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10 Best Cafes in Zurich, Switzerland-For the coffeeholic in you!

Zurich is famous for its authentic and traditional Swiss food. Zurich also holds the pride of growing, brewing and trading its own coffee beans. There are also a plethora of types of coffee, tea, pastries, and confectionaries. To attract visitors, there are many themed cafes, indoor gaming cafes, artistic cafes, and premium cafes. Here is a list of the 10 best cafes in Zurich that you can try on your vacation to Switzerland.

10 Best Cafes in Zurich to visit on your vacation

  1. Confiserie Sprungli
  2. La Stanza
  3. Cafe Schober
  4. Kafi Dihei
  5. Cafe Bubbles
  6. Babu’s Bakery and Coffeehouse
  7. Cafe Henrici
  8. Les Gourmandises de Miyuko
  9. Cafe Bar ODEON
  10. Cafe Felix

1. Confiserie Sprungli, Cafes in Zurich

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Confiserie Sprungli is one of the famous cafes in Zurich. This cafe holds a rich tradition and expertise in brewing many varieties of coffee since 1836. This cafe is also famous for its pretty and delicious confectioneries. Cafe Sprungli is also known for introducing the famous “Luxemburgerli” macarons. People love the macarons here because they are light in weight, airy, delicious, and also affordable. While in Zurich, you can not miss trying the famous cheese fondue and other pastries. Try out some of the extraordinary brunch combos and vegetarian combos to fulfil your cravings. This beautiful cafe is located in Bahnhofstrasse in Zurich. There is also another branch for this cafe in Bern.

  • Must try- Luxemburgerli Macarons. Swiss meringue cookies and ice cream.
  • Address- Bahnhofstrasse 21, 8001 Zurich, Switzerland and they are open on all days from 7 AM to 6.30 PM.

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2. La Stanza

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Are you willing to taste some Italian dishes, drinks and coffee? La Stanza in Zurich is an Italian style coffeehouse that serves strong and premium varieties of coffee, Mediterranean liquors, cocktails and wines. This cafe has an old and huge coffee steaming machine made in 1963 which adds more quality to the coffee served here. The famous Italian plates of pasta, brunch combos, Italian sweets, and snacks are also sold in La Stanza. This cafe will definitely win your heart with the aroma of fresh-ground coffee beans. Feel the presence of Italy in La Stanza!

  • Some of the must-try dishes are Cappucino, Expresso, and Pesto pasta.
  • Address- Bleicherweg 10, 8002 Zürich, Switzerland alongside a beautiful cobblestone pavement.

3. Cafe Schober

Cafe Schober in Zurich is famous for its high ceilings, baroque-style architecture, and beautiful terrace. This cafe is famous for amazingly delicious hot chocolate drinks and homemade chocolates, cakes, and pastries. On your vacation to Zurich, you can try out this cafe and enjoy the ambience and buildings built during the 17th and 18th centuries. And also, the variety of cocktails served here are inestimable. This vintage cafe is one of the famous restaurants in Zurich. Working since 1842, it surely has plenty of charm to serve!

  • Must-try desserts- Hot chocolate with marshmallows, Apfelstrudel, and homemade chocolates
  • Address- Napfgasse 4, 8001 Zurich, Switzerland

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4. Kafi Dihei, Cafes in Zurich

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Kafi Dihei is another pretty tearoom with floral wallpapers, authentic touch of cuisine, and porcelain dishes. This cafe is now one of the favourites of the people of Zurich. You can try out the classic Swiss croissants, different types of cheese, and yoghurt. Choose your favourite from a variety of quiches with salads, pretzels, and schnitzels. Many customized combos are available for breakfast, lunch, or brunch. The breakfast and lunch combos include salads with waffles, porridge bowls with yoghurt, and many more. The breakfast menu is just perfect to start the day in Zurich. Alongside, a cup of aromatic herbal tea or nutty coffee elevates the whole experience.

  • Some of Kafi Dihei’s specials- Waffles, Swiss Croissants, and hot chocolate
  • Address- Zurlindenstrasse 231, 8003 Zurich, Switzerland

5. Cafe Bubbles

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Bubbles cafe restaurant is one of the most elegant cafes in Zurich. It is famous for its fine architecture, huge French windows, high armchairs, and multi-cuisine breakfast and desserts. This cafe serves both European and English dishes out of which, the traditional English breakfast is the most famous. And also, the service definitely needs huge laud because the people who work here are extremely polite and courteous. You can even customise your English breakfast plate with classic French toast, beans, omelettes, cut fruits, and some breakfast tea. The variety of cheesecakes available here can satisfy any sweet tooth! Cafe Bubbles is a perfect choice of luncheonette on your vacation to Zurich!

  • Must try dishes- Cheesecakes, Bagel with cream cheese, and English breakfast platter
  • Address- Werdstrasse 54, 8004 Zürich, Switzerland

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6. Babu’s Bakery and Coffeehouse

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Babu’s Bakery and Coffeehouse is an urban and aesthetically beautiful cafe that attracts visitors with the aroma of fresh bakes, pies, spices, and herbs. Firstly, this cafe not only serves a variety of coffee drinks but also a wide range of freshly baked cakes and fruit tarts. Some of the popular menus include avocado bagels with cream cheese and poached egg. You can try a variety of fruit juices, waffles, cookies, cappuccino, lattes, and golden crust pies with jam and feel the Christmas presence at any time of the year. This is one of the must-try cafes in Zurich.

  • Popular dishes in Babu’s bakery- Bagels with cream cheese, fruit tarts, lattes, and fresh brewed coffee
  • Address- Lowenstrasse 1, 8001 Zurich, Switzerland

7. Cafe Henrici, Cafes in Zurich

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Cafe Henrici is another famous and favourite cafe for the people of Zurich. This cafe is also called the “Rhythm of Coffee” because of the wide range of hot drinks, freshly ground coffee beans, and aromatic brewery. With the coffee brews, you can munch on some of the delicious dishes like meat/vegan pizzas, salads, pastries, Parisian croissants with Turkish jam and berries made by expert chefs from Paris and Turkey and healthy granola and Acai bowl. There are also a variety of hod baked loaves of bread and pies. The irresistible aroma and taste of the latte are inestimable. Latte art is also famous in Cafe Henrici. This is a perfect place to start your daily grind or relax and enjoy the bustling nightlife of Zurich.

  • Must try pastries- Parisian croissants, Turkish jam and Alsatian pizza
  • Address- Niederdorfstrasse 1, 8001 Zurich, Switzerland

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8. Les Gourmandises de Miyuko

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How amazing would a cross of French pastries and a Japanese tearoom look like? Well, that is Les Gourmandises de Miyuko. The interiors, wallpapers and the vibrant colours of walls and Japanese fusion arts will make the experience of eating here an unforgettable one. Undoubtedly, it is one of the most lively cafes in Zurich. The foods here are also equally excellent. This cafe is famous for pastel coloured chairs, dishes, peppy ambience, and also cute props atop certain dishes. This jumps into the list of must-visit places in Zurich. Enjoy your dish with a hot serving of herby tea or smoky coffee and some fruits for the perfect start.

  • Famous dishes- Cheesecakes, Japanese delicacies, chocobars, and hot latte
  • Address- Beckenhofstrasse 7, 8006 Zurich, Switzerland

9. Cafe Bar ODEON

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Cafe Bar ODEON is so royal just like its name. Located in Bellevue Square in Old Town Zurich, it is one of the lively and bustling cafes in town. The vintage buildings welcome you into the cafe and then the ambience just takes over. This place is famous for its choices of hot chocolate like Italian and Swiss hot chocolates, spiced lattes, sandwiches, and Apfelstrudel. This vegan-friendly cafe gives a plethora of choices to vegetarians too. Vegan pizzas, cakes, pies, and Italian plates of pasta glazed with a dash of olive oil. Cafe Bar ODEON has been attracting people with exemplary dishes since 1911. So, the next time you visit Zurich, make sure to try some of the famous dishes and drinks from Cafe Bar ODEON!

  • Famous dishes- Apfelstrudel and Hot chocolate (Italian and Swiss)
  • Address- Limmatquai 2, 8001 Zurich, Switzerland

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10. Cafe Felix

Cafe Felix is one of the top-rated and reviewed cafes in Zurich. This cafe is famous for its grandeur staircase, huge entrance, split level infrastructure, and shades of off white curtains altogether elevating the ambience to another level. This cafe is known for its delicious plates of Swiss breakfast, seafood platters, and also vegan platters. The most common hot chocolate is also famous here for being spiced up with some herbs and toasted marshmallows. People’s choice of food here is salmon with champagne and a variety of drinks. It is so spacious that it can accommodate and serve up to 100 people at a time! Well, that’s huge and amazing! Cafe Felix in total makes you feel like a royal with all the cosy curtains, sheets, grand staircase, marble tables, and exotic dishes and desserts.

  • Popular dishes to try in Cafe Felix- Salmon with Champagne, Hot chocolate with marshmallows and club sandwiches
  • Address- Bellevue Pl. 5, 8001 Zurich, Switzerland
 

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The above-said cafes are not only famous for types of coffee, tea and drinks, but also for a wide range of pastries, international delicacies, confectioneries, hot bakes, and European desserts. Visit one cafe every day on your vacation to Zurich and enjoy the cold weather with some premium desserts and a drink. Do check out Pickyourtrail for many exciting deals for your vacation. Also, check out Zurich tour packages or do your research and customise your Switzerland package accordingly and enjoy your vacation in Zurich!

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