Zum Isaak — Restaurant in Basel

I had an incredible dining experience at Zum Isaak recently! From the moment I walked in, I was greeted with warmth and professionalism by the staff, setting the tone for an enjoyable meal. The ambiance was cozy and inviting, perfect for a relaxing evening.

The menu had a great variety of dishes, and I was impressed with the quality of the food, and it exceeded my expectations—it was cooked to perfection, and the presentation was top-notch. The flavors were well-balanced, and the ingredients felt fresh and of high quality.

The service throughout the meal was attentive, but not overbearing, which really made the experience feel personalized. To finish, I had a desert and it was the perfect sweet ending to a great meal.

Overall, I highly recommend Zum Isaak for anyone looking to enjoy delicious food in a welcoming atmosphere in the old part of town. I’ll definitely be...

Excellent lunch spot

N47°33.379' E7°35.494' With seats outside on the Münsterplatz, inside and in the courtyard, we opted in September 2019 for a table in the Münsterplatz opposite the fountain and Basler Münster. Zum Isaak serves a menu of Italian-influenced food.

For lunch in September 2019, we ordered steamed cod on curry cream with paprika and risotto (CHF22,50) including menusalade or menu soup. The steamed cod tasted impressive. Great surprise and combination with curry flavours and risotto texture. Delicious. Wheat bread pancake (Weizenbrotfladen) filled with spinach and ricotta on salad (CHF18) was good, but could not compete with the steamed cod.

The service was professional and we fully enjoyed our lunch at the...

Terrace facing the church and internal garden terrace.

Läckerli is a traditional spiced biscuit from Basel, made from honey, almonds, candied citrus peel, and a blend of spices like cinnamon and cloves. The dough is baked, cut into rectangles, and typically coated with a sugar glaze. Dense and chewy in texture, Läckerli is especially popular around holidays.

The name comes from Swiss German: “läcker” means “tasty” (related to Standard German lecker), and “-li” is a diminutive suffix, so “Läckerli” roughly means “little...