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Restaurant zum Löwen Messen

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About Restaurant zum Löwen Messen

Restaurant zum Löwen in Messen is a culinary institution in the region, offering long-standing tradition and a passion for gastronomy. Since its founding in 1822, the establishment has delighted its guests with cuisine that is contemporary yet down-to-earth. Under the direction of proprietor Jonas Ingold and his team, the restaurant combines the best of seasonal and regional ingredients. The understated design and the cozy atmosphere invite guests both to linger and to celebrate special occasions.

At the Löwen Messen, two distinct culinary worlds are on offer. The Löwen Brasserie offers a varied lunch menu as well as a la carte dishes, ideal for a business lunch or an inviting way to unwind after an eventful day. In the evening, at the Löwen Gourmet, you can experience an exclusive eight-course menu that changes quarterly, a fine-dining experience prepared for only a small group of up to ten guests. This culinary journey, personally curated by Jonas Ingold, leaves nothing to be desired and offers numerous discoveries.

Restaurant zum Löwen is also excellently equipped for events, whether weddings or corporate celebrations, with the planning and execution professionally supported by the experienced team. Located at Hauptstrasse 42 in Messen, it is easy to reach, and the surroundings also offer a wonderful view of the striking church tower of Messen. The location is also a popular destination for day-trippers from the surrounding towns of Bern, Biel, Solothurn, and Burgdorf.

The family atmosphere, together with the high quality of the food, ensures a unique experience in which people come first. The restaurant was awarded 16 points by Gault&Millau in 2026, underscoring the outstanding quality of the cuisine and service on offer.

In this way, guests experience not only outstanding food but also the warm hospitality of the Löwen team, which carries this long tradition forward into the future.

Services

Loewen Brasserie: seasonal and regional cuisine, lunch menu, à la carte
Loewen Gourmet: exclusive 8-course fine dining menu
Drinks selection
Events & functions
Vouchers

At a glance

Family tradition since 1822/1867, seven generations of the Graber family, and since 2024 Ingold Gastro AG
Awarded 16 Gault&Millau points
Southernmost rated restaurant in the canton of Solothurn
Loewen Gourmet welcomes a maximum of 10 guests on 3–4 evenings per week
Opening hours Tue 18–23:30, Wed–Fri 11–14:30/18–23:30, Sat 11–23:30, Sun+Mon closed

Menu

Vorspeisen

  • Bunter Blattsalat
    CHF 15
  • Halb getrocknete Jegenstorfer Dattelromaten
    CHF 19
  • Crevetten Cocktail
    CHF 21
  • Wagyu Tatar (klein)
    CHF 29
  • Wagyu Tatar (gross)
    CHF 51
  • Otoro Tuna Sashimi
    CHF 36
  • Buntes Antipasti Gemüse
    CHF 19
  • Glasierter Duroc Schweinebauch
    CHF 24

Hauptgerichte

  • Zitronen-Ricotta Ravioli
    CHF 35
  • Frisch gebackene Felchenknusperli (klein)
    CHF 26
  • Frisch gebackene Felchenknusperli (gross)
    CHF 41
  • Wiener Schnitzel
    CHF 54

Hauptgerichte - Vom BST Kamado Grill

  • 350g Kalbskotelette
    CHF 67
  • 200g Rindsfilet
    CHF 62
  • 180g Ribelmais Poularden Brust
    CHF 37
  • 200g Lammnierstück
    CHF 53
  • 200g Schweins Secreto
    CHF 35
  • 180g Kohlrabi Steak
    CHF 29

Gourmet Menü

  • Gourmet Menü (7-Gang)
    CHF 230
  • Weinbegleitung zum Gourmet Menü
    CHF 150
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Prices may vary — the venue’s current menu prevails. All information without guarantee.

Opening hours

Opening hours
MondayClosed
Tuesday18:00 – 23:30
Wednesday11:00 – 14:30, 18:00 – 23:30
Thursday11:00 – 14:30, 18:00 – 23:30
Friday11:00 – 14:30, 18:00 – 23:30
Saturday11:00 – 23:30
SundayClosed

Address & contact

Hauptstrasse 42, 3254 Messen

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Key facts

Restaurant zum Löwen Messen (Restaurant · Cuisine: Vegetarian) is located at Hauptstrasse 42, 3254 Messen. On Google, Restaurant zum Löwen Messen is rated 4.8 out of 5 from 412 reviews. Opening hours: Mon closed, Tue 18:00–23:30, Wed–Fri 11:00–14:30 and 18:00–23:30, Sat 11:00–23:30, Sun closed. Focus according to the profile: Loewen Gourmet: exclusive 8-course fine dining menu, Drinks selection and Events & functions.

Address
Hauptstrasse 42, 3254 Messen
Google rating
4.8 / 5 (412 reviews)
Opening hours
Mon closed, Tue 18:00–23:30, Wed–Fri 11:00–14:30 and 18:00–23:30, Sat 11:00–23:30, Sun closed
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Prices
CHF 26–53 (middle half of the menu)
Cuisine
Vegetarian
Features
Vegan, Terrace, Lunch menu
Category
Restaurant
Website
loewen-messen.ch

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

Frequently asked questions

What is the address of Restaurant zum Löwen Messen?

The address is Hauptstrasse 42, 3254 Messen.

What do Google reviews say about Restaurant zum Löwen Messen?

Google users give Restaurant zum Löwen Messen an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars (412 reviews).

How much is Bunter Blattsalat at Restaurant zum Löwen Messen?

Bunter Blattsalat costs CHF 15 at Restaurant zum Löwen Messen. That is CHF 5.50 above the median for comparable offers in Switzerland (CHF 9.50).

What can I get at Restaurant zum Löwen Messen?

20 items are listed, including Wagyu Tatar (CHF 51), Frisch gebackene Felchenknusperli (CHF 41) and 200g Schweins Secreto (CHF 35). Sections: Vorspeisen, Hauptgerichte, Hauptgerichte - Vom BST Kamado Grill and Gourmet Menü.

What is the price range at Restaurant zum Löwen Messen?

Prices range from CHF 15 (Bunter Blattsalat) to CHF 230 (Gourmet Menü) across 20 priced items.

How can I book a table at Restaurant zum Löwen Messen?

By phone on 031 765 50 25. Website: loewen-messen.ch. You can also send Restaurant zum Löwen Messen a free, no-obligation request via CityHero.

Hero Score

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67Hero Score
Rating38/45
Review count16/20
Profile quality13/15

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