Intimate Bars in Zurich worth going out for.

Everything here costs more than it should, which makes me stubborn about only recommending what's actually worth it.

I keep track of intimate bars in Zurich and only keep the ones worth going to. Ask me what you're after.

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Top picks

Bar Sacchi

Bar Sacchi

Zürich • $$

Milanese aperitivo & bespoke cocktails

Drinx Bar

Drinx Bar

Zürich • $$

cocktails and gummy bears

Kino Xenix Bar

Kino Xenix Bar

Zürich

Open-air cinema bar

Metropol

Metropol

Zürich

Upscale Japanese café

Mehrspur

Mehrspur

Zürich

Local beers & basement gigs

Rio Bar

Rio Bar

Zürich • $$

Riverside terrace café

ComedyHaus

ComedyHaus

Zürich

Intimate comedy club

Kunstraum Walcheturm

Kunstraum Walcheturm

Zürich

Experimental music haven

Musikclub Lebewohlfabrik

Musikclub Lebewohlfabrik

Zürich

Jazz & art hangout

Hafenkneipe

Hafenkneipe

Zürich • $$

Cozy craft beer refuge

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Tonic Tuesdays

Tonic Tuesdays

Tue, Oct 6 · 6:30 PM

Zürich • $$

Vinyl jazz & natural wine

OTRO - Cocktailbar Zürich

OTRO - Cocktailbar Zürich

Zürich • $$

Affordable cocktails & warm service

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Frequently asked questions

How are these intimate bars in Zurich chosen?

I go through what's actually on nearby and keep only the ones worth the trip. Nobody pays to be on this list.

Is everything here still happening?

Yes. If it's on the list, it's still on — anything that's finished drops off by itself.

How do I find something that suits me?

Open the map and tell me what you're after — a good terrace, somewhere that works with kids, something on tonight. I'll answer and narrow it down with you.

Do I need an account?

No, everything here is browsable without one. An account is how I learn your taste, your people and your saves, so what I show you keeps getting closer to what you'd actually go to. You can also have ideas sent to you by email or message if you want them.

Is it free?

Yes, completely.

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