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 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.

On Kolinplatz in central Zug, Mont Blanc Caffetteria - Gelateria is a compact Italian-style stop for espresso, gelato, pastries, and light meals. It feels more like a neighbourhood pause than a destination restaurant: quick counter service, a small indoor room, and an easygoing rhythm shaped by coffee breaks, dessert runs, and occasional aperitivo visits. Best for travellers who want a straightforward, well-made sweet stop in the old town.

LucyGoose Ice Creamery on Seestrasse is a compact gelato café set into Zug’s lakeside promenade zone. It is the kind of place you visit for a quick cone, coffee, or pastry before continuing along the water or into the old town. Small-batch gelato, seasonal flavours, and a relaxed counter-service rhythm make it a practical stop rather than a long sit-down outing.