MAME Gertrud: Zurich Specialty Coffee on Gertrudstrasse
A compact Zurich specialty coffee stop on Gertrudstrasse, where MAME’s roaster-led approach means precise espresso, filter coffee, and beans to go.
MAME Gertrud is a compact specialty coffee shop in Zurich’s 8003 district, part of one of the city’s best-known craft coffee names. Expect precise espresso, filter coffee, and beans to take away rather than a long café menu. The setting is urban and low-key, with a calm, quality-first feel that suits a short stop between errands or a focused coffee break.
A brief summary to MAME Gertrud
- Gertrudstrasse 22, Zürich, 8003, CH
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- Duration: 0.17 to 1 hours
- Mid ranged
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Indoor
- Mobile reception: 4 out of 5
- Monday 8 am-5 pm
- Tuesday 8 am-5 pm
- Wednesday 8 am-5 pm
- Thursday 8 am-5 pm
- Friday 8 am-5 pm
- Saturday 9 am-6 pm
- Sunday 9 am-6 pm
Know before you go
Hi, I'm Eve. Here are a few practical things to know before exploring MAME Gertrud.
- Go for coffee rather than a meal; the menu is likely strongest on espresso, filter coffee, and beans.
- If you want to sit in, arrive outside the busiest morning and lunch-adjacent periods, when a small café can feel tight.
- Treat it as a short stop: the space is best suited to a focused coffee break, not a long work session.
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Getting There
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Public transport
Reach it easily from central Zurich by tram, train, or bus with a short final walk; allow roughly 10 to 20 minutes from the main visitor core.
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On foot
A practical option if you are already in the 8003 area or nearby neighbourhoods; walking time depends on your starting point.
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Bike or taxi
Both are straightforward in the city, though cycling is usually simpler than driving because parking can be limited.
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What it is
MAME Gertrud is a specialty coffee shop on Gertrudstrasse in Zurich, and the newest branch of the MAME coffee brand. The name carries weight among coffee drinkers in the city: this is a roaster-led operation built around sourcing, roasting, and barista technique rather than casual all-day café fare. The result is a place that feels deliberate and compact, with the emphasis on what is in the cup.Atmosphere and setting
The café sits at street level in a residential-commercial part of central-southwestern Zurich, away from the city’s headline sights. It is an indoor, urban stop rather than a destination for views or lingering meals. The mood is usually calm and restrained, with a short, structured rhythm: order at the counter, wait for the drink, then either sit briefly or move on. Seating may be limited, so the space can function as much as a takeaway stop as a place to stay.What to order and how the visit unfolds
Most visitors come for espresso-based drinks, filter coffee, and beans to take home. The experience is straightforward and coffee-focused, with little distraction from the core offer. If you are interested in specialty coffee, this is the kind of place where the details matter: extraction, roast profile, and the clarity of the cup. A typical visit lasts 10 to 20 minutes for a quick coffee, or up to around 45 minutes if you sit in and browse the bean selection.Who it suits
MAME Gertrud works best for solo travellers, couples, business visitors, and anyone building a coffee crawl through Zurich. It is less suitable if you want a full breakfast, a long lunch, or a social café scene. The appeal lies in precision and consistency, not in a broad menu or decorative setting. For travellers who care about coffee quality, it offers a clean, urban pause in a city with a strong specialty-coffee culture.Practical expectations
Access is easy by Zurich public transport, on foot from nearby neighbourhoods, or by bike. Driving is possible but not ideal in this part of the city because parking is limited. The café is indoors and works year-round, with rain, cold, and wind making it an especially useful stop. Expect mid-range to premium coffee pricing by Zurich standards, and a small, efficient operation rather than a sprawling café with many extras.Explore the best of what MAME Gertrud has to offer
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