8 Swiss Wine Restaurants That Celebrate Local Wines

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In Swiss gastronomy, wine enjoys a special place of honor—not for its quantity, but for the exceptional quality of the selection. Only the finest vintages and the most passionate producers earn a spot in the country’s most renowned wine restaurants. Today, modern wine bars complement traditional establishments, creating a diverse array of oenological experiences. The finest wine restaurants are celebrated under the Swiss Wine Gourmet label, earning one to three glasses based on their focus on Swiss wines.

Gasthaus zum Gupf, Rehetobel

Only first-time visitors to the restaurant, perched high above Lake Constance, bother looking at the wine list. Regulars go straight to asking if sommelier Stefan Schachner has time to guide them through the walk-in cellar. This cellar was purpose-built a few years ago to house the thousands of bottles that perfectly complement the specialties crafted by long-time chef Walter Klose. Alongside premier Bordeaux and Burgundies, aged Grüner Veltliner from Austria, and Rieslings from Germany, the selection proudly features some of Switzerland’s finest whites and reds, including exquisite vintages.

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Cave Valaisanne Chalet Suisse, Geneva

Valais wine in the name of a Geneva restaurant? A cultural surprise, yet a perfectly logical pairing—after all, Lake Geneva connects these two cantons with Vaud nestled in between. The menu leans towards hearty, quintessentially Swiss cuisine: Bündnerfleisch meets Gruyère, with dishes that wouldn’t be out of place across the border in France. The same openness applies to the wine list, showcasing all of Switzerland’s wine-growing regions, from the nearby Three Lakes area to the distant vineyards of Schaffhausen.

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Jack’s Brasserie, Bern

At first glance, the restaurant next to the Bern train station seems to focus on hearty brasserie dishes and celebrating tradition. Named in honor of Jack Gauer, who managed the Hotel Schweizerhof from the late 1930s, the nostalgic atmosphere evokes a sense of history. French-inspired classics like Chateaubriand and seasonal inspirations still maintain a balance, but the wine selection is better and more diverse than Ex-Patron Gauer could have ever imagined. The guest will quickly notice how the aging process has enhanced many of the wines, especially when exploring the sections for Bündner Herrschaft and Ticino. Head sommelier Søren Jerslev offers expert advice with passion and knowledge.

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Swiss wine restaurants combine a wide and carefully selected range of local wines with hospitality and delicious food. Whether a rustic pub in the mountains, a cool wine bar in the city, a traditional country pub or an urban gourmet restaurant: variety, flair, charm and good contacts with Swiss winegrowers are the basis on which dedicated landlords and landladies build their very personal style.
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Waldhotel Arosa, Arosa

Thomas Mann, as we know, was never opposed to fine dining or excellent wine. And since the Waldhotel in Arosa shares this view, it’s only fitting that the names of the two on-site restaurants, Zauberberg and Thomas Mann, reflect this philosophy. The gourmet restaurant Kachelofa-Stübli takes it a step further, offering not only large Swiss wines by the glass but also, in many cases, contributions from carefully selected producers across multiple vintages. Guests can, of course, immerse themselves deeply in the world of liquid Graubünden specialties.

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Switzerland's unique climate, landscape, traditions and the winemakers' dedication to perfection create masterpieces we proudly share with our guests. It's no surprise that 99% of Swiss wine is enjoyed right here in the country.
Mario Kessel, restaurateur since 1985

Wunderbrunnen, Opfikon

The name is well deserved. At Wunderbrunnen, a hidden gem in Swiss gastronomy, connoisseurs can find everything they seldom discover elsewhere. Rare wines served by the glass and a wine bible that ranks among the thickest in Switzerland. Countless mature Chasselas and Pinot Noirs fill its pages, from emerging stars like Tom Litwan to classics like Schlossgut Bachtobel. And for those curious about the taste of a Graubünden red from the 1990s or whether a 25-year-old Ticino Merlot is still in its prime, this is the place to find out — without breaking the bank!

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Alpenblick, Wilderswil

Yvonne and Richard Stöckli are among Switzerland's most experienced restaurateurs. They dedicate themselves equally to regional cuisine and the Grande Cuisine based on French traditions. The best way to experience their offerings is to order the gourmet menu with six or seven courses, allowing them to explain the origins of the trout and cheese (from Alp Nessleren!), while pairing each course with the perfect Swiss wines. Yvonne Stöckli has stocked countless bottles exclusively from Switzerland and insists on waiting until the wines have reached their optimal drinking condition before serving them.

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Ackermanns Hof, Basel

It’s no secret that the owners of this historic restaurant, just a few dozen meters from the Basel Rhine, have a passion for Italian wines, while the chef is a devotee of Mediterranean culinary principles. However, Eveline and Roland Tischhauser on one side, and Flavio Fermi on the other, are far too curious not to explore new ideas. In the kitchen, Asian-inspired dishes are regularly prepared, and the wine list features not only some of the finest wines from Basel but also creations from other Swiss vineyards.

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Bottega del Vino, Locarno

Gather a small group of wine enthusiasts, order a guided tasting, and embark on a wine journey through Ticino and neighboring Italy, accompanied by the finest cheeses and cured meats: This is one of the attractions at the Bottega del Vino in Locarno. Another experience awaits those guests who simply reserve a table and enjoy Swiss wines with breathtaking depth of vintages. Here, you can discover the taste of a ten-year-aged Ticino Merlot or a Walliser Cornalin from a great year, in this unique blend of a restaurant and wine bar.

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