The best cafés.
From specialty coffee studios to art-nouveau coffee houses: the city’s best cafés with hours and ratings.
Key facts
CityHero lists 111 cafés in 4 cities, most in Zürich (84). Average 4.5 out of 5 Google stars.
- Listings
- 111
- Cities
- 4
- Avg. Google rating
- 4.5 / 5
- Largest choice
- Zürich (84)
4 more facts
- Top-rated city
- St. Gallen (Ø 4.6)
- No. 1 Hero Score
- Mano Espresso Bar, St. Gallen
- Rated ≥ 4.5
- 55 %
- Open on Sundays
- 72
Source: CityHero directory, ratings from Google. As of October 2026.
Cafés in Switzerland: overview
CityHero lists 111 cafés in 4 Swiss towns and cities (as of October 2026). Most are in Zürich (84), St. Gallen (25) and Bern (1). 2 places have their own ranking.
The 111 rated listings average 4.5 out of 5 Google stars; 55% score 4.5 or higher. St. Gallen has the highest average: 4.6 (25 listings). Nationwide, Mano Espresso Bar in St. Gallen leads the Hero Score.
108 cafés list their opening hours, 72 of them are also open on Sundays.
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Frequently asked questions
How many cafés are on CityHero?
Most in Zürich (84), St. Gallen (25) and Bern (1) — 111 listings in 4 towns and cities in total, as of October 2026.
Where are cafés rated best?
In St. Gallen: avg. 4.6 out of 5 Google stars across 25 listings; Swiss average 4.5. Only places with at least 10 listings are compared.
Who tops the Swiss cafés ranking?
Currently Mano Espresso Bar in St. Gallen (5.0 stars, 125 reviews). Every city also has its own ranking.
How do I find cafés near me?
Use “Use my location” on this page: CityHero shows the nearest places with their own cafés ranking, such as Zürich and St. Gallen. Your location stays in the browser.
Which cafés are open on Sundays?
72 of 108 with known opening hours (67%).
How much is a cappuccino in Zurich?
A cappuccino in Zurich costs CHF 5.50–7.00 in most places, up to CHF 8.00 in specialty bars. Filter coffee (V60/Chemex) runs CHF 6–9.
Where do I find a laptop-friendly café near me?
Use the “laptop-friendly” filter on CityHero — it shows cafés with wifi and workspace. Combine with “open now” so you don’t arrive at a closed door.
Which cafés serve brunch?
The brunch filter shows all cafés offering brunch. On weekends, arrive early or send a request ahead — Zurich brunch classics fill up from 11 am.