Large, hearty portions and friendly but forgetful service: Restaurant Hardhof (25. April 2018)
I like the ‘Hardhof’ because of its simplicity when it comes to the atmosphere, the service and the dishes. The “bread with spread” was lovely as a starting point to kill the immediate feeling of hunger
The “blood sausage quiche with rhubarb chutney and fresh herb salad” (CHF 17.00) was interesting as it was a combination I have not tried before but at the same time it was surprisingly better than I had expected.
The “home-made potato gnocchi with rocket pesto, served on a sauce of ‘blue snow’ and ‘summer sky’ (both blue cheeses)” (CHF 29.00) was great in terms of taste but the whole dish was a bit too oily for my taste as the gnocchi basically swam in the oil – plus the portion was huge!
When it comes to the service, they are very friendly, however, when it comes to their attention, then there is a lot to be desired. The waitress forgot to bring a beer we had ordered (0,3l Hürlimann, CHF 4.40) as well as the double espresso (which was then – as a courtesy – offered). All in all, the Restaurant Hardhof is a lovely place which offers good food for fair prices in a good atmosphere. However, the service is not how you would want it to be. On a busy night, it is advised to book a table in advance.
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Contact Details:
Restaurant Hardhof
Badenerstrasse 344
8004 Zürich (CH)
Tel.: +41 44 492 07 11
E-Mail: info@restaurant-hardhof.ch
Homepage: http://restaurant-hardhof.ch
About the Author: Sven
I started the blog in October 2009, while living in Milan which I definitely consider to be one of the food capitals of the world. I was in touch with food since my early childhood (as my father is a former chef). Whenever I can, I travel the world to discover new places, to meet people but mostly to try local dishes and to find hidden gems! If you know a place worth going, please drop a line to: info@thediningexperience.org.
Currently, I am a member of the following food-related associations: Chevalier @Chaîne des Rôtisseurs Zurich-Ville; Membre Gourmet Dégustateur @Ordre Mondial des Gourmets Dégustateurs [OMGD]; Gesellschafter @Goldener Fisch and Member @Slowfood Convivium Zurich City. 
