Best Cafés in Zürich (2023 Edition)

If there is one thing that Zürich does well its Cafés and specialised Coffee places. I love breakfast / brunch and love to discover new places and in Zürich it sometimes feels like I will never stop discovering as a new places opens up every week it seems.

I therefore decided to start this blog with my favourite and some of the most special cafés in Zürich also as a guide to you so you can see where you can do take away, dine in, what kind of food options away you and what kind of special coffee you can drink.

As I’m obsessed with terraces and sunny Zürich breakfasts outdoors you will find plenty of options for the warmer days.

This is probably the most extensive list of cafés in Zürich but if there are any places that you love and I missed out just let me know and I’ll go visit them :)

MAME

MAME is a real specialty coffee shop with so many options to choose from, they won multiple awards and you can really tell they’re into their coffee!

Take Away or Dine in: Both Options Available

Food Options: Croissants/ Cakes

Favourite Thing Here: El Paraiso Red or “Affogato” - this is the place to try something special

Josefstrasse 160, 8005 Zürich/ Seefeldstrasse 19, 8008 Zürich

Monocle

Monocle is a super cute café in Seefeld where you can find delicious coffee and enjoy a nice breakfast/brunch.

Take Away or Dine in: Both Options Available

Food Options: Croissants/ Birchermüsli/ Sandwiches

Favourite Thing Here: Flat White with Oat Milk

Dufourstrasse 90, 8008 Zürich

John Baker

John Baker is one of the best bakeries in town and is present in two locations - enjoy a take away coffee with a croissant or yogurt.

Take Away or Dine in: Take Away (in the summer they have just a couple of seats outside the Stadelhofen location)

Food Options: Croissants/ Yogurts / Sandwiches

Favourite Thing Here: Flat White + Chocolate Croissant

Stadelhoferstrasse 28, 8001 Zürich

Kraftwerk Café & Food

Kraftwerk is one of my all time favourite places to go for coffee and a snack. The atmosphere is great and the place is industrial yet cozy. Also a great place to work from.

Take Away or Dine in: Dine-in

Food Options: Salats / Toasts / Breakfast

Favourite Thing Here: Cappuccino and Pain au Chocolat

Selnaustrasse 25, 8001 Zürich

Miró Coffee

Miró Coffee is one of my favourite places to go for a coffee and breakfast on the weekend. Love the atmosphere and you can sometimes see how they roast their own beans!

Take Away or Dine in: Both Options Available

Food Options: Snacks / Cakes / Toasts

Favourite Thing Here: Avocado Toast with Cappuccino

Brauerstrasse 58, 8004 Zürich

169 West

169 West is in general one of my favourite spots in Zürich - they have delicious coffee and some great food options. You’ll love the cozy atmosphere.

Take Away or Dine in: Dine-in

Food Options: Cakes / Salads / Breakfast

Favourite Thing Here: The filtered coffee

Weststrasse 169, 8003 Zürich

Omnia Coffee

Omnia Coffee is specialised in Indonesian coffees and has a super atmosphere and great staff. Currently one of my favourite spots in the city.

Take Away or Dine in: Both Options Available

Food Options: Cakes / Breakfast Foods

Favourite Thing Here: The Black Pearl “100% Arabica”

Stauffacherstrasse 105, 8004 Zürich

COFFEE

COFFEE the name says it all specialises in making delicious coffees but you’ll also find yummy salads and other snacks.

Take Away or Dine in: Both Options Available

Food Options: Salads / Cakes / Breakfast

Favourite Thing Here: The Cappuccino

Grüngasse 4, 8004 Zürich

Just Coffee

Just Coffee is a super cute shop right in the center of town. The coffee is super good and you also have to try the vegan doughnuts.

Take Away or Dine in: Take Away Only

Food Options: Doughnuts

Favourite Thing Here: I really like the Espresso here made with 100% Arabica

Hornergasse 15, 8001 Zürich

Auer & Co.

Auer & Co. is a super cool place (especially in the summer time). It’s also a great option if you’re looking for a place to work from.

Take Away or Dine in: Both Options Available

Food Options: Toasts / Snacks / Breakfast

Favourite Thing Here: Cappuccino and Iced Coffee

Sihlquai 131, 8005 Zürich

Boréal Coffee Shop

Boréal Coffee Shop has different locations but I like the one at Talacker best. A good place to sit back and relax or to work from (maybe not on the weekends as it gets quite busy).

Take Away or Dine in: Both Options Available

Food Options: Breakfast Food

Favourite Thing Here: Freshly pressed orange juice and cappuccino

Talacker 41, 8001 Zürich

Babu’s

Babu’s Bakery is one of the most hyped brunch places in town so I recommend you either book or go during the week. The coffee is super good and I love the food too.

Take Away or Dine in: Both Options Available

Food Options: Salads / Quiches / Breakfast / Cakes

Favourite Thing Here: Carrot Cake / Porridge and Cappuccino

Löwenstrasse 1, 8001 Zürich

Miyuko

Miyuko is a very special Japanes cafe with delicious cakes and good coffee. The coffee shop is super cozy and they also have some vegan options.

Take Away or Dine in: Dine-in

Food Options: Cakes / Breakfast

Favourite Thing Here: You can’t come here without having a piece of cake

Bärengasse 20, 8001 Zürich

Juicery 21

Juicery 21 is one of my all time favourite places in Zürich. Not only are their juices amazing but they also have super good coffee and chai lattes.

Take Away or Dine in: Both Options Available

Food Options: Porridge / Bowls / Bagels

Favourite Thing Here: Porridge + Chai Latte

Sihlstrasse 93, 8001 Zürich

ViCafe Münsterhof

Probably the best located coffee place in Zürich. ViCafe is not only pretty to look at but also serves delicious coffee. Best in the summer when you can sit in the square and enjoy the sun.

Take Away or Dine in: Take Away Only

Food Options: Croissants

Favourite Thing Here: Espresso

Münsterhof 20, 8001 Zürich

Bros Beans & Beats

One of the most surprising places in Zürich. Bros Beans and Beats has a cute interior but also a super cozy terrace for warmer days.

Take Away or Dine in: Dine-in

Food Options: Salads / Toasts / Breakfast Food

Favourite Thing Here: Cold Brew Tonic and Bro’s Super Bowl

Gartenhofstrasse 24, 8004 Zürich

Franzos Coffee Shop

Franzos probably has one of the best Latte’s in town! The location is convenient right next to the river and both the interior and exterior are super cute.

Take Away or Dine in: Dine-in

Food Options: Breakfast Food / Toasts / Salads

Favourite Thing Here: Latte and Pain au Chocolat

Limmatquai 138, 8001 Zürich

Café Noir

I like Café Noir because it’s full of plants, because their coffee is delicious and their terrace is a place you could spend all day in the summertime.

Take Away or Dine in: Both Options Available

Food Options: Breakfast Food

Favourite Thing Here: Espresso

Neugasse 33, 8005 Zürich

Bean Bank Coffee & CO

Bean Bank Coffee & CO has the best coffee around Europaallee. The shop is cute and they also have some seats outside for the summer.

Take Away or Dine in: Both Options Available

Favourite Thing Here: Latte to go

Lagerstrasse 18c, 8004 Zürich

Milchbar

Milchbar is perfect both in the winter and in the summer time. They have multiple seating options outside and inside and it’s cozy all over. Check it out in December with the Christmas decorations for a special vibe.

Take Away or Dine in: Both Options Available

Food Options: Breakfast / Salads / Pasta / Fondue

Favourite Thing Here: Croissant and Flat White

Kappelergasse 16, 8001 Zürich

Confiserie Sprüngli

Confiserie Sprüngli is one of the oldest and fanciest cafés in town. The coffee they serve is not as good as in other places but the cakes and food are delicious.

Take Away or Dine in: For coffee only dine-in

Food Options: Cakes / Pastries / Breakfast Food

Favourite Thing Here: Cappuccino / Fresh Juice and a Pastry

Bahnhofstrasse 21, 8001 Zürich

La Stanza

La Stanza is one of the go-to hang out spots in Zürich. I really like coming here in the summer and having a coffee and something to eat in their small terrace. The vibe is super nice.

Take Away or Dine in: Dine-in

Food Options: Breakfast Food

Favourite Thing Here: Espresso and Croissant

Bleicherweg 10, 8002 Zürich

Kafi Dihei

The best thing about Kafi Dihei is definitely their cute terrace and their nice staff. The coffee is also delicious. Come here and relax on the weekend.

Take Away or Dine in: Dine-in

Food Options: Breakfast Food / Cakes / Salads

Favourite Thing Here: Veggie Omelette + Bagel and Espresso

Zurlindenstrasse 231, 8003 Zürich

Bank

Bank is a great place to come for brunch or just for a quick coffee. It’s right next to John Baker so you’ll be sure to have a good croissant.

Take Away or Dine in: Take Away Only

Food Options: Doughnuts

Favourite Thing Here: French Toast + Croissant and a Cappuccino

Molkenstrasse 15, 8004 Zürich

Montmartre

The feeling of being in Paris without having to travel there. Montmartre is my absolute favourite coffee place in Zürich’s old town. It’s charming and the coffee is delicious.

Take Away or Dine in: Dine-in

Food Options: Breakfast Food / Quiche / Salad / French Dishes

Favourite Thing Here: Café Mélange + Yogurt

Weggengasse 4, 8001 Zürich

Kafi Freud

Another great brunch spot with a cute terrace. Kafi Freud is the place to come on the weekend to relax, sit back and enjoy their coffee and yummy food.

Take Away or Dine in: Dine-in

Food Options: Salads / Bagels / Breakfast Food

Favourite Thing Here: Bagel + Iced Chai Latte

Schaffhauserstrasse 118, 8057 Zürich

Café Henrici

Café Henrici has the cutest outdoor terrace. The coffee is very good and the staff is also super friendly.

Take Away or Dine in: Dine-in

Food Options: Soups / Salads / Cakes / Breakfast

Favourite Thing Here: Iced Latte

Niederdorfstrasse 1, 8001 Zürich

Kafi Paradiesli

Another one for the terrace lovers. Kafi Paradiesli serves good coffee and great brunch food in a cozy environment.

Take Away or Dine in: Take Away Only

Food Options: Breakfast Food / Salads

Favourite Thing Here: Vegi Brunch + Cappuccino

Hofstrasse 19, 8032 Zürich

Café des Amis

Café des Amis has one of the best Birchermüsli’s in town along with a delicious Cappuccino. They also offer a wide variety of foods for Brunch, Lunch and Dinner.

Take Away or Dine in: Take Away Only

Food Options: Breakfast Food / Salads / Toasts

Favourite Thing Here: Cappuccino + Birchermüsli

Nordstrasse 88, 8037 Zürich

Jamaica - Flavour Coffee

Jamaica Flavour Coffee is a special place with extremely friendly staff. The coffee is also delicious. Come here for a take away coffee or if you want to sit and people watch.

Take Away or Dine in: Both Options Available

Favourite Thing Here: Cappuccino (it’s super creamy)

Langstrasse 200, 8005 Zürich

Leonhardstreppe

Leonhardstreppe is a super take away coffee shop with extremely nice staff and super good coffee. Come here while going to work or on your break.

Take Away or Dine in: Take Away Only

Favourite Thing Here: Oatmilk Cappuccino

Weinbergstrasse 25, 8001 Zürich

Café du Bonheur

Café du Bonheur is hipster paradise and the coffee and food are super nice. The menu is quite small but everything on there is good.

Take Away or Dine in: Dine-in

Food Options: Breakfast Food / Salads / Eggs

Favourite Thing Here: Yogurt + Cappuccino

Zypressenstrasse 115, 8004 Zürich

Cafe Bar Black 1966

Cafe Bar Black 1966 is a very charming and friendly café with good coffee and nice service. The breakfast food is also good.

Take Away or Dine in: Dine-in

Food Options: Cakes / Breakfast Food

Favourite Thing Here: Yogurt Granola + Cappuccino

Färberstrasse 6, 8008 Zürich

Rio Bar

Rio Bar is a great place to go for a coffee on Saturday or Sunday. Their terrace is one of my favourites in town and the coffee is also delicious.

Take Away or Dine in: Dine-in

Food Options: Salads / Breakfast Food / Quiche

Favourite Thing Here: Iced Coffee

Gessnerallee 17, 8001 Zürich

Kleine Freiheit

Kleine Freiheit is a place you have to go at least once. Not only is the place super cute and different but the coffee and cakes are also delicious.

Take Away or Dine in: Dine-in

Food Options: Breakfast Food / Salads / Soups

Favourite Thing Here: Caffe Freddo + Granola

Weinbergstrasse 30, 8006 Zürich

Café Casa Del Gato

Café Casa Del Gato is a very different kind of café which reminds me of Japan. At Casa Del Gato you can come have coffee while petting cats! And yes, the coffee is good.

Take Away or Dine in: Dine-in

Food Options: Breakfast Food / Snack Food / Burgers

Favourite Thing Here: Leonardo’s Breakfast Bowl + Latte Macchiato

Kehlhofstrasse 4, 8003 Zürich

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