2 Best Restaurants in Graubünden, Switzerland

7132 Restaurant Silver

$$$$ Fodor's choice

Come to this formal yet welcoming restaurant, with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the mountains, for an interesting mingling of regional and international ingredients with an Asian flair, such as duck from Vals with dumplings, and frozen yogurt made with local milk and Junmai sake. Chef Mitja Birlo forages wild herbs, mushrooms, and berries to use in his dishes; pair his innovative nine-course tasting menu with either wines from around the world or juices made from local ingredients such as blueberries and cherries.

Vals, Graubünden, 7132, Switzerland
058-7132000
Known For
  • foraged ingredients
  • unusual juice pairings
  • impeccable service
Restaurants Details
Rate Includes: Closed Mon.–Wed., 1st wk of Feb., mid-Apr.–mid-May, and late Aug.–mid-Sept. No lunch Thurs.–Sat.

Schauenstein Schloss Restaurant Hotel

$$$$

For one of Graubünden's—if not Switzerland's—top food experiences, make a beeline to world-renowned chef Andreas Caminada's tasting-menu-only restaurant, within a charming castle in the mountain town of Fürstenau. Diners can choose from three- to five-course menus at lunch and dinner, all featuring seasonal, local ingredients presented in beautiful and imaginative ways; delightful wine pairings include producers from both Switzerland and neighboring countries such as Germany as well as more traditional choices. Reservations (taken up to eight months in advance) are absolutely essential. You can also stay overnight in one of nine comfortable guest rooms; the stunning grounds include an outdoor pool with lovely views.

Schlossg. 77, Chur, Graubünden, 7414, Switzerland
081-6321080
Known For
  • elaborate tasting menus
  • relaxed and friendly atmosphere
  • somewhat remote though charming location
Restaurants Details
Rate Includes: Closed Mon. and Tues. No lunch Wed. Closed mid-Oct.–mid-Nov., early Jan.–early Feb., and late Apr.–mid-May, Reservations essential