Best Restaurants near The Cat

Gotthärdli am See is a Thai restaurant and cocktail bar on Zug’s lakeside Seestrasse, close to the old town. It is a meal-first venue rather than a sightseeing stop: expect curries, stir-fries, cocktails, and a compact urban setting with a waterfront feel. Evenings and warm-weather terrace hours are the liveliest, while lunch is usually calmer and quicker.

Hotel Löwen am See pairs a central old-town address with direct Lake Zug frontage, making it as useful for a meal stop as for an overnight stay. The setting is compact and polished: a historic square, waterfront views, and easy walking access to Zug’s promenade, Zyt Tower, and nearby cafés. It suits travellers who want calm, convenience, and a strong sense of place.

Nestled in the heart of Zug, Löwen is a refined brasserie that combines French culinary traditions with a modern twist, offering an exquisite dining experience amidst stunning surroundings.

On Zug’s Landsgemeindeplatz, dieci Gelateria & Café is a straightforward stop for gelato, coffee, and a seat by the lake. It works best as part of a stroll through the old town and promenade, when the square fills with walkers, families, and evening drinkers. In warm weather, the outdoor setting and sunset light do most of the work.

Platzhirsch is a wine bar and restaurant on Zug’s Hirschenplatz, set among the old town’s narrow streets and listed buildings. It draws diners for tartare, wine, and a polished but relaxed evening atmosphere rather than for sightseeing. Expect a compact indoor room, some outdoor seating in fair weather, and a steady flow of lunch, after-work, and dinner guests.

On Bahnhofstrasse in central Zug, Bäckerei-Konditorei Nussbaumer AG is a practical bakery-café for coffee, pastries, bread, sandwiches and the city’s signature Zuger Kirschtorte. It is the sort of place locals use for breakfast or a quick midday break: compact, indoor, and efficient rather than leisurely. Expect counter service, a short sit-down pause, and a steady flow of everyday city traffic.

Nestled in the heart of Zug, Restaurant Widder offers an exquisite dining experience with a focus on Italian cuisine, complemented by a refined ambiance that enchants every visitor. With its elegant decor and attentive service, this establishment is perfect for food enthusiasts seeking a memorable meal.

Nestled in the heart of Zug, Restaurant Schiff & Catering invites tourists to indulge in an exquisite dining experience with a diverse menu that highlights Swiss cuisine and fresh seafood, complemented by a cozy atmosphere and stunning views.

PLAZA is a central Zug restaurant-bar on Bahnhofstrasse near Postplatz, built for casual meals, cocktails, and after-work meetups. Opened in 2018, it serves lunch, dinner, and late drinks in a relaxed, friendly room that feels more urban meeting point than destination attraction. Expect an indoor, street-level stop with a lively evening pulse, especially on weekends.

Più Postplatz is a central Zug Italian restaurant set inside the old post building on Postplatz 1. Expect Neapolitan-leaning pizza, pasta, aperitivo drinks, and a lively room that feels more urban trattoria than destination attraction. It works best for a relaxed lunch, dinner, or wine-led stop in the town centre.