The 5 Best Zurich Bars

The Widder Bar

Whiskey lovers rejoice. The legendary Widder Bar has got you covered. This classy bar features over 250 varieties of single malt. Located in the historic Widder Hotel, the Widder Bar is home to some of the best live jazz in the city, performed in an intimate setting. In spring and summer, you might catch a performance by Diana Krall or Roy Hargrove.

Acapulco

This casual bar located on a lively alleyway in the Langstrasse district is friendly and fun. Join friends or make new ones at the popular foosball table. One of the only bars that offers a free snack during happy hour.

Oepfelchammer

The oldest bar in the city, operating since 1801, Oepfelchammer is located (predictably) in the heart of old town. This quaint, beautifully-preserved pub also serves traditional Swiss food.

Odeon Bar

A Zurich institution, this legendary coffee house and bar first opened in 1911. Historically, it was haunt of exiled writers and intellectuals ranging from James Joyce to Vladimir Lenin. Today, it's a great Zurich bar to enjoy a leisurely lunch or a pint al fresco in the summer.

Xenix Bar

This artsy bar attached to the Kino Xenix movie theater attracts an alternative crowd. The open-air bar is bigger than the inside area and is one of the best Zurich bars to meet people and drink cheap(er) beer.

After a few drinks at these bars, venture to the best Zurich clubs for a more adventurous night out.