Street Food Guide Switzerland 2024: The Best Tapas & Tacos in Switzerland

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In the ‘Falstaff Streetfoodguide’ you will find the top addresses for creative, uncomplicated, urban cuisine at the highest level in north-west Switzerland. Whether with street food classics such as burgers, pizza and kebabs, international trend specialities such as sushi, ramen and bowls or sweet temptations such as crêpes - these cult eateries will make your ‘easy eating’ heart beat faster. What a pizzeria is to pizza, the taqueria is to tacos - probably Mexico's most classic dish. The restaurant La Taquería lets its guests share in the Mexican food culture and joie de vivre. In addition to tacos, the colourfully decorated restaurant also serves quesadillas, burritos and enchiladas.
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The Taqueria in Altstetten takes its guests on a journey through authentic Mexican cuisine and the colourful interior to Mexico for a few hours. In addition to a large selection of tacos, the menu also includes quesadillas, burritos and enchiladas. ¡Viva México!

Altstetterstrasse 140A, 8048 Zurich, Switzerland

As soon as you enter, the unmistakable smell of corn tortillas fills your nose. The restaurant impresses with its modern and Mexican-influenced ambience with street art on the walls and an authentic Mexican menu. Especially recommended: Tacos al Pastor.

Sihlporte 3, 8001 Zurich, Switzerland

The makers of Tortugaa Tacos have made a name for themselves among foodies with their home-made, always fresh ingredients and patiently oven-cooked regional meat. The tacos are available in several variations, including vegetarian, and are served with crispy chips in a basket.

Blumenstrasse 2, 5415 Nussbaumen, Switzerland

Authentic, colourful dishes from Mexican cuisine, including classics such as quesadillas, tacos and burritos. Rudolfo always combines street food from his homeland with the latest trends from around the world. The atmosphere is trendy and informal.

Henric-Petri Strasse 24, 4051 Basel, Switzerland

The Taqueria in Badenerstrasse, not far from Zurich's Lochergut, provides an authentic Mexican fiesta every time you visit! The coluorful interior and the delicious tacos, quesadillas, burritos and enchiladas transport you to Mexico for a few hours.

Badenerstrasse 138, 8004 Zurich, Switzerland

The self-proclaimed "Crazy Burrito Shack" El Cartel rocks Mexican street food. Everything here revolves around burritos, with or without meat - they are all delicious. There are also tacos, nachos and delicious cocktails. Our insider tip: the tacos al pastor!

Militärstrasse 14, 8004 Zurich, Switzerland

You should leave room for dessert at Los Guapos, because the churros are an insider tip! Great selection of Mexican delicacies, all fresh and prepared with heart and soul. There are also tasty alternatives for vegetarians and vegans.

Clarastrasse 13, 4058 Basel, Switzerland

The menu at Buenos is Mexican through and through. Ensaladas, nachos and bocadillos complement various burrito options. Guests decide for themselves how savoury they want the food to be. To try all the variations, you need to plan several visits.

Seetalstrasse 104, 6032 Emmen, Switzerland

Livin' la vida loca or vacation feeling to go is available at El Azteca in Interlaken. It's a great place to dine to guitar music, with a six-course "Menu surprise" on request - a gastronomic journey through Mexico. ¡Vamos a comer!.

Jungfraustrasse 30, 3800 Interlaken, Switzerland

Ghosttacos stands for French tacos and presents the hearty street food dish sometimes in American, sometimes in Indian, sometimes in Mexican style. There is also a wide range for vegetarians: from veggie falafel and vegan nuggets to veggie loaded fries.

Binningerstrasse 15, 4051 Basel, Switzerland