The Pinch in St. Gallen

Cute little place a bit hidden, but close to the railway station. Lovely staff, very attentive and nice coffee. Will definitely come back to eat here sometime.

Super fine food, attentive and friendly service. Gladly again. :-)

Very personable and genuine way to serve, doesn't seem fake and is extremely competent. The food and the atmosphere in the restaurant are great. I would love to come back and highly recommend The Pinch!

This is the BEST place for brunch when visiting St. Gallen! Superior food, service & value! Wonderful cocktails to complete the meal! Thank you so much for the fantastic experience. We will be back!

This place is INCREDIBLE. The server was attentive and friendly. The owner Mark was truly amazing, helped us out with the menu and gave us recommendations for places around the areas we were traveling to. The katsu curry was delicious and served nice and hot. The lava cake was very decadent and tasty.

Varied menu with great dishes and very good service. Highly recommended, always happy to come by :)

Great cocktails and outstanding cuisine. The pulled pork bowl was one of the best I've ever had. Great atmosphere and professional staff

Fantastic! Super Service! Coffee is simply heavenly! The only wish: more omelette variations! Otherwise everything is perfect!

Great vibe. Great menu. Great food. Great music. Great customers...wait...I *hope* that they think they have great customers! Delicious, great time was had. They have brunch on Saturday & Sunday/Holidays

I have had the poke salmon as well the Korean beef. Both were excellent! I look forward to my next meal here

A cute little place with good food! We went for brunch, which was not available, stayed for lunch and didn’t regret it! I had lamb with rosemary potatos and it was delicious! The price was also very decent for Switzerland!

Nice, modern bar. Good service. The hotel is located directly next to the Hotel Weissenstein and the self-check-in Hotel David 22.

Arrived in St. Galen and we were looking for dinner. Our hotel (Sorell) recommended The Pinch. What an amazing find! Eclectic menu that is sure to please all tastes and Mark, the co-owner was fantastic. When he heard we were from Canada, he came and chatted with us and gave us excellent suggestions of things to do in the region. The meal was fantastic and was a nice break from traditional Swiss food. Highly recommended!

Great food and the service could not have been better. They will do anything for you to have an amazing experience!

Great place for a relaxed breakfast! The staff is very attentive and friendly and I couldn't fault the food or coffee. :)))

Top loading, stable team from Northern Germany :)

Most stable cellars from Rügen. The food and drink is of course also delicious and affordable even for German bargain hunters.

Friendly staff, unfortunately the food wasn't as expected.

This place is so cozy (cordial welcome, simple but neat decor, sexy playlist) that we want to recommend it to all visitors to St Gall. Especially since the cuisine is healthy and tasty. It is located a little outside the city center, but the few extra steps are well rewarded.

I was here a year ago and thought the food was great. Now I came back and the dishes were almost inedible. Totally bland, carelessly made, rice overcooked in one dish and undercooked in the other and definitely overpriced for what you got.

Exceptional dishes. Something different and fantastically good. You enjoy 100% quality!

Ramen wasn't classic as you know it. I don't think it's appropriate to charge 26 euros for this. I also had 4 small pieces of chicken in it. Not even a whole breast was thrown into my soup. The ramen is a 0 out of 10. The owner is welcome to contact me. I'll give him a tip where he can eat real ramen in St. Gallen.

A menu that may seem minimalist at first glance, but think again, every detail is taken care of, every dish is delicious. The place is welcoming and furnished with great care, the music very pleasant. Run and enjoy it 👌

Always very tasty, friendly and relaxing. I had several dishes - from salad to meat, always satisfied. It's also nice that you can order something relatively late - and this isn't a problem. An enrichment for St. Gallen.

Once again we were not disappointed. It's always an experience to have brunch there. Everything is fresh and deliciously prepared and the staff is friendly and helpful. Next time we'll try the evening menu. 😂

We enjoyed a delicious Brunch at this place. Everyone was very pleased with the presentation and taste of the food 🥰 The changing dinner menu also looked fantastic which I’d love to try soon as well. The outside garden is very cute also - we had a beautiful table and good service. Thanks for the experience 🙏🏼

Totally cute place with really cute details. I celebrated my birthday brunch there and on the table there was a sign with my name and "Happy Birthday" instead of a simple reservation sign. The food is incredibly tasty and the prices are fairly fair for what you get! Always my pleasure !!!

We had a wonderful brunch at Pinch yesterday. The food was very tasty and the service was on point! 👌 Can highly recommend it to everyone :)

Absolute rip-off Bad service We were bid farewell and said goodbye. Would give zero stars if possible

Very very bad service. The waiter has no idea. He didn't even know where the toilet was. To pay by card you have to go to the bar. Unsympathetic woman. She wished us ‘never see you again’. Bottom drawer. It doesn't work at all!

Tonight was my second time in The Pinch. The first time was, as i noticed tonight, much too long ago. I thoroughly enjoyed my experience. The atmosphere is wonderful, calm and the people serving you make you feel at home. This already great experience is then topped by their wonderful cocktails. All in all a highly recommendable place to dine or to just have a drink or two.

Loved it! Good food and good atmosphere

Nice place, with excellent atmosphere. Very good service and pleasant staff.

So, I picked this restaurant because of the high rating and was looking forward to an amazing experience but what an disappointment… I could only give 2 ⭐️ for: - easy parking which is right infront of the restaurant - the food at least the salad tasted good Why it was disappointing? Let me share: - I ordered an appetiser salad which was sweet potato and apple CHF11.50 but when I got the salad, it was so huge and I double confirmed that it was appetiser but then when I got my bill it was CHF15.50 because the waiter has decided for me that I needed bigger meal???!!! So if you’re dining here, please make sure your meal size is not decided by the restaurant unless they pay for it…. 🤨 - we didn’t order wine and the wine glass was left on the table. This would actually disqualify the restaurant from table attique…. And the table was small if clearing it would give space then it should be looked at - when we sat, there was only drinks menu given so I when to ask for the food menu and I was told that after ordering drinks then the food menu will be served…. But I just want to eat 😅…. May I?! So hope this justifies my experience. What a pity….

Top Restaurant: Both food and service are of the highest standard. The service staff are very attentive and always look after the well-being of the guests. The dishes are lovingly prepared and offer a real culinary delight that is creatively and freshly put together. You can also find dishes on the menu that you won't find anywhere else. The prices are absolutely appropriate for what is offered. All in all, the attention to detail in this establishment cannot be overlooked. We were definitely not here for the last time. :)

Good, tasty, nice people, cool, gladly again, recommended

The lettuce leaves could have been cut smaller but otherwise the food was great. The service could have recommended home-made ice tea at the beginning, but otherwise it was great.

Food was overpriced. I had the ramen and the egg was hardboiled in what must have been plastic wrap or a plastic bag, as it was not “egg shaped”. It was a very odd thing to see a restaurant try to save money on. edit to addess the restaurant’s explanation: there is no way that they could have poached an egg in water without some sort of plastic bag/wrap to create grooves on it. Also why would you poach an egg and then hard boil it?

One of the best places to have brunch in SG. The breakfast sandwich with chicken is particularly recommended.

I recently had the pleasure of visiting this restaurant and unfortunately I found that the overall experience did not live up to my expectations. Even though it was a winter day, I wasn't asked if my jacket could be taken away from me and I had to look for the coat rack and hang up my jacket myself. As for the food, the starter I shared with my companion was generally pleasant, but it could have used a bit more spice. The main course was unfortunately a disappointment as the BBQ strips were overcooked and the rice was soggy. My partner's ramen was also not edible because the tofu had an unpleasant aftertaste and the broth was overly acidic. The service was also not at the level I expected. It took some time before we were asked what we wanted to drink and eat. Overall, I think it is very important for the restaurant to pay attention to the details of the guest experience in order to create a pleasant atmosphere. I hope that my feedback regarding wardrobe, food quality and service will be taken into account to make future visits a memorable experience.

Very, very tasty! Great ambience!

Amazing, amazing service! As busy as it can get they truly make you feel at home. Especially coming from Canada, it was nice to get a few familiar American dishes (shakshuka is the best)! A must visit!

I went to Pinch for the first time last Saturday. Since I had already heard a lot of opinions, I was super excited. The atmosphere could be more comfortable. Our service man was very friendly and accommodating - even if we waited a little long until we were asked for drinks. The cappuccino was very good. Unfortunately, I was disappointed with the main course. I ordered Eggs Benedict with Salmon, being familiar with a lot of brunches, I was really looking forward to it. Unfortunately the hollandaise sauce was cold and brittle (the milk broke, it wasn't creamy see photo), the salmon was also ice cold, which ruined the whole dish. For me, an Egg Benedict on braid has to be warm, with warm sauce. The salad on the side was also more of a ready-made salad and not fresh enough for my taste. It's a shame, as this dish could otherwise be a hit. However, the pancakes were very fluffy and warm, so there's nothing to complain about - hence 3 stars. I really hope that this constructive criticism is well received!

The service is really good. The ambience itself is nice but when the place is full it is very loud. Very small portions for a lot of money, taste ok but nothing more.

Super delicious food! The staff stood out for their authentic joy, lightness and interpersonal harmony. You can just relax and feel good there, thank you for that!

Originality, super good food and presentation. Nice, helpful staff. You can also speak English there.

Love this cosy and welcoming place. Great atmosphere, tasty coffee and always friendly staff. Thank you!

Initially great and very generous. Nowadays it's more for those with a small appetite and a larger budget. Similar to Radio Mumbai

We went for New Years dinner and we were absolutely happy with both the food (all 4 courses) and the atmosphere. I am definitely planning to go back!

Food was actually good. But !!!be careful!!!, the service rounds up any amount as a tip at its own discretion, doesn't say anything on site and you only notice it later on your own bill. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Thanks for your answer. Unfortunately I couldn't reach you by phone (number currently unavailable), but I'll try again next year. This means you can remove your private number from Google.

Wonderful food and great service. You feel like you're on vacation! Thank you very much for the lovely evening💖

The place is very nice, and the food is okay, although not particularly aboundant. Not particularly friendly the girl at the checkout, be ready to see some eyebrows to be lifted if you don't want to leave the tip, after paying more than 30 francs for two egg Benedict and a flûte of mimosa.

Nice restaurant near the train station. The cocktails were good, but the selection of cakes and other snacks was rather modest.

Super tasty lunch menus, beautifully decorated. Brunch is also very tasty.

We had a club sandwich and an Egg Benedict with avocado 🥑 It was very tasty 😋 highly recommended we will stop by again 😃 The service is also very friendly and accommodating 👌 👌 Gladly again!

Very tasty food and freshly cooked, you can taste it. The garden restaurant is decorated in great detail with fresh flowers and even blankets. Extremely friendly staff!

Hearty, cozy small but very fine restaurant. The food is fine and beautifully prepared.

Not too convinced by the Ramen, but quite happy with the meat and soup. The lady who welcomed us and helped us choose the platy is extremely friendly and kind! 👌

The flavor combinations are really exciting and original. Quality of beef strips was a bit disappointing (fat edges). Maybe just benefit of the doubt. It has ambiance and sympathy.

Waiter was very nice and attentiv. Nice cocktails

I had a very good experience , the food was tasty , they have been very attentive all the time , very nice place to go again , recommended

A lovely spot for an American-style brunch in St. Gallen. The food is delicious and the service is even better. Our highlights included the breakfast sandwich with Hollandaise Sauce and, according to one member of our party, "the best cheesecake she's ever had." Everything was so lovely we returned for dinner a few nights later and had another delightful meal...including the cheesecake!

Great food and the terrace amazing. We will be back as we promise. Thank you Adrian for the experience and your delicious Alabama Chi cocktail.

Cozy atmosphere, fine food and very friendly staff. Always happy! Kind regards to Jessica Z. Thank you!

Nice ambience and friendly serving staff. Versatile menu with delicious dishes. The menu changes every week! It's worth checking out again and again!

💯✔️✔️✔️ I like this restaurant very much. The food is like a story from 1001 nights.

Very homely restaurant! You feel like you're in a living room, just like you're at home. The food was definitely something different than what the usual restaurants offer. The service staff was extremely friendly, quick to process and very attentive. Overall, delicious cuisine, great service team and great value for money! I was there over lunch, despite there being a lot of guests, I was able to go back to work afterwards without any stress :) I would therefore happily recommend it to anyone who wants to try something new.

ABSOLUTELY AMAZING!!! Do not miss brunch at The Pinch. Best meal of our entire vacation was the avocado toast and mimosas!

Went for Brunch and loved it! Nice little terrace, friendly staff and superb food.

Very friendly staff! The food is awesome and the menu is interesting, mix of Thai fusions, English breakfast and brunch. Awesome place to visit and enjoy a calm relaxed time.

Super great service! Great food and always changing delicious dishes.

Nice staff, great ambience and super cozy.

My tip on Sunday morning Best brunch menu I've ever seen and tasted! Great waitress, great service and great food!

Celebrated my office graduation here. Everything went according to plan. The food / aperitif we ordered was extremely tasty :) Mark was a great help. Thank you so much :)

Delicious brunch options (try the smashed avo on toasted bread!). Only the oatmilk is not the best choice in terms of flavour in my opinion.

Excellent food and drinks. I would go there for an evening lunch as well as for the brunch. The waiters were all very nice

Very friendly service, super fine food for all tastes and a pleasant atmosphere for an after-work beer at the bar.

Very nice service. Warm food from a reduced menu is also possible in the afternoon. I enjoyed it

Very tasty & fresh food, an eye-catcher.

Mega! Really recommended! Incredibly beautiful restaurant, very friendly staff and the vegetarian food was excellent. Thank you for the nice evening

Dishes looked very appealing but ultimately the price-performance ratio wasn't right. Unfortunately the taste is not as great as the appearance. Service was poor, people just cleared it away without asking how it was or if they wanted anything else. Long waiting times for drinks and bills.

Great ambience, delicious food, nice service

Very friendly and the food was to die for!

Blankets were provided - the food was excellent - friendly service would be happy again.

Nice people, nice atmosphere, exciting menu and dog-friendly 👍 always happy

We had a little brunch here. Super fine food, cool and friendly service. Highly recommended!

Very nice, pretty restaurant with a warm atmosphere, reasonably priced, friendly and courteous service - thank you Mark!

The portions are far too small for the high price. Price performance is not right. The Ramen Udon Tofu Soup was very disappointing tonight! Has nothing to do with a traditional ramen soup. My colleagues also tried it and had to give me this feedback. When everyone had finished eating and the waitress cleared our plates, we responded to the full ramen soup by saying that unfortunately it wasn't tasty. (There was no question or comment and the lady simply ran away) and took the full soup with her. Afterwards we were ignored and not served again the entire evening. No request for drinks or dessert. The service was inattentive and very unfriendly. Such service staff should be fired and not allowed to be among the guests. Harsh words but honest feedback.

Open on Sundays! We enjoyed and enjoyed it.

Food was not fresh, not of high quality and relatively expensive: meat was tough, fries not fresh, etc. The portions are too small for the price and not well prepared. The Greek and Japanese food was not authentic. The service was untrained and inattentive. Dessert was delicious. Coffee was good.

Not 0815. People with ideas. Gladly again

Wow…Finally a spot to have a great breakfast/brunch. The food tastes fantastic and the quality is perfect. This will be our new favorite.

Amazing food and very nice staff. I would recommend it to anyone spendig time in St. Gallen 😊

Never knew this bar existed. But it's a top notch bar. Will definitely stop by again.

Very nice place to sit outside and have a coffee. In the city, but very calm and cozy! I'll for sure come back!

Very calm and cozy atmosphere. Good food, egg dishes a bit pricey, but extras reasonable

small fancy café with an impressive brunch experience

Excellent cuisine and friendly service. Highly recommended!

This place is great. We found it by chance while walking around the city and it was a pleasant surprise. The owner made us feel welcome and the brunch was exquisite. The cappuccino was really good. Would definitely return if I'm ever back in St. Gallen

Very friendly service and tasty food in a charming terrace. Would definitely recommend as a great brunching option