Restaurant Zum See — Restaurant in Zermatt

Updated January 2024: my original review still stands, but we were at a much smaller table this time and still had to share the table with others. It was pretty cramped for how everyone was wearing ski clothes, but otherwise the food and service was great as usual! We had the tartare, the truffle tagliatelle, and a steak.

A mountain hut for hearty meals. We skied by here on the way back to the hotel. Its a small place, so again reservations are important. You first don't see the restaurant, because it's behind a bunch of other buildings. After putting your skis down, you've got to walk through a very short, narrow passage to the restaurant. There you will see all their desserts on display outside next to the entrance door.

Because the restaurant is so small, we had to share a table with another group. They were pleasant, but we focused on our food - liver, veal, and dessert! The food was filling - just what we needed after a long intensive second day of ski. Both the pasta and spatzle went well with their respective meats. The dessert was like a cross between an apple strudel and a mille feuille - I'm not complaining.

Aside from food, we got a view of the kitchen from our table (which I always enjoy). I loved watching the dishes being frantically made and...

If I had to summarize the experience here it would be "Relaxing fine dining in a beautiful hamlet".

We went there in the fall of 2023 with two kids. We also did book in advance, whici you can do online and is very recommended. The restaurant has very friendly staff that makes you feel welcome from the start. The food is delicious: everything we ordered was top -notch and fully lived up to our high expectations. The portions are generous - a main course should leave your hunger satisfied. Even the kids loved it and that means something! The prices are not cheap by any standard, but justified given that it is Zermatt and given the high quality. Definitely...

An exceptionally lovely place that is worth a 15 minutes hike down from Furi. The restaurant was traditional and cozy with nice outdoor views and the staff were friendly and welcoming. We had a very late lunch at 4pm and only got a few things to try, but they were all heartwarming and delicious! The rosti with ham and egg was the best I have ever eaten, the omelette with ham, cheese and herbs was top notch, the soup of the day (barley soup with vegetables) was so hearty. I’m not a fan of desserts but my partner can attest to the quality of the summer napolitan (in the picture). Would definitely...