Giesserei
Oerlikon, Zürich
Restaurant in Zürich, Switzerland
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Price
$30–50per person
Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Giesserei is worth considering for an easy Zürich dinner with a drinks-first rhythm, especially if Oerlikon works better than the old-town circuit. It is not positioned as an awards-driven or chef-counter destination, so book it for atmosphere, convenience, and group flexibility rather than a specific signature dish.
About Giesserei
Is Giesserei worth booking in Zürich? Yes if you want a weekday restaurant option for lunch or dinner from Monday to Friday. Giesserei is in Zürich, follows a smart-casual dress code, and is closed on Saturday and Sunday.
Good for a low-friction Zürich meal
Giesserei is a sensible pick for diners who want a direct weekday meal in Zürich rather than an award-led destination, chef-led tasting format, or published price-tier experience. Treat it as a practical option when the opening hours fit your plans.
The strongest case is for weekday lunch or dinner. Giesserei is open Monday to Friday from 11:30 AM–2 PM and again from 5:30–11 PM, and it is closed on weekends. If the priority is a named cuisine, a chef counter, or a highly specific tasting-menu plan, choose a more clearly defined restaurant instead.
Plan around the basics
Go in with flexible ordering expectations rather than a mission-driven plan around a named cuisine, signature dish, or beverage program. Giesserei is best approached as a Zürich restaurant with a weekday schedule and smart-casual dress code, not a specific menu hook.
That makes the value calculation simple: consider Giesserei when its weekday lunch or dinner hours work for your group. This is not an address to evaluate on accolades or a specific dining format; it is one to keep in play when you want a smart-casual meal in Zürich during the week.
Planning details
- Location
- Birchstrasse 108, 8050 Zürich, Switzerland
- Reservations
- Book on the venue's website
- Website
- diegiesserei.ch
- Phone
- +41432051010
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Giesserei leans into its foundry origins: iron frames, generous volumes and honest materiality make the building's industrial past legible rather than hidden. The conversion keeps traces of function visible, which gives the room a quietly dramatic, restrained tone that suits Zurich's architectural sensibilities. It reads as an intimate neighbourhood institution, not ostentatious but carefully considered, where craft-driven cooking meets the honest bones of an old ironworks. The result feels both elegant and rooted, a comfortable destination for locals who appreciate design-forward yet unpretentious dining.
Best For
This is a neighbourhood restaurant that suits evening occasions: established enough to host business dinners, quietly suited to date nights, and roomy enough for group bookings. The piece frames Giesserei as part of Oerlikon's mid-to-upper dining tier, serving Zurich's professional north rather than tourists, so visitors can expect a service and atmosphere calibrated to local regulars and work dinners. Its scale and institutional role in the neighbourhood also make it a reliable option for small group dining.
Venue details
Ambiance
Candlelit evenings with cozy fireplace warmth in a cleverly designed industrial atmosphere.
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Vibe
Best For
Experience
Sourcing
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Medium
- Kitchen
- Seasonal
- Menu Format
- A la carte
- Dietary
- Vegan options
- Private Dining
- Available
- Outdoor Seating
- Yes
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- Birchstrasse 108, 8050 Zürich, Switzerland
Planning details
Location
Birchstrasse 108, 8050 Zürich, Switzerland · Directions
Also consider
Where to go if Giesserei is not the right fit
Pick House of Mezze if the group wants a clearer sharing format and a meal built around the table. Pick Bánh Mì Bao if the priority is a quicker, lower-commitment bite rather than a full sit-down evening.
Restaurant context
How Giesserei compares in Zürich
Choose Giesserei when booking ease and a more composed dinner setting matter. Against Zekisworld and Venus, it reads as the safer all-purpose choice for a planned evening rather than a sharper niche pick. With no confirmed price tier across this set, value is less about a number and more about how much structure the night needs.
House of Mezze is the better cross-shop if the group wants a more defined sharing format. baba's döner and Bánh Mì Bao make more sense for a lower-commitment meal, especially when speed and casual value beat ambiance. Giesserei sits above those for a sit-down night where drinks and room feel matter.
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Compare Giesserei
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Giesserei | Zürich | No published awards |
| Zekisworld | Zürich | No published awards |
| Venus | Zürich | No published awards |
| House of Mezze | Zürich | No published awards |
| baba's döner | Zürich | No published awards |
| Bánh Mì Bao | Zürich | No published awards |
How Giesserei Zürich compares with similar nearby venues.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I wear to Giesserei?
Giesserei has a smart-casual dress code. Keep it neat without dressing formally.
How far ahead should I book Giesserei?
Plan around Giesserei’s weekday service: lunch Monday to Friday from 11:30 AM–2 PM and dinner Monday to Friday from 5:30–11 PM; it is closed Saturday and Sunday.
What should I order at Giesserei?
Order based on the current menu, or compare it with another option such as House of Mezze if you want to choose between named venues.
What is Giesserei known for?
Giesserei is a Zürich restaurant with a smart-casual dress code that serves lunch and dinner Monday to Friday.
