The most beautiful restaurant terraces in Zurich 2026 – my personal favourites
As soon as temperatures rise, Zurich truly comes alive outdoors. Few cities offer such a diverse selection of restaurant terraces: hidden inner courtyards with fountains, Mediterranean-style gardens, green rooftop terraces or classic beer gardens beneath large plane trees.
Whether right in the city centre or slightly outside, I’ve curated my personal favourite spots where great food, atmosphere and summer vibes come together perfectly. Every restaurant on this list has been personally visited and tested by me.
- Garden and Mediterranean holiday vibes:: Berg 8044 | Drei Stuben | Gartenhof
- Quiet inner courtyards and urban oases: PURO – The Social Club | Lindenhofkeller | Didi’s Frieden
- Views over the city or Lake Zurich Bürgli | Oberes Triemli
- Fire and grill cuisine: Enja | Gül Restoran
- Urban and event-style terraces: Micas Garten | TAO’s
- Italian garden restaurants: da Angela | Paneolio
On this page, you’ll find my favorite terrace restaurants in Zurich, sorted and briefly explained.
Details below 👇
Berg 8044 – Garden tavolata with Tuscan vibes
For me, Berg 8044 feels like a mini holiday every time I visit. The spacious garden terrace, lush greenery and relaxed tavolata concept instantly create a vacation atmosphere – right in Zurich.
🌿What makes Berg 8044 special
- Large garden terrace surrounded by greenery
- Tavolata concept with international dishes
- Historic location with character
- Relaxed and laid-back summer atmosphere
⭐My tip
The three-course tavolata menu
💡Good to know
Perfect for long summer evenings with friends
Bürgli – Garden restaurant with views over Lake Zurich
Even the journey to Bürgli is worth it. The garden with lake views is stunning, the atmosphere warm and welcoming, and the cuisine seasonal and high quality.
🌿What makes Bürgli special
- Beautiful garden with panoramic lake views
- Seasonal, high-quality cuisine
- Sunday brunch and live music
- Very welcoming and relaxed atmosphere
⭐My tip
House speciality: Entrecôte Café de Paris with fries
💡Good to know
Very popular – reservations are highly recommended
da Angela – Italian cuisine with a quiet summer terrace
da Angela has been a Zurich classic for years. The calm terrace and professional service make it a reliable choice for relaxed summer evenings.
🌿What makes da Angela special
- Italian-Mediterranean cuisine
- Seasonal dishes and house classics
- Excellent, attentive service
- Peaceful outdoor terrace
⭐My tip
Seafood dishes, especially the large prawns
💡Good to know
Extensive and well-curated wine selection
Didi’s Frieden – Mediterranean garden in the heart of Zurich
Didi’s Frieden combines a stylish garden terrace with a strong focus on quality ingredients and friendly service. A great all-rounder for lunch or dinner outdoors.
🌿What makes Didi’s Frieden special
- Stylish garden terrace
- Market-driven cuisine with Mediterranean influence
- Excellent service
- Creative presentation, especially desserts
⭐My tip
Follow the restaurant’s recommendations
💡Good to know
Great value lunch menus are available
Drei Stuben – Creative market cuisine with a beautiful garden
Drei Stuben feels informal and welcoming. While the interior is rustic, the garden is Mediterranean and cosy – ideal for long summer dinners.
🌿What makes Drei Stuben special
- Lovely garden with Mediterranean feel
- Seasonal, creative market cuisine
- Friendly, uncomplicated service
- Relaxed and social atmosphere
⭐My tip
Spend a warm summer evening in the garden with friends
💡Good to know
Great for groups
Enja – Fire cooking with character and terrace seating
Enja stands for passion, fire and bold flavours. Dishes are prepared over open flames and reflect a strong personal culinary identity.
🌿What makes Enja special
- Cooking over open fire
- Seasonal and regional ingredients
- Strong vegetarian and plant-forward options
- Very personal, creative style
⭐My tip
Soy tartare and grilled artichoke
💡Good to know
One of Zurich’s most unique fire-cooking concepts
Gartenhof – Romantic garden with fairy lights
The Gartenhof truly comes alive on warm summer evenings. The illuminated garden creates a magical atmosphere that makes you want to stay forever.
🌿What makes Gartenhof special
- Romantic garden with string lights
- Focus on fish and seafood
- Small but refined menu
- Relaxed, summery vibe
⭐My tip
Enjoy a drink in the garden on a summer afternoon
💡Good to know
Unofficially open all afternoon during summer
Gül Restorant – Turkish hospitality in a charming courtyard
Gül is all about sharing, warmth and authentic Turkish hospitality. The courtyard terrace is a highlight during the warmer months.
🌿What makes Gül special
- Ocakbasi charcoal grill
- Dishes designed for sharing
- Authentic yet modern Turkish cuisine
- Lovely courtyard terrace
⭐My tip
Iskender chicken and the weekend brunch
💡Good to know
Brunch is served on Saturdays and Sundays
Micas Garten – Urban rooftop with street food and events
Micas Garten is one of Zurich’s largest urban outdoor spaces. With its rooftop terrace, bars and rotating street-food vendors, it feels more like a festival than a restaurant.
🌿What makes Micas Garten special
- Huge rooftop terrace
- Rotating street-food stalls
- Multiple bars
- Events, public viewings and activities
⭐My tip
Street food and drinks at sunset
💡Good to know
Perfect for groups, families and events
Oberes Triemli – Beer garden with classic Swiss cuisine
Oberes Triemli offers traditional Swiss comfort food in a relaxed beer garden setting. A favourite for outings, celebrations and family gatherings.
🌿What makes Oberes Triemli special
- Spacious beer garden
- Classic Swiss dishes
- Ideal for celebrations
- Relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere
⭐My tip
Seasonal dishes, especially game in autumn
💡Good to know
Very popular for larger groups
Paneolio – Authentic Italian cuisine with a small garden terrace
Paneolio focuses on honest Italian cooking without fuss. The small garden terrace is perfect for summer evenings, while the kitchen shines with pasta and fish dishes.
🌿What makes Paneolio special
- Authentic Italian cuisine
- Small, charming garden terrace
- Fresh fish depending on market availability
- Homemade pasta
⭐My tip
Fettuccine alla amatriciana with prawns
💡Good to know
Indoor seating is limited – terrace is ideal in summer
PURO – The Social Club – Inner courtyard with fountain and apéro vibes
PURO feels like a hidden oasis near Paradeplatz. The courtyard with fountain is perfect for coffee, apéro or a relaxed dinner away from the city buzz.
🌿What makes PURO special
- Quiet inner courtyard
- Focus on regional ingredients
- Free apéro buffet on Wednesdays
- Living-room-style interior upstairs
⭐My tip
Puro burger with sweet potato fries
💡Good to know
Very central, yet surprisingly calm
Lindenhofkeller – Refined Swiss cuisine with a hidden courtyard
Lindenhofkeller combines refined Swiss cuisine with a peaceful inner courtyard. Ideal for guests who appreciate craftsmanship, tradition and a relaxed dining pace.
🌿What makes Lindenhofkeller special
- Peaceful courtyard terrace
- Swiss and Franconian-inspired cuisine
- Strong focus on sustainability
- Open kitchen concept
⭐My tip
Chef’s choice menu
💡Good to know
Perfect for food-focused, leisurely evenings
TAO’s – Exotic terrace with Asian jungle vibes
TAO’s feels like a small jungle in the middle of Zurich. The lush terrace, combined with Euro-Asian cuisine, makes it a popular spot for special occasions.
🌿What makes TAO’s special
- Stunning jungle-style terrace
- Euro-Asian cuisine
- Suitable for business lunches and date nights
- Event and private dining options
⭐My tip
Fish and seafood tagliolini
💡Good to know
Higher price range