I was in Basel only for a few hours between a river cruise and a train to Zurich but I really wanted to stop by for some GF baked goods. I visited this location near the train station and was so pleased! The lady was so kind and helpful, she explained some of the different breads and gave us some tips for Basel. I bought a couple of brezels and rolls, and a streusel bar and a cinnamon roll and everything was great. My gluten-eating husband also liked the brezel and said it was as good as some he had eaten in Alsace this past week. The texture of everything was really good, I wish I had bought a loaf of bread to take home but I knew my suitcase was already quite full. If you are gluten free and in Basel, make time to visit this bakery, it’s well worth it! I had a completely different experience to many of the reviews here and suspect that if you are polite and use good etiquette, which means greeting in German and asking in German to speak English, you will also have a great customer service experience. Kindness is met with kindness!
I don't understand why the dishes at the buffet are explained so well but at the end they prepare me a cappuccino with oat milk (just because I didn't specifically ask for cow's milk). As a celiac disease sufferer, I rely on a gluten-free diet and am quite disappointed with how carelessly certain employees at Tibits deal with the topic of "food intolerances". Unfortunately, I have definitely lost my trust in Tibits thanks to my severe stomach cramps. Too bad! Trends are probably given greater weight than serious illnesses.
Buffet type of restaurant
All vegan/vegetarian options with a lot of gluten free options too
Pay per weight
New dishes and classics that stay
Nice to dine in or take away
Enviroment friendly
A wonderful place for a relaxed brunch—and an absolute godsend for anyone following a gluten-free diet!
The selection of gluten-free dishes is huge and truly delicious. The gluten-free bread, in particular, was super fluffy and flavorful. The rest of the food was also fresh, creative, and prepared with lots of love.
The cozy, vintage-style ambiance is simply charming. I'll definitely be back!
Visited on Friday afternoon. There were few clients. The toilet has a code, but it is clean.
The hall is small, it seems to me that there is not enough space there at rush hour.
I was impressed by the view of the square.
Large fries for 5€ are very impressive. No less than gluten-free bread. That's why I tried the double cheeseburger with bacon for the first time. He was warm. I didn't like the potatoes. At McDonald's in France, where I work, the potatoes taste better. This shocked me, because I thought that potatoes were the same everywhere.
Service is the same as everywhere else. I can understand the kitchen staff, the work is hard mentally and physically. It's hard to keep smiling all day, especially if it's the fifth day in a row. But they were polite and fulfilled all requests.
We were there for Sunday brunch. Umami Basel impresses with its beautiful ambiance – both inside and outside. It's a great place for those looking for a quick bite to eat or a leisurely brunch, lunch, or dinner.
The menu offers a fantastic selection of vegetarian dishes and an excellent brunch. Of particular note: They catered to our gluten-free diet with gluten-free bread, delicious pancakes, and other tasty options. Everything is homemade and incredibly delicious.
The atmosphere is cozy and inviting – the perfect place to sit back and enjoy good food. I highly recommend Umami Basel to anyone looking for a special culinary experience. A taste of Levantine cuisine in the heart of Basel!