One can't exist on bread alone and when you're in the center of town amidst the shopping district…read morepast 9pm on a weekday, where do you eat? You go here. James Joyce boasts having the "best" burger in town (it's not) and our local friend recommended the place more for drinks, but we chose this anyway since its within walking distance from Widder bar where we came from. The menu reads like a dependable Irish pub fare, but with Zurich prices. GAH! I feel destitute in Zurich. Prices of 25CHF and up for an entree is typical. Fish n chips were deliciously crispy; while the burger has decent moist MMMeat. Alas, the cheese was dried out and burnt on the edges. (I mean, how does one manage to burn cheese?!) Sit outside if the weather permits, because the setting is really inviting with tea light candles and fresh flowers on the table. A glass of Lillet Blanc and a Guiness on tap are excellent end of the night drinks. The friendly service warrants the 4th star, but you should go somewhere else for the best burger in town.

No, James Joyce didn't hang out here, but apparently a great part of its interior was brought over…read morefrom Jury's Hotel in Dublin, which JJ writes about in his novel "Ulysses." The hotel had been slated for demolition and the bank that was building a place to entertain its out of town clients bought the wood paneling and decorations and shipped it all over to Zurich--crazy! I read about this place in my guide book and it was also recommended by my Zurich resident friend so I had to check it out. From the outside you'd never be able to tell what the interior holds; it has a quite a modern-looking patio and is on a well-heeled side street off the main shipping drag, Bonhofstrasse. It looks like it could be any other upscale bar until you walk inside: lots of dark gleaming yet well-worn wood, intricate tile work, and period paintings. You can take it all in as you sip the beverage of your choice. We weren't hungry enough to sample their food, but from what I could see on the other tables it looked pretty damn good. The bartender was very nice and friendly and the whole place just felt very comfortable. Well worth a visit.

Great food, service and environment. Service was very polite and prompt. Felt welcomed even as a…read morevisiting tourist.

Have been here about 50 times as we lived across the street from it for a few years…read more Generally good service and atmosphere. Food is OK pub grub, but nothing special. Typically we came here whenever we were too tired to cook and really needed a beer!

We visited Barrel Oak with friends in late December and had a wonderful experience. Since we've…read morebeen in Switzerland, we've consumed more fondue and raclette than you can imagine, and we were craving some good ole burgers. Barrel Oak delivered! Our group ordered burgers, the fish and chips, and pork belly tacos. All of the dishes were absolutely delicious. If we're to visit again, we'd order the sauce on the side for the tacos, but otherwise would reorder the same dishes with glee. I wish we took pics, but everything was devoured too quickly. Everything that came out of the kitchen looked just like the pics online. Service was great, ambiance was cozy, views were spectacular.

This was the first place I came while in Montreux for dinner after a long day of traveling. I got a…read morecider and fish & chips and sat at the bar. The staff were very friendly. The fish & chips weren't bad. Great vibes though, good place to hang out and chill. They have darts and played fun music. Would come back here for a good time.

A quaint Irish hidden away in Central Lucerne. The check-in at the Hotel Astoria recommended it to…read moreus as a great lunch spot and it did not disappoint. Traditional Irish food, well prepared and quite tasty. Also a good selection of Ales on tap.

If you are not a local and are visiting. DO NOT go here!!!…read moreLast night I went here with a friend and the bartender overcharged me for 2 Guinness Beers. The usually price is about CHF 10 but he charges me CHF 15 each!! I couldn't believe they charged me 30 CHF for 2 beers! I went to a nicer bar and they mentioned that I basically got ripped. Who knew Swiss locals at this bar treated their tourist this way. They should be completely ashamed. And the bartender the audacity to ask me if I wanted another round! Please people, DO NOT drink here unless you want to get ripped off!!

Very rude staff. Told us to go to side door which was kitchen. Extremely disrespectful and…read moredeceitful.

I ate here twice during my time in Interlaken, purely out of its convenient location…read more The nachos were stale and tasted so strange. We only ate them because that was all they had available from their late night menu. Service was slow and our waiter was strange. We returned only because it was next to our hostel and we were starving. We were very pleasantly surprised by our burger and fries, but it still took awhile to get our checks.

Pub with pizza. Very good beer selection, but no Irish fare, really?…read moreHad a Black and Tan with Guinness over Kilkenny followed by a Swiss lager. Pizza was flammekuchen, which was good, but where's the shepherd's pie?

The crazy Mondays are really good. They don't have special offer on Monday. It's jut that a lot…read moreof people go there at Monday and you can go party. The cidre is really good. But the prices are really expensive.

I popped in to check it out since I'll be in town for a week in summer. It's in the heart of the…read moretourist area and those on the patio seemed to be having a good time. Inside it was small and dark and blasting Kurt Cobain.

This location goes by Le Murphy, Murphy Irish Pub and Bar Pub Murphys. I'm not sure why, but it's…read moreall the same place. We came here during a busy Christmas market season and it was just what we needed. The bar is small but cozy and during the winter season it's exactly what you need! There is security in the front but he's welcoming and helpful. My husband noticed the bras on the ceiling which are hilarious but not sure why they are there. The owner was delightful and even made us some of their special cocktails since they couldn't do an old fashioned for us. I did not see food on the menu, but come for a night cap - it's needed after a busy day.

Great and friendly service. Food really stinks. I think they know it, but they don't care which…read moreis really embarrassing if you're running an establishment that offers food. Extensive drink menu . Everything we ordered we left on the plate. Our server was good about it, but didn't refund anything. €90 down the tubes . Never again. Taught my kids a lot about Irish pubs and now they never wanna go back to one again. Great work if you're trying to run a business into the ground.

The best--and I mean BEST Irish lamb stew ever…read more It made me sad. I don't think I could ever make it this good. We had a delightful evening. Service was great, people were friendly. Drinks were great, lots of options, reasonably priced. The Mister had a hamburger and said it was excellent. The crowd was a fascinating mix--college students, people our age, the retired crowd. Very enjoyable.

The Penthouse bar is located in the Ramada Solothurn Hotel on the top level and has one of the best…read moreviews of Solothurn at night as you can see the cathedral and city lights from here. The bar has a large selection of cocktails and wines to choose from. Their is lots of comfortable seating, and is a fantastic way to end a wonderful night in Solothurn with friends and enjoy an incredible view. I have found that it is hard to find a good mixed cocktail in Switzerland, and my mohito was quite good.

Good view, but relatively sterile in terms of ambiance. 4 stars for the view, 2.5 for the…read moreambiance...