Restaurants Zurich Seefeld – my personal recommendations
Zurich’s Seefeld district is one of the most vibrant restaurant areas in the city. Close to the lake and surrounded by beautiful architecture, the neighborhood offers a wide range of culinary experiences.
From modern Japanese cuisine and Italian classics to specialty coffee and elegant restaurants, Seefeld has something for every taste.
All restaurants listed here were personally visited and tested by me.
Italian restaurants: Amalfi | Gandria | La Zagra
Japanese cuisine & sushi: Ginger
International restaurants: Razzia
Swiss seasonal cuisine: Blaue Ente
Coffee & cafés: MAME | The Studio
Indian cuisine: Cheti’s Curry
On this page you will find my personal restaurant recommendations for Seefeld with dish tips and useful information.
Details below👇
Amalfi: authentic southern italian cuisine with terrace
Amalfi is one of those places I especially enjoy in summer. The terrace is calm and lovely, while the kitchen focuses on authentic dishes from Campania and southern Italy in a refined but relaxed setting.
🍝What makes Amalfi special
• authentic cuisine from Campania and southern Italy
• elegant but understated atmosphere
• beautiful terrace in summer
• seafood platter every Friday
• strong meat dishes and very light gnocchi
⭐My tip
Gnocchi al ragù with beef, datterini tomatoes and pecorino
💡Good to know
On Fridays, Amalfi serves a seafood platter for two or more people.
Blaue Ente: seasonal swiss cuisine and extensive wine list
Blaue Ente combines seasonal Swiss cooking with a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Since 2024, the new concept has been shaped by Alex Hannemann and a close-knit team that clearly enjoys working together and hosting guests.
🍷What makes Blaue Ente special
• seasonal Swiss cuisine
• large wine list with focus on Swiss wines
• terrace under trees
• cozy atmosphere in winter
• family friendly
⭐My tip
Meatloaf with wine recommendation and homemade cream slice
💡Good to know
The wine cellar includes many special bottles.
Cheti’s Curry: indian and sri lankan comfort food in Seefeld
I followed Cheti’s Curry from its early days in Seefeld and always liked it as a relaxed lunch address. The food is fresh, honest and full of warmth, just like the hosts themselves.
🍛What makes Cheti’s Curry special
• fresh Indian and Sri Lankan dishes
• very warm and attentive hosts
• relaxed lunch atmosphere
• authentic spice profiles
• take-away available
⭐My tip
Tikka Masala with Mango Lassi
💡Good to know
A very good option for an uncomplicated lunch in Seefeld.
Gandria: modern italian cuisine with craftsmanship and finesse
Gandria is one of Seefeld’s strongest Italian addresses if you are looking for quality and elegance. Adriano Peroncini from Apulia brings together antipasti, pasta, fish and meat dishes with a modern Italian style.
🍝What makes Gandria special
• modern Italian cuisine with excellent products
• homemade pasta
• fish and meat dishes prepared with finesse
• aromatic oils and marinades
• 15 GaultMillau points
⭐My tip
Pasta, warm beef carpaccio and octopus with citrus pesto
💡Good to know
The kitchen also has a strong pastry touch, which adds finesse across the menu.
Ginger: modern japanese cuisine and sushi bar in Seefeld
Ginger is a long-standing Japanese classic in Seefeld and still feels relevant. I really like the mix of Yakitori bar, sushi bar and proper restaurant, which makes it work for both a quick stop and a full dinner.
🍣What makes Ginger special
• Yakitori bar with skewers, sake and drinks
• sushi bar with a silent conveyor belt
• excellent fish quality for sushi and sashimi
• warm Japanese dishes at lunch and dinner
• tasting menu in the evening
⭐My tip
Tasting menu with meat or fish and the chef’s tofu brûlée
💡Good to know
At lunch, there are bento boxes, salads or gyoza, all served with miso soup.
La Zagra: elegant sicilian cuisine in the heart of Seefeld
La Zagra won me over very quickly. It has Sicilian roots, an elegant atmosphere and a kitchen that shines especially with antipasti, fish, seafood and, when available, homemade truffle pasta.
🍝What makes La Zagra special
• elegant Italian restaurant with Sicilian roots
• strong fish and seafood dishes
• beautiful antipasto misto dello chef
• small terrace in good weather
• ideal for a relaxed dinner with wine
⭐My tip
Fish or seafood and, if available, the homemade truffle pasta as a primi piatti
💡Good to know
Best enjoyed in a small group with good wine and several dishes to share.
MAME: specialty coffee and world-class barista know-how in Seefeld
MAME is one of Zurich’s best-known specialty coffee spots for a reason. Emi Fukahori and Mathieu Theis bring deep expertise, calm hospitality and a real passion for helping guests discover the right coffee for their taste.
☕What makes MAME special
• founded by two former Swiss Barista Champions
• exceptional knowledge of beans, roasting and brewing
• personal coffee recommendations
• family-like atmosphere
• tastings and barista courses on request
⭐My tip
Espresso with chocolate notes or a cold brew in summer
💡Good to know
A great place not just to drink coffee, but to learn more about it too.
Razzia: spectacular dining in a former silent cinema
Razzia is one of the most visually impressive restaurant spaces in Seefeld. Set inside a former silent cinema, it combines a dramatic hall, open kitchen and a menu inspired by dishes from around the world.
🍽What makes Razzia special
• located in a former silent cinema
• impressive six-metre-high dining hall
• open kitchen
• international dishes
• romantic courtyard garden in summer
⭐My tip
Beef tartare St. Tropez style with truffle mayonnaise, quail eggs and tomato cream
💡Good to know
Once a month, Razzia hosts a cinema evening with a three-course menu and welcome drink.
The Studio: café with fine pastries, lunch and apéro in Seefeld
The Studio is an easy-going café inside the Ringier building in Seefeld, right next to the Energy studio. I like it for a relaxed coffee break, pastry stop or casual lunch with indoor and outdoor seating.
🥐What makes The Studio special
• relaxed café atmosphere
• pastries from Juliette Boulangerie
• changing pop-up offers
• lunch dishes available as take-away or on site
• indoor and outdoor seating
⭐My tip
Tartelette au citron meringuée or one of the raspberry pastries
💡Good to know
Lunch concepts change regularly, so it is worth checking what is on offer that month.