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A Michelin-starred gem on the Rhine, Roots offers an elegant, vegetable-centric culinary journey with exceptional wine pairings.
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A Michelin-starred gem on the Rhine, Roots offers an elegant, vegetable-centric culinary journey with exceptional wine pairings.
"Every team member was unobtrusive but attentive. The wine pairing was superb."
Wine Journey Recommended
Opt for the 'Wine Journey' or non-alcoholic pairings; they're fantastic and enhance every dish.
Summer Terrace Dining
For a special occasion in summer, the river terrace offers delicious food with scenic views.
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Cuisine
Modern European, Vegetarian-focused
Price
$$$
2 Michelin Stars
Excellent cooking, worth a detour. Skilfully and carefully crafted dishes of outstanding quality
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Vegetable-Centric Haute Cuisine
Experience innovative, vegetable-forward dishes crafted with local, seasonal ingredients, recognized by Michelin.
Elegant Rhine Riverfront Dining
Dine in a glamorous, modern setting with stunning views of Basel's old town and the Rhine river, especially from the terrace.
Exquisite Wine Pairings
Savor meticulously curated wine pairings that perfectly complement each course, or opt for excellent non-alcoholic alternatives.
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Wine Journey Recommended
Opt for the 'Wine Journey' or non-alcoholic pairings; they're fantastic and enhance every dish.
Summer Terrace Dining
For a special occasion in summer, the river terrace offers delicious food with scenic views.
Dietary Requests Welcome
The staff are very accommodating with dietary requests, ensuring a pleasant experience for all.
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Wine Journey Recommended
Opt for the 'Wine Journey' or non-alcoholic pairings; they're fantastic and enhance every dish.
Summer Terrace Dining
For a special occasion in summer, the river terrace offers delicious food with scenic views.
Dietary Requests Welcome
The staff are very accommodating with dietary requests, ensuring a pleasant experience for all.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Roots offers a sophisticated and elegant dining experience, lauded for its exquisite, mostly vegetarian cuisine and impeccable service. Diners rave about the artful presentation and flavor combinations, as well as the superb wine pairings. While most reviews are overwhelmingly positive, some patrons have noted that portion sizes can be on the smaller side for the price point.
"A sumptuous experience for the eyes and the palate. Excellent service and a beautiful setting overlooking the Rhine. Mostly vegetarian with a few meat and fish courses. A chef who appeared twice to connect with us and expressed genuine delight and humility at our enjoyment of the whole experience. Every team member was unobtrusive but attentive. The wine pairing was superb as each sip enhanced the flavours on one’s plate. An excellent experience and well deserving of two Michelin stars."
Karen S
"Went here to celebrate a special birthday and had a wonderful night. This is exactly the type of high-end restaurant which was missing in Basel. The new location is lively, stylish and suits the service and food & beverage offered.
Very cool & knowledgeable service team and heartfelt interactions from the chef and kitchen team.
No fuss about dress code / come as you are (creates a diverse more interesting crowd than at other restaurants)
We requested a mix of alcoholic and non alcoholic pairings - absolutely fantastic!
Food Highlights: Fish dishes, Veggie dishes and out of this world patisserie / desserts!
Wishing Roots continued success at their new location…!"
Joia Bu
"A magnificent restaurant for a high-end, discreet, and culinary experience in a peaceful and tranquil atmosphere. With carefully crafted menus and recipes created using fresh, local products, it deserves to be a two-star Michelin restaurant, and many thanks to the friendly and warm welcoming team."
Mustafa Ceceli
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Frequently Asked Questions
Roots specializes in modern European cuisine with a strong focus on creative, vegetable-centric dishes, though some fish and meat options are available.
Yes, Roots is a two-star Michelin restaurant, also recognized with a Michelin Green Star for sustainable gastronomy.
Absolutely! Roots offers exquisite wine pairings and highly recommended non-alcoholic beverage pairings.
The restaurant boasts a glamorous and modern interior with an elegant terrace overlooking the Rhine river, offering a pleasant dining atmosphere.
Yes, Roots is known for being very accommodating with various dietary requests, including vegetarian options.
For a special occasion, consider visiting in summer to enjoy the river terrace. It's also ideal for date nights.
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For more haute fare, hop on a Rhine-powered cable ferry to the riverside terrace of the Michelin-starred roots. Ralph and I once splurged on a seven-course meal there with my brother-in-law Florian, a pilot for Novartis, and his wife, Anna, an art consultant. We washed down morels and pike bathed in various sauces with a few bottles of Weissburgunder from a winery in nearby Riehen.
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Directly situated on the banks of the Rhine, Roots faces Basel’s old town. The establishment itself is located in a congress and event venue, the Rhypark, however, it maintains its elegant and delicate reputation and personality. With a terrace overlooking the city and a glamorous and modern interior, Roots offers its diners a mostly vegetarian culinary experience, with some fish and meat dishes.
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With a focus on local, seasonal ingredients and a view of the Rhine that matches the one in your hotel room, it’s no surprise that this is one of the most popular restaurants in the city. By the time you’ve mopped up the last of your dishes, you’re also unsurprised by its two Michelin stars, such was the quality of the meal.
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For Date night in Summer: I recommend sitting outside on the river at Roots, a Michelin-starred restaurant with a relaxed yet delicious menu.
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At Roots, you can immerse yourself in the culinary world of Pascal Steffen (2 Michelin stars), where it’s all about the vegetables.
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