Lounge Bars in Switzerland
The Bar am Wasser on the Limmat is one of the most popular cocktail bars in the city. In a stylish atmosphere with a view of the river, Dirk Hany and his team serve world-class cocktails, but also have a fantastic selection of wine and Champagne. The particularly attentive service also deserves a mention.
Located in a former machine factory, Werk 8 in Gundeldingerfeld has built up a loyal fan base with high-quality cocktails, great wines and delicious soul food. The focus is on seasonality, regionality and sustainability, ensuring that the bar menu remains varied and ever-changing.
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 really grown-up team has shaped the Karel Korner into a special cocktail bar: in order to avoid products from far away such as lime, lemon or cane sugar, acid and sweet sources are produced in-house and regional ingredients are used wherever possible. The result in the glass speaks for itself.
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 Spitz bar in the Landesmuseum has plenty to offer fans of sophisticated drinking culture. In addition to an excellent selection of wines, there are over 250 whisk(e)ys and other spirits. The cocktail menu is adapted by the dedicated bar team depending on the season. Naturally, only the best ingredients are used here too.
If you order a drink in the departure bar, you can sit back and relax just like in the lounge area of a modern airport. But because you don't have to rush to the gate here, it's worth taking another look at the "departure display", which offers a nice selection of wine and beer as well as exciting cocktails.
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.
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.
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 Tina Bar above Brasserie Louis has cult status in Zurich. This is thanks to the classic interior, but above all because of the friendly bar team, who conjure up good classic and creative cocktails from the excellent selection of spirits. Smokers are also welcome here, as the bar has a fumoir license.
The four Bernese Lorenz, Ben, Marc and Seun have transformed the former Tübeli into a glamorous Taube. With a solid range of spirits, various types of beer and a creative spirit, the experienced bartenders entertain their guests and mix brilliant cocktails that cannot be pigeonholed.
The Kreissaal Bar is home to a refreshingly innovative bar culture. Instead of sticking to the tried and tested, cocktails are mixed with witty, sometimes cheeky and bold ideas, resulting in strong and unconventional flavours in the cocktail glass. Added to this is a resourceful selection of whisk(e)y and good music.
The name says it all here. Manuel's is a cigar, rum and coffee shop on three floors. The wonderful selection of delicacies is not just available to take away: fine rum, cocktails and coffee are served in the bar in the entrance area, while the Smoker's Lounge with walk-in humidor is on the second floor.
Maverick's Cocktail Bar stages cocktails as if they were plays. The bar crew are the directors, mixing bittersweet dramas, sparkling comedies, exotic musicals and full-bodied operas. The guest becomes a spectator, the exciting creations stimulate the mind and body.
A hotspot in the St. Moritz bar scene; when the sun goes down in the evening and you can enjoy the view of the mountains and lake, the Champagne in your glass tingles that little bit more. The rooftop bar captures the spirit of the times with its modern, fresh look and also shows off its creativity when it comes to drinks.
The pretty Bibliothek Bar right next to Barfüsser Platz is a lively place and a texture pot of cultures and generations. Events and themed evenings are held regularly to promote culture and offer guests something new. In addition to delicious drinks, there are healthy poke bowls made from organic ingredients.
If you like gin, you will love the Golden Wave Bar in the casino. You can also visit it without taking part in games of chance. There are around 140 types of gin here, around 40 of which come from Switzerland. Of course, there are also various tonics to mix with it. The atmosphere in the bar is relaxed yet lively.
The Konrad Bar is perfect for both coffee and cocktails. Here you can take an afternoon coffee break, meet up with colleagues for a beer after work or drink your way through the cocktail menu, which includes classics and creative original compositions. Selected snacks are also available.
Up here, high above the rooftops of Lucerne, you can savour the moment - with unusual cocktails, a sophisticated range of international tapas and a harmonious sound backdrop. In short, an ambience that invites you to enjoy yourself in style and lets time fade into the background.