"Sunday Opening" Bars in Canton Zurich
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.
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.
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.
In the heart of the Hyatt Regency Zurich Airport The Circle glamour meets the art of mixing at the Iris Bar. The blue agate bar shimmers spectacularly while the bar team mixes creative cocktails with homemade ingredients. A stylish spot for jetsetters, locals. and anyone looking for that special drink.
Above the clouds, cocktail enjoyment must be limitless: on the 25th floor of the Prime Tower, the Clouds Bar offers panoramic views over Zurich, the Limmat and the Alps. Seasonal cocktails, some with the bar's own gin, and fine bar snacks complement the elegant ambience. Perfect for sunset moments over the city.
The Bar Sacchi at Lochergut is a hotspot for classic cocktails and Italian flair. Owner Claudio Sacchi combines nostalgic charm with a modern ambience, green leather sofas and 1950s lighting. The Negroni is served from a soda gun. Natural wines and Monday wine specials are also available.
This place of pilgrimage for fans of Mexican spirits is located right next to Wiedikon railway station. The incredible selection of mezcal and sotol is unrivalled in Switzerland. There are also Mexican-inspired cocktails, natural Mexican wines and the bar food also sets a very high standard.
At Baur's, the Grand Hotel bar shows how aperitif culture works today: signature drinks from all over the world, precisely mixed highballs in Japanese glasses and elegant nightcaps. Non-alcoholic creations also impress. Precision, quality and a touch of extravagance make every drink here a statement.
The Barchetta Bar is located directly on the Limmat under the arcades of the traditional Storchen. In summer the terrace is the perfect place to enjoy the sun with an aperitif, a casual lunch, or a stylish drink. In winter warm up with a glass of Champagne or hot chocolate with a view of the twinkling city lights.
Right next to the eponymous cathedral this bar with a cosy atmosphere offers around 100 cocktails, with many other ideas buzzing around in the creative bartenders' heads. The concept is of friendly service, fine drinks and fair prices. There is also antipasti, tomato mozzarella, and chocolate cake.
Cranberry has been a favourite meeting place for Zurich's LGBTQ scene for almost 30 years. Excellent cocktails are mixed here in a relaxed and open atmosphere. The friendly bar team is happy to make recommendations and ensure a good atmosphere. Special events are also organised on a regular basis.
The trendy brewery from Copenhagen is conquering the world. The branch in Zurich is the first in Switzerland, and the hip Wiedikon neighbourhood provides the perfect platform for it. There are always 20 beers on tap, including some Swiss craft beers as well as those from Mikkeller. Events are also organised on a regular basis.
The Cinchona Bar in the 25hours Hotel Langstrasse shows just how versatile highballs can be: served ice cold, simple in design and yet sophisticated in flavour. Between colourful sofas and urban flair, drinks are created that range from classics to creative interpretations - uncomplicated and extremely cosy.
The Lenox Bar is reminiscent of a New York gentlemen's club, but more contemporary. A long bar, modern stools and warm lighting characterise the room. Whisk(e)y plays an important role, whether straight, in an Old Fashioned or Manhattan, and there are snacks to go with it. If you like, you can retreat to the stylish Smoker's Lounge.
The bar in the Sablier is enthroned above the Circle and entices with its panorama and Parisian esprit. Unusual signature cocktails, Champagne and a clever selection of wines characterise the evening. From the terrace, you can look out over the Circle towards the tarmac - a spot that makes even the airport atmosphere glamorous.
The stylish Oko is the place to be for brunch lovers, coffee nerds and cocktail fans. There's something to eat and drink from morning to night. The mostly young international clientele who meet here for after-work drinks appreciate the creative cocktail selection and the small but fine wine list.
The bar on the ground floor of the UBS Building attracts more than just bankers. Freshly baked brioches and sfogliatelle are served in the morning, and warm panini at lunchtime. The aperitivo starts at 6pm with Mediterranean delicacies, creative cocktails, fine wines, and everything that makes barflies' hearts beat faster.
In the heart of the Niederdorf the Andorra Bar pulsates with pure joie de vivre. Beer and whisk(e)y connoisseurs meet wine lovers, while jazz and blues sounds flow through the room. History, tapas, fine drinks, and a young lively team make the bar a hotspot for all those who love enjoyment, music, and a good atmosphere.
The Odeon has been a Zurich legend since 1911. Lenin, Einstein and James Joyce once met here; today, regulars and flâneurs mingle. Marble elements, chandeliers and the large window front characterise the image. Classic cocktails, Champagne and brasserie food are served in this eternal bar.