"Cold dishes" Bars in Switzerland
The Kronenhalle bar is a Zurich institution: cocktails that have set the standard for decades are mixed under paintings by Miró and Klee. The iconic lights were designed by Diego Giacometti especially for this location. Here, art, history and bar culture come together quite naturally.
The Old Crow Bar is a place of pilgrimage for spirits lovers - over 1600 bottles fill the shelves, from rare whisk(e)y to forgotten liqueurs. The bartenders mix classics with precision and their own creations with finesse. Tucked away in the alleyways of the old town, the small bar is a treasure trove of liquid jewels.
The bar at the Grand Hotel Les Trois Rois in Basel invites you to spend relaxing hours by the Rhine. Under the direction of Chef de Bar Thomas Huhn sophisticated cocktails, classic drinks, and afternoon tea are created here. Delicious snacks from the renowned hotel kitchen are also served, sometimes accompanied by live piano music.
The IGNIV Bar in the restaurant of the same name shows just how exciting the craft of cocktails can be. The menu features cutting-edge creations alongside perfectly executed classics. As befits an IGNIV, there are also drinks to share. The spectacular Champagne selection is also highly recommended.
Under high ceilings and among avant-garde art, the Canvas Bar at The Dolder Grand hotel serves both classics and original creations such as the "Dolder Negroni". High-calibre snacks complement the extensive menu. Live piano music accompanies you during the day, while a DJ provides the right atmosphere in the evening.
The Widder Bar is one of the city's top addresses. Over 1000 spirits fill the shelves, including a legendary selection of whisk(e)y. The cocktails range from precise classics to sophisticated original creations. There is also live music and wonderful snacks - a bar that is more than worthy of a five-star hotel.
This bar is all about creativity. Guests of the adjoining restaurant start their gastronomic journey with one of the exciting cocktails, but you can also drop by for an aperitif. There is a lot of experimentation and the drinks are designed to surprise but not overwhelm guests.
The American Bar at Château Gütsch sits enthroned high above Lucerne and is reminiscent of a bygone era. At this legendary meeting place for connoisseurs classic cocktails are on the menu alongside exciting original creations. The fine selection of whisk(e)y and rum is a welcome distraction from the breathtaking view.
The award winning barkeepers around Managing Director Ivan Urech lovingly look after guests with the very best creations. Here you can drink in a pleasantly darkened ambience, surrounded by elegant furnishings, and choose from a huge range of distillates or non-alcoholic cocktails.
A self-confident classic in Basel for years. In the imposing ambience of a former machine factory, Werk 8 offers 700 square metres of restaurant, bar and event location. The warm hosts provide guests with excellent cocktails, outstanding wines and soul food with attitude.
This cosy bar in St. Gallen is furnished in an English club style. There is a choice of over a hundred whisk(e)ys, cocktails - both classics and signature drinks - many exquisite wines, fine spirits and much more. The ambience is elegant and the service is extremely attentive and friendly.
The Tales Bar tells stories in a glass. The high shelves are stacked with spirits from all over the world, with the bartenders mixing classics and their own ideas, often with unusual ingredients. Despite the high standard of bartending, the bar is very cosy and the favourite address of many Zurich restaurateurs.
The Bar & Living Room at The Chedi Andermatt epitomises alpine elegance. Savour signature cocktails with Far Eastern influences by the fireplace or on leather sofas, accompanied by fine spirits and light snacks. At weekends, you might find yourself dancing to the beats of the DJ.
The Lakeview Bar & Cigar Lounge at the Bürgenstock Resort impresses with panoramic windows overlooking Lake Lucerne. Signature cocktails and rare spirits unfold alongside Champagne and fine cigars. Elegant interiors and subtle piano music create moments of luxury that leave a lasting impression.
The Herz Bar in Clarastrasse is one of Basel's most exciting addresses for cocktail art. Its award-winning drinks reflect the diversity of the seasons. Fig leaf in summer, pear in autumn and chestnut in winter. Many of the spirits come from the neighbouring city distillery.
A visit to the Hotel La Réserve Eden au Lac is not only worthwhile for sleeping and eating; it is also a great place to drink. There is a fantastic selection of contemporary and classic cocktails, spirits and wine. You can also enjoy delicious bar snacks and often musical entertainment from live DJs.
The bar at the Hotel Beau-Rivage is hard to beat in terms of timeless elegance. The well-trained staff mix classic cocktails and signature drinks and are happy to recommend the right spirit and the perfect glass of wine. Fine bar food is served to accompany them - here too, the emphasis is on tradition.
In the Dr Zhivago Bar, home-made spirits and other selected ingredients are transformed into creative cocktail creations. The ambience is modern and inviting with comfortable leather armchairs and a leafy terrace. Thanks to the attentive service staff and the good atmosphere, you quickly feel at home here.
The Marvelous Bar in the fictional Hotel Rivington & Sons feels like a 1930s New York speakeasy - with a solid wooden bar, dark panelling, brass accents, white curtains and nostalgic tiles. In addition to classic cocktails, there are seasonal specialities as well as beer and coffee.
If you love rum you'll love Bar 63 in Zurich's Kreis 4 district. Over 70 varieties await you here, pure or as creative cocktails such as the in-house Punch 63. The menu changes regularly and offers seasonal inspiring drinks alongside the classics. Non-rum fans will also find alternatives or non-alcoholic drinks.