--- title: "Zunfthausrestaurant Pfistern" url: "https://www.luzern.com/en/gastro/zunfthausrestaurant-pfistern" description: "The Restaurant Pfistern occupies one of Lucerne’s few remaining guild halls. Benefitting from views of the Chapel Bridge, it is where tradition meets modernity – its rustic yet refined rooms and terrace on the banks of the Reuss are a mecca for devotees of fine dining.Seasonal and fresh, its cuisine blends Swiss and Mediterranean traditions. The dining experience is contemporary: imaginative, yet in harmony with local traditions.From the Latin «Pistor»The name Pfister comes from the Latin «pistor», which was what the Romans called their bakers.The Pfister Guild was founded in Lucerne in 1408 by artisans, bakers and millers. The guild hall was where the “great and the good” of this segment of society gathered and where assemblies were held to agree the flour and bread prices and consider the membership of aspiring guild members.In the wake of a number of changes of owner, 1977 saw the guild hall sold to the Lucerne union of master bakers and pâtissiers; under the newly established Zunfthaus zu Pfistern cooperative, the building was refurbished and reverted to its original purpose.Amongst the principal activities of the union are the forging of cordial relations amongst master bakers, the application of the spirit of the original guild to the modern day, and the revival, where appropriate, of ancient customs such as the Bread Market and annual Pfistern Festival." language: "en" type: "Restaurant" image: "https://dam.destination.one/2059495/e85c30db733fcf575783c6a9de0efa459dc517af2ede621d4b5c83c06729feb7/.jpg" breadcrumb: "Root > Welcome to Lucerne > Special > Destination.Data Details > Gastro" --- Share Zunfthausrestaurant Pfistern ============================ - Restaurant - Swiss cuisine, international View of wooden interior View from the terrace of the Pfistern restaurant with a view of the Reuss river At the centre yet outside of all the turmoil. The traditional house dates back to 1578 and is located at the heart of the vibrant old town of Lucerne. It is an oasis for encounters in every season. The Restaurant Pfistern occupies one of Lucerne’s few remaining guild halls. Benefitting from views of the Chapel Bridge, it is where tradition meets modernity – its rustic yet refined rooms and terrace on the banks of the Reuss are a mecca for devotees of fine dining. Seasonal and fresh, its cuisine blends Swiss and Mediterranean traditions. The dining experience is contemporary: imaginative, yet in harmony with local traditions. From the Latin «Pistor» ----------------------- The name Pfister comes from the Latin «pistor», which was what the Romans called their bakers. The Pfister Guild was founded in Lucerne in 1408 by artisans, bakers and millers. The guild hall was where the “great and the good” of this segment of society gathered and where assemblies were held to agree the flour and bread prices and consider the membership of aspiring guild members. In the wake of a number of changes of owner, 1977 saw the guild hall sold to the Lucerne union of master bakers and pâtissiers; under the newly established Zunfthaus zu Pfistern cooperative, the building was refurbished and reverted to its original purpose. Amongst the principal activities of the union are the forging of cordial relations amongst master bakers, the application of the spirit of the original guild to the modern day, and the revival, where appropriate, of ancient customs such as the Bread Market and annual Pfistern Festival. Read more Swisstainable Committed Companies at Level I commit to sustainable management and continuously develop their operations towards greater sustainability. Good to know ------------ Openings Starting Sunday, September 27, 2026, the Pfistern will be closed for renovations until early April 2027 Read more Cuisine types - Swiss cuisine - international Ambience - vernacular Equipment / Facility - Terrace Accessibility / Location - In the city - By the river Target group - Individual guests - Groups Seats Seating (total inside): 170 Seating (terrace): 200 Read more Offers - Dinner - Lunch Important notice **Starting Sunday, September 27, 2026, the Pfistern will be closed for renovations until early April 2027** Read more Social Media Read more Nearby ------ View on map - Event - Art - Art - Art - Place of interest - city Hall - Historic Old Town - Historic Old Town - Tours 22.35 km - Hike 9.05 km - bike tour 27.41 km - Hike Address **Zunfthaus zur Pfistern** Kornmarkt 4 6004 Luzern