Wow. What an extraordinary and delicious dining experience. We just happened to be staying at the…read moreHotel la Paix, and made dinner reservations at the adjoining restaurant. We got a table at six, and as the other diners sat down, quickly understood that the popularity of this place was based in a solid reputation. I started with a stange lager, followed by the tomatencreuemuss (tomato bisque). So far so good. The soup was from fresh tomatoes with real cream and a shot of vodka that spiced it up just right. The I got the frischipastetli, a pot pie made with a beef and veal ragout with wild morels from the surrounding forest. The stew was well seasoned and tender, the potatoes still had their firmness, and the flaky pastel was perfect. Penny got the steinpilz ravioli, which she enjoyed. A fun family atmosphere, really good food, and kind attentive service (from people who speak at least four languages!) makes me want to go back.

We were recommended to go here and it's was such a cute spot and the food was DELICIOUS it was…read moresuper tender and came out at perfect timing. Our waitress was so nice an a to our requests and understood our English. I would come back and try something else!!

Wow! Michelin quality. The chef clearly knows how to take seasonal produce and develop bespoke…read moredishes to feature the best. We had very thin ricotta ravioli with asparagus and green onion; a beef filet from a local farmer with a wonderful cauliflower purée and saffron risotto (which perhaps could have had a little more saffron taste), and an extraordinary passion fruit creme brûlée with sesame mango salad and Thai basil ice cream. The setting is a beautiful outdoor garden with leafy trees and lush bushes, accented by wild strawberry plants placed on each table. Quiet and romantic with occasional church bells in the background. Service was excellent and the chef, trained at the Zurich Savoy, clearly knows what he is doing. And, all at very reasonable prices. We will be back!

Good food marred by elderly waiter's rude service. We had the bad luck of having this particular…read moreold male waiter serve our table during dinner. First time that a waiter has ever refused to bring more bread to the table. Refused to answer our simple question about portion size of a dish. Waved at us hysterically when I asked him for the check. Did not ask us even once during the dinner how things were going. Seemed like he wanted us to know we weren't welcome. The restaurant manager should retrain him on how to be polite to guests. Find a different job if you don't like serving others and taking orders.

This was recommended by our Viking Tour "Guide". We decided to try Bellinis for dinner since it was…read morea three minute walk from our hotel. Our waiter was very outgoing. He made it a point to try and make us laugh. He recommended some entrees and we ended up with pizzas, the monkfish and the burrata. Loved the monkfish dish. I also got to try white merlot for the first time which I enjoyed. We also ordered lasagna which never got to our table so we decided to cancel it. Truth be told, we ordered enough food for our group. We sat outside and the weather could not have been more perfect!

Excellent service, quality musicians, and delicious food! It was the perfect food experience to…read morebegin our vacation.

The service was impeccable! We went in for raclette but wanted to sit at the terrace. The server…read moreallowed us to e hog our starter on the terrace and move back indoors for our main attraction- raclette

Service was great. Nice people, helpful, and attentive. We enjoyed our food. We got the fondue as…read morean appetizer and found it to be better than in the US. Two got surf & turf and it didn't disappoint. One got the chicken and it was flavorful. I got the bratwurst and definitely would get again. Enjoyed the vibe. The outdoor, medieval sort of feeling. Worth visiting.

Traveling through Luzern and found a wonderful stop for dinner. Service and food was outstanding…read more Even got a picture of our chef Giuseppe!

When we arrived, we were pointed to our table not escorted. Service was extremely slow and not…read moreattentive. Steak fillet was cooked rare, ordered medium. Steak sauces were brought after entree was finished. Waiter told us he didn't normally work here and didn't know the menu. We wanted to order dessert, but the waiter never returned to our table. Took half hour to get our check so we could leave. Expensive for quality of food and poor service. Our special occasion was not special due to restaurant's poor service and understaffing.

I was craving fondue, but then I discovered raclette…read more Fondue House Du Pont is a great option for anyone craving an authentic fondue experience in Lucerne. This cozy spot offers a wide selection of delicious fondues with unique flavors. Make a reservation for the patio as the restaurant's prime location gives you an amazing view of the Chapel Bridge and Old Town Lucerne. Our classic cheese fondue was tasty, but I loved the raclette! What is raclette? Raclette is a Swiss dish in which a wheel of semi-soft cow's‑milk cheese, traditionally from Valais, is heated and the melted layer is scraped onto potatoes, bread, and pickled vegetables. Raclette refers both to the cheese and the dish. The name comes from the French racler, meaning "to scrape," describing how the melted cheese is served. Our traditional raclette had a wedge of cheese that was heated on a special tabletop electric raclette machine. It was served with bowls filled with boiled red potatoes, cornichons, tiny, pickled pearl onions, steamed veggies, cubes of bread and sliced fruits. Loved the melted cheese that topped the fruits, veggies, pickles, potatoes and bread. Note: Although they do have chocolate fondue here, many Swiss Fondue restaurants do not.

Very very very expensive and not worth the price! The fondue…read morewas just ok, and was very overpriced. I cannot recommend this place for fondue.

I have to say that this was my favorite meal in Lucerne. Oh my goodness!! Our tour guide highly…read morerecommended it. I'm not sure that I would have seen it had it not been for Chris. It's quite the hidden gem. First of all, the rustic and unpretentious ambiance hit all the right notes. I mean, I couldn't have asked for a better lunch setting. Although, Lucerne is full of beautiful outdoor terrace scenery. This one was by and far the best indoor scenery. Seriously! Just look at the pictures. The 4 course pasta lunch was exactly what I wanted in a Swiss Italian meal. It's all served family style. There were 3 of us. We started with the soup & salad. It was a delicious seasonal pumpkin cream soup. She told us what was in it, but I totally forgot. It was also well-presented in a white soup tureen. The salad was equally as wonderful. I love the salad & dressing here! The quality fresh ingredients including pumpkin seeds (for Autumn) and croutons with that tasty homemade dressing is out of this world. I would have been happy & satisfied with just the soup & salad alone. The pasta dish came out not too long after the starters. Wow! Honestly, I thought the Pasta Amatriciana was better than any pasta dish I've had in Italy. I don't normally make statements like that. I just love the simple sauces made from fresh crushed tomatoes. This one had cured pork cheek in the sauce. Our server did tell us, but I don't think he heard that part. I was surprised that my husband didn't notice it. I still haven't told him because I'm not sure what he would think of that. Haha! We loved it! At the end, we had our choice of dessert. I think he had the tiramisu, and I selected the apricot mango one. It was a great ending. I also have to say that the Eichhof beer was light & refreshing, as well as the pitcher of naturally infused water. It's the little things that make me happy. There is an extensive wine menu as well. To be honest, I didn't see the rest of the menu. I think it's a daily fixed menu anyway. We were set on either the Pasta or Business (meat) lunch based on recommendations. We're glad we listened. The service was exceptional. Every course was proudly explained. Our server was friendly & professional. The atmosphere was amazing! The only thing you might regret is the price. But, I'm here to tell you that it's like that everywhere in Switzerland. Just get over it, and enjoy the meal. Take that advice for what it's worth. Seek this place out if you happen to be staying in Lucerne. We have no regrets whatsoever.

We had reservations in advance so I'd recommend them on the weekend - it was Easter weekend for us…read more I only imagine this place is just as beautiful when the weather is nicer out. Ambiance is rustic - good for groups of 8 or less or even just two people. Warm and cozy space as if you were at home. It was a set menu with salad/soup, pasta, main and dessert and/or cheese for dinner. I loved the fact that it was family style. So I maybe wouldn't choose this place if you have picky eaters. The salad was fantastic. Loved the dressing. The soup for me was the selling point. We had a root vegetable soup that was aromatic, creamy, a slight kick. The pasta was a Bolognese where I loved the chilis that they added. For the main, they were serving veal on a risotto and carrots. The meat was tender and flavorful. The chocolate mousse was rich, creamy and the creme balanced out the sweetness. Now, my group finished eating and decided we'd come back for lunch a few days later because the menu is never the same. Lunch is a little different with dinner as you can choose either pasta or the business lunch. We opted to do two servings of business lunch and one of the pasta so we could recreate the similar family-esque dinner style. We had a potato soup with salmon bits for lunch. Next was a pesto pasta with garlic and ricotta cheese. Not that the Bolognese wasn't good, but I loved this pasta. So fresh, and the flavors melded so well. We had a beef cut with purple rice and veggies. I loved the Char on this cut of meat. And lastly for dessert, I had panna cotta with a rhubarb compote that was so creamy, not overly sweet and had maybe a twist with a hint of cinnamon? You really can't go wrong here. If I came back to Lucerne, I'd be back here! Service was stellar-we actually had the same waitress for both meal services and was phenomenal. She gave great wine recommendations.

Made a quick pit stop in Lucerne and wanted to try some traditional Swiss food during our visit…read more The restaurant has an old-fashioned, homey ambiance and was brimming with locals! The staff were also super friendly and welcoming, although service was a tad bit slow. The food is quite expensive but normal for Swiss standards, and honestly felt it was worth it given the large portion sizes. The spicy pork bratwurst was juicy and satisfying but a bit too salty for my liking. I also wish it was a bit spicier! It came with some caramelized onions on the side which were drenched in sauce and paired well with the sausage. The potatoes were buttery and delicious. I've had a lot of potatoes during the past two weeks in Europe and these were among the best. The veal schnitzel was also quite good. It was lightly breaded on the outside and succulent on the inside. We ordered the risotto on the side which was creamy and flavorful, but we had a hard time finishing due to the heaviness of the dish. Definitely worth a visit if you're seeking traditional Swiss food - you won't be disappointed!

I was surprised with how lovely this place is! I walked in and was immediately welcomed with a warm…read morestaff. My waitress was lovely, and gave great drink recommendations. I am usually not a beer fan, but I asked what she would recommend since i was willing to try one, and it was delicious! I also asked for the pork schnitzel, since i don't eat veal. I was a little disappointed that it wasn't breaded, but it was still delicious! the butter and herbs was also phenomenal!