Café & Conditorei 1842 is a charming old world café in the Zurich old town, with delicious and beautiful pastries and cakes.

This cafe used to be called Cafe Schober, a name which still appears in many Zurich guide books as a must-visit (not unfounded). But the current cafe is probably a bit different than descriptions you may have read, as it has changed ownership a few times in recent years.

We usually take our visitors here for their yummy hot chocolate, served with decadent farm-fresh whipped cream. It's not super sweet, so perhaps not everyone's favorite style, but we still love it. We're also partial to their lemon meringue tart and chocolate cake.

Their cozy rooms are a nice place to meet friends and rest your feet after walking around the city. We also love sitting in their atrium, a quiet space with lush plants and natural light streaming in. The outdoor patio in front is a fun place to people watch since it overlooks the main shopping street in the old town.

Note that on weekends, there can be quite a wait for a table. No reservations.

Location: Napfgasse 4, 8001 Zürich

Open: daily 9:00-19:00

Website: www.cafe1842.ch