Falken Bern – Spanish Cuisine in the Old Town Near Zytglogge

Choose between Spanish dishes or other options at Falken Bern in the middle of Bern’s Old Town! Falken is located near the Zytglogge. It offers a terrace or a simple interior. It is one of the few restaurants in Bern where you can enjoy Spanish food.

• Location: Bern, Old Town (Münstergasse 64)
• Price Range: $$ (Moderate)
• Ideal for: Spanish food in a cozy atmosphere

Our Visit Experience at Falken Bern

Relaxed Atmosphere Right on the Street

Falken Bern is located in the heart of the Old Town, on a nonetheless quieter street. In warm weather, the restaurant offers a shady street terrace, partly under pergolas, partly directly on the cobblestones. Shrubs and banana plants screen guests from the street.

Small Menu with Mostly Spanish Cuisine

The menu is deliberately kept concise, which suggests quality and freshness. It features mostly Spanish dishes like tapas and paella, but also options such as beef tartare or seasonal specialties.

Even before our visit, I knew I would order the paella with chorizo and seafood. As a starter, I opted for a green market salad with seeds.

The service was really friendly and relaxed – up for a bit of fun, but always attentive and not intrusive.

Authentic Paella for Spain Enthusiasts

The leafy salad was served with a very aromatic dressing and fresh bread. The paella was then served as a plate dish – colorfully arranged on the plate.

Flavor-wise, the rice impressed with its subtle saffron taste and the right al dente texture. The chorizo added extra spice to the dish, and the seafood provided the desired variety of flavors. A truly successful and authentic paella!

To finish, I treated myself to an iced coffee – with a lovely cream topping, where the strong coffee flavor remained despite the cream and ice cream.

Overall, Falken Bern offered a convincing experience. Last visited on July 11, 2025.