Big Burger Zürich
Unterstrass, Zürich
Restaurant in Zürich, Switzerland
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Price
$20–30per person
Dress
Casual
Why go
Big Burger Zürich is a practical Langstrasse pick for a casual, easy-to-plan meal rather than a special-occasion booking. Choose it for speed, informal energy, and solo or small-group convenience; look to Josef, Lily's, or Napulé Josefstrasse if the meal needs a clearer dining-room experience.
About Big Burger Zürich
Big Burger Zürich is a casual venue in Zürich with published opening hours through the week. Planning can include comparison options such as Napulé Josefstrasse, Lily's, and Josef, depending on what kind of meal or setting you want.
Use Big Burger Zürich when the basics match your plan: casual dress and daily opening hours.
Use it for a casual Zürich plan, not a special-occasion plan
The strongest reason to consider Big Burger Zürich is practicality. Hours are listed as Monday to Thursday 11 AM–9:30 PM, Friday 11 AM–11 PM, Saturday 12–11 PM, and Sunday 2–9:30 PM. The dress code is casual, which makes it a direct fit when you do not need a formal setting.
For a wider planning scan, compare it with other dining options, including Lily's, Josef, LÈ Cuisine, Napulé Josefstrasse, and Samarkand. For broader planning, use Our full Zürich restaurants guide, plus the Zürich hotels guide, Zürich bars guide, Zürich wineries guide, and Zürich experiences guide.
Where it sits in a Switzerland-wide casual shortlist
If this is part of a broader Swiss trip rather than a single Zürich night, keep expectations aligned around the essentials. Big Burger Zürich is best treated as a casual Zürich venue with published daily hours, while other dining elsewhere in Switzerland should be assessed on their own details.
Planning details
- Location
- Langstrasse 211, 8005 Zürich, Switzerland
- Reservations
- Book on the venue's website
- Website
- bigburger.ch
- Phone
- +41433213069
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Big Burger Zürich sits squarely in Langstrasse's relaxed, no-fuss lane. The piece positions the spot as part of the neighbourhood's 'burger-and-casual tier,' where later hours and looser formats replace the ceremony of Zurich's fine-dining scene. It's a neighbourhood burger joint that leans into Langstrasse's street energy without trying to upstage it: a place for straightforward food and an easygoing crowd of locals and visitors who are done with formal dinners. The address toward the northern end nudges the mood slightly away from the densest bar clusters, but the overall tone remains casual and animated.
Best For
This Big Burger location is best for uncomplicated evening outings when you want something relaxed and immediate. Langstrasse absorbs walk-in traffic, especially mid-week and earlier in the evening, so the restaurant works well for spontaneous dinners and late-night stops after a formal meal elsewhere. It caters to a mixed clientele of residents and visitors who prefer a direct, informal option in a neighbourhood known for later hours and lively street life, making it a reliable choice for low-friction dining on an urban night out.
Ordering Tips
Stick to the signatures and keep expectations simple: the menu’s highlighted burgers, Original Burger, Swiss Burger and Habanero Burger, represent the house approach and are sensible first picks. Plan for walk-in availability, particularly mid-week or earlier in the evening. If you’re timing a Zurich itinerary, treat Big Burger as a casual late-night or post-dinner stop rather than a destination for a formal reservation.
Venue details
Ambiance
The interior is cozy and barbecue-inspired, with a welcoming atmosphere.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Quick Bite
- Capacity
- Medium
- Kitchen
- Comfort cooking
- Menu Format
- A la carte
- Dietary
- Vegetarian friendly
- Outdoor Seating
- Yes
Signature Dishes
- Original Burger
- Swiss Burger
- Habanero Burger
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- Langstrasse 211, 8005 Zürich, Switzerland
Planning details
Location
Langstrasse 211, 8005 Zürich, Switzerland · Directions
Restaurant context
How Big Burger Zürich compares in Zürich
Choose Big Burger Zürich when ease matters more than ceremony. Against Napulé Josefstrasse and Josef, it is the more casual call: easier to fit around a day on Langstrasse, less suited to a planned dinner where room, pacing, and menu structure carry the evening.
Lily's is the better cross-shop for diners who want a livelier casual meal with more of a sit-down feel, while LÈ Cuisine and Samarkand make more sense when the group wants a broader restaurant experience rather than a quick burger-led stop. Josef, listed as European Contemporary at €€, is the stronger pick for a more composed dinner.
The practical verdict: Big Burger Zürich wins on low planning and informal energy. Napulé Josefstrasse is the better pick for a pizza-focused meal, Lily's for group-friendly casual dining, and Josef for a dinner that feels more intentional.
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Compare Big Burger Zürich
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Big Burger Zürich | Zürich | , | , | No published awards |
| Napulé Josefstrasse | Zürich | , | , | No published awards |
| Lily's | Zürich | , | , | Michelin Guide Belgium & Luxembourg 20262025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate |
| LÈ Cuisine | Zürich | , | , | No published awards |
| Josef | Zürich | European Contemporary | €€ | 2026 Falstaff Restaurant Guide2025 Michelin Bib Gourmand2024 Michelin Bib Gourmand |
| Samarkand | Zürich | , | , | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I eat at the bar at Big Burger Zürich?
It is a casual venue in Zürich with hours running until 9:30 PM most days and until 11 PM on Friday and Saturday. For another casual comparison, consider Lily's.
Is Big Burger Zürich good for a special occasion?
Big Burger Zürich is better treated as a practical casual pick in Zürich than as a celebration venue. Its useful planning basics are hours and casual dress code; for private rooms, awards, tasting menus, or formal service.
What should I wear to Big Burger Zürich?
Keep it casual. The dress code for Big Burger Zürich is casual, so there is no need to dress up for a visit in Zürich.
Is lunch or dinner better at Big Burger Zürich?
The hours give you different timing windows through the week: Monday to Thursday 11 AM–9:30 PM, Friday 11 AM–11 PM, Saturday 12–11 PM, and Sunday 2–9:30 PM. Choose the timing that fits your plans, noting that Friday and Saturday run later than the other days.
Is Big Burger Zürich good for solo dining?
If you are planning alone, the useful points are the casual dress code and the published daily hours in Zürich. Compared with Samarkand, choose based on the setting and details that matter to your visit.
What are alternatives to Big Burger Zürich in Zürich?
Napulé Josefstrasse, Lily's, LÈ Cuisine, Josef, and Samarkand are comparison options to weigh against Big Burger Zürich, depending on the kind of setting you want. Big Burger Zürich should be judged on its basics: casual dress and published opening hours.
