Zum See
Zum See has been a sought after lunch reservation for decades. The relaxed atmosphere, warm reception and fabulous food are always a hit. The quintessentially Swiss mountain hamlet provides a beautiful backdrop to lunch.
Zum See has been a sought after lunch reservation for decades. The relaxed atmosphere, warm reception and fabulous food are always a hit. The quintessentially Swiss mountain hamlet provides a beautiful backdrop to lunch.
This is a gem. The 100m wander down the path from the piste is worth the effort and gives the feeling of being in amongst the old farm buildings. The terrace is one of the best in Zermatt as it’s completely south facing and has perfect Matterhorn views. Inside the rustic feel gives the Findlerhof an ambiance that is unmatched in Zermatt.
Franz and Heidi have run this for decades but have recently handed the reigns to their equally talented son, Franki. The service is top notch.
The food is an elegant take on traditional dishes. From the mountain quiche to the grilled meats, they’re packed with flavour to match the surroundings.
Definitely one for the ‘must eat here’ list.
The historic Riffelhaus Hotel dates back to 1853 and a time known as the Golden Age of mountaineering. The restaurant in the hotel is a great stop for lunch if you are skiing the Riffelberg pistes and are looking for something more than the large self service. The menu offers an elegant and contemporary take on traditional dishes. The restaurant also boasts spectacular views of the Matterhorn, both from the terrace and the dining room inside.
The location of this restaurant alone make it a special place to visit. Whether you ski red run 19 or walk the 35 minutes from Blauherd, you find yourself quite a distance from any of the lift infrastructure. In fact, the building was originally constructed as a base for climbers to stay before they embarked on an ascent of the 4000m peaks to the east.
Fluhalp has one of the largest terraces in the resort and the mountain views alone make it a worthwhile lunch stop.
But the large menu is packed with a combination of local specialities and more creative dishes that will make you want to return again and again.
From the home made rosti dishes to the ‘Testa Rossa Noodles’ , everything is created with care and attention to detail.
Situated at the bottom of the Sunnegga home run, Cervo’s location has a couple of big pluses. Firstly, it’s perfect for meeting non skiers for lunch and secondly, it’s a perfect place to get involved in some après ski.
At lunchtime, the Madre Nostre and Bazaar restaurants offer high end food in very trendy surroundings. Despite the menus here being dominated by exotic combinations, the Cervo burger and truffle fries still has legendary status in town.
From 4pm, the terrace sees a range of bands, musicians and dj’s to entertain while you enjoy a drink in the sun or really get the party started.
Overall a great place to hang out and enjoy the vibes.
This creative Furi restaurant is great for any foodie who is looking for a twist on local traditional cuisine.
This is a sister restaurant to the famous Chez Vrony. Some say it’s just as good. It certainly has the famous Findeln views and sunny terrace. The menu is very good and food and service are both of high quality.
One word of warning, the slope from the restaurant down to the chairlift is immediately steep. You need good technique (or at least a solid sideslip) as the first turns after lunch really do need to count.
This is one of Zermatt’s most sought after restaurants. While the hype might suggest it stands out more than it does, there’s no denying the combination of chic style, creative menu and perfect Matterhorn views make this a fantastic place to stop for lunch.
The eponymous Vrony runs a wonderfully tight ship. Service is efficient and friendly and the food is consistently excellent.
The menu is extensive and has something for everyone. From the veal filet steak to the mountain cheese ravioli, there are rustic elements transformed with flair by the kitchen. The signature dish is the Vrony burger and it doesn’t disappoint.
The rustic building has been transformed with cool décor and creative touches by her brother Heinz (a famous local artist / architect). The terrace has sun late in the day and is a perfect place to hang out and rest the legs. So much so that it’s not unusual for reclining skiers to be shooed off such that they don’t miss the last lift back up to Sunnegga.