Favorite Restaurants in Oerlikon – my personal recommendations
Oerlikon has developed into one of Zurich’s most exciting food neighborhoods. From refined dining and authentic Chinese cuisine to Lebanese mezze, creative bistros and modern wine bars – the culinary diversity here is impressive.
For me, a restaurant becomes a true favorite when quality, atmosphere, service and personality come together. All of the following restaurants have been personally visited and tested by me.
Fine Dining & Tavolata:Ustaria
Asian Fine Dining: HONGXI
Lebanese Mezze: House of Mezze
Modern Bistro Cuisine: Satt Südhang | Venus Bistro
Wine Bar & International Cuisine: Das Bistro
Casual & Breakfast: Bagelboys
On this page you’ll find my personal recommendations, specific dish tips and important information about each restaurant.
Details below👇
Bagelboys – New York style bagels & house-smoked salmon
Switzerland’s first bagel bakery brings authentic New York vibes to Oerlikon. Everything is made in-house, from the smoked salmon to the pastrami.
🥯What makes Bagelboys special
• Homemade bagels and pastries
• House-smoked salmon
• Breakfast combos with smoothies and coffee
• Many organic ingredients
• Cozy garden seating
⭐My tip
Bagel Classic Lox with house-smoked salmon and avocado
💡Good to know
Perfect for breakfast or a relaxed lunch.
Das Bistro – wine bar with Serbian wines & creative cuisine
A modern wine bar with an open kitchen and an international culinary touch. Marie and Daniel run the bistro with great passion.
🍷What makes Das Bistro special
• 50 Serbian wines from 10 winemakers
• Fully open kitchen
• Seasonal and regional ingredients
• Very personal hospitality
⭐My tip
Vitello Tonnato and a glass of “Stifflers Mom”
💡Good to know
The lunch menu is a selection from the evening menu.
HONGXI – fine chinese cuisine in Glattpark
Authentic Chinese cuisine with a large dim sum selection and elegant atmosphere. Ideal for business lunch or a stylish date night.
🥢What makes HONGXI special
• Extensive dim sum menu
• Peking duck (pre-order two days in advance)
• Elegant interior design
• Business lunch options
• International influences
⭐My tip
Xiao Long Bao and Peking duck
💡Good to know
Reservations are recommended, especially in the evening.
House of Mezze – Authentic Lebanese Mezze made with love
At House of Mezze, everything is freshly prepared by hand every day. Sustainability and high-quality ingredients are at the heart of the concept.
🥙What makes House of Mezze special
• Homemade cold and warm mezze
• Swiss meat, mostly halal
• Spices imported from Lebanon
• Sustainable packaging
• Take-away available
⭐My tip
A mixed selection of cold and warm mezze plus baklava
💡Good to know
Perfect for sharing with friends.
Satt Südhang – comfort cuisine & perfect hosts
Stefan and Andrea are hosts with heart. In the open kitchen, comforting dishes inspired by childhood memories are created with finesse.
🍽What makes Satt Südhang special
• Open kitchen concept
• Personal wine recommendations
• Generous portions
• Open from 5 pm
• Warm and welcoming hosts
⭐My tip
Save room for the selected raw milk cheese from the trolley
💡Good to know
You will definitely leave full and happy.
Ustaria – Tavolata & legendary Pork Belly
Only five minutes from Oerlikon station, Robert and Maria Burri serve high-quality seasonal cuisine without unnecessary fuss.
🍷What makes Ustaria special
• Tavolata dining experience
• Legendary pork belly
• Seasonal cuisine
• Strong wine list with older vintages
⭐My tip
Tavolata featuring the signature pork belly
💡Good to know
Perfect before a concert or event at Hallenstadion.
Venus Bistro – from adult cinema to favorite Bistro
Creative, relaxed and full of character. Seasonal dishes meet excellent cocktails in a casual setting.
🔥What makes Venus Bistro special
• Creative seasonal cuisine
• Excellent cocktail menu
• Family-friendly atmosphere
• Lunch options: meat, vegetarian and vegan
• Legendary themed events
⭐My tip
Three-course surprise menu
💡Good to know
Great for an aperitif or a long evening with friends.