Hiltl Dachterrasse
Discover Zurich's highly-rated rooftop dining experience. Enjoy delicious vegetarian and vegan buffets, cocktails, and live music. Reserve your table today!
About Hiltl Dachterrasse
Perched high above the city, this popular Zurich eatery offers a delightful vegetarian and vegan experience with a charming rooftop terrace. Diners consistently praise the exceptionally tasty and freshly prepared dishes, noting the wide selection available from their well-stocked buffet. Even during peak hours, the atmosphere remains lively, and visitors often find seating without excessive wait times. The quality extends to their sweet offerings, with desserts frequently highlighted as a must-try. Beyond the delicious food, the restaurant provides a pleasant ambiance, enhanced by live music and the option to enjoy expertly crafted cocktails, making it a wonderful spot for groups and a memorable dining destination.
Restaurant Analysis
Restaurant Characteristics
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Price Range (Moderate)
Moderate pricing ($$) - Mid-range restaurants with good value
Meal Time (dinner)
This restaurant primarily serves dinner. Based on opening hours.
Group Size (Groups Welcome)
Welcomes large groups and families. Great for group dining.
Atmosphere (Outdoor)
Al fresco dining with outdoor seating
Dining Style (Flexible)
Flexible options. Reservations available but not required.
Features & Amenities
This restaurant offers: Outdoor Seating, Live Music, Cocktails, Beer, Wine, Coffee, Dog Friendly, Groups Welcome, Reservations
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Why Travelers Love Hiltl Dachterrasse
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The food was very tasty – we had vegetarian dishes, but there are also vegan options available. The meals are flour-based and fresh, clearly prepared on the spot. Even though it was quite busy, we managed to find a table during lunch hours, and the waiting time wasn’t long. We enjoyed a delicious lunch, and although we didn’t manage to take a photo of the dessert, it was definitely worth saving some room for it. Wonderful restaurant with a very pretty terrace! Enjoyed every bite. The buffet has many vegan choices and everything's clearly labeled. Only thing I'll add, if you're proud to be the first vegetarian restaurant in the whole world, then make that next step! Fully vegan, you already know you don’t need animal products to create delicious dishes. So what’s the point? 😉💚 Our visit to Hiltl, the world’s oldest vegetarian restaurant dating back to 1898, was nothing short of exquisite. The buffet featured a stunning variety of vegetarian and vegan dishes—you simply fill your plate with an abundance of flavors. We thoroughly enjoyed the exquisite food and the lovely atmosphere on the outdoor terrace.
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Recent Reviews
Krzysztof S.
September 16, 2025
The food was very tasty – we had vegetarian dishes, but there are also vegan options available. The meals are flour-based and fresh, clearly prepared on the spot. Even though it was quite busy, we managed to find a table during lunch hours, and the waiting time wasn’t long. We enjoyed a delicious lunch, and although we didn’t manage to take a photo of the dessert, it was definitely worth saving some room for it.
Irene J.
August 4, 2025
Wonderful restaurant with a very pretty terrace! Enjoyed every bite. The buffet has many vegan choices and everything's clearly labeled. Only thing I'll add, if you're proud to be the first vegetarian restaurant in the whole world, then make that next step! Fully vegan, you already know you don’t need animal products to create delicious dishes. So what’s the point? 😉💚
Ronen C.
May 1, 2025
Our visit to Hiltl, the world’s oldest vegetarian restaurant dating back to 1898, was nothing short of exquisite. The buffet featured a stunning variety of vegetarian and vegan dishes—you simply fill your plate with an abundance of flavors. We thoroughly enjoyed the exquisite food and the lovely atmosphere on the outdoor terrace.
Haiwen H.
September 15, 2025
This is our go-to restaurant whenever we don’t know what to eat and we are in the city center. Absolutely love the food and atmosphere here. The price is also really reasonable considering its central location. Highly recommend!
Alex S.
July 1, 2025
Great vegetarian buffet. Pay by the weight. I tried as many different dishes as I could, and I thought the food was wonderful. Nice seating both inside and outside. My lunch was 20 francs. Not inexpensive but worth it.
What to Expect
Features and amenities that make Hiltl Dachterrasse special
Outdoor Seating
Live Music
Cocktails
Beer
Wine
Coffee
Dog Friendly
Groups Welcome
Reservations
Practical Information
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Parking
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