Gazing out over Lake Zurich is one of Zurich’s purest pleasures. And when you can gaze out over the lake accompanied by great food and drink, it doesn’t get much better. Widder by The Lake is the restaurant of Hotel Alex, a smart and sexy venue perched idyllically on the western shores of Lake Zurich.
When it comes to selecting a restaurant, Zurich has seen some healthy transformation these last few years. There's a multitude of excellent places, both old and new that are currently defining the cities culinary scene. Waves are being made at the more flash end of the scale with the likes of glitzy Razzia leading the pack but these have focused on a cutting edge interior design style rather than introducing daring new cuisine types. There are rare exceptions with the likes of the ambitious Maison Manesse team who combine trendy surroundings and a bold attitude to their menu. Dining out in style in Zurich though comes at a hefty price and there is still a gap in the market for eating experiences that combine stylish surroundings and value for money, especially for those with children. If finance is not an issue, then whether it's cooking of the Michelin star variety or a Schnitzel the size of an entire plate, the city is dishing it out with the best of them.