15 Best Asian Restaurants in Zurich

Nooch Asian Kitchen on Badenerstrasse pairs an easygoing atmosphere with a broad Asian menu and a distinctive hidden urban jungle interior. Papaya salad is a standout, while the wider food and drinks selection suits both a quick dinner and a more social meal.

A terrace adds another option in suitable weather, and the location stays convenient for regular neighborhood dining.

Royal Panda specializes in Sichuan cuisine at the Zollikerstrasse entrance in Zurich’s 8008 district. Its menu extends beyond individual dishes to include a weekday lunch buffet, hotpot and dim sum, giving groups several ways to build a meal.

The restaurant is particularly suited to diners seeking bold Chinese flavors and a choice between shared formats and classic starters or mains.

YEN'S Restaurant offers an easygoing Asian dining experience on Hallwylstrasse, with a wide-ranging menu that includes fresh sushi and Hong Kong-style dishes such as “Hong Kong by Night” with duck. Friendly service and a relaxed atmosphere make it suitable after work, for travelers staying nearby or for an unhurried dinner with plenty of choice.

A Fatt on Limmatstrasse is an evening-focused Asian restaurant where careful cooking and high-quality ingredients take center stage. The menu is suited to diners looking for a considered meal rather than a hurried stop, with consistently well-seasoned dishes and an attentive team.

Weekend lunch service adds flexibility, while the 8005 location works well for dinner plans around the city’s west side.

Yi Long Lin Asia Restaurant on Magnusstrasse offers a broad Asian menu with Thai and Chinese-leaning specialties. Tom Kha Gai, red curry with crispy duck, braised eggplant with beef mince and water spinach are particularly appealing choices for a shared table.

The kitchen emphasizes authentic flavors and attentive service, while evening hours every day make it a dependable option for dinner.

Yu Long is an Asian restaurant on Bellerivestrasse, set in a leafy area with views toward Lake Zurich. Its Chinese cooking includes a nourishing “healthy soup” and a varied menu suited to an unhurried daytime meal.

The clean, well-organized kitchen and fair city pricing add practical appeal, while the green surroundings create a welcome change from busier central streets.

Chiang Mai Restaurant serves freshly prepared Thai dishes beside Zurich Hauptbahnhof on Zollstrasse, making it a practical stop for lunch, dinner or takeaway. Green curry and Pad Thai offer familiar favorites, while Gang Kiau Wan and mango sticky rice bring a more distinctly Thai finish.

The atmosphere is pleasant, with balanced seasoning and a clean, cared-for dining environment.

At Josefstrasse 102 in Zurich, MeiXin Tischgrill brings an Asian table-grill format to relaxed, inviting surroundings. The focus is personal BBQ dining, with well-prepared meat at the heart of the experience, alongside fish and noodle dishes.

Staff take time to explain how the grill works, making it approachable for first visits. Hand-pulled Biang Biang noodles are served every lunchtime, while evening dining is better suited to a planned reservation.

Restaurant Tasty Haus serves classic Cantonese cuisine at Leutschenbachstrasse 71 in Zurich, pairing a comfortable setting with warm hospitality and attentive service. It works well for a relaxed meal, whether dining in or choosing the takeaway option.

The weekday lunch buffet is priced at CHF 23, while the lunch takeaway is CHF 19. Table reservations can be made online, and takeaway orders receive a 10% discount.

Yu-An is a Japanese restaurant in central Zurich at Werdstrasse 66, offering freshly prepared sushi alongside warm and cold Japanese specialities. The menu combines familiar choices such as teriyaki and salmon salad with more creative sushi dishes, making it suitable for both a quick midday meal and an unhurried evening visit.

Lunch can become busy, so the restaurant is especially practical for diners who plan around its split lunch and dinner hours.

ICHIZEN Japan Restaurant on Kanzleistrasse presents freshly prepared Japanese cuisine with a particularly useful lunch focus. Its bento boxes bring together varied traditional ingredients in a balanced, substantial format, while the menu also includes sushi and tempura.

The compact Zurich location suits a satisfying midday stop or a relaxed evening meal, with Japanese hospitality and a clear split between lunch and dinner service.

Thali House brings Indian cooking to Langstrasse 213 with a mellow setting and a warm, welcoming atmosphere. The kitchen is well suited to flavourful vegetarian meals, chai and traditional Indian specialities, with carefully prepared dishes that work for both casual lunches and longer dinners.

Its broad daily opening schedule makes it one of the more flexible choices for enjoying Indian food in Zurich, including online ordering for meals at home.

Miss Miu on Badenerstrasse combines Asian-fusion dining with a lively private-party concept. Alongside a broad food and drinks menu, the venue offers karaoke booths where dinner, drinks and singing can flow into one evening, plus an inviting courtyard and cosy terrace.

Vegetarian choices are available, and the setting works particularly well for birthdays, group nights and celebratory dinners. Reservations are advisable when planning to use a booth.

Tibetasia is a compact Tibetan kitchen on Quellenstrasse, centred on generous buffet-style dining and a friendly, welcoming atmosphere. The selection includes momos, noodles, curry and vegetarian dishes, giving groups plenty of choice without turning the meal into a formal affair.

A complimentary drink is included with the buffet, making it a practical pick for an easy lunch or relaxed dinner in Zurich’s 8005 district.

Hang’s is a Vietnamese restaurant on Schaffhauserstrasse 133, particularly convenient for lunch with generous portions and a welcoming atmosphere. Pho is a natural choice, while the friendly team adds a personal touch to the visit and can accommodate thoughtful details for special occasions.

The menu also extends into dinner, with lunch service on most weekdays and Sunday opening for a more relaxed midday meal.