The beautiful Swiss city of St. Gallen - pronounced Sank Gallen locally - is located just south of the Lake Constance (Bodensee) in the northeastern part of Switzerland. The city was founded in between the 6th and 7th-century by an Irish monk called Saint Gallus. Legend has it that he commanded a bear to help him build a hut and in turn, he gave the bear some bread as a reward. The place he settled at eventually became the canton of St. Gallen. The most famous landmark in St. Gallen is its Baroque Cathedral and it’s Abbey Library which houses thousands of documents which are over a thousand years old.
In 1983, the whole Abbey area became a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Along with the cathedral, the old town is a wonderful display of 16th to 18th-century burgher houses with colorfully painted windows. There is so much to do in St. Gallen but along with the sightseeing, it is also nice to take a break and dine in at one of its many eateries and restaurants or simply hangout at a cafe. You must also try out their signature Bratwurst. Here are the top 8 places to eat in St. Gallen.
1. Metzgerei Gemperli
The Metzgerei Gemperli is the place to go for you to try out St. Gallen’s signature Bratwurst. Served in a bun called Bürli by the locals, the snack is a popular food for everyone ranging from the students in St. Gallen to the old man down the street. The next time you are in St. Gallen, come down to Metzgerei Gemperli and join throngs of others eager to get a bite of their Bratwurst. A little warning though, the locals don’t eat it with mustard so please, don’t eat it with mustard if you don’t want to be given weird looks by them.
Metzgerei Gemperli
Address: Schmiedgasse 34, 9000 St. Gallen, Switzerland
Website: Metzgerei Gemperli
2. Focacceria
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Dine at Focacceria and be rewarded with a most fulfilling Italian dining experience. This place is also well known for its focaccia - a flat oven-baked Italian bread similar to a pizza. You can choose to put your own selection of toppings on the focaccia and everything will be served to you freshly baked from the oven. They also serve a wide array of pasta, soups and desserts to go along with your focaccia. For wine lovers, have a go at their collection of Italian wine.
Focacceria
Address: Metzgergasse 22, 9000 St. Gallen, Switzerland
Website: Focacceria
3. Einstein Gourmet
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Awarded with a Michelin star and 17 Points Gault-Millau, the Einstein Gourmet is a tapestry of avant-garde French cuisine set to tantalize your taste buds. Prepared by the highly esteemed chefs, Sebastian Zier and Moses Ceylan, an exquisite gourmet of carefully prepared dishes await you. The ingredients used in their dishes are always clean and fresh. A culinary experience in the Einstein Gourmet is one not to be missed in St. Gallen.
Einstein Gourmet
Address: Berneggstrasse 2, 9000 St. Gallen, Switzerland
Website: Einstein Gourmet
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4. Am Gallusplatz
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Am Gallusplatz sits just a few steps away from the famous Abbey of St. Gallen. Being conveniently located right by the tourist attraction, it is an ideal place to take a breather and have coffee or lunch while watching people passing by. Engulf yourself in the late medieval atmosphere of the restaurant while having a meal here. The restaurant offers an array of food and drinks ranging from meaty classics like wiener schnitzel to an assortment of wines and coffee.
Am Gallusplatz
Address: Gallusstrasse 24, 9000 St. Gallen, Switzerland
Website: Am Gallusplatz
5. Candela
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Now, for an ideal candlelight dinner in an intimate atmosphere, Candela is one of the best choice that you can pick. From the moment you enter the restaurant, you will be greeted by their hosts René Engler and Monika Gerster. Upon sitting down at the table, you will be given a menu with a wide selection to choose from. Be it Italian, French, Swiss or Asian, Candela promises you a prompt and swift service to get you dining without a hitch.
Candela
Address: Sonnenstrasse 5, 9000 St. Gallen, Switzerland
Website: Candela
6. Wirtschaft Zur Alten Post
Situated near Gallusplatz is the Wirtschaft Zur Alten Post. The restaurant is a beautiful blend where the old meets the new. Their traditional St. Gallen Swiss cuisine is one for the records as they have a variety of food such as the Kalbsleberstreifen, Kalbsgeschnetzeltes, St. Galler Bratwurst and many more. On top of that, like most of the restaurants in St. Gallen, their selection of wine is also plenty, such as the sauvignon blanc, chardonnay and many others.
Wirtschaft Zur Alten Post
Address: Gallusstrasse 4, 9000 St. Gallen, Switzerland
7. Segreto
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Segreto is another Michelin star restaurant on our list. It is the place for diners to unwind and have a relaxing dining experience. Segreto takes pride in their cuisine as they sprinkle them with a pinch of Mediterranean vigor. Their Italian-influenced dishes such as risotto and their pastas are testaments to that. Their menu is always renewed every six weeks to provide variety in the dining experience; promising their diners a brand new experience from time to time.
Segreto
Address: Abacus-Platz 1, 9301 Wittenbach, Switzerland
Website: Segreto
8. Fondue Beizli
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Now, Fondue Beizli is a restaurant well known for its - wait for it - fondue. The fondue is a famous Swiss dish which is known all around the world. At Fondue Beizli, you will discover an assortment of different types of fondue with a generous amount of fresh bread for you to dip in to. The best dish to try here is the Swiss cheese fondue. The enticing, mouth-watering dish is a popular one among locals and tourists alike. Let the cheese melt in your mouth as you dig into the fondue. This place is not to be missed.
Fondue Beizli
Address: Brühlgasse 26, 9000 St. Gallen, Switzerland
Website: Fondue Beizli
Dig into it
With a wide selection of restaurants from Michelin starred ones to local favorites, the restaurants in St. Gallen offer a myriad of truly diverse cuisines from all over the world. Coupled with high standards of gastronomy and impecable hospitaly, it is a must for you to try out these restaurants the next time you’re in St. Gallen. So select one of these places, dig in and dine at one of the best restaurants in St Gallen.
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