Bauernschänke — Restaurant in Zurich

We went back to Bauerschänke after almost two and a half years. Nestled in the old town of Zürich, the Niederdorf, this restaurant has become a favorite among foodies, locals and tourists alike. Here we come, a jolly party of four hungry bellies looking forward to try the new creations. And we were pleased to see, they have kept the high quality (mainly local - yay!) ingredients, the informal style, the focus on what matters. But let’s go back to business and talk about food! We were looking forward to the homemade sourdough bread with labneh and were happy to see it was still on the menu. We had two entrees. One composed of pulled pork belly, pickles (wish there was more of that!) & lettuce. The idea is to create your little “fresh” roll with all of the ingredients, adding some chili and a sauce based on fish sauce, lime, perhaps some soy sauce to adjust the wrap to your personal taste. The other, a Kingfish “ceviche” with pomelo (I love this fruit), I particularly enjoyed the acidity of the dish and the delicate “cooking” of the fish meat thanks the citrus. Next was the eggplant tatar with a fresh herb bouquet accompanied by whole grain crispbread. Very good but not my favorite. The grenaille potatoes with horseradish & chanterelles were lovely, yet a bit underwhelming. I missed the creativity and the little twist. Next we tasted a monkfish with edamame smash and mussel stock: I really enjoyed this dish, the use of edamame beans in a new form and the nice balance between ingredients. We also savored a US-Prime beef entrecôte with radish and fermented garlic, which was just incredibly tasty. To round up the dinner we took a La Flor chocolate mousse with grilled apricots and almond ice & crunchy top. The whole accompanied by a Nebbiolo, Langhe, 2015. Good choice. Service was present, fresh and friendly at all times....

Bauernschanke, secretly located at Rindermarkt 24 in the heart of Zurich, is a veritable culinary gem. Upon entering, one is immediately enveloped in a warm atmosphere that evokes traditions of Swiss elegance while seamlessly blending in modern allure.

The service is impeccable, knowledgeable without pretentious, and attentive without intrusive. The wait staff displays a sense of satisfaction in offering a menu that harmoniously blends flavors, with each dish meticulously prepared using locally procured components that honor the illustrious culinary tradition of Switzerland.

The true star, however, is Bauernschanke's cuisine. Each plate is a work of art, and each bite is a journey. The chefs create dishes that evoke nostalgia and originality by skillfully fusing contemporary culinary methods with traditional Swiss flavors.

Furthermore, pay attention to the wine list. An exquisitely curated assortment of domestic and international wines harmonizes splendidly with the menu, augmenting the tastes of every dish and elevating the overall gastronomic encounter.

Bauernschanke provides exceptional experiences for all occasions, including romantic dinners, social gatherings, and solo culinary venturing. It is more than a mere restaurant serving as a destination and gastronomic and cultural celebration of Switzerland.

It is highly recommended that any traveler to Zurich visit Bauernschanke. This establishment has established itself as a preeminent dining destination in the city and more than merits...

Wonderful. Good for foodies, vegetarians, and lovers of farm-to-table cuisine.

The simple, minimalist farm aesthetic is welcoming and comfortable, and offers a luxurious, spacious environment with rooms between the tables and a feeling of space. The focus is on simple and unique foods with the freshest ingredients and quite as bit of inspiration. One of the most interesting and intriguing lunches I’ve had in a very long time with new flavor combinations and textures.

The Bento much (about 40CHF) was the winner with a small taste of watermelon tomato soup, a small salad with Thai flavors and a pea-mint macaroni. It also comes with an additional item (unfortunately the milk bread with toppings was bland). The artichokes on burrata with some kind of toasted nuts and a lime essence was interesting and satisfying. The homemade bread was light, moist and crusty, as good s as any Zürcher bread I have had.

The Pinot Blanc house wine by the carafe was superb and well pared with the fresh and light food.

The service was very nice. Many languages are spoken there, certainly fluent English among them.

Memorable and lovely. I can’t...