"Barrier-free" Bars in Switzerland
The Bar am Wasser in Zurich has been one of the best in the city since it opened. Host Dirk Hany offers an innovative concept with cocktail menus that are served in different courses, similar to a fine dining restaurant. Of course you can also drop by for an aperitif or digestif.
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 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.
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 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.
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.
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.
Late Bloomers brings a breath of fresh air to the Langstrasse neighbourhood. The Greek operators regularly win prizes and focus on mastiha, mahlepi and baklava notes in their cocktails and add their signature flavour to classics. Funk, soul and hip-hop are also played - a bar with character that stands out from the mainstream.
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.
At the George Bar & Grill, high above the rooftops of Zurich, classic service culture meets graceful moments of pleasure. Signature cocktails such as Raspberry Ginger Collins or Garden & Tonic shine alongside exquisite wines and a fantastic Champagne list. From the terrace, you can enjoy a view over the whole city.
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.
A record-breaking long Chesterfield sofa dominates the bar at Le Grand Bellevue. On the 17.5 metre long couch, you are served with passion by the attentive team. Whether it's coffee, a lunch menu, an aperitif or a drink after dinner, guests are always served something great here.
The verve by sven bar reflects Sven Wassmer's passion for Alpine products. The bar team puts together cocktails and mocktails from local and homemade ingredients, as well as exciting spirits and other non-alcoholic options. Delicious Alpine cuisine is served to match.
Guests enjoy drinking and lingering on the unbeatable terrace: with a view of the River Aare, surrounded by olive trees, Japanese fan maples, climbing plants and cypresses. In front of them are Negroni or beer, but more exclusive requests are also fulfilled. There are now 50 cocktails on the menu.
This speakeasy is hidden away in a bookshop. There is an intimate atmosphere in the small bar, but you don't have to whisper here. Signature drinks are served, sometimes unusual, sometimes quite classic. The menu is regularly updated, but always includes all the important classics.
The bar in the Spitz near the Landesmuseum focuses on clear drinks and a well-stocked wine list. A mixed crowd meets in the light-flooded room or on the urban terrace. We recommend the seasonally changing signatures or the impressive selection of whisk(e)y, served in a wonderful location right by the main railway station.