"Warm Dishes" Bars in Switzerland
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.
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.
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.
Coffee is brewed, afternoon tea is served and cocktails are mixed in the Carlton Hotel bar in a dignified and elegant atmosphere. In addition to classics, the menu also includes luxurious creations such as the Carlton Royal Martini with caviar. You can also enjoy a glass of wine and a good meal here.
Whether on the terrace with a view of the lake or inside the hotel, a visit to the Hotel Eden Roc bar is well worthwhile. There are classic cocktails as well as signature drinks that incorporate local and home-grown products - such as honey from the partner farm. Also worth noting: cocktail culture is celebrated here without alcohol too!
This bar is a jazz kissa, a music bar modelled on the Japanese style. The word "Hidén" does not stand for hidden, but means "gateway to another world". Sophisticated, changing drink specials, classic cocktails, sake, beer and wine are served to jazz music - live and on vinyl.
Manuel's is a bar, shop and cigar lounge all in one. The focus is on rum, from classics to rarities, which are served in cocktails or straight. The humidor offers a wide selection of cigars to match. Dimmed lighting, wood tones and international guests create an atmosphere with character.
The opening of this bar in Niederdorf made big waves. Bar manager Marco Colelli has been known in the city for a long time, having previously worked at the popular Bar Lupo. Here he mixes creative and classic cocktails at a reasonable price - at least for Zurich. Small but delicious dishes are also served.