13 Best Dim Sum Restaurants in Zurich

Su RuYi in Winterthur focuses on authentic Cantonese dim sum , with homemade xiao long bao, fried rice noodles and comforting dishes such as beef stew. The restaurant’s Singapore-trained chef brings a broader Asian perspective while keeping the flavours rooted in their origins.

At Zürcherstrasse 162, it suits a deliberate dining trip rather than a quick Zurich-centre stop, with lunch and dinner service Tuesday through Saturday plus Sunday evening.

SOD Restaurant is a Thai restaurant and takeaway on Bucheggstrasse 103, offering homemade Asian cooking for dining in, takeaway, catering and private celebrations. Its separate event room makes it especially practical for business occasions or larger gatherings, while the Massaman curry is a standout choice for a rich, balanced main.

Lunch and dinner service runs Monday through Friday and Thursday, with Saturday dinner only and Sunday closed.

Asia Restaurant Turandot in Uster presents Asian and traditional Chinese cuisine at the edge of Zurich, with both a European menu and a special traditional Chinese menu in Chinese. The Sunday brunch buffet adds a relaxed option for families and groups, while the attentive team takes time to explain the dishes.

At Aathalstrasse 5, it is best approached as a destination meal beyond central Zurich.

YuLu Teahouse brings Chinese and Japanese tea culture to the Zurich area in a calm lounge setting. The selection focuses on high-quality teas from small-scale production, with multiple infusions possible from the same serving. The owner’s deep knowledge adds useful guidance for guests exploring unfamiliar varieties, origins and preparation styles.

Nooba Kesselhaus on Zürcherstrasse 1+3 offers an expansive Asian restaurant setting in Winterthur, with a spacious, high-ceilinged atmosphere that works well for meeting a colleague, catching up with friends or settling in for a longer meal. The food and service are strong points, while the ramen is a less compelling choice than the broader menu.

Opening runs until 11 pm most days, with Sunday evening service.

Madame Sum delivers frozen dumplings and dim sum across Switzerland, bringing creative fillings and easy preparation into the home kitchen. The range includes classics and seasonal varieties, with combinations such as wild boar, pork belly, shiitake and chestnut, alongside sweet apple buns. The dumplings are designed to be steamed in around seven to nine minutes.

Happy Dumpling prepares fresh-tasting dumplings for home cooking, with delivery, takeaway and catering services in Zurich. The range includes vegetarian tofu and pork options, vegan choices and gently spiced varieties, giving households an easy way to serve different preferences at the same table.

Gyoza Yokocho on Limmatstrasse 231 is a compact Japanese restaurant specialising in gyoza, with fried chicken and katsu adding useful alternatives. The limited seating makes it better suited to a quick meal or takeaway than a long group dinner, while the kind service keeps the stop welcoming.

Open Monday through Saturday from 11 am to 7:30 pm, it is a practical daytime option in Zurich’s 8005 district.

Sun Garden China Restaurant & Take Away in Dielsdorf combines sit-down dining with a takeaway option, making it flexible for a quiet meal or food on the go. The service is friendly and the waiting time generally manageable, while the menu includes Chinese dishes suited to both lunch and dinner.

Located on Bahnhofstrasse 16, it opens for weekday lunch and dinner, Saturday evening, and remains closed on Sunday.

Pepper House in Dietlikon presents a cosy, stylish setting for fine Asian dining, with a menu that includes sushi, dim sum, fried rice and carefully presented mains such as tender ribs. Its evening-focused schedule suits a relaxed dinner, date or small celebration, and catering is available for occasions beyond the restaurant.

Reservations are part of the experience, particularly for Friday and Saturday evenings at Bahnhofstrasse 33.

Madame Sum at Globus Bellevue specialises in creative dumplings and gyoza, balancing familiar combinations with more unexpected flavours and premium ingredients. Its sharing format works particularly well for groups, casual dates and meals built around trying several fillings.

Located on Theaterstrasse 12 in central Zurich, the dumpling bar opens from 11 am daily, with evening service until 10 pm most days and until 8 pm on Sunday.

House of Ren at Tessinerplatz brings together Thai, Vietnamese, Chinese and Indian dishes in a strikingly decorated Asian restaurant. The menu is suited to groups who want variety, with crispy duck in satay sauce, summer rolls, Tom Kha Gai and Massaman curry among the more distinctive choices.

Breakfast and daytime dining are possible as well as dinner, while booking ahead is sensible for busier periods.

Wesley’s Kitchen on Museumstrasse is a Shanghainese food concept built around takeaway and delivery rather than table service. The menu includes fried Hong Kong Hofan noodles and Singapore laksa, with Peking duck available by preorder .

There is no seating area, so it works best for a quick meal near the station or food to enjoy elsewhere. Daily opening begins at 11 am, with shorter Sunday hours.