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Hiltl

Sihlstr. 28, Zurich 8001, Switzerland
044-227-7000
Ranked #4 of 841 restaurants in Zurich
4.5 of 5 stars 349 Reviews
Price range: 26 AUD - 102 AUD
Cuisines: Swiss
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Good for: Child-friendly
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, Takeout, Delivery, Buffet, After-hours, Dessert
Description: One of Switzerland's oldest vegetarian restaurants, this establishment was opened in 1898 by the Hiltl family and bears their name even today. That said, its age is hardly apparent as a result of a number of modernisation efforts throughout. The hallmark of such renovations was not decorative frippery, but rather chic elegance. The Hiltl is normally full and not just due to the impeccable quality of the food, but also the original way in which the meals are prepared here. A diverse Indian buffet particular to the restaurant has gained citywide recognition, alongside a mammoth selection of different salads.
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Philadelphia
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22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
29 helpful votes 29 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 May 2012 NEW

I mean it. Dinner at Hiltl was the highlight of a great trip around Europe in 2011. This year, we detoured 5 hours to Zurich at the end of our German vacation for one reason only: another meal at Hiltl. The food is superb: creative, delicious, beautifully presented. Taking the last bite of your salad makes you sad because it's... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2012 NEW via mobile

The best Place and expirence eating in Zurich ! Good price and excellent food! Must go!!

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Moscow, Russia
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48 reviews 48 reviews
Reviews in 36 cities Reviews in 36 cities
24 helpful votes 24 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012

Visited it with my friend on 28th of April. Didnt know that it's a vegeterian, but the quality of food took away all our doubts! As we didnt book we were limited in time, but it was enough for us - so be aware closer to the evening it's better to reserve a table.

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Zurich, Switzerland
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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012

We go often becuase we like it so much. They need to be careful as the quality of service has dropped in the 2 years that i have lived in Zurich but the food is fab, and i would recommend.

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Edinburgh, Scotland
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21 reviews 21 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
24 helpful votes 24 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012

This restaurant is a Zurich institution but still has a hip vibe and, although busy on a Saturday night, it was bathed in warm light and felt welcoming and relaxing. There was a huge variety of veggie food on offer, including delicious curries, and the staff were friendly and knowledgeable. Children are issued with colour marker pens and are welcome... More

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Morges, Switzerland
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2012
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Buffet style restaurant for vegetarian and non-vegetarian folks. Pay by weight (a good idea in a city where restaurants are rather expensive). This restaurant is very nice, the music is perfect at all time. It is roomy and a perfect place to sip a tea reading the newspaper. The food, as far as we were concerned, was better than at... More

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Zurich
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2012

The 'weigh what you eat' concept is fun.The choice of salads and variety on the table is intresting.Quorn antichokes tofu asparagus used very well.The food is delicious no doubt but a few of the dishes were cold :(

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Haifa, Israel
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2012

It appears very confusing for the fist-time eater.

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Ipswich, United Kingdom
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2012 via mobile

Great food, good service, good value,contemporary and healthy - cant fault it

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8 reviews 8 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2012

... and if it comes to vegetarian cusine then this is the place to be: This pretty posh restaurant has been around for more than a 100 years (entry in the guinness book of records as being the oldest in the world)! Great food, fantastic buffet with a very big selection from italian over to thai and indian food with... More

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