The best bars and cafés Basel

A very nice local bar, the Grenzwert is never empty! With its lounge music, the atmosphere is friendly. You can play table football, sit on the armchairs and sofas at the entrance, at the counter, or in the wooden area at the back of the bar. For the adventurous, you can find the Sonnendeck (from June to August from 6pm when the sun is shining) with the Grenzwert team on the grounds of the NT Areal, an alternative and cultural space set up on the grounds of a disused goods station, at number 80 of the Ufferstrasse.

Founded in the 1970s by Hansjörg Bürgin, Schluggstube is a family-run business. In the space of fifteen years, it has grown from a modest antiques store to an unusual bar and institution. Nestled in the heart of the city center, the Schluggstube is an Ali Baba's cave brimming with treasures for sale, each with its own story and price. It's a popular spot for Cliques during Basel's famous Carnival, imbued with the festive soul of this age-old tradition.

Welcome to Café-Bar Elisabethen, a unique place in the heart of the city, nestled in a church. Enjoy a full range of traditional beverages in a spiritual setting. The sun's rays illuminate the Elisabethenkirche, creating a warm atmosphere. Enjoy a cappuccino as early as 7am. Even in winter, enjoy espressos and Italian sweets. For lunch, enjoy soups and fresh dishes. In the evening, enjoy an aperitif: prosecco, wine or beer.

The Bücheli Caffé Bar Lounge is a trendy meeting place for Basel's nightlife. Right in the heart of the city, this bar welcomes you in a large space with high tables and stools, not forgetting a lounge area with leather sofas and coffee tables. The immensity of the bar makes you dizzy, as does the generous cocktail menu, which is also sold by the liter! In summer, large tables with southern accents welcome you to the pedestrian area. A warm place to try out with friends when you're in Basel. Cheerful, friendly waiters.

Nestled at the foot of the majestic Johanniterbrücke, the Cargo Bar embodies the cultural essence of Basel. More than just a meeting place, it's a sanctuary where friends share aperitifs and memorable evenings. Don't miss the oyster evenings, taste the Isigny specials with a glass of muscadet or crémant d'Alsace. Experience vibrant evenings, with DJs and artists on hand to create an unrivalled atmosphere of Good Vibes. Claude Gaçon and his dynamic team make Le Cargo one of Basel's most popular establishments.

A passion for coffee, specialised knowledge, roasting methods and different preparation methods: welcome to Früling. The place is simple and uncomplicated, with a clear focus on organic and supporting local producers. Open every day, you can also enjoy several organic and local breakfast formulas. At noon, salads and vegetables, fruits accompanied by fresh juice or lemonade. And on weekends, you can have breakfast all day long without worrying about the time!

In the heart of the cultural district, this coffee takes part in the lively life of Barfüsserplatz once dark. Spread over two floors, it offers different atmospheres, a bistro or a more cosy atmosphere. Summer, terrace with comfortable sofas and all year round jazz evenings not to be missed.

Discover Bar Bohemia, an unrivalled experience of pleasure and comfort in Basel's nightlife. The expert baristi will serve you the finest cocktails, spirits and delicacies until late at night. The bar also knows how to satisfy small hungers. A menu offers a variety of dishes throughout the day, from salads to delicious snacks and desserts. The emphasis is on quality local ingredients, cooked daily. From local beer to hand-roasted coffee, let yourself be surprised by this wine and cocktail bar!

Take a moment to take advantage of the atmosphere on the Andreasplatz. This bakery offers croissants ("hell" or "dunkel", white flour or complete meal), treats and drinks; all in organic and fair trade. The wooden table is shared most of the time and the few tables inside are often busy. If there is no room, sit on one of the benches of the square to taste the excellent bakery products. Romantic atmosphere guaranteed!

Domenico Azzarito welcomes you warmly in its café to the sober and modern decor. The small room of a dozen tables is surrounded by Italian accents because there are many accents of the neighborhood (Gottelfquartiere). You can choose between about fifteen coffee variations. It is good to sit at a table in front of the big storefront to stroll and watch passers-by. Very good address also to recover simply, at noon.

A trendy top lounge awaits you in this bar. Apart from its name and its situation in the basement, this bar has nothing ugly! Chill-out zone with nice sofas and low tables. International live music or jazzy. Shishas on demand.

The room is rather nice with graceful stone walls, and a house/disco/lounge atmosphere. On top of the small stairs, a second space with leather red sofas awaits you. Young and connected public.

It's the neighborhood bistro, and it doesn't have much more claim. They play billiards and darts and look at FC Basel football games with friends. Possibility to consult his email. Yellow wooden benches and orange walls.

At Valentino, its bar is like its living room: a sky blue sofa by entering the right, some tables, some chairs, and basically the famous counter. Rather young customers and a good child atmosphere. There are excellent homemade burgers prepared with quality ingredients.

The Scala Basel is a complex for many events (seminars, courses, congresses, theatre…) in the heart of the city, just steps from the Baffusserplatz. The Scala Basel bar is a small corner away from the shopping and luxury of Freie Strasse. The regulars come to read the press and talk about a beer, even the afternoon. Orange interior and black leather benches with scarves from FC Basel - the city football club - in trophies. . for amateurs.

In the pedestrian area, this bar offers delicious cocktails at affordable prices. We love the class and trendy, with white leather sofas, chandeliers and large mirrors. Attention, there are only about places. On the other hand, the terrace can welcome more people from the back of the beautiful days. Very busy DJ evenings on weekends. A very young and trendy atmosphere!

In this pub in the colours of Scotland, everyone orders his beer - be Switzerland, Danish, German or Belgian - in English. There is a football game, or a concert of a local group, but the place counts mainly football fans… and beer!

Small district bar sympathetic to Italian accents near the Spalentor. It is good to take the coffee or stop there to eat a sandwich. Sober décor and young guests.