MICHELIN today announced the restaurant selection for The MICHELIN Guide Switzerland 2025. The ceremony took place at the EHL Hospitality Business School in Lausanne.
“Of the 145 Starred restaurants in this selection, 114 have One Star, 27 have Two Stars and four hold Three Stars. Restaurants led by chefs who are also owners are presenting exciting concepts that emphasize respect for ingredients and resources, along with exceptional quality,” said Gwendal Poullennec, International Director of The MICHELIN Guide, praising the remarkable standard of Swiss gastronomy, which this year stands out for its increase in Stars.
Sturgeon from Frutigen, salmon from Lostallo, shrimp from domestic saltwater pools, small-scale trout and char farms, organic lamb from the Engadin, free-range poultry and responsibly produced rapeseed oil—
with a growing focus on regional and seasonal products, chefs and restaurateurs across the country are driving a more sustainable culinary movement.
Many restaurants offering lunch menus have become especially popular, while long-standing establishments continue to thrive under new leadership and fresh concepts, including Le Pont de Brent (Brent) and Talvo (St. Moritz).
At the same time, the trend toward elevated modern counter dining remains strong. Joining previously recognized restaurants such as The Counter (Zurich) and Birdy’s by Achtien – The Nest (Brunnen) are new Stars this year, including Minamo (Lucerne) and Rosmarin (Lenzburg). “Switzerland’s dining scene is also keeping pace with digital innovation: online reservations and streamlined operations enhance the guest experience. Discover outstanding restaurants and inns, bistros and brasseries that impress with genuine hospitality—both in cities and in the countryside,” said Poullennec.
Fine Dining Excellence Confirmed: Four Restaurants Hold on to Three MICHELIN Stars
The new Swiss selection once again highlights an exceptional culinary elite. All four Three-Star restaurants have retained their distinctions from the previous year.Among the country’s top addresses are:
Memories at Grand Resort Bad Ragaz (SG), led by the team around Sven Wassmer
Cheval Blanc by Peter Knogl in Basel (BS), with Peter Knogl as Chef
Restaurant de l’Hôtel de Ville in Crissier (VD), with Franck Giovannini to lead the kitchen
Schloss Schauenstein in Fürstenau (GR), with Andreas Caminada and Marcel Skibba as Chefs
Three New Two-Star Restaurants
Among the 27 restaurants awarded Two MICHELIN Stars, three are new additions.At IGNIV by Andreas Caminada in Andermatt (UR), young Chef Valentin Sträuli—a protégé of Caminada and formerly part of the Schloss Schauenstein team—delivers an exceptional performance. His “sharing experience,” enriched with his own creative touches and inspired by Caminada’s vision, earned the newly listed restaurant Two Stars right from the start.
Ecco, located at the Hotel Giardino in Ascona (TI), also made an impressive leap—from unlisted to Two Stars. The achievement is thanks to Reto Brändli, who first made his name at Berlin’s Lorenz Adlon Esszimmer and now creates a superb, harmonious interplay of classic and modern cuisine based on top-quality ingredients.
In Savièse (TI), Restaurant Gilles Varone rose from One to Two Stars. The restaurant’s namesake chef-owner stands out for his precise, refreshingly unpretentious cooking that highlights seasonal Swiss ingredients.
18 New One-Star Restaurants
The MICHELIN Guide Switzerland 2025 also welcomes 18 new One-Star restaurants, bringing the total number of One-Star establishments in the selection to 114.Among the newcomers is LA in Basel (BS), where chef-owner Matthieu Judenne impresses with a modern, seasonal, minimalist approach expressed through a surprise tasting menu.
Also noteworthy is Le Pont de Brent in Brent (VD), now led by Joeffry Fraiche as both owner and head chef. Shortly after taking over this storied establishment, Fraiche earned a Star for his regional, seasonal cuisine that deftly blends classical technique with contemporary ideas.
At Restaurant Fiescherblick in Grindelwald (BE), Chef Aurélien Mettler and his team serve a modern, seasonal Chef’s Choice menu that places strong emphasis on regional products.
In Lugano (TI), Felix Lo Basso Restaurant is also worth a visit. Here, Felice Lo Basso crafts Mediterranean-inspired, creative cuisine at Star level—placing superb ingredients at the center without unnecessary theatrics.
At Corso in St. Gallen (SG), owner and Chef Markus Schenk showcases the Alpine region on the plate with expressive yet unfussy dishes made from seasonal ingredients—earning his place among the country’s One-Star restaurants.
Talvo St. Moritz (GR) also deserves special attention. Here, Kevin Fernandez succeeded Martin Dalsass and has carried on his long-standing success. Building on carefully selected ingredients, Fernandez’s Mediterranean-inspired cuisine blends classical technique with his own creative ideas, immediately earning this historic restaurant a MICHELIN Star.
Three Winners Honored with MICHELIN Special Awards
This year, The MICHELIN Guide Switzerland presented three Special Awards recognizing outstanding achievements in service, young talent and wine expertise.The MICHELIN Service Award, presented by Pernod Ricard, goes to Nadine Baumgartner of de MATOS in Lucerne, newly awarded One MICHELIN Star this year for the creative cuisine of Oscar de Matos. Baumgartner is recognized for her warm, charming and highly professional approach to guest service.
The MICHELIN Young Chef Award, presented by Blancpain, honors Benjamin Geisser, who impresses diners at Soleil d’Or by David Geisser in St. Gallen with intricate, thoughtfully composed cuisine at Star level—an impressive feat at such a young age.
The MICHELIN Sommelier Award, presented by Swiss Wine, goes to Charline Pichon, Head Sommelier at the renowned Restaurant de l’Hôtel de Ville in Crissier. She is celebrated for her extensive wine knowledge, warmth and ability to perfectly complement Franck Giovannini’s Three-Star cuisine.
Five New Restaurants Awarded the Bib Gourmand
In this year’s selection, The MICHELIN Guide recognizes five new restaurants with the Bib Gourmand distinction, bringing the total to 104 Bib Gourmand addresses across Switzerland.The Bib Gourmand is awarded to restaurants offering particularly good value for money—serving flavorful, well-executed cuisine that is both accessible and often inspired by regional traditions.
This year’s new additions are:
Le Dorian, Geneva (GE)
Au Vieux Nendaz, Haute-Nendaz (VS)
Château Attisholz – Brasserie la Source, Riedholz (SO)
La Scarpetta, St. Moritz (GR)
The MICHELIN Guide Switzerland 2025 at a Glance
(a total of 544 restaurants recommended by the MICHELIN Inspectors)• 4 restaurants with Three MICHELIN Stars
• 27 restaurants with Two MICHELIN Stars (of which 3 are new)
• 114 restaurants with One MICHELIN Star (of which 18 are new)
• 104 restaurants with a Bib Gourmand (of which 5 are new)
In addition to the restaurant selection, The MICHELIN Guide also offers a carefully compiled hotel selection with unique accommodation in Switzerland and around the world. The MICHELIN Key, a new award for hotels, was introduced in 2024. Just as the MICHELIN Stars celebrate the best restaurants in the world, the MICHELIN Keys recognize The Guide's most remarkable accommodations.
Illustration Image: Restaurant Ecco Ascona
