Restaurant Raurica
Kaiseraugst
Restaurant in Kaiseraugst, Switzerland
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Price
$100–150per person
Why go
Book Restaurant Raurica when convenience in Kaiseraugst matters more than a destination dining format. It is a better fit for a simple dine-in meal than for takeout planning, special-occasion ceremony, or diners who need published awards and a clearly defined cuisine before committing.
About Restaurant Raurica
Restaurant Raurica is a Kaiseraugst restaurant with a smart-casual dress code and a schedule that covers weekday lunch, weekday dinner, and Saturday dinner. It is closed on Monday and Sunday, with lunch listed Tuesday to Friday from 11:30 AM to 2:30 PM and dinner listed Tuesday to Saturday from 6 PM to 12 AM.
The strongest reason to consider it is how well its hours fit your timing in Kaiseraugst.
Choose it for a Kaiseraugst meal, not an assumed off-premise plan
Restaurant Raurica is best considered when its opening hours match your plans.
The smart-casual dress code makes it suitable for diners who want a restaurant in Kaiseraugst without needing to infer a more formal or highly defined format.
Where it fits in a Kaiseraugst dining plan
Restaurant Raurica fits a Kaiseraugst dining plan when the timing works: Tuesday to Friday lunch or dinner, or Saturday dinner. If you need a particular cuisine, signature order, accolade, or luxury format, check directly before booking; the safest expectation is a local restaurant choice anchored by its published hours and smart-casual dress code.
For a wider scan before deciding, use our full Kaiseraugst restaurants guide. If the meal is part of a broader stay, our full Kaiseraugst hotels guide, our full Kaiseraugst bars guide, our full Kaiseraugst wineries guide, and our full Kaiseraugst experiences guide help decide whether dinner should stay local or become the main outing.
Planning details
- Location
- Dorfstrasse 32, 4303 Kaiseraugst, Switzerland
- Website
- restaurant-raurica.ch
- Phone
- +41618112631
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Restaurant Raurica sits at the edge of a very specific landscape, the Rhine Valley adjacent to the archaeological site of Augusta Raurica, and its character reflects that layered setting. The dining room reads like a village steakhouse that nonetheless pays attention to provenance: meat-forward cooking anchored by the agricultural mix of the Rhine lowlands and the cross-border influences of Alsace and the Rhineland. The result is a quietly historic and scenic place where traditional, land-driven flavours meet a measured, elegant approach to service and plating. It feels rooted in place rather than in metropolitan trend cycles.
Best For
Raurica is best encountered at dinner, when its charcoal-grilled cuts and hearty plates make the most sense. The menu’s focus on Chateaubriand, fillets and chops suits business dinners, date nights and milestone celebrations that call for a composed, meat-forward meal. Its village location and quietly elevated manner also make it a comfortable pick for small special occasions where quality sourcing and classic presentation matter. Diners looking for a distinctly Swiss lowland and Rhine-valley expression of a steakhouse will find the restaurant particularly fitting for evening occasions.
Ordering Tips
Center your order on the grill specials, the Charcoal Grilled Chateaubriand and the Raurica Skewer are the signature bets, and consider sharing larger cuts for a communal main. Expect sides and vegetables sourced from the Rhine valley and neighbouring Alsace; ask how the kitchen is pairing meats with regional wines, since the kitchen highlights Alsatian and Rhineland crossings. If you want a sample of the local terroir, look for charcuterie or starter plates that showcase cross-border product traditions. Keep the meal dinner-focused to match the menu’s strengths.
Venue details
Ambiance
A classic, cozy Swiss dining room described by the restaurant as a “Stube,” centered on grilled meat and wine.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Sourcing
Accessibility
At the Table
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Kitchen
- Traditional
- Menu Format
- A la carte
- Drinks Focus
- Wine
- Dietary
- Vegetarian friendly, Gluten-free options
Signature Dishes
- Rauricaspiess
- Huftspiess
- Entrecôte
- Tournedos
- Chateaubriand
- Lammfilet
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- Dorfstrasse 32, 4303 Kaiseraugst, Switzerland
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Also Consider
- Rührberger Hof, Classic Cuisine, €€
- Eckert | Fine Dining, Creative, €€€€
- RESTAURANT SCHÜTZEN, Notable alternative
- Canottoria Bistro & Catering, Notable alternative
- Inzlinger Wasserschloss, Classic Cuisine, €€€
Restaurant context
How it compares
Restaurant Raurica is the easier Kaiseraugst-area choice when the brief is local, low-friction dining. Eckert | Fine Dining sits in a different lane: creative cooking, a higher price tier, and a stronger fit for diners planning the meal as the main event. If the occasion needs ceremony, choose Eckert; if the priority is staying close and keeping the evening simple, Raurica is the more practical call.
Rührberger Hof and Inzlinger Wasserschloss are better cross-shops for classic-cuisine expectations. Rührberger Hof is the value-leaning comparison at €€, while Inzlinger Wasserschloss moves up to €€€ and makes more sense for diners who want a more traditional occasion feel. Raurica's advantage is ease within Kaiseraugst, not a clearly signposted culinary category.
RESTAURANT SCHÜTZEN and Canottoria Bistro & Catering are useful backups if availability or logistics push the decision away from Raurica. Without a clear price or cuisine signal, compare them on location and practical fit first, then choose the room that makes the night easiest.
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Compare Restaurant Raurica
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Restaurant Raurica | Kaiseraugst | , | , | No published awards |
| Rührberger Hof | Grenzach-Wyhlen | Classic Cuisine | €€ | Michelin Guide Germany 20262025 Michelin Bib Gourmand2024 Michelin Bib Gourmand |
| Eckert | Fine Dining | Grenzach-Wyhlen | Creative | €€€€ | Michelin Guide Germany 20262025 Michelin 1 Star2024 Michelin 1 Star |
| RESTAURANT SCHÜTZEN | Rheinfelden | , | , | No published awards |
| Canottoria Bistro & Catering | Rheinfelden | , | , | No published awards |
| Inzlinger Wasserschloss | Inzlingen | Classic Cuisine | €€€ | Michelin Guide Germany 20262026 Michelin Plate2025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Restaurant Raurica good for solo dining?
It can be, if the opening hours fit your plans. Restaurant Raurica is open for lunch Tuesday to Friday from 11:30 AM to 2:30 PM and for dinner Tuesday to Saturday from 6 PM to 12 AM. It is closed on Monday and Sunday.
Is Restaurant Raurica good for a special occasion?
It may work if a smart-casual restaurant in Kaiseraugst is what you want. If the occasion depends on a specific menu, price level, or formal dining format, confirm those details directly before booking or compare options such as Eckert | Fine Dining or Inzlinger Wasserschloss.
Does Restaurant Raurica handle dietary restrictions?
If dietary restrictions matter, contact Restaurant Raurica directly before booking and confirm what the kitchen can provide.
What should I order at Restaurant Raurica?
Check the restaurant's current menu or ask the staff when you book or arrive.
Is lunch or dinner better at Restaurant Raurica?
Choose based on the opening hours. Lunch is available Tuesday to Friday from 11:30 AM to 2:30 PM, while dinner is available Tuesday to Saturday from 6 PM to 12 AM. The restaurant is closed on Monday and Sunday.
What are alternatives to Restaurant Raurica?
Other options to compare include Rührberger Hof, Eckert | Fine Dining, RESTAURANT SCHÜTZEN, Canottoria Bistro & Catering, and Inzlinger Wasserschloss. Compare current hours, location, menu, and booking requirements before deciding.