having earned a full 15 points from GaultMillau. The plant-based dishes served by Chef Tobias Hoesli and his team focus on regional, market-fresh ingredients from sustainable farms.
You’re sure to be pleasantly surprised by the dishes at “Marktküche” – the menu changes monthly. You can choose from various tasting menus featuring four to eight courses. On Saturdays, there’s also a set six-course menu during the matinee.
And with American Express, you can look forward to special perks when dining at the “Marktküche” restaurant:
With the “Platinum Dining” credit, you’ll receive a dining credit worth CHF 40.– once a quarter when you spend CHF 250.– or more at a GaultMillau-listed restaurant that accepts American Express.
Enjoy vegan or vegetarian cuisine at the “Neue Taverne” restaurant
Vegetables also take center stage at the “Neue Taverne” restaurant. Here, you can savor delicious vegan and vegetarian dishes. Don’t be alarmed – the portions are intentionally kept small, as they’re meant to be shared. For two people, we recommend four to six plates. These include dishes such as: Shokupan brioche with summer truffles and Parmesan, or tomato ceviche with onion, tarragon, and labneh.
Or treat yourself to the Tavolata menu and let the selection surprise you. Both options are well worth it, as the creative cuisine at the “Neue Taverne” restaurant has not only been awarded a Michelin star but also boasts 15 GaultMillau points. Also on the menu: select natural wines, creative cocktails, and house-made beverages.
As a Platinum Cardholder, you can also redeem your annual dining credit at this vegetarian restaurant in Zurich.
The Extraordinary Outdoor Restaurant “Blooms”
If you’re looking for a special dining experience, don’t miss a visit to “Blooms” during the summer months. At this outdoor restaurant, you can take a seat on a garden terrace surrounded by greenery and shaded by sun sails, and enjoy delicious vegan and vegetarian dishes.
“Blooms” has been awarded 16 points by GaultMillau. Here, you have a choice: either try a four- to six-course “Chef’s Choice” menu or order à la carte. The meal might start, for example, with kohlrabi with citrus, sea greens, and jalapeños. The main course features cauliflower and savoy cabbage with cashews and black truffle. And a dessert with woodruff, almonds, and apple rounds out the experience.
“Blooms” is located in the elegant luxury hotel “The Dolder Grand,” which is part of American Express’s Fine Hotels + Resorts. As a Platinum Card member, you can not only redeem your dining credit here at the restaurant, but also enjoy many benefits when booking the hotel through the Travel & Lifestyle Service, such as early check-in or room upgrades (depending on availability), a complimentary daily breakfast for two, and a hotel credit.
Delicious vegetarian cuisine at “Hiltl” restaurants
The “Hiltl” restaurants are a staple among Zurich’s vegan and vegetarian restaurants. They have several locations:
- The flagship “Haus Hiltl” on Sihlstrasse, featuring “Martha’s Courtyard”
- “Dachterrasse” on Bahnhofstrasse
- “Sihlpost” at the main train station
- “am Strand” at the Mythenkai beach – open in the summer
Here you’ll find vegetarian cuisine, including a wide selection of vegan options, from morning through evening. Whether you’re in the mood for a delicious breakfast or dinner, you’ll find what you’re looking for here. We offer buffet-style dishes with something to suit every taste, as well as an extensive à la carte menu, including special children’s dishes. On holidays, you can also enjoy a hearty brunch at “Haus Hiltl.”
Try the vegan sharing menu at “DAR”
With her three restaurants in Zurich, Zizi Hattab is taking vegan cuisine to a whole new level. At “DAR” in the Wiedikon neighborhood, you can also experience the plant-based dishes created by this creative chef – whether over a leisurely cup of coffee in a relaxed atmosphere, during a leisurely weekend brunch, or at an extraordinary dinner with your loved ones.
At “DAR,” you’ll embark on a culinary journey featuring Spanish and Moroccan influences. In the evening, there are two tasting menus with delicious surprises, designed for both hearty and light appetites. Upon request, these can be paired with cocktails – or non-alcoholic options, if you prefer.
And for brunch, you can also let yourself be surprised by a specially curated menu designed for sharing. Or you can order à la carte and enjoy delicious dishes such as refreshing gazpacho, hummus topped with onions, sea buckthorn, sumac, and za’atar, or the BBQ mushroom sandwich with ranch sauce and shokupan bread. These are served with Moroccan tea, for example.
Zurich: A Paradise for Everyone Who Loves Vegan and Vegetarian Cuisine
Zurich offers a wide selection of restaurants for fans of vegan and vegetarian cuisine. From the city’s best gourmet restaurants, awarded by GaultMillau, to casual bistro fare, they all prove that plant-based cuisine is anything but boring.
It’s not just Platinum Card members who enjoy restaurant benefits they can redeem at Switzerland’s outstanding GaultMillau-rated restaurants – Gold Card holders can also look forward to a dining credit. But whether you have a Gold Card or a Platinum Card, both American Express Cards let you pay at numerous participating merchants and enjoy practical benefits that make your everyday life and travel more convenient.
Frequently asked questions and answers
Yes, there are numerous vegan restaurants in Zurich. In addition, there are also many vegetarian restaurants that offer a wide selection of vegan dishes.
Among the best vegan restaurants in Zurich are, for example, the fine-dining restaurant “Marktküche” and the gourmet restaurant “Neue Taverne,” which also offers vegetarian options. For brunch, “DAR” is ideal with its vegan menus designed for sharing. And for tasty, casual vegetarian bistro cuisine, the “Hiltl” restaurants are the perfect choice.
With the Platinum Card, you’ll receive a dining credit worth CHF 40.– once per quarter when you spend at least CHF 250.– at a GaultMillau-listed restaurant that accepts American Express. And with the Gold Card, you’ll receive a quarterly dining credit worth CHF 25.– for restaurants and delivery services when you spend at least CHF 80.– with your card.
