Restaurant Alter Tobelhof — Restaurant in Zurich

The atmosphere is dreadful. First, good luck finding a parking spot – they don't seem to think weekend crowds warrant proper accommodation. And if you're thinking of taking public transport, think again—this place is barely accessible. Once inside, it feels like they’ve crammed as many tables as they can into a space clearly too small for human comfort. The room is low-ceilinged, cramped, and unbearably loud. It’s like dining in an overcrowded theme park with an odd “rural Swiss Disneyland” vibe—perfect for those who enjoy being processed like cattle. The service doesn’t help either: expect long waits and stressed staff darting around, adding to the chaos. To top it off, the crowd skews older, making it feel like you’ve stepped into someone’s misguided attempt at a “rustic” Swiss experience, with all the authenticity of a knock-off souvenir. The food? Clearly more about quantity than quality. It might pass for an unremarkable weekday lunch, but for a weekend dinner, the mediocre fare is laughably overpriced. If you’re just looking for a heap of food, save your money—there are plenty of cheaper...

I brought work colleagues visiting from Mexico and the US and we had such excellent service and food. It is Spargel season and I wanted my colleagues to experience excellent quality local food and I love the seasonal menus. Our waitress Adrienn was amazing. She really gave us 5 star service helping us choose (and taste) a good Swiss white wine to go with our dinner. The atmosphere was cozy and I had called ahead to ask for a corner table where we could talk more easily and everything was ready when we arrived.

I had hoped to hike through the forest to get to dinner but the weather didn’t cooperate. Still, my guests could see what a wonderful atmosphere is provided to guests and they said this was so much nicer than going to a “typical corporate dinner”.

Thanks to Adrienn and the entire team in the kitchen and on the floor, my out-of-town guests are taking home a great memory of their evening out in Switzerland. Really super service and food!!! I will be back (and I will bring friends). Thanks Adrienn and team Tobelhof. Alles...

I recently had a "Fondueplausch" (Swiss German term for a cheese fondue lunch or dinner) at Alter Tobelhof.

The charming restaurant serves many delicious meals and is specialized in cheese fondue. We enjoyed a variety of fondues (different cheeses, with herbs, with Champagne etc.). I think I tried 5 and they were all delicious. The dessert (ice cream with zabaglione) was very good, too.

The staff at were very friendly and showed great competence. Thank you for your excellent service.

The setting of the restaurant is pleasant. I wouldn't call it cozy though. The night I was there, the restaurant was crowded and I wish there was more space between the tables. Also, the noise level was a bit high. To be fair, we were a big group and I don't know if the atmosphere is cozier and more intimate when it's less crowded.

We had a great night, with outstanding service and meal quality, and therefore I'm giving Alter Tobelhof a...