Restaurants in Bern: Ten Addresses from Our List

With its old town and the neighbourhoods around the Aare, Bern, the Swiss federal city, invites you to enjoy long restaurant visits. Here we introduce ten addresses worth a visit from our lists of the best, sorted by cuisine, and give you pointers on how to eat well in Bern.

Italian Restaurants in Bern

Italian cuisine has plenty of addresses in Bern. You will find more places in our list of the best Italian restaurants in Bern.

Ristorante Verdi

You will find Ristorante Verdi at Gerechtigkeitsgasse 7.

Osteria da Santo

Osteria da Santo is at Bernstrasse 79.

Tre Fratelli

Head to Tre Fratelli at Laupenstrasse 17.

Indian Restaurants in Bern

Indian cuisine is also represented in Bern. More addresses are in our list of Indian restaurants.

Restaurant Tulsi

You will find Restaurant Tulsi at Freiestrasse 65.

Okra

Okra is located at Lorrainestrasse 9.

Steaks and Fish

The BEEF Steakhouse & Bar

You will find The BEEF Steakhouse & Bar at Kramgasse 74. It is in our list of the best steaks in Bern.

Fischerstübli

Head to Fischerstübli at Schultheissstrasse 42.

Tapas and Greek Cuisine

Tapasrestaurant Schalterhalle

You can find Tapasrestaurant Schalterhalle at Reichenbachstrasse 77.

Volver BarTapasCafé

Volver BarTapasCafé is at Rathausplatz 8.

Brunnhof

Head to Brunnhof at Brunnhofgasse 12.

Tips for Dining Out in Bern

• Book ahead: At weekends and at popular mealtimes, a table is often quickly taken. A short reservation in advance gives you peace of mind.
• Check opening hours: You can find current opening hours and days off on each restaurant's website or ask by phone.
• Prices: Switzerland is generally an expensive place. For an evening meal, expect higher prices than in Germany and take a look at the menu beforehand.
• Lunch offers: Many restaurants offer cheaper set lunches on weekdays. Ask about them.
• Special requests: You should mention vegetarian or vegan dishes, allergies and high chairs for children when you book.

📍 Discover more: Explore more recommendations for Bern on our city page.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which restaurants are on our list of the best? On this page we introduce ten addresses from our list of the best, including Italian and Indian restaurants, a steakhouse, a fish restaurant and tapas places.

Do I need to book a table in Bern? We recommend a reservation for evenings and weekends. During the week it is often easier to find a seat on the spur of the moment.

Where can I find more restaurants in Bern? You will find more restaurants in our lists, for example under Italian restaurants or Indian restaurants.

How do I find out about prices and opening hours? You can find current prices, menus and opening hours on the website of the restaurant in question.