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Lugano Swiss Bistro

3670 The Barnyard, Carmel, CA 93923-7001
831-626-3779
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Ranked #74 of 130 restaurants in Carmel
Price range: $30 - $30
Cuisines: French, Swiss
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Good for: Families with children, Large groups
Dining options: Dinner, Reservations
Dining style: Fine Dining
Cross street: Rancho Boulevard
Description: Lugano Swiss Bistro is a little bit of Switzerland in Carmel. Hand carved wood and colorful geraniums adorn out Alpine-style heated outdoor dining patio; dogs are welcome. Chef Andre"s culinary magic has recreated the unique flavors of Switzerland. Choose from fondues, sausages, schnitzels, pastas, and steaks. Colorful murals and checkered table clothes add to the Swiss atmosphere of Lugano! We can accommodate groups of nearly any size. You can rent the entire restaurant or have a special occasion catered at a location of your choice. Andre Lengacher is one of the finest award-winning Chefs of Europe. He has received impress awards including the First Place in Culinary Art in the Congress House of Zurich, Switzerland. He has also won top honors in Frankfurt, San Francisco, Los Angeles, San Diego, Chicago and Hawaii. "For me" says Andre, "cooking is not a profession, it's an art."
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Miami Beach, Florida
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65 reviews 65 reviews
49 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 38 cities Reviews in 38 cities
111 helpful votes 111 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed May 10, 2013

Overall disappointing, although not awful. Good onion soup. TINY appetizer portion of Raclette (for $13.50) and poorly presented. Three mixed fingerling potatoes served cut up on a plate with just barely warm congealed (not hot and "melty" as it should be) cheese and four tiny (but good) gherkins. Schnitzel was ordinary, although the red cabbage with it was tasty, good... More

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San Jose
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26 reviews 26 reviews
16 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 8, 2013

Went here for a late lunch on a Thursday afternoon. I had the Swiss Onion soup which was very good. Lots of gooey cheese over a nicely spiced broth. For an entrée I had the chicken and penne pasta. It was alright but the sauce was a little too thin. My father had the Schnitzle and really enjoyed it. The... More

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NY
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19 reviews 19 reviews
9 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 6, 2013

We were dying for Fondue and this was the place to go. While it was tough to find, we really loved our meal. We did the 4 fixed pieces. As hardy eaters, we were comfortably full when we left. The salad was key, a nice light start. The cheese fondue was a classic, delicious with full flavor. I was surprised... More

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Monterey, California
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36 reviews 36 reviews
22 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 25, 2013 via mobile

We have stoped in twice prior to grab lunch but, they were full with your buses of Europeans with is why we came back! Made me feel like I was back in Switzerland great ambiance. Good beers on tap and good sausages. Loved the sintzle but wasn't crazy about the spazle wasn't bad just not as cheesy as I remember.... More

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Detva, Banska Bystrica, Slovakia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 15, 2013

The menu has changed since I was there over 15 years ago; I enjoy the Onion soup and Trout. The Place has a Swiss design and Bavarian atmosphere

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Carmel, California
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32 reviews 32 reviews
20 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
37 helpful votes 37 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed February 25, 2013

We really wanted to like it there as we both love Switzerland, but sadly we left wanting more. I ordered Chicken and he ordered the various Sausage platter. We went for a late lunch so the place was empty and the wait staff more concerned with staying in the back then servicing us in the main dining hall.

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Elk Grove, CA
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19 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 30, 2012

Our family of four ordered the Farmer Mountain Sausage Platter, (Pork) Schnitzel, and two orders of the Swiss Pizokel (without the Swiss Chard, kids didn't want the veggie!). We're not experts, but we enjoyed the food, the service and the atmosphere. We didn't have problems with the wait service and the manager visited our table a couple of times. All... More

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Roseville, CA
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11 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 25, 2012

The food was excellent, but the mood and environment was filled with Swiss memorabilia and knick knacks. My wife enjoy the french onion soup and I the sausage plates. We went on a Saturday early lunch, but I bet this place rocks at night.

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Carmel, California
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed October 2, 2012

Tried to pass off Budweiser or Miller beer for a Hefeweisen! Seriously! I used to tend bar in Germany, and I definitely know the difference between American lager and the very distinctive taste of Hefeweisen, which is only brewed certain times of the year, so it has a unique taste. So I sent the beer back, and the waiter brings... More

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Sunnyvale, California
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8 reviews 8 reviews
3 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed August 21, 2012

Cheese fondue has great blend of cheeses. Also served with apples and vegies for lighter taste along with the traditional bread. Tried the schnitzel, it was also excellent. Fun place to visit. Service was great, staff friendly, overall a wonderful experience. We had such a great time we visited again the next night with the same great experience.

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