Your culinary adventure in Zermatt should begin with a visit to Chez Heini, which offers the peculiar but tantalizing Red High Heel Soup, usually the soup of the day, and some incredibly juicy lamb chops. The restaurant spices up the atmosphere with entertaining shows during the evening. Or, for just 8 CHF (approximately $8 US), you can sample the Swiss traditional dish, Raclette, at Du Pont, the oldest restaurant in Zermatt.

Totally worth the slight treck or cab ride to get to Wiestistrasse, Chez Heini is a complete one-off and another Zermatt legend. As much for the personality of its host, Dan Daniell, as for the open fire grilled lamb dishes, which are sourced form sheep still bred locally by his father. Not lacking confidence, Danielle describes himself, in this order, as ‘singer, chef, host, entertainer and lateral thinker’.

Nestled in the heart of Zermatt, Restaurant Chez Heini has established itself as an institution of fine dining. Renowned for its elegant atmosphere, impeccable service, and exquisite cuisine, Chez Heini offers a culinary journey like no other. The menu showcases regional specialties expertly prepared with fresh, local ingredients, ensuring an unforgettable gastronomic experience.

Chez Heini is more than just a restaurant—it’s an experience that combines mouthwatering cuisine with a touch of local history and entertainment. At the heart of the menu is the renowned local lamb, grilled to perfection over an open fire and seasoned with local herbs and spices for an unforgettable flavour. The charm of Chez Heini doesn’t end with its exceptional food.

Owned and run by true renaissance man Dan Daniell, Chez Heini is lively and loud in the best possible way. Enjoy one of their lamb specialities and drink in the eclectic decor, before being serenaded by Dan himself as the evening is brought to a close. This institution has been running for over 25 years and has both the food and performance elements down to a fine art.

Chez Heini A one off and a very different experience in Zermatt – amazing food whilst also having fun with decor, service and music. The chef is entertaining, he works on an open fire, whilst also interacting with tables in relation to wine and service. Definitely go with the set menu of the night, a great range of courses that includes the best lamb.

From the minute you walk into this quirky restaurant, you know you’re in for a good time -- the disco balls, celebrity photos on the wall, mirrored chandeliers and odd décor give it away. The menu is limited, predominantly focused on wood-fired cuts of lamb. I would recommend ordering the melt in your mouth beef cheeks as a starter.

Dine with a difference – Chez Heini (www.chezheini.com) is great fun and promises to be a night to remember. They specialise in delicious home reared lamb served in a rustic and friendly atmosphere with impromptu cabaret style performances from the owner Dan Daniell.

Erl verwöhnt Sie persönlich in seinem Restaurant Chez Heini. Speisen Sie in einem rustikalen Ambiente, lassen Sie sich vom Duft des Kaminfeuers und den vorzüglichen Lammspezialitäten à la Dan verzaubern.

For a true dining experience, we hear that Chez Heini is known for its lamb, but that’s not all. Chez Heini is also known for its upbeat, 80s dance performances, a local favorite.

Excellent lamb specialities from the home-grown herd served in a rustic atmosphere, accompanied by impromptu performances by the talented host, Dan Daniell....

It’s a lively, fun and restaurant that serves an appetizer in a high heel shoe and presentations that include a record; the food is spectacular, too.

Local lamb grilled to perfection (have the racks) and songs by Heini’s son Dan Daniel (AKA Urs). Frida’s (our local Abba resident) favourite.

**Chez Heini website