If this bar is not the definition of cool, it was definitely considered when the Websters were…read moredefining cool. Eclectic, hip, funky, all words that spring to mind. A great venue to catch a live gig, for two reasons: the size of this joint allows only limited numbers inside, meaning an intimate atmosphere and the feeling like you can touch the band, the choice of music and gigs here never fails to impress. If you're dressed up and going here, you probably missed the words eclectic, hip, funky that I used before, but that doesn't mean you wont't be welcome. As per the music, this is an anything-goes bar.

On a Sunday night, this bar is open later than most everywhere else in Zurich, aside from its…read moreLangstrasse neighboring bars that cater to a very different audience (think establishments with clothing optional "performances" and all night hookah bars). It's a bit divey, for sure, but not in a dirty or dingy way. Despite Yelp saying that credit cards are accepted here, the bartenders told me otherwise (with a 30CHF bill), so keep that in mind if you're visiting from out of town and have limited Swiss currency. I'm guessing those instances are probably limited, given the relative neighborhood-y feel to the bar, but with its proximity to the train station you never know. There's not much specifically identifiable as great about Olé Olé, but it's the culmination of everything about the place that just makes it generally lovable. The bartender gals are cheerful and charming, and even manage to have their own labeled beer as a result of their infamy. The patrons are chill, but friendly, so much so that we wound up back at the flat of one of the people we met at the bar to have some after-hours drinks and inevitably chat about global politics (some things never change). Pricing seemed decent, with 4 beers (I think) being about 25-30CHF. They only had the local beer Amboss on draft in two varieties, which was pretty mediocre, but still better than the Bud or Miller products you would find in a similar dive back in the U.S. This definitely feels like more of a shots or whiskey sipping kind of bar. The bathroom deserves its own special mention here, with some of the most odd / interesting decor I've ever seen, featuring a full size skeleton hovering over the toilet with a bouquet of flowers for a groin, and a machine that dispenses something called "Travel Pussy".

This is a very nice location to go out on a weekend and to have drinks…read more The bar is the beginning of the vibrant part of Langstrasse. The interior is nice and well decorated. The crowd is kinda down-to-earth till the a-wanna-be-a-hipster. The music is nice (alternative - Rock). Prices of drinks are OK. Normal prices for Kreis 4. Just pay attention, it is a narrow bar. It gets difficult when you are with more then 4 people. And you can not be outside because it is right at the street. For sure a place to go once in a while.

Fun pub with good food and service. Lively place with great ambiance. Wait staff very friendly and…read morehelpful!

Came here for a late dinner after drinks at Clouds on a Tuesday night. Pretty good vibe, and yummy…read moreburgers and fries. We sat at the bar, and it was fun to people-watch and just hang out and enjoy our food. I was a bit drunk, and the food tasted DELICIOUS. I suppose if I was sober, it would have been just as good though. My friend said his salad had too much dressing on it. But I had a bite and thought it was ok.

Located in the heart of trendy Zurich West, the Nietturm Bar sits on top of the Schiffbau building…read more(with the fancy La Salle restaurant). Although it has two levels, the bar is relatively small, so it will look and feel packed very fast. Service is mediocre, prices high - taking advantage of the location. The view disappointed me: I had expected to see more of the city. The audience reveals that this is not a really trendy place (any more): mostly young, mixed, some agglo folks. Nevertheless, this can be a nice step as you drink your way through the neighborhood. Just don't expect it will be the highlight of the night.

trendy, small and expensive. everything u want for a good night out. nice views too.read more

My friends and I ate in the lounge rather than actual restaurant for lunch. 5/5 service and food…read more Also took photos of the gorgeous Women's washroom. this restaurant deserves way high reviews. Get a reservation for dinner and sunset views

While staying in the Renaissance Hotel, I decided to take a walk around the neighborhood only to…read morediscover Clouds. The restaurant looked appealing as I strolled through the Kreis 5 neighborhood so i got on the elevator and went to the 35th floor where the Clouds restaurant is located. With panoramic views and a semi-elegant ambiance, Clouds looked like a reasonable choice for the evening. The views are of a modern trendy bohemian neighborhood which was once an industrial complex complete with warehouses. After having a cocktail at the separate bar location, I proceeded to the dining area. Think 16 to 24 CHF for a cocktail. The bar offered a full range of cocktails. The menu is eclectic and according to my smart phone, Catalonian inspired by Chef David Martinez Salvany. The menu also features local and international dishes. Loosely interpreted, I would have to concede that it is an accurate description. They have starters and I choose the beef tartar with caviar on top. For the main course I choose the Angus Beef medium rare. Beef throughout Switzerland seems to command a premium price, at Clouds it cost 65 CHF. For what ever reason it takes a long time to be served according to my time expectations. On the bright side, it allows you to enjoy the view longer. For dessert I was contemplating having the chocolate cake with vanilla ice cream. The presentation was worthy of a 5 Star restaurant and tasted just as satisfying. The food was enjoyable, the service begged for more training and the prices were Swiss prices which more often than not shock Americans. . For a three course dinner for one, think 100-150 CHF. In summary, a 3.5 Star rating was probably more appropriate.

Iconic bar in the ground floor of the namesake hotel in Zurich…read more Very distinctive decor with old wooden beams and a jillion varieties of handsome liquor bottles. Bartender was friendly although not chatty. Drinks were well prepared. Small tray of nuts, etc to snack on. Nothing in Zurich is cheap but this wasn't eye popping by their standards. Everyone in our group of 3 enjoyed the experience ( and the drinks).

Between the design and décor of this bar being stunning and the cocktails being next level, this…read morebar adds a special sense of occasion and privilege to your night. The space is so beautiful that it makes you want to capture it in photos to take home. The cocktail list is short but extremely inventive and considered. I'm picky about cocktails and was on a stopover after a two week holiday where I shied away from ordering them because nothing seemed worth ordering in the area I was visiting. This menu was overwhelming, though--so many creative and thought-provoking options that it was hard to choose. We each selected one and it was utterly delicious, making us wish we had time for a second! We weren't sure what to wear and were surprised to see quite a mix, from people dressed in smart casual up to elegant attire. So it's not super prescriptive in that way. Also worth noting--my partner is celiac, so we need strict gluten free food with no cross contamination. At least one of the drinks was elaborate enough (featuring lacto-fermented strawberries) that we thought it was worth double checking with the server about cross-contamination. He took it seriously and advised us confidently (as the other hotel staff had done in our hotel experience with the Widder), and my partner stayed safe. So while we didn't order food, I suspect they would have navigated the issue well.

Higher end restaurant inside of the Schiffbau, which is used for the performing arts…read more Nicely surrounded by glass. Building is unique for sure. Food was decent, pricey, but good.

I came here for a work dinner, so we were a large group. The staff was very friendly and they had…read moremenus for us in both German and in English. I think there was a special seasonal menu that was only in German though, so we had to get some of the German-speakers in our group to translate it. The restaurant is in an industrial building, but they made it very elegant inside. I saw a lot of suited types dining at other tables, so I suppose this is popular with the work folks for wining and dining. Perhaps this could also be an elegant date place, but I was just there with coworkers. The food was beautifully presented and tasted quite good, but the service was a bit slow. But that could have also been due to our large group.

We stopped by here after seeing the 1975 down the street just looking to grab a drink and…read moreunexpectedly had one of the most fun nights of our lives. Ammar and Neky made our night so fun and we cherish the time we spent there. Highly recommend stopping by for a drink and making some friends.

This place was awesome! Not being from the area I was just looking for a fun place to have a few…read moredrinks and randomly decided to try Coopers. They had live music (mostly 70s and 80s American hits covers). The staff was super friendly and I ended up meeting some of the local crowd. Definitely a fun place! Just don't drink too many Irish car bombs like I did

Great, easygoing, summertime Zürich spot. It's right on the river and the perfect place to take a…read morerefreshing dip and then have a drink or snack. Even if the weather isn't warm enough yet, or you don't have your bathing suit on, it's still a chill place to chill! Pretty alternative and well laid back! Make sure you bring the plastic beer cups back to the bar to redeem your 1 CHF deposit when you're done funnin' n' sunnin'!

Cool badi bar at the limmat !!…read more It is a very colourfull bar at the limmat. At oberer Letten on the right side (with your back towards the city). This side is the more cool side of the Oberer Letten. The bar has two levels: the ground floor and on the rooftop of the containers. You can also eat some thing here. Especially burgers. I love the chicken burger. It is really very tastfull. The place is really nice, the bar and restaurant are in containers (Frau Gerold Garten Style). And as of september you can have a cheese fondue here. It is nice to eat fondue at the limmat, but not the best one :)