The location does not make any sense, the service is terrible, there is not enough seating, the…read moremenu is not that great, and I absolutely LOVE IT.
This bar was designed by H.R. Giger, the Swiss artist best known for creating the visual design of the Alien in Ridley Scott's 1979 Film 'Alien.' It looks like the interior of the aliens' spaceship and is full of the biomechanical art style that Guger pioneered. Vertebrae designs arch across the ceiling, pod swivel chairs sit along the bar, a metal alien hangs from a wall, and bones are ingrained in every direction - the design transports you right into the Alien universe.
You can find this alien-themed bar right in the middle of the medieval walled city of Gruyeres, Switzerland. It's at the end of a cobblestone historic road that cars cannot travel down, right before the castle. Why here? No idea. But it's worth the visit.
Trust me, I was a total skeptic. I wanted to experience the medieval history and Swiss culture during my limited time here, so this was not on my list. But I am so glad we stopped.
The service was horrible. And the drinks menu sucked. But a glass of the bright-green Grand Gruyère went perfect in this setting. Highly recommended!