The Best Bars in Canton of Basel-Stadt
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.
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.
The Herz Bar in Clarastrasse is one of Basel's most exciting addresses for cocktail art. Its award-winning drinks reflect the diversity of the seasons. Fig leaf in summer, pear in autumn and chestnut in winter. Many of the spirits come from the neighbouring city distillery.
Hidden behind the barracks, but anything but inconspicuous: in the Renée Bar, excellent cocktails, from classic to creative, meet a carefully curated wine selection that impresses even connoisseurs. DJ sets, live concerts and a sophisticated music programme ensure a perfect atmosphere deep into the night.
The Baltazar in Steinenvorstadt has established itself as a firm institution in Grossbasel. On the large terrace and inside in the 70s living room charm danceable music can be heard until late, while creative house cocktails and exquisite wines are served. If you're hungry grab a snack.
Tucked away in Basel's St. Johann district is Barfly, a hidden gem for gin lovers. Over 340 varieties from 51 countries await you here, from classics to rarities. Those looking for variety will also find fine whisk(e)ys, beers and spirits. Gin tastings, an urban ambience, and a living room feeling make the bar a must-stop.
Campari may be drunk everywhere, but the flair of the Campari Bar can only be experienced here. People like to meet for an aperitif under the chestnut trees on the terrace or in the elegant dining room. In addition to Campari, there are classic cocktails, long drinks, beer and wine. Perfect for relaxed moments in the heart of the city.
The Blaupause in Basel is a masterpiece of mixology. With a passion for regional ingredients and handmade syrups, the team conjures up creative cocktails that not only please the palate but also the eye. The cosy ambience with blue velvet sofas immediately makes you feel welcome.
Here you can enjoy Basel's nightlife in a playful, colourful setting. The Grenzwert bar surprises with a large, hidden inner courtyard, uncomplicated, delicious food and excellent cocktails, both creative and classic. On selected evenings, DJs provide the atmosphere, from rock 'n' roll to soul.
The Basso bar serves regional drinks with character. Homemade syrups, liqueurs, Swiss wines, or the seasonal Basso Spritz. The bar combines restaurant and club. Snacks or evening meals are served in a relaxed atmosphere at the bar, and at weekends it becomes part of the club, right by the sound and in the centre of the action.
In the Turm des kHauses the Amber Bar welcomes you with warm art deco charm and a playful golden interior. The team behind the project is the Grenzwert cocktail bar. The roof terrace offers a unique panoramic view over Basel. Cocktails, wines, beers and fine bar food are often accompanied by live music.
Charming, mysterious, unconventional: a wine and cocktail bar with Parisian flair is hidden away in a former Kleinbasel brothel in a historic old town building. Ring the doorbell and immerse yourself in an intimate lounge with fine wines, freshly mixed drinks and hidden corners to discover.
Culinary delights with style are rare at railway stations, but the Lora in Basel proves the opposite: metre-high ceilings, lush greenery and a 15-metre bar. Creative zero-waste cocktails are served from 4 pm. Neapolitan pizza is also served, which will win over even purists. DJs, workshops and tastings regularly provide variety.
Following the takeover by Roger Greiner, the Zum Kuss bar has a fresh and charming new look. Now open daily, the café bar entices guests with coffee, homemade iced tea, aperitif platters, fine snacks and drinks. In the evening, creative cocktails, selected wines and a cosy ambience with a view of the Elisabethenpärkli await.
The centrepiece of this cosy beer bar in St. Johann is the large tap wall, from which 18 different craft beers flow. From a strong stout to an aromatic IPA and a refreshing lager, there is a beer to suit every taste. Simple but delicious snacks are also served.
Located behind the historic walls on the edge of Basel's old town. In addition to the classics from the Teufelhof wine list with 400 items, creative cocktails and fine spirits are also on offer. The Bar & Kaffee Zum Teufel opens in the morning for coffee and homemade cakes and stays open until after dinner.
The Imi Bar is named after the artist Imi Knoebel, who exclusively designed the glass windows of the bar. The atmosphere of the lively interface between the neighbourhood and Volkshaus Basel is correspondingly cosmopolitan. Here you can enjoy classic cocktails as well as signature drinks and delicious bar food.
In the Dreispitz area, this location combines a cultural venue, club, restaurant and rooftop bar under one roof. The "neighbourhood roof" is particularly attractive in summer: On the spacious terrace, you can enjoy refreshing drinks and snacks in a relaxed atmosphere with a view of the neighbourhood before heading into the club to party.
The library bar is a place where different cultures and generations come together. Bookshelves create a cosy atmosphere. The selection of drinks ranges from mezcal and gin to cocktails and homemade infusions - ideal for a relaxed evening or a social gathering.
A dimly lit, cosy cellar club in Kleinbasel, where bar culture and music meet. Everything from blues to rock to metal is played here. A wide range of spirits, plus wine and beer. And for those who want more, the barkeepers are happy to mix the perfect customised cocktail.