In summer, there’s nothing better than rounding off a hot day with a refreshing drink! If we can also enjoy them in a cool bar, we are perfectly happy. Here are our favorite bars in Zurich.
Sly Grog Bar
Zurich has one more hot spot. On the upper floor of our Aussie favorite, the Outback Lodge, is the new Australian cocktail bar Sly Grog. True to the motto “Life’s too short for bad drinks”, true works of art are served here, enchanting us with their sweet, sour, bitter or fruity notes. We sip our new favorite cocktail in the usual relaxed Aussie atmosphere. Special highlight: the new tea time where we are served a gin and tonic in a tea service.
outback-lodge.ch
Stadelhoferstrasse 18, 8001 Zurich
OMBRA
A pop-up bar with a Mediterranean flair: at OMBRA we come together after a long day and enjoy a Venetian aperitivo with delicious specialties! We either drink an Aperol Spritz or sip a Negroni: until the 31st. July is a busy month here!
@ombra_tellhof
Zwinglistrasse 18, 8004 Zurich
4 animals bar
This bar has nothing to do with animals: In circle four, we find unusual gin creations on the infinitely long menu of the 4 Tiere Bar, which really pack a punch! In addition to signature cocktails such as a Lemongrass Collins with gin and lemon or a Thai Punch with gin and mango, the two bartenders specializing in gin also conjure up numerous other cocktails that will make our taste buds explode.
www.viertiere.ch
Feldstrasse 61, 8004 ZH
Acid
We do without the classics in this bar: Acid serves its own creations without a lot of frills! Here, we find ourselves surrounded by jumbled furniture and green plants, while we discover our favorites in the in-house Spirit Collection.
@acidzh
Langstrasse 67, 8004 ZH
Barchetta Bar
In the heart of the old town: this elegant hotel bar is located directly on the Limmat with a view of Zurich’s Grossmünster. Here, cigars are smoked, snacks are nibbled and the in-house cocktail creations are sipped. From sweet, bitter and salty: every taste is catered for here.
storchen.ch
Weinpl. 2, 8001 ZH
Bar Sacchi
As soon as we set foot through this door, we land in dreamy Italy: in the Bar Sacchi, we are greeted by dusky pink walls and a golden chandelier that immediately transports us back to the Italy of yesteryear. But the real highlight: the drinks gun behind the bar! This shortens our waiting time so that we can enjoy our Negroni and Sicilian olives faster than we can finish this sentence.
sacchi.bar
Bertastrasse 1, 8003 ZH
Bar by the water
Pure luxury: the interior of the bar on the waterfront is not the only thing that is truly extravagant, the drinks menu also promises a lot. Under the gigantic chandelier and with a view of the Limmat, we choose the right cocktail from over 20 different alcoholic creations – and as soon as we sip one of these fine drinks, we are already part of New York’s high society.
baramwasser.ch
Stadthausquai 1, 8001 ZH
Bar 63
Bar 63 is a cocktail paradise: Here, not only does the design of the menu change seasonally, but the drinks also get a makeover from time to time. One cocktail creation that should never be missed is the Punch63: mixed with Ed’s own rum, this drink is an absolute must!
bar63.ch
Rolandstrasse 19, 8004 ZH
Brick – Cocktail bar
A bar straight out of a picture book: Brick walls, subdued lighting and a rustic touch await us in the Brick cocktail bar, which immediately makes us want to stay. Near Helvetiaplatz, we find creative cocktail creations that not only taste great, but are also Instagram-worthy thanks to their unusual containers!
brickbar.ch
Langstrasse 21, 8004 ZH
CLOUDS
High above the clouds: in Zurich’s tallest building, we not only enjoy a breathtaking view of the city at CLOUDS, but also delicious cocktails! With their own award-winning CLOUDS Gin, the bartenders mix their own cocktails that gin lovers should not miss. And when the sun goes down, the drinks at CLOUDS are even more enjoyable.
clouds.ch
Maagpl. 5, 8005 ZH
Kanonaegass Bar
This bar has a real club vibe: in the Kanonaegass Bar we are accompanied through the evening with cool music and delicious drinks. The menu features various cocktail creations, each described in terms of taste with three adjectives to help us make our choice. From 10 p.m., DJs will be spinning and the party can begin!
Kanonengasse 9, 8004 ZH
Kasheme
Drinks and music go together as well as gin and tonic: in addition to delicious cocktails, we also enjoy good sound at the Kasheme Bar! While we dig through the vinyl store, we sip a refreshing cocktail and listen to the pleasant background music. One thing is clear: we won’t be leaving this music bar any time soon.
kasheme.com
Neugasse 56, 8005 ZH
Dante
Let’s immerse ourselves in the world of gin: At Dante, we find a variety of spirits from all over the world, from brands that even true connoisseurs have never heard of. There is also a range of tonics that make the run-of-the-mill drink taste different every time.
dante.bar
Zwinglistrasse 22, 8004 ZH
Felix Bar
This neighborhood bar is at home in Kreis 3: the Felix Bar regularly surprises with new bar classics, new interpretations and cocktail newcomers, all of which are mixed with great skill and passion. This turns every visit into a journey of discovery through the drinks menu, which makes us at least as happy as our next vacation.
felix-zuerich.ch
Kalkbreitestrasse 8, 8003 ZH
Le Raymond Bar
Coffee is served here during the day, but as soon as the sun goes down, the alcohol starts flowing: from classy classics to our own cocktail creations, we find everything in Le Raymond Bar. We enjoy these either at the long bar or on the romantic terrace next to the Sihl.
leraymond.bar
Bleicherweg 8, 8001 ZH
Lima Bar
We drink fine cocktails and listen to music in this elegant bar: emerald green walls, copper-colored lamps and marble tables await us inside. Here we enjoy delicious drinks while a DJ provides live entertainment.
limabar.ch
Talacker 34, 8001 ZH
Nude
Summer, water, sunshine: at Nude we enjoy classic cocktails right by the Limmat! We fill up on vitamin D on the large terrace while one of their signature cocktails is placed in front of us: In this café-bar establishment, far away from the fast-paced city, we find peace and quiet without a doubt.
nude-zurich.com
Wasserwerkstrasse 127A, 8037 ZH
Old Crow
The Old Crow bar is a home for whiskey lovers: named after the American bourbon, this bar stocks a variety of rare spirits! We can either drink the high-quality alcohol straight or enjoy the resulting classic cocktails.
oldcrow.ch
Schwanengasse 4, 8001 ZH
Old Fashion Bar
In the middle of Zurich, we find the oldest bar in the city: the Old Fashion Bar is over 130 years old and impresses us with its charm. On the menu we find numerous classic drinks and new creations, which we also like to enjoy in the idyllic courtyard in summer.
old-fashion-bar.ch
Fraumünsterstrasse 15, 8001 ZH
Raygrodski
Cocktail hearts beat faster at Raygrodski: specializing in drinks, the bartenders serve signature cocktails with that certain cool extra. Inside, we quickly dig our elbows into each other’s ribs, but fortunately we can also sit outside for a relaxed sip.
raygrodski.ch
Sihlfeldstrasse 49, 8003 ZH
Spitz Bar
We don’t just discover historical treasures at the Landesmuseum: With over 250 bottles, the Spitz Bar’s whiskey assortment is a real eye-catcher! In addition to signature cocktails, the menu features drinks that adapt to the season. We sip these either in the fresh air or indoors beneath the artistic LED tubes.
restaurantspitz.ch
Museumstrasse 2, 8001 ZH
Tales Bar
We feel right at home in this cocktail lounge: while we lounge in the comfortable armchairs and sofas, the bartenders help us decide on the right drink.
tales-bar.ch
Selnaustrasse 29, 8001 ZH
The Nest
At the traditional Hotel Storchen, we don’t just enjoy drinks in the Barchetta Bar: from April to the end of October, we can also find delicious refreshments and cocktail creations on its roof. In the rooftop bar The Nest, we sit on the large terrace and enjoy the view over Zurich with a classic in our hands.
storchen.ch
Weinpl. 2, 8001 ZH
Aries Bar
The luxurious Widder Hotel is also home to an extravagant bar: at the Widder Bar, the Zurich tourist sits next to the city hipster and the suit-wearing businessman. Jazz music, steaming drinks (yes, you read that right) and cocktail creations that are sure to knock our socks off: In the Widder Bar, the evening quickly becomes an attraction.
widderhotel.ch
Widdergasse 6, 8001 ZH
– – Rooftop bar
A view over Zurich: on the roof terrace of the Modissa fashion house we enjoy small snacks and refreshing drinks! Below each cocktail on the menu is a flavor chart that helps us choose the perfect refreshment – leaving us more time to enjoy the sunset.
ooo-zh.ch
Bahnhofstrasse 74, 8001 Zurich
Kronenhalle Bar
In the Kronenhalle Bar, we encounter impressive works of art: original paintings by great artists hang on the dark green walls, and we take a seat on matching sofa elements at the heavy marble tables. The drinks are as exclusive as the interior decoration: For anyone looking for luxury, this bar is just the thing!
And if you fancy creating a drink yourself, you can find an original recipe from the Kronenhalle Bar here:
Name: Pirum
2 cl fresh lemon juice
2 cl sugar / vanilla syrup Homemade
2 cl pineapple juice
2.5 cl sake (Junmai Daiginjo quality)
2.5 cl Williamine
Garnish: hibiscus blossom, blackberry and mint
Preparation: Shake all ingredients vigorously over ice cubes and strain into a chilled cocktail glass using a strainer.
Taste: A fresh, fruity and dry drink for the beautiful moments in everyday life.
kronenhalle.ch
Rämistrasse 4, 8001 ZH
You can find out more about our new favorite bar here.
