Burger place located near the plaza at the Opera House. Popped in here to get away from the crowds…read moreof the Christmas Market. Burgers are named after movie themes. My "French Connection" was a burger with Brie cheese. You order and pickup at the counter. They come ala carte or "menu" which adds fries or salad plus a drink. BTW, salad is decent. The place was loud and somewhat busy. People seem to be enjoying their time together and meals. In all a worthy option.

I'm not gonna say that the price of this food didn't hurt my soul a little bit (CHF 27.00 for a…read moreburger, fries, and a drink), but when I got my food, I didn't really care about the price as much anymore. The burger is nicely cooked, the bun is big and soft, and the toppings are all very balancing of one another. Having lived in Italy for the last 3 months, I have been dying for a good quality burger, and this was the perfect place to satisfy that craving.

Decent dive-bar watering hole. I have been here many times. It has a New Orleans-esque Voodoo…read moretheme. Cold beer, strong drinks! Review: 4

Totally chill and cozy bar. It was located just off the main pedestrian walk way. The bartender…read morewas really nice even though our German was terrible. I'd label this as the nicest dive bar I've ever been to. BTW, it was labelled as a gay bar, and it's not.

Lovely ambience, drinks are on the pricy size but the esthetic and the service are both top noch!read more

Nomad is a sure thing: great food, excellent staff, and the kind of place where you feel…read moreimmediately comfortable and welcome. Think of it this way, if you opened a restaurant/bar, you'd want it to be as good as Nomad. If you're in Basel, find a reason to go to Nomad.

Met my friend here as The Pub was halfway between her hotel and my hotel. Super friendly service…read morefrom an American bartender who of course spoke perfect English (with a New York accent). We spent a bit of time here before heading out. Neat drinking spot with lots of different macro brews. I'm sure I'll be back. [Review 21199 overall - 50 in Switzerland - 163 of 2024.]

Formerly "The Fish Inn," this English themed pub has small menu of typical pub bites and selection…read moreof German and British beers on tap. Order food and drink and the bar (menus are in English). I ate the fish and chips, which resembled fish nuggets. Four chunks of fish with lots of chips. Outdoor seating is nice. Service was friendly and the kitchen was open past 2100.

I was recommended to visit this restaurant for traditional Swiss cuisine by a few locals. My friend…read moreand I came here for lunch. The place is located in the heart of Basel, right on one of the main promenades, so it was quite busy that day, mostly with tourists. The restaurant has a big indoor area, plus outdoor seating. We decided to sit inside to enjoy its classic Swiss design and cozy vibe. You can sense the historic charm in the atmosphere, but everything inside was still well maintained and spotlessly clean. Our waiter was very nice and helpful - he gave us tips about Swiss food and recommended a couple of dishes from the menu. The menu, by the way, wasn't very big, and it focused on traditional Swiss classics. We decided to share two dishes: Wienerschnitzel and Cheese Fondue (Käsefondue). The food came out quickly, within about 15 minutes. The pork schnitzel was flavorful and tender, with a perfectly enjoyable texture. We chose French fries as the side, and they were cooked really well. But the star of our lunch was definitely the Cheese Fondue - absolutely delicious! The cheese they used was incredibly rich and flavorful, and the fresh bread served with it was also tasty. Dipping the bread into the melted cheese made it a truly delightful experience. Both dishes were generous in size and more than enough for two people. The only negative about this restaurant is the prices, which are extremely high. The Cheese Fondue cost 38 CHF (about $48) PER PERSON, and the Wienerschnitzel was 40 CHF (about $50). Even though the food was excellent, I found these prices far too steep. The soft drinks we ordered were also expensive - 6 CHF ($8) for a cup of black tea or a Diet Coke. I'm from Miami, where restaurants are pricey too, but not this expensive, so even I was shocked when we got the final bill. Finalizing my review, I can say that I loved every part of my experience at the restaurant except the prices. It's definitely not a place I could afford to eat at every day (like I do in many restaurants in Miami, since I don't cook), but I still recommend checking this restaurant at least once for the experience - to try truly delicious Swiss food. Trust me and order the Cheese Fondue for sure!

Second time here and had the trout again. So delicious. Most customers come here for the pork…read moreSchnitzel. They really do a great job at pounding it thin, egg wash, flour batter and lots of butter. You can literally smell butter as you enter the restaurant and on your clothes as you leave Service top notch. Make reservations as this place always packed.

American on a business trip and I was looking for a nice spot for a solo dinner and beer. Decided…read moreon Matt and Ellys because it was close to the hotel and looked interesting. First the beer. Outstanding. I'm a big NEIPA fan and wouldn't normally order this in Europe but decided wth... it was fantastic. The kind of NEIPA I'd order on the regular back home. Also had a Hefeweizen bc I had to. Also great. The food. So they have a small tapas menu but was looking for more, so looked at the dinner menu. Unfortunately the dinners didn't fit in my company allowed price range (Switzerland is way too expensive), so tapas it was! Honestly it was perfect. Cheese w chutney, salami, falafel and some local meatballs. All delicious and filling. Great experience. Just lower your cost Switzerland and I'd try more! I'll return next time I'm in Basel.

Eight hours of wandering the streets of Basel searching for culture, experiences and sights, I was…read moreready for a beer and a bite. I arrived at Matt & Elly during the pre-dinner time when they have a very limited menu. I did not want a burger so I stuck with the beer and the wifi for an hour or two. By the time for the kitchen to open, I was ready to head somewhere else. Delicious craft beers, a friendly bartender who spoke perfect English, a comfortable space to sit inside (heated area outside) and a speedy wifi. This was a superior spot. [Review 21235 overall - 83 in Switzerland - round number 200 of 2024.]

Deutsche Bierbrauer, die in Basel neu einen Laden und Brauerei betreiben. Ihr Bier ist etwas leicht…read moreund weniger fragrant, als Basel's heimgebrauten Biere, wie Feldschlosschen! Review: 4

-spied this place just before it opened in November of this year. The hubs and I made it a plan to…read morevisit and, for the most part, we are glad we did. There were a few other 'beer geeks', I'm assuming, out braving the cold for fifteen minutes before Volta opened its doors at 17.00 this evening. We were, fortunately, let in a bit early and greeted warmly by the bar staff. One may either order at the bar or wait to be served at table. We opted for the former. The 'tender was both friendly and upbeat, in an American way, actually, and ordering was a charm. One is also able to pay straight away or start a tab. -so nice to have the option. What struck me most about Volta was its design. The place has very ambient (read: dim) lighting, the kind I find so very appropriate for a lounge/pub/bar type joint. Volta seems to have benefited from an incredibly savvy interior designer as well. It's decorated in a mix of natural wood and metal furnishings. The floor appears to be polished concrete. The floor has a mix of two-top bar tables, narrow counter-like spots, group tables and window seating. Industrial-looking light fixtures hand from various points along the ceiling and I spied at least one free-standing, old-timey Hollywood spotlight. -really lent some charm to the place. The music was a curious blend of Andrew Sisters-meets-Techno that Volta had playing just a few decibels louder than the nearly empty place warranted. It was both a bit off-putting and distracting. The menu is comprised of things to nosh on, wines, spirits, and, although there are six tap handles at either beer station behind the bar, only two beers: an IPA and a lager. We each ordered a wee nibble and two IPAs. My order of 'salted lard' (my translation) was ample (seemed about two tablespoons' worth) and served with lovely, warm slices of bread. I enjoyed it very much and felt it to be a good deal at 7 franks. The pair of Weisswürste mit Senf and a hefty Swiss-style (read: soft all over) Brezel--garnished with sesame seeds not salt--(13chf) went down well with the hubs. The 3dl (just under 12 oz) glasses of IPA were fine, not fab. The usual bite I've come to associate with IPA was missing and Volta's is a more floral and less 'hop-y' brew than I'm used to. There was also a sweetness to the finish I hadn't expected. It's a well-made beer, but not what I am looking for in an IPA, unfortunately. I'm encouraged by the number of tap handles and would expect that Volta will unveil more in their beer repertoire as time goes on. A nice Porter would be much appreciated in the upcoming Winter months, am I right? Given that this place is a stone's throw from the Novartis complex, I can well imagine Volta becoming *the* go-to spot after work. For Basel, Volta is a mini-revelation, and, I would imagine, will be leading the burgeoning brew pub scene in town. **generous outside seating **toilets shared w/ adjoining music venue

This is the best place to eat if you want late night vegan comfort food! I worked late and was…read morelooking for a place to eat. Nearly every restaurant was already closed. After walking many blocks, I stumbled upon this gem of a place. It was very packed, so I thought the food must be great. Upon entering the venue, I noticed it had great music and community style tables. I especially love the community style tables which allow for socialization with other locals. The servers were very friendly and helped me find vegan options. I ended up eating the homemade veggie burger and french fries. They were amazingly delicious and flavorful! Needless to say, I will definitely eat here again and am so glad I found this place!

Second time I've had dinner here... Both times I was very happy with my burger. This time I went…read morefor the veggie one. Great flavours! Nice to add mango chutney with sour cream to the fresh tomato and baby spinach... One to keep in mind... I really enjoyed this dish. The place was packed and the service was good. Quite expensive though... I'll be back and can for sure recommend this restaurant!

To our surprise, our first meal in Switzerland was American... albeit with a Swiss twist. We walked…read morearound the neighborhood of our Airbnb Wohnung and bumped into this restaurant (with good reviews on Yelp). The food is fresh, healthy and delicious, and the portions are unmistakably American!

Quite literally the worst cheeseburger i've ever had. God damn this shit sucked, stay far away…read more Also it was $20. The meat tasted like frozen cat food and the salad dressing tasted exactly like gogurt. The manager asked me how the meal was and when I told him it was horrible he became angry and insisted that people come to the restaurant for their renowned burgers. I left this establishment with a deep dark emptiness within me.

Very friendly, welcoming staff and why? Because they're Irish!! Basel is insanely expensive so…read moreexpect everything to cost many francs, but it's worth it when you're having a great time with friendly people.

Good local spot. My daughter frequents there on Friday nights for karaoke. Pitchers were $25 and…read morecould've been filled up but when you're in Switzerland, expect everything to be 2x more $. Please darts, ate, and drank on NYE. The wings, onion rings, and the fish n chips were all very good. Will recommend and will probably return when in Basel again.