Vivis Wok
center, Interlaken
Restaurant in Interlaken, Switzerland
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Dress
Casual
Why go
Vivis Wok is a practical central Interlaken pick for an informal meal, especially when flexibility matters more than a polished room or tasting-menu structure. Choose it for easy logistics and casual pacing; cross-shop Radius by Stefan Beer for a higher-spend regional meal or La Terrasse Brasserie for a more composed contemporary setting.
About Vivis Wok
Vivis Wok in Interlaken has a casual dress code and is open every day for two service windows, 11 AM–3 PM and 5–10 PM.
Use this listing as a practical planning note rather than a detailed dining brief. The schedule makes Vivis Wok relevant for both midday and evening planning in Interlaken, while the casual dress code suggests that formal attire is not required.
Use it for a simple Interlaken meal, not a tasting-menu plan
If your plans depend on a structured multi-course experience, confirm directly with the restaurant before booking or choose another option that better matches that brief. For another option to review, see Radius by Stefan Beer.
Vivis Wok is easy to frame around casual dress and daily hours from 11 AM–3 PM and 5–10 PM. For travelers comparing options, Brasserie 17, El Azteca, Hüsi Bierhaus, La Terrasse Brasserie, and Radius by Stefan Beer are other named venues to consider.
Good fallback if plans change in Interlaken
The clearest planning advantage is the daily schedule. Vivis Wok is listed as open Monday through Sunday from 11 AM–3 PM and again from 5–10 PM, which can help when a day in Interlaken shifts between midday and evening plans. For broader planning, compare choices in Interlaken's restaurants guide, then confirm any menu, booking, or service details directly before you go.
Planning details
- Location
- Centralstrasse 8, 3800 Interlaken, Switzerland
- Website
- vivis-wok-interlaken.ch
- Phone
- +41338212158
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Vivis Wok presents an unpretentious, street-level approach to Asian wok cooking in the heart of Interlaken. It deliberately sits apart from the town’s formal fine-dining tier, favoring quick, technique-driven dishes that reflect the high-heat, fast-execution logic of wok cuisine. The writing positions the kitchen as pragmatic and accessible rather than refined or ceremonious: this is a place built to serve travelers and locals who want straightforward flavour and speed on Centralstrasse. The atmosphere reads as relaxed and functional, a neighborhood counterpoint to nearby destination restaurants rather than an attempt to emulate them.
Best For
This spot is best for travellers and locals seeking a casual meal in central Interlaken. The restaurant fills a mid-range niche: it caters to people who want efficient, flavour-forward wok cooking without the formalities or price point of regional fine dining. It works well as a quick dinner option after a day of sightseeing or as an informal stop for groups looking for something approachable and reliably tasty on Centralstrasse. It is not pitched as a special‑occasion or tasting-menu destination.
Ordering Tips
Order with the wok’s technique in mind: look for dishes that emphasize high-heat stir‑frying and aromatic layering rather than slow, sauce-heavy preparations. The menu’s signature, Viagra Beef Strips, is explicitly highlighted and is a natural starting point if you want to sample the kitchen’s approach to wok cooking. Expect brisk execution and direct flavours; ask staff about preparation if you prefer milder or spicier profiles. Because the restaurant positions itself around speed and technique, prioritize items that showcase quick searing and tosses in the wok.
Venue details
Ambiance
Simple sparse decor creating a cozy atmosphere.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Quick Bite
- Capacity
- Small
Signature Dishes
Viagra Beef Strips
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- Centralstrasse 8, 3800 Interlaken, Switzerland
Planning details
Location
Also consider
If Vivis Wok is not the right fit
Book La Terrasse Brasserie if the group wants a contemporary €€ brasserie rather than a casual wok-style meal. Book Radius by Stefan Beer if the occasion calls for a higher-spend regional-cuisine dinner.
For more planning, use Asllanis Corner, Brasserie 17, El Azteca, Hüsi Bierhaus, La Terrasse Brasserie, Interlaken restaurants, Interlaken hotels, Interlaken bars, Interlaken wineries, and Interlaken experiences. Wider Swiss and related references include 01 in Zürich, 16 ART-BAR-RESTAURANT in Saanen, 1777 in Basel, 1818 in Zermatt, 1910 Gourmet by Hausers in Grindelwald, 3Men's Kebab in Ruti, Jōdo Saké Bar in Los Angeles, and Onigiri Time in Pasadena.
Restaurant context
How Vivis Wok compares in Interlaken
Vivis Wok is the low-pressure choice in this set: central, casual, and easier to fit around a travel day. Radius by Stefan Beer is the splurge pick, with a regional-cuisine focus and €€€€ positioning, so choose Radius when the meal is the plan rather than a stop between plans.
La Terrasse Brasserie is the better match for diners who want a more composed contemporary brasserie experience at €€ pricing. Brasserie 17 also makes more sense for a classic brasserie mood, while Vivis Wok is more useful when timing, centrality, and a casual setting matter most.
For a livelier night, Hüsi Bierhaus is the stronger social call. El Azteca is the better cross-shop if the group wants a different casual cuisine lane. Vivis Wok wins on ease, not ceremony.
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Compare Vivis Wok
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vivis Wok | Interlaken | , | , | No published awards |
| El Azteca | Interlaken | , | , | No published awards |
| Brasserie 17 | Interlaken | , | , | No published awards |
| La Terrasse Brasserie | Interlaken | Contemporary | €€ | Star Wine Lists 20262025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate |
| Hüsi Bierhaus | Interlaken | , | , | No published awards |
| Radius by Stefan Beer | Interlaken | Regional Cuisine | €€€€ | 2026 Falstaff Restaurant Guide2025 Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence2025 Michelin 1 Star2024 Michelin 1 Star |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I order at Vivis Wok?
What should a first-timer know about Vivis Wok?
Vivis Wok is in Interlaken, has a casual dress code, and is listed with daily hours from 11 AM to 3 PM and 5 PM to 10 PM.
Is Vivis Wok good for a special occasion?
With a casual dress code, Vivis Wok is best framed as an informal option unless you confirm otherwise with the restaurant. If you want to compare other venues, Brasserie 17, La Terrasse Brasserie, and Radius by Stefan Beer are possible alternatives to review.
What are alternatives to Vivis Wok in Interlaken?
Other venues to compare include Brasserie 17, El Azteca, Hüsi Bierhaus, La Terrasse Brasserie, and Radius by Stefan Beer. Check each current listing directly for menu, price, hours, and booking details.
