There are many take-aways in Zurich. It’s easy to lose track of things. And that’s where we come in, because we show you the 10 best takeaways in the city on the Limmat.
Lunch break. Hunger. Now it has to be quick, healthy, at least for the figure-conscious among us, and of course it has to taste delicious. But when you think of take-aways, the first thing that comes to mind is flabby chips in a soggy cardboard box or sandwiches with lots of butter. But times have changed. Sustainability and freshness are also at the top of the list for takeaways – today it’s Food-To-Go Deluxe. Once again, we have worked hard and are proud to present the hottest spots with the tastiest dishes, the fastest staff and the freshest products for a quick snack on the go.
Good To go
Here you’ll find home-made delicacies that are consistently processed without flavor enhancers and additives for all those who don’t want to miss out on a balanced diet despite stress. Crispy sandwiches made from 100% organic bread with a variety of toppings, including pastrami, so there’s something for everyone. Fresh salads in various sizes and delicious sweets, such as the excellent cheesecake, which is said to be the best in town. At Good To Go, the vegans among us don’t miss out either: from bread rolls to muffins, everything is free from any animal products.
Good To Go
Spitalgasse 12
8001 Zurich
044 252 33 44
www.goodtogo.ch
Freshii (to our regret, Freshii has unfortunately closed its doors since Oct. 2015)
Do something good for your body! Freshii is based on a clever concept with fresh and healthy food to go, without having to dig deep into your wallet. The choice is huge. From breakfast to a wrap to a colorful bowl or a crisp salad, there is everything every health freak’s heart desires. There’s also the option of putting together your very own, individual dish from countless ingredients. Many food options are suitable for vegetarians and vegans. For those who don’t want to do without meat after all, Freshii, which really leaves nothing to be desired, also offers it.
Freshii
Militärstrasse 14
8004 Zurich
043 538 51 28
Roots & Friends
Vegan is in. The founders of Roots & Friends understood this pretty quickly. The new take-away just behind the Globus not only boasts an excellent location, but also a generous range of vegan dishes that are full of flavor. You can even get a vegan breakfast to go at Roots & Friends. In addition to the açai bowl, which we want to tuck into straight away, the menu includes delicious amaranth porridge, crispy sandwiches, fresh bowls and much more to tantalize our taste buds.
Roots
Lintheschergasse 15
8001 Zurich
www.rootsandfriends.com
Palestine Grill
The Palestine Grill is the “in” snack bar in Zurich. Every child in the city is sure to have come across the colorful stand on Langstrasse at least once. And anyone who has always walked past it because they didn’t want to get involved in the hipster hustle and bustle should change that now at the latest. The Palestine Grill offers a change from the usual Swiss street food. The Middle Eastern delicacies such as falafel, homemade hummus or sabich taste so good that anyone who has tried them once will definitely find their way back to the Palestine Grill.
Palestine Grill
Langstrasse 92
8004 Zurich
www.palestinegrill.com
Pasta Station
Pasta in every conceivable variety and at an unbeatable price: that’s what the Pasta Station, which is inconspicuously hidden right next to the Stauffacher, offers. But don’t let the small location fool you. The pasta is freshly prepared in front of the customers, with a sauce and ingredients of their choice, and all of this is done by an extremely friendly chef. At the speed of light, of course!
Pasta Station
Badenerstrasse 22
Zurich 8004
www.facebook.com/PastaStation.ch
Nursery
Crisper, juicier and tastier. This is roughly how the nursery can be described in three words. At each of the three locations in Zurich, there are fine soups, salads made to order, homemade sandwiches, warm dinner bowls and many other healthy delicacies, which are prepared every day by the team with a lot of heart and attention to detail. The nursery is the right place for health and diet-conscious people: There are also lactose-free and gluten-free options, and granulated sugar is not used at all.
Nursery
Seefeldstrasse 25
8008 Zurich
044 221 45 45
Stockerstrasse 55
8002 Zurich
044 280 47 47
Sihlstrasse 21
8001 Zurich
044 201 36 36
www.gartnerei.ch
Yooji’s
Sushi is always good anywhere, and thanks to Yooji’s we can get it really quickly, but just as fresh at lunchtime. The healthy fast food from Japan tastes good to pretty much everyone and is super convenient to take away because of its size alone. In addition to sushi creations, Yooji’s also serves delicious soups, salads, desserts and veggie dishes. The restaurant chain attaches great importance to high-quality products, guaranteed freshness and sustainability – 85 percent of the fish used is sourced from FOS-certified fisheries. Knowing this makes the sushi on the go taste even better.
Yooji’s Seefeld
Seefeldstrasse 115
8008 Zurich
Yooji’s Bellevue
St. Urbangasse 8
8001 Zurich
Yooji’s Josefstrasse
Josefstrasse 112
8005 Zurich
Yooji’s Bahnhofstrasse
Bahnhofstrasse 102
8001 Zurich
Yooji’s main station
Basement
Hall Löwenstrasse
8001 Zurich
www.yoojis.com
Lee’s Take Away
An Asian food palace in the middle of the Niederdorf. You have to search a bit to find Lee’s Take Away, but it’s worth it. There is a huge selection of Asian dishes, served in generous portions that are sure to satisfy even the hungriest of tummies. The food is freshly prepared and packaged in front of the customer’s eyes and then eaten with relish – straight from the wok into the mouth, so to speak. Incidentally, the beef shambala is an insider tip. Be sure to try it!
Lee’s Take Away
Preyergasse 8
Zurich 8001
044 2619878
www.facebook.com/Lees-Take-Away
Naanu
Naanu, probably the most authentic take-away in the city, serves Nepalese food prepared by a Nepalese. Incidentally, it is the only restaurant in Zurich from this part of the world. Dishes such as momos, biryani beef, paneer makhani and much more are served on the table or in the bag. The ingredients are fresh and the dishes are all prepared in-house. And for all those who are not yet convinced of the naanu: on request, a fresh, incredibly tasty naan bread is available as a side dish.
Naanu
Pfingstweidstrasse 104
8005 Zurich
044 271 10 12
www.naanu.ch
Ploy Thai
It’s not easy to find a really good Thai take-away with so much choice. We have a tip: the Ploy Thai. They serve delicious Thai cuisine to take away. The menu includes dishes such as panaeng curry, coconut milk soup and fried rice with chicken. The excellent dishes are served in menu trays that are microwave- and freezer-safe, so that you can keep the leftovers of the sumptuous portions as a treat for later. Let yourself be enchanted by Ploy Thai’s culinary offerings.
Ploy Thai
Uetlibergstrasse 38
8045 Zurich
043 333 19 68
www.ploy-thai-restaurant.ch