Confiserie Sprüngli | Café-Bar

Very crowded filled with very rich looking locals or tourists. Would suggest try getting a seat upstairs if possible. Prices are on par with regular cafes - perhaps slightly pricier but the quality of chocolate is excellent. Worth a visit if you're a tourist or perfect for a treat or special occassion. Some cakes and treats are more affordable than others so always worth asking. Some light lunch options such as club sandwich is also available. Highly recommend the hot chocolate. Staff are busy but polite

Dear Confiserie Sprüngli, we expected better from you! We enjoyed an abundance of chocolate – a large Coupe Denmark and the premium Hot Chocolate with Chocolate Mousse. The drink was served with a small glass of tap water on the side, which we appreciated. However, when I requested an additional small glass of water with the Coupe, I was told that company policy does not allow it and if I wanted more water, I would need to purchase a bottle. This felt unnecessarily restrictive. For an establishment of your reputation, offering a simple glass of water shouldn’t be an issue.

the service was excellent and super fast and efficient. the food was good but a little overpriced but nice presentations. would definitely recommend if your looking for a nice place

Hot chocolate was delicious, but had to wait in line for about 20 mins for a table

Is a great place to sit around and gave a nice coffee. Food is good. Terrace in summer is great but hard to get a sit.

A small and nice cafe-bar. Service is good with a hint of attitude.

The experience was supposed to be good, but it didn't turn out that way. Before ordering I asked the waitress about food restrictions and she said my pick was ok without checking, and I naively believe it. Ironically, in the menu it's said that staff will be happy to help with that.. I know it sounds annoying to some people, but no one chooses to have a health condition. Please consider notifying restrictions on the menu if the waiters aren't trained

Everything is changing, sometimes for better, Confisserie Sprungli on Parade Plätze is amazing, whether you want to drink your coffee or take a break with someone you care

Food 4.0/5.0 Service 4.0/5.0 Value 3.0/5.0 Decor 4.0/5.0 Overall 4.0/5.0 Most of the seating is upstairs with a separate front desk, and that seating comes with a view. The chocolate products are pretty good, but the menu is not super extensive. Super nice spot to stop by in the morning and grab a 2-top by the window overlooking the banf and square.

Delish breakfast spot. They have omelets, and eggs Benedict, and avocado toast. Price point was $40 pp with a coffee and a dish so pricy but delish. I had the mushroom omelet with chives and my friend had the avocado toast with beet hummus. Was very yummy. We had a cappuccino and a drinking chocolate and both were well made and each came with a sprungli chocolate. Was very yummy!

Sweet treats, espresso drinks, spritz and light fare, this particular location offers both indoor and outdoor dining. Cute bistro tables with umbrellas line the boulevard, busy service staff seem to operate like a Swiss watch. There are a lot of pastries and ice cream desserts passing through the service counter - all of which look delicious. I ordered a latte macchiato, my companion an iced brew, both came with a dark chocolate square. My strawberry tart was tasty, portions are modest but flavourful. The macrons are tiny, bite size, probably need to order at least 3. Service staff was friendly, offering us an English menu when she realized we didn't speak German. Great spot for a coffee when you out for a day of shopping or sightseeing. We note they are one of the few coffee places open on Sundays.

This is located at the main train station heading back to Zurich airport. Wonderful for those last min treats before a flight. The gentleman provided excellent service, even on the train to catch. Dazzling array of chocolates. Went well with the Wonka movie I watched on the plane.

Yelp Review 2023 #23: My favorite Swiss chocolatier. This location is easy to get to via tram. This is absolute chocolate heaven! They have chocolate in different forms: truffles, cakes, spreads, ice cream, and drinks. I've been to this location multiple times while I was in Zürich. To have breakfast, to get myself a whole Sprüngli cake to eat by myself, to buy chocolates and Luxemburgerli to give to friends and family (and also for myself). Luxemburgerli: Luxemburgerli are mini macarons in different flavors: chocolate, vanilla, caramel, champagne, raspberry, and seasonal flavors. At the time of my visits, their seasonal flavors were strawberry rhubarb, and Black Forest. They travel well because the packaging is genius and can withstand tram rides, a transatlantic flight, and a car ride home! 5/5 Sprüngli Gateau: Chocolate sponge cake filled with praline buttercream on a japonais base, decorated with ganache rosettes and caramelized hazelnuts. Usually eaten by 4 people or 1 of me. I've eaten this by myself without guilt nor shame. It's the type of cake you would not want to share. 5/5 Mango Lassi: I grabbed a few bottles of mango lassi because why not? It may seem sus for a Swiss chocolatier to have mango lassi but it's actually quite good. 5/5 Matterhorn: Vanilla sponge cake with hazelnut cream filling covered in chocolate. 4/5 Truffle Slice: Chocolate sponge cake with a truffle filling made from dark Swiss chocolate and fresh cream. This is rich but not sweet and small enough to make you want more. 5/5 Sunday Brunch: If you're in Zurich on a Sunday, you might as well try Sprüngli's brunch. You get eggs, deli meats, lox, orange juice, and add hot chocolate. It's a nice spread. 5/5 They have sandwiches, quiche, and other savory items if you don't have a sweet tooth.

We visited this restaurant on our first day in Zurich after walking around Bahnhofstrasse. On the first floor is a chocolate shop with a small coffee shop next door. We were seated at the restaurant on the second floor very quickly despite the busy time. We got soup of the day which tasted like tomato and crème. It was nice to enjoy the warm soup on a cold day. We also got a Sprungli Caramelito which was a nice mix of hot chocolate and espresso. They have very large selection of coffee, chocolate drink, teas and wines. It's a busy coffee shop but the service was fast. We got to enjoy the street view and the credit suisse building. Highly recommend this cute restaurant for a quick coffee stop.

I ended up getting the hot chocolate without the cream. It was yummy. I also got some chocolates as gifts. I have not tried them but the presentation looks great . If they are as good as the hot chocolate, they will probably be amazing as well.

I came to see if this chocolatier is good and no doubt about it. Love the place and especially the smell of chocolat. Tried out their mini size rose macarons and it's perfect. So I bought 4 of them to share with my family. The service is super great and friendly. Love it here. Definitely recommend this place even if it's a bit pricey.

Came to Switzerland and this is the first place I go for a taste of the famous Swiss chocolate.. albeit in cake form. It was pretty delicious, but comparable to bake shops in New York. I actually thought the fruitier selection was more fitting for my palette. Some of the absolute BEST tarts I've ever had! And the macceroons were yummy on another level. Looking forward to trying more variety on my next trip.

Always a safe destination - regardless whether for a full brunch with super delicious Birchermuesli and Gipfeli etc in classical ambiance, or a small lunch, or a coffee with a sweet dessert. Service a bit sparse but when around very attentive. Lovely Nidel-Tuertli, but obviously, Spruengli is world-famous for its Luxemburgerli - often copied, never matched.

I still can't believe there was Vegan chocolate there! No milk or eggs. they had 4 different choices and let me tell you I tried them all and they were the best chocolate I have ever tried! I regret not getting more for the road!!! Definitely recommend getting as much as you can!

Walked past this chocolate shop and had to stop in! When in Switzerland! From the second that we walked in, we were immediately hit with the wonderful aroma of chocolate! There were a plethora of chocolate options and macaroons. There were some chocolates that it was clear what they were, others were not. Some of the signs had English on them, but not all. However, that was not an issue because the staff was very friendly and answered all of our questions! We walked away with a mix of chocolates with different flavors/filings. It was hard to have self-control. Once paid for, we immediately tried two pieces of chocolate! Highly recommend!

Sprungli- if you're in Switzerland and don't go here, were you ever really in Switzerland? Lol. In short, Sprungli is worth every pretty penny, whether it's at their cafe or for gifts abroad. I did buy one too many goodies (how can I not) and despite trying several different truffles, cakes, etc, my personal favorite was their hazelnut milk chocolate bark. A lady who worked there (who had the patience of a saint) said it was her favorite and I can see why. I've heard that this is the most popular item at Läderach but despite theirs being really good, Sprungli's was better IMHO. All in all, if you're in Switzerland (or Dubai, I believe that's their only location outside of the country), it would be a darn shame not to go here.

It's a must visit spot when you are in Zurich or just Switzerland in general. Their products can be found at the airport as well, so you can't miss it. The restaurant experience is great. People mostly prefer the buffet, but we decided to order breakfast set instead. They open Sunday which not all restaurants do that in Switzerland. If you do not have reservations, just show up as soon as they opened in the morning. Highly recommended and I will definitely visit again.

Still looking for the best hot chocolate in Zurich or Switzerland. I didn't find it here. Any suggestions appreciated.

Guys I was disappointed by the flavors!! This is a beautiful chocolate shop in Zurich but I ordered three different truffles and 1 raspberry white chocolate almond cluster as well as two of their take on macarons (pistachio, lemon) and I am sad to report they were all really bad in my opinion. The macarons were almost the taste of Crisco, and they were hard and crumbly instead of chewy. The chocolates were also not as good as I expected, and coming from a visit to Geneva, I found much better chocolate shops there so my expectations were high. Definitely buy 1 or 2 to start before you spend a lot of money on something you might not like. The place was really busy. There is also a cafe next door but you can skip that line and come right into the store if you just want to buy chocolate. Wish they had better descriptions of their chocolates as well, but staff was helpful. They have a lot of chocolate boxes and bars and gift sets if you want to bring something home, but they are quite expensive (most in the 30-50 CHF range)!

The chocolates and macarons are superbly delicious. When it comes to desserts, sometimes the presentation is equally as important as the taste, and Sprüngli brings the business on both of these fronts. I stopped in this location for some coffee and chocolate and had a great time just relaxing in between exploring the streets of Zürich. Yes, it can be expensive, but should not be surprising since it's in the center of town in a high-end district.

Nice coffee, location and service. The chocolate pastry is delicious, not too sweet and pairs well with dpnle espresso. Second floor seating is beautiful traditional Swiss setting with Backdrop of banhafstrasse

If you want to experience the elegance of Switzerland plus the amazing taste of the swish chocolate, in one place; then you must visit the Sprüngli store. I tried it, and it was so good, I came back again; for myself and to buy presents for friends and family. The selection is very large, and everything I tried was simply amazing. The service is 1st class, if not even better. The staff even wears an elegant uniform. The entire experience was amazing. They have more than one location in Zurich. This one am reviewing is a larger location with many more selections.

Amazing selection of chocolates, cakes, and other sweet and savory food (they even had salads to go but I don't think anyone was coming here for that). They sell chocolates by weight so you can get one or two pieces of a bunch of types if you're indecisive like me. They package things up really for you to take home as gifts, but they come at a steep markup just as a heads up. The cafe next door has seating inside and outside, and they make a good cappuccino.

Honesty this place feels a bit too hyped for their Luxembergli. I'm probably not as refined but I didn't taste too much difference between this and a macaron. It is a place that everyone recommends to come for your gifts. But hey what do I know, I'm just a little pig.

The average person isn't familiar with the name Sprüngli, but just about everyone has heard of Lindt chocolates, which Sprüngli owns! The flagship store is a seemingly endless variety of chocolates, pastries, cakes, and desserts all available...at a price! But if you don't crazy you can afford to try a few things without draining your bank account. We grabbed a couple of seductive chocolate desserts to go...the chocolate was ridiculously rich and incredible. You could also sit in the expensive cafe for full service. Either way, you're in for a chocolatgasm.

This is the mother ship of the top Swiss chocolate house. The location has both a retail store and a restaurant. We stopped for treats during our stroll through Zurich; we didn't have a meal. Everything was excellent: chocolat chaud, latte macchiato, dark chocolate truffles, and a slice of streusel cake. We were also on the second floor by a window with a great view of the street. Everything was perfect but pricey.

Woot Woot - definitely a fan of Sprungli! I came here on a whim and ate upstairs in the main dining area for their breakfast. There's plenty of seating, and is the type of place where you just sit down, find a spot you like, while a server will greet you. There is options for an English Menu - so just ask. I got the Classic Brunch which came with a tiered plate of cheese and meats, and eggs to your liking. It was simple, but the display was elegant and special. After dining, be sure to take a look at the store below, where you can and should buy some of their version of the French Macaron ... Luxemobourgli (I know i spelled that wrong) - basically its a macaron that is way sweeter in my opinion and is way more delicate. Its so delicate that it does suggest to eat it within 4 hours - so taking this home to the US may be a problem, Oh well - i ate the whole thing while people watching right across the street anyhow. Also a good idea is to check out thier to-go cups of ice cream. So rich and tasty - perfect for a summers day.

Besides the incredible chocolates, macaroons, ice cream, and pastries, WHAT AN AWESOME PLACE TO CATCH A MEAL. We went for two consecutive breakfast and brunch. Service is impeccable. Smart to give you table receipt so that you can get a la cart dishes- pastries and quiche. My 12 year old loved their quiche Lorraine that he got it again on the second day. He split the buttermilk pancakes with berries. Got to try red currant with it and it came with a special white creamy sauce. The pancakes were buttery and tasted so good. Had madame croquet- as good as some I had in Paris. My wife's scramble egg was fluffy and cooked perfectly. Also go to try their burger- can tell it is fresh and no preservatives like back home. Got to try their coupe Denmark- the chocolate sauce is awesome. Cappuccino was great. Highly recommend. FYI. If you are buying chocolates or macaroons to bring back to US. They have 4 locations at the airport.

Mr & I were looking for a hot chocolate break & came here since it was on the Main Street. Crowded but we didn't wait long to be seated. The hot chocolate was creamy and not too sweet. Perfect & just what we were looking for Grabbed some Luxmeburgerli in the way out - a mini version of the macaron, have to say they were much sweeter & almost like it was filled with a flavored frosting. The raspberry was my fav of the bunch but even so, probably would not get them again Champagne Gold champagne Pistachio Raspberry Caramel Hazelnut So go for the chocolate. You can skip the macarons

Tip- everything is closed in Switzerland on Sunday's. Good news this place is open and you have a good view of the stores around. We tried one chocolate cake and one of the raspberry cakes and they were delicious. We also split an eggs Benedict and ordered lates. I would order everything again if I could. If you plan to buy chocolate, visit on a day that isn't Sunday, as the shoppe is closed. You'll have to go to one of the other smaller stores in the train station to purchase, which I also recommend.

One of the several chocolate and pastry chains in Zürich with many stores through out the area. Ample options and good quality. A chocolate lover's haven.

I love this cafe and their chocolates so much! I ordered the croque madame and it was so delicious. The classic muesli is also soooo good and I wish I can recreate back home. I love the variety of chocolates that they also sell at the store, which make great gifts for loved ones. The luxembourgli are also so yummy and remind me of French macarons! Come here! I can't wait to go back soon.

Made reservations for brunch Our table was in a great location, Tons of pastries options and coffee were great. It's a great experience enjoying your coffee and watch the rush of people in Bahnhofstrasse

This place has a storied reputation, but for me it builds anticipation only to crush hopes later on. Every single time: Recently. Previously in 2015. Initially in 2011. Yet, I've no idea what the allure is: what draws me in, why I keep coming back, or why I care - when it's clearly not meant to be. I guess, it's ineffable. And our differences, irreconcilable - given their strong commitment: to history, to what's worked well in the past. At an Intellectual level, their philosophy makes sense. I completely understand. Luxemburgerli. What their website alternately describes as "legendary", "world famous", a "fascinating delicacy", and "a success story". I'm sure the Luxemburgerli make Sprungli tons of money. I have only one question of the confiserie: if it's all that, then why (yourself) also describe it as a "mini macaroon"? I call it: a baking mistake. I'm sorry for being blunt. Yes, I've always been a contrarian. But, it takes an outsider to see something clearly, stripped to its essence. A Luxemburgerli was someone's interpretation of an ideal: a macaron. Before the age of internet. I'm willing to bet top dollar that most of the people buying this "fascinating delicacy" think they are buying a macaron. It's not. Close, but no cigar. Settling for a Luxemburgerli as opposed to a real macaron is just that... settling. The flavors are too subtle, the shells crispier, and the proportions just off. I used to think alcohol could fix any baking mistake. As I ate the Chocoladen Traum Patisserie (Chocolate Dream), that experiential learning from my amateur baking days seemed to ring true. The pastry seemed monotonous despite the chocolate intensity: chocolate biscuit, chocolate cream, but I kept nibbling at it for some reason. Till I realized, it was the subtle charm of the maraschino liqueur that was toying with me and keeping me hooked. There's good reason why this liqueur made from Marasca cherries has been described in critical reviews as a "secret weapon" for your liqueur cabinet. It singlehandedly made me keep coming back for more. Ultimately, making me forget the disappointment from the Matterhorn slice: hazelnut biscuit pastry with alternating layers of chocolate cream and enrobed in chocolate ganache. But, no. Alcohol, or indeed any "secret weapon", can't fix every baking mistake. Not even the Champagne flavor could make me love that Luxemburgerli... Hey, Pierre Herme: Luxemburgerli are proof that not all Americans like macarons because they remind them of hamburgers! ;)

Best marons (called Luxemburgerli)

A heaven for someone who has a sweet tooth! The selection and quality of chocolate, truffles, pastries and little macaroons is hard to match ! The chocolate mouse is a must try. Beautiful store plus cafe next door. When in Zurich highly recommend to make a stop here.

Quite nice pastry place. You would find some cakes and cookies, a lot of hand made pralines and truffles and small macarons. I love hot chocolate here. The box of chocolate pralines would be a great present.

The place to indulge for chocolate lovers.... Lives up to the hype for all chocolate and desert flavors. Even the hot chocolate is amazing

Stopping in Zurich, I knew I wanted to go to Spungli for their luxemburgerli aka their mini macarons. Once you step in to this place, all you can see are the luxemburgerli, nothing else exists. The other desserts there look amazing too, don't get me wrong, but that's what stood out to me. I ended up getting a box of 16, my husband bought a tin of chocolates, I had a chocolate toffee and cream drink and my husband got a chocolate coffee drink. Both were delicious! We sat outside, facing the Jimmy Choo building and enjoyed our desserts. I wanted to cherish the luxemburgerli for as long as possible but realized that the cream gets really soft and almost melts so I finished it by the end of the day. The chocolates? Just pure amazing! When I visit Switzerland again, I will make sure Spungli will be a stop.

Great place and tasty chocolate! Customer service is good. Macron is delicious. Price is very reasonable.

Came with high expectations. Very nice hot chocolate with espresso (Mocha). Extremely rude waiter asking loudly for tips upon payment making is very uncomfortable. Not a Swiss hospitality as you would expect here. Very disappointing!!!

Though it's the cafe I have been to at Paradeplatz, Sprüngli is first and foremost a chocolatier. The food offered in the cafe is fine, nothing stellar. The cakes and pastries are beautiful, but naturally, the chocolate based desserts are the best. I would not recommend the small raspberry cake which though pretty, is rather bland. Even so, Sprüngli deserves the four star rating because of their chocolate creations! They have a huge and heavenly assortment- really, they're all good! The delicate and sugary Luxemburgerli are wonderful as well

Sprungli is probably the most popular chocolate brand in Zurich, since I saw so many stores everywhere. Yes, their chocolate is pricey, but then pricey seems to be the norm in Zurich. This location has a section for merchandise and another section to just sit and eat. Not only are their chocolate worth buying, but their cakes are delicious as well. It's pretty addictive. I had bought a slice of cake previously and decided I had to get another slice before I left the city. So just spend some time and money here. I definitely recommend!

Having out-of-town guests was the perfect excuse to finally visit the Sprüngli cafe at Paradeplatz. Packed upstairs for Saturday lunch, but fairly quick turnover. We were a bit confused when we sat down at the table, as there was only an ice cream menu and a brunch menu, but nothing for desserts. Turns out you have to order the desserts from memory, or else go to the counter to pick out what you want. We ended up getting our drinks at the table and then picking out the sweets at the counter (which you have to pay for immediately with cash only). Of course I ordered the fabled muesli and got a generous dollop of whipped cream that they charged me an extra CHF 1.50 for. The small portion came with two dense slices of bread, and it made for a light meal. Alas, my verdict is that all the hype is way overrated, as I've had just-as-good, if not even better bircher muesli elsewhere. However, I did get to eat the special Luxemburgerli Creation of the Month, Grand Marnier/Cru Sauvage Deluxe. Like every Luxemburgerli, it was light, sweet, and chewy--but punctuated with the orange flavor of Grand Marnier and a crisp wafer of dark Cru Sauvage chocolate. Mmm...

Great place in the middle of the city. Amazing deserts. Upstairs is seat down eating

We got a couple little cakes from the bakery. Absolutely delicious. The chocolate is VERY rich but there's a crispy layer that lightens it up. The raspberry was so light and airy. The two complimented each other well!

Definitely a good option for a quick bite, brunch or lunch. Their coffees and chocolates are outstanding. Food was also delicious and service was friendly and prompt. They serve all the basic brunch/lunch options (omlettes, burgers, salads etc.). The USP of this place is the location. This is located in a prime spot on Bahnofstrasse. So even if you're not going here for the food, it's a great spot to soak in the vibe of Zurich's most popular shopping street while you're there.

This place is super expensive, but what isn't in Zurich. Although I didn't buy any chocolate here, I did pop in for a cappuccino and sweet treat. As you would expect, it was delicious. With the cappuccino, a piece of chocolate was included which I ate later on the tram. Possibly the best price of chocolate I've ever had. Seriously so good and I continue to regret not purchasing some while there.

Your eyes will go big when you go in.... Mine did! The best macaroons I have had in my life. Better quality and better price than macaroons in the US. They have sandwiches, desserts , chocolates and macaroons for sale which you can order and eat upstairs.

If you are looking for good quality chocolate for a 'reasonable' price in Switzerland, definitely go to Sprüngli. First time in Switzerland so I thought I had to go to every chocolate store and I did. But hands down, the best experience and taste was here! When I came in, I was overwhelmed by not the amount of chocolate and desserts but the amount of people and chaos around specific counters. However, if you just look for someone that works there and ask for recommendations or understanding about certain chocolates, it's not too bad. I can't give it 5 stars because when I came back to try upstairs for brunch, it really turned me off of the whole place. The service was not great and felt super rushed. If I had come here first before buying some chocolate, I most likely wouldn't have bought chocolate from my experience at the restaurant. The food was delicious and ambiance was okay but just not the most enjoyable time overall from my experience.

I'm ready to move into Sprüngli. Everything we had here was absolute perfection in taste, presentation and packaging. The Luxembugerli were delicate and full of flavor. The Spitzbuben Christmas Cookies were tender, buttery, delicious and just beautiful. We also purchased Christmas Almonds which are covered in chocolate and then dusted with cinnamon-sugar and presented in a cute little clear cube box and tied with a ribbon. We had breakfast in the second floor café one morning and enjoyed sampling the Swiss meats and cheeses with the breakfast étagère. They give you a small chocolate with your coffee which is so sweet. The scene is a bit stuffy and not really our style, so we'll stick to the shop and café in the future. We sampled hot chocolate at 3 places in Zurich: Felix, Schober and Sprüngli. We arrived at Sprüngli about 5 minutes to closing time so we ended up taking it to go and even out of a paper cup, Sprüngli was the hands-down winner. It was rich, creamy and full of chocolate flavor. (The other two were more on the milky side.) There were so many things we wanted to try but didn't have the time so we were thrilled to see Sprüngli at the airport as we were flying home. We bought a slice of chocolate cake to share and it was exquisite. We look forward to visiting again next time we are in Switzerland.

Great all around. The service was professional and impeccable. I got to practice a bit of German and they responded back in German...unlike the French, my French is pretty good, but they still respond to me in English. Anyhow, great chocolate and great people watching too!!