Le Cèdre
Aussersihl, Zürich
Restaurant in Zürich, Switzerland
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Price
$30–50per person
Dress
Casual
Why go
Le Cèdre is a practical Zürich pick for a date night, small celebration, or easy dinner when booking friction matters. Choose it for a relaxed restaurant meal rather than a chef-counter experience; cross-shop Restaurant Volkshaus for a broader dining-room feel or Paneolio for a more casual value play.
About Le Cèdre
Le Cèdre is a Zürich restaurant open for lunch from Tuesday to Friday and dinner from Tuesday to Sunday. Monday is closed. The dress code is casual.
Le Cèdre may be a sensible option to consider when you want a restaurant in Zürich with evening hours.
A practical Zürich restaurant to plan around its hours
The schedule is straightforward. Le Cèdre is open for dinner from Tuesday through Sunday, with service listed from 6 PM to 12 AM on those days. It is also open for lunch Tuesday through Friday from 11:30 AM to 2:30 PM.
Do not assume a particular setup such as counter seating, bar dining, a tasting menu, or a named signature menu.
Dinner is the easier occasion to plan around because it is available Tuesday through Sunday. Lunch runs Tuesday to Friday, so weekend plans should be dinner-only.
Who should choose it, and who should cross-shop
Choose Le Cèdre if the schedule and casual dress code fit your plans in Zürich. If you are comparing options, you might also look at Restaurant Volkshaus, Paneolio, Emilio, Dini Mueter, or Restaurant Le Cèdre - Badenerstrasse, depending on availability and the kind of meal you want to arrange.
Bottom line: Le Cèdre is worth considering for a Zürich meal when its hours work for you, especially for dinner from Tuesday through Sunday.
Planning details
- Location
- Badenerstrasse 78, 8004 Zürich, Switzerland
- Website
- libanesisch.ch
- Phone
- +41442414272
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Le Cèdre reads like a neighbourhood institution rather than a showpiece. Set on Badenerstrasse in Langstrasse, the restaurant leans into longevity and familiarity: regulars return, pace is unhurried, and the room privileges patience over spectacle. The cooking centers on eastern Mediterranean and Levantine traditions, so the mood is quietly convivial rather than theatrical. Expect an approachable, warm atmosphere where the focus is on steady, well-made dishes and the kind of low-key intimacy that comes with a place that serves locals more than it courts visitors.
Best For
This is a spot built for neighbours and groups who value reliable, flavour-forward Levantine cooking. Operating in the city’s mid-register, Le Cèdre fits evenings when diners want a relaxed meal with friends or family rather than a formal, high-end tasting. The restaurant’s strength is consistency: regulars and returning guests drive the room, so it’s especially well suited to casual group dining and low-key social dinners. It’s less about spectacle and more about comfortable, flavour-led gatherings in a familiar setting.
Ordering Tips
Stick to the classics the kitchen is known for and be prepared to enjoy favourites at a measured pace. The menu’s Levantine signatures (Hommos bi Lahme, Maschewi, Tabbouleh, Falafel, Castaletta Ghanam and the dessert Mahalabia) figure prominently in the venue’s appeal, and the write-up stresses the distinction between what regulars order and the formal menu. Allow time for the meal rather than treating it as a quick stop: the place rewards familiarity and steady, well-executed dishes rather than novelty.
Venue details
Ambiance
Warm oriental hospitality in a two-story setting with a bustling, energetic atmosphere; the Bellevue location features waterfront views and outdoor seating.
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At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Lively
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Medium
- Kitchen
- Traditional
- Menu Format
- A la carte, Family style, Small plates
- Drinks Focus
- Wine, Beer
- Dietary
- Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options, Gluten-free options, Halal
- Outdoor Seating
- Yes
Signature Dishes
- Hommos bi Lahme
- Maschewi
- Tabbouleh
- Falafel
- Castaletta Ghanam
- Mahalabia
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- Badenerstrasse 78, 8004 Zürich, Switzerland
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Also Consider
- Restaurant Volkshaus, Notable alternative
- Paneolio, Notable alternative
- Emilio, Notable alternative
- Restaurant Le Cèdre - Badenerstrasse, Notable alternative
- Dini Mueter, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
How Le Cèdre compares in Zürich
Restaurant Volkshaus is the stronger choice for diners who want a larger, more established Zürich dining-room atmosphere. Le Cèdre is the easier recommendation when the brief is simpler: a low-pressure dinner for two or a small group where the reservation should be easy and the room should not feel overly formal.
Paneolio is the better cross-shop for a casual, value-minded meal, while Emilio makes more sense when the night calls for a more traditional restaurant feel. If ambiance is the deciding factor, choose based on the group: Le Cèdre for an uncomplicated dinner plan, Restaurant Volkshaus for scale, Emilio for a more classic evening.
Dini Mueter is the alternative to consider when a smaller, more personal-feeling meal matters more than convenience. Restaurant Le Cèdre - Badenerstrasse overlaps directly with this choice, so treat it as the same booking lane rather than a separate style decision.
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Compare Le Cèdre
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Le Cèdre | Zürich | No published awards |
| Restaurant Volkshaus | Zürich | No published awards |
| Paneolio | Zürich | No published awards |
| Emilio | Zürich | 2026 Michelin Plate2025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate |
| Restaurant Le Cèdre - Badenerstrasse | Zürich | No published awards |
| Dini Mueter | Zürich | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Le Cèdre good for solo dining?
It may work for a solo meal in Zürich. If seating style, counter seating, or bar dining matters, check with the restaurant before you go.
Is lunch or dinner better at Le Cèdre?
Dinner is available Tuesday through Sunday from 6 PM to 12 AM. Lunch is listed Tuesday through Friday from 11:30 AM to 2:30 PM, so lunch is an option on those weekdays only.
What should I wear to Le Cèdre?
The dress code is casual. Neat, relaxed clothing should fit the stated dress code.
