From traditional raclette to a sun terrace on the mountain – the best restaurants in Grächen, recommended by your hosts.
A perfect vacation day in the mountains often ends with a wonderful meal. Grächen offers a surprising variety of culinary experiences that we don’t want to withhold from you. Whether you fancy a traditional Valais specialty, are looking for a crispy pizza or want to enjoy the view from a mountain terrace – you’ll find what you’re looking for in our village.
As your hosts at Chalet Soldanella, we have compiled our personal and tested overview of restaurants in Grächen for you here. We recommend booking a table in advance, especially in the high season. En Guete!
Restaurant Piazza
Are you looking for a place that is always there for you? The Piazza restaurant is open 365 days a year and has established itself as a reliable meeting place for locals and guests alike. The hosts Doris Amstutz and Geri Steiner inspire with a varied Italian and Mediterranean cuisine that appeals to young and old.
Famous for its pizzas, the Piazza also impresses with other delicacies that are perfectly accompanied by a selection of excellent wines. The friendly staff and cozy atmosphere round off the experience. For those who prefer to eat at home, the entire range is available to take away.
Opening hours and location (Google)
Restaurant Walliserkanne
The Walliserkanne is an institution in Grächen, where tradition meets contemporary indulgence. Since the renovation in 2014, hosts Sara and Hannes Schalbetter have put their heart and soul into running the historic establishment, creating an ambience that is as cozy as it is stylish. Their passion for good food and excellent wines can be felt in every detail.
The cuisine is characterized by fresh, creative preparations and offers something for every taste: from finely prepared meat dishes to vegetarian delicacies and classic Valais dishes. A particular highlight are the game specialties, which the host, a passionate hunter, prepares himself. If you appreciate culinary surprises, the Walliserkanne is just the place for you.
Opening hours and location (Google)
Restaurant Weisshorn
Don’t let the name fool you: The Weisshorn restaurant may call itself a steakhouse and pizzeria, but behind it lies a real culinary gem. The name is a loving homage to the history of the establishment, when father Markus Brigger opened Grächen’s first pizzeria here in 1979.
Since 2019, son Sven Brigger has taken over the reins in the kitchen and elevated the restaurant to new heights. With experience from top restaurants, he celebrates modern, creative Alpine cuisine at the highest level. Under the motto “Earth, Forest and Alps”, he creates dishes based on regionality, freshness and perfect craftsmanship. And for all those who want to stay true to tradition: The excellent pizza is of course still available.
Opening hours and location (Google)
Restaurant Zum See
At the Restaurant zum See, you can expect a well thought-out, modern concept that is implemented with great passion by the hosts Francesco and Salome. The focus is on conscious and creative cuisine based on Alpine ingredients from small, regional producers. This focus on sustainability and natural production can be felt in every dish.
The special concept invites you to sample the colorful and lovingly prepared menu together. Enjoy this unique culinary experience on the large lakeside terrace, which is one of the most beautiful locations in Grächen with its unobstructed panoramic view of the mountains.
The walk from the village center to the restaurant takes about 20 minutes.
Opening hours and location (Google)
Restaurant Bärgji-Alp
The Bärgji-Alp restaurant is more than just a mountain inn – it is a dream come true. Even as a young boy, Tobias Williner knew that he would follow in his family’s footsteps and take over the traditional establishment. Today, he and his wife Nicole are the fourth generation to carry on this dream with impressive passion.
The location alone is spectacular, with an overwhelming view of the Matterhorn and Bietschhorn. But Tobias and Nicole’s cuisine makes the visit unforgettable. They celebrate modern Alpine cuisine that is firmly rooted in Valais tradition. Regional and seasonal products are served, creatively transformed into traditional meat dishes as well as innovative vegetarian and vegan creations. A real experience for the palate and the eyes.
The walk from the apartment to the restaurant takes about 40 minutes.
Opening hours and location (Google)
Restaurant Walliserhof “Kuhstall”
The “Kuhstall” restaurant lives up to its name and offers a unique, rustic-elegant ambience that emphasizes cosiness. Here you can experience traditional Swiss cuisine at its best – authentically prepared and full of flavor.
The regular live music evenings are particularly atmospheric. Whether in the cozy dining room in winter or on the large terrace in the evening sun in summer – these evenings are a real highlight. The Kuhstall is the perfect place not only to see Switzerland, but to enjoy it with all your senses.
Opening hours and location (Google)
Restaurant Träffpunkt
The “Träffpunkt” in the car-free village center is more than just a restaurant – it is a place with soul. The focus is on honest, home-cooked cuisine. Regional products are refined here with creative, exotic influences, resulting in special taste experiences.
Behind this concept is the host Bruno Anthamatten, who is deeply rooted in the village and tangibly passes on his passion to his guests. This authenticity is also reflected in the ambience: the light-flooded room and the cozy winter garden with a view of the mountains create a warm and inviting atmosphere. Ideal for anyone who wants to enjoy refined cuisine without stiff etiquette.
Opening hours and location (Google)
Restaurant Walliserstube
If you are looking for authentic Valais, you will find it at the “Walliserstube”. It is one of the few restaurants in Grächen that not only preserves traditional Valais culture, but also lives it with tangible passion. After careful renovation in 2017, the ambience combines historical charm with modern comfort in a wonderful way.
The Stube is run by Claudia Fux and her dedicated team, who put their heart and soul into every detail. In this unique atmosphere, classic Valais specialties are served that simply taste good. A visit here is more than just dinner – it is an unforgettable immersion in the soul of Valais.
Opening hours and location (Google)
Mountain Lodge
In the heart of Grächen, the Mountain Lodge restaurant invites you to enjoy an authentic Swiss dining experience. Here you can meet in an informal atmosphere where both locals and guests immediately feel at home. The ambience is characterized by alpine wood and the scent of mountain herbs – a place that exudes a pure vacation atmosphere.
The menu features lovingly prepared delicacies from Valais cuisine. Enjoy colorful salads, a classic Valais plate or let yourself be tempted by the wide variety of cold and warm cheese specialties. Add a glass of exquisite Valais wine and the evening is perfect. A visit to the Mountain Lodge is a treat for the palate and the soul.
Opening hours and location (Google)
Paletti
Paletti redefines the concept of bar food. Hosts Nadine and Stefan have hit the bull’s eye with their creations, which they themselves call “upscale fast food”. However, this description is pure understatement once you have experienced the quality of the homemade burgers or the legendary spare ribs.
Of course, excellent food goes hand in hand with a first-class bar. The modern and inviting ambience of the Paletti is the perfect setting for the large selection of creative cocktails and beers. No wonder it is one of the most popular places in Grächen.
Après-ski hotspot in winter: Right at the valley station, the modern Paletti umbrella bar invites you to linger. Thanks to the flexible roof, you can enjoy cool drinks with the best view of the slopes whatever the weather.
Opening hours and location (Google)
Thomas Platter Stube
At the Thomas Platter Stube, you will experience hospitality that comes from the heart. Instead of an overloaded menu, the focus here is on the essentials: honest and hearty dishes that taste just like at home. It is a place where locals and guests meet, which speaks for the authentic quality of the establishment.
You can look forward to a small menu with dishes such as warming soups, classic Älplermagronen or a traditional “Z’Vieri” platter with dried meat and sliced cheese.
Opening hours and location (Google)
Hohtschuggen excursion restaurant
The Hohtschuggen restaurant is a real summer highlight and a worthwhile destination for an unforgettable hike. Once you arrive, you will be rewarded with a breathtaking panorama of the Valais mountains, which alone is worth the climb.
The experience is crowned by a culinary specialty that could not be more authentic: a traditional raclette prepared for you directly over an open wood fire. The smell of the fire and the taste of the melted cheese and meat in the middle of this setting are simply unforgettable.
Please note: This unique excursion destination is only open in the summer months from mid-June to mid-September.
Opening hours and location (Google)
Restaurants in hotels
In the following hotels you can visit the restaurant especially in the evening:
Desiree: Website
Gädi: Website
Grächenhof: Website
Hannigalp: Website
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