Location: Zernez
Where to Eat in Zernez: The Best Restaurants and Bars
Zernez is a village and a municipality in the Engiadina Bassa/Val Müstair Region in the Swiss canton of Graubünden. On 1 January 2015 the former municipalities of Lavin and Susch merged into the municipality of Zernez.
1. Ustaria Crusch Alba
Overall Ratings
4 based on 71 reviews
Reviewed By Stella282014 - Doncaster, United Kingdom
The service was excellent. The charming maitre'd/waitress called the chef to translate the menu for us. He voluntarily went through the whole thing in a very pleasant unhurried manner - so unusual! Lovely interior, comfortable, small fire in open fireplace set into the wall. Small bowl of barley soup delicious. Could not find any plain fresh potato dish on the menu- if you're a fan of polenta this is the place for you. Prompt friendly service. Wines and food pricey. Smallish portions. Tender lamb chunks with an unremarkable sauce/gravy and potato dish, both oversalted (salt can be added at the table but not removed!) Very small but delicious vegetable portions, especially the spinach. If you can put a value on congeniality and hospitality, it's 5+; strictly value for money on what we were served 3.
2. Schorta's Alvetern
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 22 reviews
Reviewed By Karen R - Stafa, Switzerland
Recommend reserving in advance, as popular by the locals and now know why! (always a good sign) The food was fabulous and much to choose from. The 3 course set menu offered great options at reasonable prices 29 - 49 CHF (vegetarian choices too)
Friendly staff which made our last night stay in Ardez memorable.
3. Ristoro Val Alpisella
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 348 reviews
Reviewed By ElenaNW87RL - Pfaeffikon, Switzerland
Simple yet tasty grilled meat accompanied by aromatic polenta slowly steaming in a huge pot in front of the kitchen. Magic setting on the lake shore near Ponte delle Capre, perhaps the most beautiful corner on Lago di Livigno.
4. La Calcheira
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 534 reviews
Reviewed By Manuela L - Luxembourg City, Luxembourg
Gastronomy is a study of the relationship between culture and food and related to the fine art of dishes; excellent menus in La Calcheira, fine gastronomy and natural sciences in terms of the digestive system of our human body; feel you fine after dinner and enjoy a special moment .
5. Hotel Meisser Restaurant
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 49 reviews
Reviewed By mr_dendrocacalia
Guarda is a lovely village, and dining al fresco on the Terrace at Hotel Meisser, overlooking the valley on a sunny afternoon, was a highlight of our visit to the Engadine. Service was prompt and the food selections, especially the traditional dishes we had, were very good. It all comes at a price, of course, but for many visitors it is well worth it.
6. Pizzeria Adriana
Overall Ratings
4 based on 42 reviews
Reviewed By Fran F
Visited this restaurant when we were staying, next door, at the Hotel Crusch Alba. A quirky Seating area at the entrance, with seats that are covered in cowhide style fabric. Very friendly and pleasant service. Decor was very modern and clean, a mix of wood and granite. Beautiful views to the Mountains (in clear weather!). Pizzas were excellent, in fact, my husband declared his calzone to be the best calzone he'd ever eaten. A nice selection of grappas too. Would definitely recommend and eat here again
7. Vivanda
Overall Ratings
5 based on 38 reviews
At the Gourmet Restaurant VIVANDA you will be treated to an exclusive surprise, degustation menu in the evening. Dario Cadonau has learnt his passion – cooking - from top chefs. He cooked with Daniel Bumann at the Chesa Pirani in La Punt (18 points and 2 stars), with Philip Rochat in Crissier (19 points and 3 stars) and with Harald Wohlfahrt at the Traube, Tonbach (19 points and 3 stars). You can select the wine to go with your gourmet meal yourself in the vaulted cellar or choose from the wine list. The open fire, many candles and the personal service will provide you with an unforgettable experience.
Reviewed By swisshoya - Zurich, Switzerland
We LOVED this restaurant! The young owners / chef made us enjoy an incredible gourmet evening.
The food has been incredibly creative and delicious. The ambience and service have been phenomenal. The dinner experience is not cheap (CHF 190 per person) - but definitely justified by the quality of the offering. Wine list is very fair, we had the excellent Bordeaux by the glass, which was a great choice. Bring time and appetite!
8. Baer u. Post Hotel
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 56 reviews
Reviewed By lenemike - Roskilde, Denmark
During a three night stay in Zernez we ate twice at the Baer und Post. There were lots of interesting dishes to choose from on the menu, both for meat eaters and vegetarians. The main courses - including risotto and "capuns" (a kind of dumpling wrapped in cabbage leaves) - were very tasty and we also sampled some yummy desserts. The waitresses were efficient and friendly, finding English menus when we realized the limitations of our German and Romantsch! Thus, like many other reviewers, we were very satisfied. There seemed to be lots of happy diners too, so Reservations are needed.
9. Post Hotel Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 5 reviews
Reviewed By turtel1234 - Yverdon-les-Bains, Switzerland
Restaurant avec plat typiquement familial et convivial, le personnel est très accueillant et serviable. Malheureusement nous n'avions pas très faim, donc nous avons prit une assiette des grisons et nous avons été agréablement surpris par la qualité de la viande et à notre demande nous avons même pût avoir du fromage pour le même montant. Une assiette copieuse, pas trop cher avec un bon verre de rouge des Grisons le paradis. Je pense que l'on va s'intéresser à l'hôtel pour dormir mais également pour manger un bon repas typique.
10. Show-Kaserei
Overall Ratings
5 based on 4 reviews
The IN-LAIN Restaurant für tasty fondues Not the latest food fashion, but certainly unique: the Restaurant Käserei at the IN LAIN Hotel Cadonau. Delicious fondue variations fish and meet specialities can be enjoyed in the showcase cheese dairy. Have your meal while watching the cheese-making process in the most beautiful showcase cheese dairy in the world. If the fancy takes you, you can take turns stirring the cheese and get valuable advice about good cheese. IN-LAIN cheese can be bought at the in-house shop - an ideal gift for friends and family at home or for those who have fallen for this fine cheese.
Reviewed By Pjemoni - Canton of Ticino, Switzerland
I went there with some friends last week and we had some of theyr different kind of fondues. I had the champagne variant which had a really special taste. Bit too liquid though not viscous enough.
The bread which you dipped in the cheese was slightly toasted which is a nice unexpected touch. Service was corteus the whole time no problem at all. Would definetly reccomend this restaurant for groups or for a romantic dinner.
