Brasserie Louis, Niederdorfstrasse 10, 8801 Zurich
http://www.brasserie-louis.ch/For a taste of French ambience in the heart of Zurich's Niederdorf district, you might like to try Brasserie Louis. Its size is deceptive and there is ample seating on the terrace outdoors on a sunny day. On Tuesday lunchtime last week, 15 members of ZIWA's Dining Around the World group gathered at two tables indoors. We had a very pleasant and authentically French experience.
On the day's special lunch menu there was a choice of veal with vegetables and sauce or penne with broccoli. We could also choose from the May specials menu of seasonal dishes, or splash out on a typically French dish from the extensive a la carte selection. The day's menu came with soup, potato as it turned out, or salad. The tender veal was many people's first choice, although some opted for bouillabaisse, a tasty fish soup. A choice of French and other fine wines accompanied the meal for anyone in a relaxed mood.
Service was rather slow on this occasion, but the staff were as helpful as possible and dealt with our staggered arrivals and departures calmly. Prices for the set lunches varied from 20 to 30 francs. We could also have chosen the classic entrecote cafe de Paris or the moules frites in season. The restaurant seats 80 and has a bar upstairs too. It's also a good place to have an after-movie coffee, as the Frosch cinema is just around the corner. I have also enjoyed delicious lamb here in the evening, and the red wines are very acceptable.
For an authentic taste of French je ne sais quoi right in the middle of the Zurich Altstadt, Brasserie Louis could be the place for you.
Bon appetit!
