Findlerhof in Zermatt

Only reachable by skis or boards, the location is outstanding. We sat outside with a direct view of the Matterhorn. The rosti was especially great.

A little unexpectedly, arriving without reservation: the lady there managed to find us seats inside in a magnificent room, super friendly staff and a delicious meal. Excellent value for money.

We always love Findlerhof. It’s location is stunning, great service and delicious food

This is a must if you’re skiing Zermatt! Make sure to make a reservation and hope to catch it on a nice day because the views and food combined are the most elite experience one could ask for. Everything we ate and drank was beyond delicious and all on a sunny day on the side of the mountain with views of the Matterhorn. Staff was friendly, menu had a lot of variety, and vibes are unbeatable. Would definitely recommend this over or instead of Chez Vrony if you’re having difficulty with reservations!!

Once renowned for its exquisite fine dining, the restaurant's quality has declined since the son took control. Many beloved signature dishes have been axed from the menu, replaced by generic offerings like Bratwurst and Rösti, aimed at fleecing tourists with inflated prices. It's a far cry from the culinary excellence it once boasted, now merely coasting on its former reputation. Sad.

Our favorite place to eat on the slopes of Zermatt😊. Warm hosts and super delicious food😋

If you're skiing or hiking around Zermatt, you must eat here! The traditional cuisine was incredible. The atmosphere was warm and cosy, and the view is to die for!

Incredible Jr advice all and we were very well served! Thanks to the team!👌🏼😋

Great service, fine food and a competent boss with a hat!

The place to go for the real alp hut feeling in Zermatt. Small and cozy, very friendly staff and great traditional food.👍👍👍

Very good place for launch with views of the Matterhorn.

"It's my first time visiting Zermatt, and there are many memorable stories. Findlerhof is a place that I really like. The journey there may take time and require a lot of walking, but the cool weather makes it comfortable. Upon arrival, the fatigue disappears. The view is beautiful, the sky is clear, and I can see the mountain peaks. Amazing food and very friendly staffs! it’s just a place you can’t miss!!!

Great little place tucked off the piste, local food, great delivery and taste!

Again very delicious food and very friendly people. We'll come again!

Celebrated my proposal here! Food was lovely. The owner and staff were so kind. They gave us free prosecco! Overall great location, great service and excellent views of the Matterhorn.

After the dad and mom the son Francky magnificent, superb cuisine the service with a smile the friendly atmosphere thank you for all well done our team has been coming to your home for 34 years and still great!! Magical wines!! Well done

We were there on a wonderful autumn day. The view of the Matterhorn is breathtaking. Despite the “full house”, our waitress was extremely friendly, courteous and attentive, for example translating the daily specials for our English-speaking participants. The food was excellent. Everything was great and therefore highly recommended!

Excellent fruit cakes. Coffee served hot, great.

Stunningly beautiful views with fantastic panoramas. Beautiful Valais barn from the outside but modern kitchen/toilet. Inside very homely and beautifully decorated.

Very friendly staff! The food, the desserts, just great! 5 stars are far too few! Cozy atmosphere! It couldn't be better🥰🥰!

Like the atmosphere, the stuff and the food ❤️

Fantastically beautiful hiking trail from Zermatt leads directly to the Findlerhof. Perfect location. Super nice staff. Great food and drinks. And everything is very relaxed with a fantastic view of the Matterhorn. Top marks in all areas!

Worth hike..for the food and the view

A place of the heart. No visit to Zermatt without a break in the more than idyllic Findlerhof at the exit of the picture-book hamlet of Findeln. You sit on the wooden terrace directly opposite the Matterhorn and think/feel: I don't want to leave here! Findlerhof boss Franky is a likeable, honest Upper Valais native of the younger, tough generation, with whom you can chat wonderfully, genuinely and honestly about God and the world - especially those on the Matterhorn. Be sure to try the perfect Matterhorn Rösti - accompanied by the fresh Findlerhof salad. And a homemade iced tea. Happiness is perfect. Guaranteed!

Delicious food with a nice view.

Simply magnificent.... Home...service and smles spaghetti with Chanterelles delicious 😋

Zermatt is a tourist loaded area…so get off the beat and path and stay in a place up here and eat here!

This is still one of the greatest mountain restaurants in Zermatt and a lunch there is always special. Yes, there is a distinct sense that the menu has been stripped back since the pandemic. Gone are almost all of the seafood items (such as the tuna carpaccio, the fish soup and even the legendary grilled prawns), the fresh spargel and the daily "specials". This may yet prove to be a mistake and it's possible that other establishments will overtake Findlerhof. But what they do, they do fantastically well.

just awesome ! starting with the very friendly and competent service. matterhorn view. delicious food, fine white wine (heida). only "tolggen": reservation required!!

amazing lunch spot on the gourmet trail

03/24/23 / 12.00 Absolute insider tip in the Zermater (VS) ski area. Quality of the food is simply heavenly. Service staff were very friendly and quick, even under great stress. Reservation urgently required!!!! We got to know this gem thanks to a good friend who works in service there. We'll definitely be back!!!!! Ricky & Laura with the dogs Caramel & Lira

Favourite restaurant in Zermatt. 100% worth booking if you’re planning a trip

Amazing lunch with the view of the Matter Horn. Great Apple strudel

Amazing restaurant!! I ordered the vegetarian quiche and I split the pesto ravioli (special) Al with my friend. Both were phenomenal. We also tried the dessert sampler which was also delicious. Nice music, great patio deck overlooking the Matterhorn. Tough to find! Take the 6 trail down and take a left towards chez vrony at the fork. It’s the second restaurant you pass. The walk down was a bit tough in ski boots but there is a rope to hold onto along the way. Hidden gem!!

Okay what to say about this restaurant that hasn't been said before. Number one either have to walk or ski to get there. Amble down a narrow path to enter a otherworldly beautiful restaurant with a equally gorgeous vista of the matter horn. Definitely need reservations and sunscreen. We had a couple of delicious meals and a small bottle of wine. The service was nice and attentive but not intrusive and young.

Amazing views of the Matterhorn during lunch, and great food options. Reservations are required, recommend making them well in advance; take your time when enjoying your meal here!

Findlerhof, situated in the breathtaking Swiss Alps, is a hidden gem of Zermatt. Located in the Mattertal valley, this idyllic family-run guesthouse offers its guests a unique, authentic Alpine experience. The surrounding views are simply stunning and the hospitality is unbeatable. Lunch is a must-try at Findlerhof, with their renowned specialties such as their famous cheese fondue. On a clear day, the guests can enjoy a beautiful panoramic view of the Matterhorn while dining. With its unique charm, friendly atmosphere and exceptional food, Findlerhof has become a local legend - a rumor for one of the best places to have lunch!

What a place, what a view. Great food and service. You should book your table in advance.

Very varied menu, good wines and a spectacular view. I recommend going there for lunch in the mountains, especially in winter as it is beautiful in the sun. You can get there via the blue ski slope or by hiking from Sunnnega. It's a 25-minute walk.

Excellent all around. Garlic soup is amazing. Service spot on. Atmosphere perfect.

An always necessary stopover in this pretty hamlet of Findeln. Always impeccable service and impeccably delicious food.

A must on the slopes of Zermatt, excellent service, amazing views, WOW food with a super respectable wine list (try the Lamb shank on Aglio Olio and u will understand why I wrote WOW). For non skiers you can Hike up from the Village, its abt an hr & 15 min, a bit uphill, but worth every step!!!! Make sure you book in the covered patio outside...

Beautiful place to stay. View is a dream.

Great food, we were lucky to slip in without a booking. Nice place, but be aware it’s a walk down a slope in ski boots if you stop on the piste.

Findlerhof was home to my favorite meal in Zermatt! The atmosphere is beautiful and unpretentious, and the service was great. We enjoyed an unforgettable lunch in the midst of a ski day and the view was absolutely captivating. I can’t imagine a better dining experience while on the slopes!

This had to be the best traditional Swiss food I have had in Switzerland! The Rosi was excellent with the spiced wine. The 3 desserts were creamy and sweet too. Would highly recommend the visit!

Wow, even if the outside of Findlerhof isn't as chic and stylish as the neighborhood, the food is amazing. In addition to the current game dishes, it also had beef, lamb and pork on offer. We had the spare ribs with honey glaze, beef fillet, fried to perfection, piled high with fresh porcini mushrooms on a rocket salad and venison fillet, juicy and pink, with porcini mushrooms with fine red cabbage and very tasty spaetzle, half an apple with cranberries. For dessert there was delicious rhubarb cake. Hymns of praise were also heard at the neighboring tables. The service was on point and very friendly. Hmmm... we're already looking forward to next time.

Very beautiful place, authentic houses...

Relaxed atmosphere, good food and fine wine! This is a great way to pass the time! Thank you for the lovely stay!!!

A worthy hike with brilliant views

White wine was warm. Staff was surprises that white wine should be chilled. Food far to expencive for a little bid of smoked fish.

We have returned after 6 years and it has been worth it! It is the last restaurant on the way, so if you want to finish the route of the 5 lakes after finishing eating you have to climb a good hill! The waiters are very friendly and cordial, they have treated us very well. We ate 2 rosti, both very delicious! We will be back!

The food is very good and exceptional staff. Can't wait to go back someday!

Super friendly hosts, food came quickly. Everything very relaxed. The food was super delicious - had tomato salad, hash browns, cake. Always happy to come back!

The price is expectedly expensive, we spent 39EUR for 2 home made ice teas, one chocco taart and 1 capuccino. Therefore 4 stars, otherwise it deserves a 5. The staff serving us was incredibly friendly and helpful, serve beyond duty. There are also kids playground at the area of the restaurant with the mountain views. Furthermore all we ate or drink were tasty

This is THE address in the Findeln in Zermatt. Always only good reviews. Veal chops at their best and great wines. The waitress notices you immediately. Great service. This has been the case for many decades now.

Family owned and run, long favorite in the Zermatt mountains because of the quality of the food and service as well as amazing view. Of the Matterhorn!

A very nice located restaurant with a great view of the Matterhorn. The food is very good and the staff is friendly. Pleasant atmosphere. Be sure to stop off on the way to or from Sunnegg.

Best restaurant & inn in Findeln.

The highest level of cuisine, authentic hospitality, absolutely excellent and warm service... Thank you for everything, stopping by you was a highlight.

Amazing restaurant is a magical place. Food is very good. We had a table exposed to the wind so we got a bit cold in the end but it's not like it's the staff's fault. We had the ribs which were a special that day and super tasty. Price was reasonable for Zermatt and much better price/quality than Vrony for instance! If they look fully booked online, try to call at 9am on the day and you might get lucky :)

Very well located restaurant with a view of the Matterhorn

We were very impressed by both the food & drink and the atmosphere in the Findlerhof! Friendly staff, great sun terrace - overall the better alternative to Chez Vrony, even if you can't ski to the restaurant...

Beautiful views and great food. A great place for a stop while skiing.

If you are prepared for a workout in ski boots, I highly recommend Finderhof. Particularly, on a sunny day. Great food and atmosphere and one of the best views on earth. Just be prepared for a long steep walk down and then up to retrieve your skis!!

A great meal in a wonderful atmosphere. Steep climb but worth it!

A textbook hidden gem, amazing! Be sure to make a reservation on time ;)

Best mountain restaurant in Zermatt

What a great discovery! Even if you have to take off your skis to get there, the detour is worth it! I recommend booking in advance. The dishes are delicious and the service is very fast, all with a breathtaking view of the Matterhorn

Our regular restaurant, enjoy the day on the slopes and then taste the delicious food in the Findlerhof. Simply wonderful on the sun terrace…

As always, it's super good. The team is simply world class.

Absolute favorite restaurant in Zermatt!

A gem of a lunch spot - and one of our consistent favorites in Zermatt

It's always a highlight to be hosted there. Hospitality is at the top, alongside the excellent cuisine with the classics veal liver or veal chops. Go to Franz and Heidi and let yourself be pampered. You deserve it!

Very good atmosphere and the food is as if it were made in heaven

Very nice place. Breathtaking panorama Delicious food and unique naturalistic context. After a nice trekking route, a good place for a stop

We were out with the E-MTB for a day. Here you can get a delicious cup of coffee and an excellent lunch. Due to the elevation gain during our bike ride, we quickly had to recharge. That wasn't a problem there when we asked about it. The staff was very friendly and helpful. Thank you! Oh yes, the beautiful view of the Matterhorn is magnificent 😊

Beautiful location. Very friendly staff and the possibility to charge the e-bike.

Amazing food, wine, view, people and places. Frank and his team rock!

A very pleasant experience. The lovely lady from Liverpool made us feel very welcome . Simple but very tasty food . And of course the setting is sublime . One criticism : 10 CHF for a bottle of water is really over the top .

Amazing place! Fantastic food and wonderful staff & service.

Very tasty, very friendly, good service, always happy 😘👍🏼

“Risotto, beef fillet and basically everything I was allowed to try has been ruined for me throughout my life. I won't be able to eat it anywhere else without having to think about today with nostalgia and a little disappointment in the present." English guest who I had to drag up to the Findlerhof on my 25th birthday.

Very cozy hotel, great room (No. 101) very good food

Nice, nice and again nice. Friendly staff. - Good prices.

Beautiful mountain house with friendly service and fantastic cuisine on the footpath between Zermatt and Sunegga. Accessible on skis in winter.

Very nice service and we got what we wanted!!!

Great restaurant at altitude, very welcoming, smiling and attentive staff. The view is magnificent and the food excellent. Don't hesitate to stop here, you won't regret it! Dog friendly everything was perfect thank you for this moment :)

Great service and food quality, everything is just right here. Highly recommended! Of course the most beautiful view of the Matterhorn

Thanks for the nice hospitality. Food is of a higher standard and the wine selection is very appropriate. The Covid-19 requirements are completely and adequately met. Come back without it being taken as a threat. Thank you

Amazing views, super good food, what else can you dream on in the middle of a hike

You couldn't dream of better on the slopes.

The scenery is overwhelming and the wine, a Valais Heida, is simply perfect and top notch.

Fantastically good food in a rustic atmosphere

A great gourmet stopover! Top organization despite the situation, super friendly multi-lingual welcome and very fast service. A terrace on several levels giving a breathtaking view of the Matterhorn. Spaghetti with scampi not bad at all. I saw plates with huge lamb shanks! Wine prices a little high compared to other restaurants in the area but quite a few quality choices. A must-see in Findeln! Thanks Franz @Heidi!

Best in Ski Arena off the World! Excellent food and an indescribably large number of good wines at an acceptable price.

Given the circumstances, great food and, as always, great hospitality. See you soon again

The best address on the slopes, the lamb shank or the beef fillet are a poem. Heidi and Franz are still hosts from the old school. I'll be back.

from Zermatt Winkelmaten 1h20 walk 500m difference in altitude bring crampons in winter because on icy snow it is difficult to go down!.... but on arrival, very cute restaurant with terrace and heater!....very good well-filled strudel 12fs!

Good plum flat cake, good view with wind protection on the terrace