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Restaurant Bären
Cheese Fondue
Highly recommended multiple times as the best fondue in Interlaken with rich flavor and unique liquor taste; noted for its authenticity and the option to enjoy it with alcohol for a special experience. The fondue is described as amazing, hearty, and a must-try traditional Swiss dish.
Rösti (with bacon, egg & cheese)
Praised for its perfect balance of crispiness, seasoning, fluffiness, and savory bacon, with harmonious flavors and reasonable pricing compared to other regions. The rösti was highlighted as a tasty and well-executed traditional Swiss dish.
Pork Schnitzel
Noted as juicy and well-cooked, part of a superb meal experience. It is recommended along with other traditional meat dishes and considered one of the best meals in Interlaken.
Horse Stroganoff
Mentioned for being full of flavor and enjoyed by multiple reviewers. It was served with hash brown potatoes and considered a delicious and traditional Swiss meat dish.
Mixed Salad with House Vinaigrette
Specifically singled out for having an exceptionally delicious and light vinaigrette dressing made in-house that enhances the freshness and aroma of the salad, making it one of the best salads experienced by reviewers.
Apple Pie with Ice Cream
Described as sublime and a highlight among the desserts, recommended for those who want to try a Swiss-style dessert to complement their meal.
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 4:30 to 11:30 PM |
| Thursday | 4:30 to 11:30 PM |
| Friday | 4:30 to 11:30 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM to 11:30 PM |
| Sunday | 10 AM to 11:30 PM |
About Restaurant Bären
Large wooden chalet built in the classic local style & housing a restaurant for mountain cuisine.
Amenities & services
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great wine list
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Late-night food
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Historic
- Quiet
- Romantic
- Trendy
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Children
- Good for kids
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Usually plenty of parking
Pets
- Dogs allowed inside
- Dogs allowed outside
Frequently asked questions
What is Restaurant Bären known for?
Restaurant Bären is best known for traditional Swiss dishes, especially rösti and cheese fondue, with raclette and goulash also mentioned often in reviews. People praise it for serving authentic Swiss food in a historic chalet setting with warm, attentive service.
What dishes are most recommended at Restaurant Bären?
Reviewers repeatedly highlight rösti, cheese fondue with bread and potatoes, raclette, goulash, apple pie, and horse steak. The gratin potatoes and fries also get specific praise for being rich, creamy, and well seasoned.
What is the atmosphere like at Restaurant Bären?
The atmosphere is described as cozy, quiet, historic, and romantic, with nicely decorated indoor seating and a tranquil feel even though it sits next to a busy street. It seems to suit couples, groups, and tourists looking for a relaxed Swiss meal.
Is Restaurant Bären good value, and what is the price range?
The price range is CHF 30–60, and reviewers describe the pricing as fair and typical for Switzerland. Guests often say the portions are satisfying, such as the large fries and hearty fondue service with bread, potatoes, and vegetables.
Do I need a reservation at Restaurant Bären?
Dinner reservations are recommended, and the restaurant accepts reservations. That can be especially useful for evening meals, when guests come for traditional dishes like fondue, rösti, and apple pie.
Is parking available at Restaurant Bären?
Yes. Free parking lot, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Does Restaurant Bären have vegetarian options?
Yes, Restaurant Bären offers vegetarian options.
Is Restaurant Bären kid-friendly?
Yes, Restaurant Bären is good for kids.
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