"Live Music" Bars in Switzerland
Ivan Urech and his team create a stage for liquid poetry in the Atelier Classic Bar, taking bold and unconventional paths. The result in the glass is a harmonious combination of optimal ingredients and leaves a lasting impression. The non-alcoholic versions also impress with their sophistication.
In the high-ceilinged rooms of the Chedi Bar, the cosy leather sofas and crackling fire make you feel like you're in a stylish living room. Here you can enjoy carefully mixed creative cocktails with and, above all, without alcohol, teas from the hotel's own herb garden and a large selection of spirits, wine and beer.
Located directly above the "Steinen" exit, the Baltazar Bar is a hotspot for fans of cocktail culture who want to enjoy a sophisticated after-work or a magical night with ambitious drinks, not least thanks to its fantastic terrace. The 70s-style interior is also tasteful.
A visit to the Canvas Bar at the Dolder Grand is a must for cocktail fans. Here, the talented bar team mixes some of the best drinks in town, the wine list is well-stocked and the bar snacks and small dishes can also keep up. The interior of the historic room is also impressive.
Pascal Kunz and Daniel Mumenthaler are old hands in the bar scene. Their quality standards are reflected on the full menu and in the cocktail glass. With almost a thousand spirits, an impressive selection of whisk(e)y and a talented team behind them, the two have created a stylish oasis of pleasure.
The George Bar not only scores with a great view over the city, it also offers a great selection of drinks and delicious bar food. The wine list deserves a special mention, with many fine and rare wines. But there is also something to suit every taste when it comes to cocktails.
The city's hippest Campari bar scores with elegance and nonchalance. Here you can meet in the shaded garden or at the bar in a stylish ambience for a long drink, a glass of wine or an espresso standing up. In addition to the interior, the location between the theatre and the Kunsthalle is also iconic.
Whether it's a seasonal recommendation, a perfectly mixed classic cocktail, a freshly tapped beer or a cigar with a glass of whisk(e)y in its own lounge - the Einstein Bar has everything the bon vivant's heart desires. The ambience and atmosphere can be described as "English club atmosphere".
If you make yourself comfortable on the 17.5-metre-long Chesterfield sofa, you can soak up the special atmosphere of the bar at Le Grand Bellevue. From morning to night, there is something to suit every occasion, fresh pastries, fine Champagne or sophisticated cocktails - all served with style.
The small Raygrodski Bar is located in the middle of the trendy Kreis 3 district, in one of the city's most vibrant squares. It is the perfect place to enjoy a drink outside and watch the hustle and bustle. The talented bar crew mixes excellent, creative cocktails using the best ingredients.
The bar at Sven Wassmer's second restaurant, Verve by Sven, mixes alpine flair with classic bar culture. The cocktails are mixed on the basis of high-quality spirits and are enriched with local ingredients. Even those who don't drink alcohol will find pleasure thanks to the high-quality, handmade alternatives.
If you browse through the extensive bar menu at Anton's Bar, named after the hotel founder Anton Sebastian Bon, you will quickly acquire a taste for it: from exquisite cocktails and exquisite digestifs to a resourceful selection of gin, the bar at Suvretta House offers everything for the perfect savoir-vivre moment.
BAR is the short and snappy name of the bar at the five-star hotel in Lausanne. The atmosphere is cosmopolitan, with an international clientele coming together for classic cocktails and original creations. These are mixed using only the best ingredients and you can smoke a fine cigar on the heated terrace.
Whether it's coffee in the morning, a quick lunch, coffee and cake in the afternoon or a glass of wine in the evening, the Barchetta Bar always has the right thing on offer. Its location directly on the Limmat and in the heart of the old town makes it the perfect place to take a break from the hustle and bustle of the city.
At Bar Capitol, every guest is welcomed with open arms. In keeping with this philosophy, an open exchange is cultivated at the bar counter, where acquaintances and friendships are made. There are also high-quality cocktails mixed by a bar team who are passionate about their craft.
The Cinchona Bar is a meeting place in the middle of Zurich's hectic city centre with a stylish, modern ambience. The focus here is on highballs, uncomplicated and refreshing drinks served in frozen glasses. There are also Middle Eastern snacks from Neni Restaurant and vegan dishes from Future Cuisine.
Conto 4056 brings Mediterranean flair to St. Johann. Antipasti platters that can be put together individually, fresh focaccia and a remarkable selection of wines by the glass make the bar on Voltaplatz a meeting place that transports guests to Bella Italia for a few hours.
The Crapule Club, in the centre of Freiburg, has a chic and metropolitan feel. The interior is stylish and modern, and the atmosphere is often exuberant. The menu features special cocktails mixed by the creative bar crew using the best ingredients. Style is also expected from visitors, as a strict dress code applies here.
Felix Bar is located in the heart of trendy Kreis 3 and is small but stylish and cosy. Here you can enjoy creative cocktails designed by the talented bar team and mixed from the best ingredients. If you would like to learn more about cocktails, you can even book a mixology course here.
The Grenzwert Bar in the middle of Kleinbasel is unique. Not only because of the unusual decor and the secluded little garden in the backyard, but also because special cocktails are always on offer here. The friendly team is very helpful when it comes to choosing the right drink.