Tessin Grotto

Opening hours
Waidbadstrasse 151, 8037 Zürich
044 271 47 50

About Tessin Grotto

Welcome to Tessin Grotto, the highest-located Grotto in Zürich, where guests can experience a culinary journey into the warm atmosphere of Ticino. Our restaurant offers an inviting setting with a rustic chalet style and a beautiful garden, ideal for dining outdoors. We have made it our mission to preserve the traditions and flavors of Ticino cuisine. From classic Ticino specialties to modern accents, our dishes are prepared from high-quality ingredients to guarantee an authentic taste experience. The lunch menu offers a selection of tasty dishes, while our dinner menu presents an exquisite variety. Enjoy, for example, our famous Ticino cheese fondue (Chäs-Fondue), available all year round, or our seasonal risottos and meat dishes. Our wine list comprises fine wines from the largest Ticino wine cellar, perfectly matched to the dishes. Our restaurant's opening hours are Wednesday through Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. and Sunday from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Come by and experience the hospitality and the unique cuisine of Ticino!

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Services

Ticino specialities

Cheese fondue (all year round)

Banquets

Gift vouchers

At a glance

The highest-altitude grotto in Zurich, at the edge of the forest on the Hönggerberg

Largest Ticino wine cellar north of the Alps

Own garden

Zuppa schiumosa bianca di pomodori
CHF 16.80
Pane all'aglio
CHF 9.80
Insalata di foglie miste
CHF 13.80
Mozzarella con pomodori
CHF 19.80
Affettato "Sant Antonino" 120g
CHF 29.80
Crostino di pere con gorgonzola
CHF 19.80
Prato verde con formaggio di capra
CHF 19.80
Tartare di manzo Grotto Ticino (1 Nocke)
CHF 20.80
Tartare di manzo Grotto Ticino (2 Nocken)
CHF 27.80
Tartare di manzo Grotto Ticino (3 Nocken)
CHF 34.80

Pasta / Polenta / Risotto

Crostini di polenta (klein)
CHF 33.80
Crostini di polenta
CHF 37.80
Risotto con funghi (klein)
CHF 30.80
Risotto con funghi
CHF 34.80
Risotto venere con tartufo (klein)
CHF 30.80
Risotto venere con tartufo
CHF 34.80
Gnocchi di patate con nduja di spilinga o burro salvia (klein)
CHF 29.80
Gnocchi di patate con nduja di spilinga o burro salvia
CHF 33.80
Gnocchi con gorgonzola e pepe Maggia (klein)
CHF 29.80
Gnocchi con gorgonzola e pepe Maggia
CHF 33.80

Fleisch

Ossobuco ticinese
CHF 38.80
Salsiccia di maiale 300g
CHF 23
Coniglio
CHF 37.80
Brasato di manzo
CHF 39.50
Luganighe ticinese
CHF 33.80
Stinco di agnello 450gr
CHF 44.80
Sminuzzato di fegato
CHF 44.50

Geflügel

Pollo al forno Grotto Zurigo
CHF 38.70
Pollo al forno puzzolente rosa (Knoblauch)
CHF 38.70
Pollo al forno mediterraneo
CHF 38.70
Pollo al forno crema piccante
CHF 38.70

Fonduta ticinese - Chäs Fondue

Fonduta ticinese (Moitié Moitié)
CHF 32.80
Fonduta Aquarossa
CHF 34.30
Fonduta di Stracchino verde
CHF 34.80
Fonduta val Bedretto
CHF 34.30
Fonduta di capra contenta
CHF 33.80
Fonduta calabria
CHF 34.30
Fonduta di bosco
CHF 36.20

Kindergerichte

Eine Kaffeetasse Tagessuppe
CHF 7.80
Kleiner Blattsalat mit French Dressing
CHF 7.80
Eine Portion Polenta
CHF 9.80
Eine Portion hausgemachte Gnocchi mit Tomatensugo
CHF 15.30
Pasta Napoli mit Parmesankäse
CHF 12.30
Chicken Nuggets mit Tessiner Kartoffeln
CHF 16.30

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Opening hours

Monday	Closed
Tuesday	Closed
Wednesday	09:00 – 23:00
Thursday	09:00 – 23:00
Friday	09:00 – 23:00
Saturday	09:00 – 23:00
Sunday	09:00 – 22:00

Address & contact

Waidbadstrasse 151, 8037 Zürich

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Key facts

Tessin Grotto (Restaurant · Cuisine: Swiss, Vegetarian) is located at Waidbadstrasse 151, 8037 Zürich. On Google, Tessin Grotto is rated 4.4 out of 5 from 775 reviews. Opening hours: Mon–Tue closed, Wed–Sat 09:00–23:00, Sun 09:00–22:00. Focus according to the profile: Ticino specialities, Cheese fondue (all year round) and Banquets.

Address: Waidbadstrasse 151, 8037 Zürich
Google rating: 4.4 / 5 (775 reviews)
Opening hours: Mon–Tue closed, Wed–Sat 09:00–23:00, Sun 09:00–22:00
Phone: +41 44 271 47 50

5 more facts

Prices: CHF 20–35 (middle half of the menu)
Cuisine: Swiss, Vegetarian
Features: Terrace, Lunch menu
Category: Restaurant
Website: tessin-grotto.ch

Source: CityHero directory, ratings via Google · data as of August 2026.

Frequently asked questions

Where is Tessin Grotto located?

Tessin Grotto is located at Waidbadstrasse 151, 8037 Zürich. CityHero lists 795 restaurants in Zürich in total.

What does Tessin Grotto charge for Kleiner Blattsalat mit French Dressing?

According to the menu, Kleiner Blattsalat mit French Dressing costs CHF 7.80. That is CHF 2.10 below the median for comparable offers in Zürich (CHF 9.90).

What is on the menu at Tessin Grotto?

The menu of Tessin Grotto lists 42 items, for example Brasato di manzo (CHF 39.50), Fonduta di bosco (CHF 36.20) and Tartare di manzo Grotto Ticino (CHF 20.80). Sections: Suppe / Salate / Vorspeisen, Pasta / Polenta / Risotto, Fleisch and Geflügel and 2 more.

What does Tessin Grotto specialise in?

The listing of Tessin Grotto names Ticino specialities, Cheese fondue (all year round), Banquets and Gift vouchers.

Until when is Tessin Grotto open?

The latest closing time is 23:00 (Wednesday to Saturday). The earliest opening is 09:00 (Wednesday to Sunday).

How can I book a table at Tessin Grotto?

By phone on 044 271 47 50. Website: tessin-grotto.ch. You can also send Tessin Grotto a free, no-obligation request via CityHero.

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