Il Melograno
Hausen bei Brugg, Hausen
Restaurant in Hausen, Switzerland
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Price
$20–30per person
Dress
Casual
Why go
Il Melograno is a practical Hausen choice when dinner convenience matters more than a documented tasting-menu or award-driven experience. Go for a simple evening meal, not a high-stakes special occasion unless key details are confirmed ahead. Cross-shop Pfändler's Gasthof zum Bären for traditional cuisine, Steakhouse Schmitte for meat, and Big Burger Dättwil for something more casual.
About Il Melograno
Il Melograno is a venue in Hausen with opening hours and a casual dress code. It is best approached as a practical local option to fit around your schedule rather than as a destination defined by a published tasting-menu structure or formal recognition.
The safest planning detail is the timetable: Il Melograno is closed on Monday and Sunday, opens for dinner Tuesday through Saturday, and also lists lunch hours from Wednesday to Friday. If the visit is part of a broader stop in Hausen, use the hours as the main planning anchor and check the venue's own channels before committing to any additional details.
Choose dinner here when the schedule fits
Evening service is listed Tuesday through Saturday, with later closing times on Friday and Saturday. Lunch is listed only from Wednesday to Friday, so it can work for a midweek plan but should not be assumed outside those days. The dress code is casual.
If the goal is simply to find a Hausen venue whose hours match your plans, Il Melograno is easiest to evaluate by its schedule.
First-timers should keep the plan simple
Choose a time that matches the opening hours, especially if you are considering lunch, which is limited to Wednesday through Friday.
For cross-shopping, Pfändler's Gasthof zum Bären, Steakhouse Schmitte, Big Burger Dättwil, PAPA ORO's Brugg, and Romantik Hotel zu den drei Sternen are other options to compare depending on where you are willing to travel and what kind of outing you want. Il Melograno is most direct when Hausen and the hours are the deciding factors.
Planning details
- Location
- Hauptstrasse 46, 5212 Hausen, Switzerland
- Reservations
- Book on the venue's website
- Website
- ilmelograno.ch
- Phone
- +41565364085
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Il Melograno reads as a village Italian that leans on tradition rather than theatre. It sits on Hauptstrasse in a compact Aargau community and operates as a neighbourhood restaurant for regulars, with a kitchen that builds credibility through repetition and consistent sourcing. The tone is measured rather than flashy: Italian cooking translated for a German-speaking Swiss hinterland, not a scenographic showpiece. That restrained, serviceable approach gives the place a classic, charming temperament: familiar to locals and steady in its offerings, a relaxed alternative to the region's destination dining circuit.
Best For
This is a workday, community-oriented spot that suits local lunches and dinners more than out-of-town pilgrimages. Family meals, casual hangouts and weekday dining with colleagues or neighbours suit the venue. Il Melograno is a dependable local Italian where consistency and sourcing matter. Visitors should expect a straightforward neighbourhood experience that fits into the daily rhythms of Hausen rather than a once-in-a-lifetime dining event.
Venue details
Ambiance
Lively and welcoming atmosphere where everyone feels at home, with friendly service and a cozy, family-run vibe.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Lively
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Medium
- Kitchen
- Traditional
- Menu Format
- A la carte
- Dietary
- Vegetarian friendly, Gluten-free options
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- Hauptstrasse 46, 5212 Hausen, Switzerland
Planning details
Location
Hauptstrasse 46, 5212 Hausen, Switzerland · Directions
Also consider
Also Consider
- PAPA ORO's Brugg, Notable alternative
- Pfändler's Gasthof zum Bären, Traditional Cuisine, €€
- Steakhouse Schmitte, Notable alternative
- Romantik Hotel zu den drei Sternen, Notable alternative
- Big Burger Dättwil, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
How Il Melograno compares in and around Hausen
Il Melograno is the low-friction choice if staying close to Hausen matters and the plan is a simple seated meal. Pfändler's Gasthof zum Bären gives clearer value signaling because it is listed as Traditional Cuisine at €€, making it easier to judge before committing. Choose Pfändler's when budget clarity and a traditional Swiss-style meal matter more than location convenience.
Steakhouse Schmitte is the cleaner fit for diners who already know they want a meat-led night. Big Burger Dättwil is better for a casual meal with less occasion pressure. Against both, Il Melograno is the more general-purpose dinner pick, but it has less confirmed positioning to help a first-timer read the experience in advance.
For a more occasion-oriented setting, compare with Romantik Hotel zu den drei Sternen. PAPA ORO's Brugg is another nearby cross-shop when the search can extend beyond Hausen. The practical verdict: Il Melograno is easiest to justify for convenience; Pfändler's is easier to judge on value; Steakhouse Schmitte and Big Burger Dättwil are better when the craving is specific.
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Compare Il Melograno
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Il Melograno | Hausen | , | , | No published awards |
| PAPA ORO's Brugg | Brugg | , | , | No published awards |
| Pfändler's Gasthof zum Bären | Birmenstorf | Traditional Cuisine | €€ | 2025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate |
| Steakhouse Schmitte | Birmenstorf | , | , | No published awards |
| Romantik Hotel zu den drei Sternen | Brunegg | , | , | No published awards |
| Big Burger Dättwil | Dattwil | , | , | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is lunch or dinner better at Il Melograno?
Dinner is available on more days: Tuesday through Saturday. Lunch is listed Wednesday to Friday from 11 AM to 2:30 PM, so it only works for a midweek plan. Monday and Sunday are closed.
What should a first-timer know about Il Melograno?
Use the hours as the main planning detail: Monday and Sunday are closed, dinner runs Tuesday through Saturday, and lunch is listed Wednesday through Friday. The dress code is casual.
Is Il Melograno good for a special occasion?
It can fit if the occasion is simply a casual meal in Hausen during the listed opening hours. There is no information here about tasting menus, private rooms, prices, awards, or formal service, so confirm directly if those details matter. Romantik Hotel zu den drei Sternen is another option to compare.
What are alternatives to compare with Il Melograno?
For comparison, consider Pfändler's Gasthof zum Bären, Steakhouse Schmitte, Big Burger Dättwil, PAPA ORO's Brugg, and Romantik Hotel zu den drei Sternen, depending on how far you want to travel and what kind of meal you are planning.