Sternen Grill

Zurich’s cult sausage stop—and a rite of passage for newcomers. At street level, the take-away fires off the St. Galler Bratwurst in its most iconic form: hot from the grill, tucked into a crusty Bürli, and hit with the famously fiery Sternen Senf. It’s simple, loud, a little theatrical—and totally satisfying—whether you go bratwurst, cervelat, or one of the other grill favorites. Expect a line at peak times; that’s part of the charm, and it moves fast. Head upstairs to Restaurant OBEN if you want table service, Swiss comfort dishes (with veg options), and a relaxed room that looks out over Bellevue and the lake. Open long hours most days, this is where students, locals, and the occasional star all end up after class, after work, or after a night out—because sometimes the best Zurich meal is just a perfect sausage, great bread, and mustard with attitude.