[2][3][4] Since Gustav Zumsteg, son of the founder, passed away in 2005 it is managed by his foundation which was established in 1985.

[5][6] The original predecessor, Hotel de la Couronne, was established in 1862 and was already frequented by famous people from Zurich.

In 1924, Gottlieb and Hulda Zumsteg (née Durst), previously tenants in another establishment, acquired the dilapidated building and reopened as "Kronenhalle restaurant".

Their speciality was a mixture of Swiss, Bavarian and other classic dishes such as Zürcher Geschnetzeltes, Wiener schnitzel, Chateaubriand and Mousse au chocolat.

Since he did not have any children, the restaurant today is owned by the Zumsteg foundation which manages the establishment and the permanent collection of art.