Haus zum Rüden

Haus zum Rüden Review

The most culinarily ambitious of Zürich's many Zunfthaus (historic guild hall) dining places, this fine restaurant is also the most architecturally spectacular, combining a wooden barrel-vaulted ceiling and 30-foot beams. Slick modern improvements—including a glassed-in elevator—manage to blend intelligently with the ancient decor and old-world chandeliers. Innovative entrées might include clear beef soup with vegetable strips and black Perigord truffles, or duck breast in honey ginger sauce. The river views are especially impressive at night; ask for a window table.