Always a good spot to grab a pint and watch some sports. This place has a really nice pour, some…read moregreat brews and tons of indoor/outdoor seating! They play American sports and sometimes UFC if that interests you...

Crazy good pub! The food is outstanding classic pub grub that actual has some quality behind…read morepreparation. Nice beer selection with Guinness holding court! The people working are friendly and engaging. Will be back that is for sure!!!

Dante bar in Zürich is famous for its Negroni! There's even a separate menu for all their Negroni…read moreconcoctions! Their napkins have pick up forms ready for guys. ;) A small drawback: credit needs a minimum spend of CHF50 and debit card minimum CHF15.

What a bummer. I was severely disappointed on my most recent visit…read more It was fairly busy upstairs, but downstairs was dead. Despite having having 3 bartenders behind the bar, they couldn't handle our drink orders. It was a zoo! It took forever to get a drink because they are sooooo slow. Some might argue that a good drink takes time, but do you really have to stir the damn ice cubes 640 times to properly incorporate two ingredients? By the time, the bartender was finally done with our unprecedented bulk order of 3 drinks, we asked to pay with a credit card. He asked if it was all together. We said it was two cards. He shook his head in disapproval and rudely said he couldn't deal with it now - he has other drinks to make. So we walked away! He's lucky we came back to order more of the world's slowest and rudest drinks, or we may have just forgotten to pay our tab. I mean, businesses do need money to thrive, don't they? His attitude the whole night was: too cool for school. Bottom line is: their specialty is gin (I prefer, whiskey, tequila and rum to gin anyway) and they make a good cocktail, albeit pricey (15-24 CHF), but there are plenty of other magnificent cocktail bars in Zürich that make incredibly delicious drinks and manage to treat their customers like customers! Think Barfly'z, Hotel Rivington & Sons, Kronenhalle Bar, Tina Bar... and the list goes on... I'm striking Dante from my list.

Came here around 7 pm for some drinks after work. Unfortunately, I wasn't feeling too well, so I…read morestuck with oj and Apfelshorle. Did learn about a new drink though--called "Fish"--which is a mixture of ice tea and vodka? My friends who were drinking it seemed to like it, so I'll have to try it one day when I'm feeling better. This placed was filled with the after-work crowd in suits, and the outside was already filled with smokers. My friend and I were able to get a nice corner inside by the window to sit and chat while enjoying our drinks. They really pumped up the music around 8 pm, and it got really crowded, so you practically had to shout to talk. I was starting to get a stuffy head and decided to bail early. It's definitely a nice place to hang out and decorated with cozy, plush seats. Didn't try any of the food here, but other people's plates looked (and smelled) pretty good. Will have to give it a try some other time.

I was just wandering around this neighborhood when I saw their sign, with its strange blend of…read moreJapanese and Korean. I can read Korean but I wouldn't be able to tell you what the meaning of that sign is--it's some kind of slang that I'm not familiar with. It was closed at the time but I could see through the windows that it was a pretty cool place, with funky decorations and art. I vowed to come back, and a few days later that's exactly what I did. It was around 6:30 so it was a young, hip-looking after work crowd. I thought it was pretty funny that I was the only Asian in the place and I was a tourist. There are some other Korean signs sprinkled throughout, like to the bathrooms and stuff. You order at the bar and they bring out your stuff to you. They have a pretty good happy hour menu--the food prices are a downright bargain for Zurich. I got the currywurst plate and a beer. I was chatting with the very nice bartender and I asked her what the significance of the Korean was, and she said that one of the owners was Korean. Oh, ok, mystery solved. I parked myself at one of the tables by the windows, which were cracked open to let in the night air and cigarette smoke from the patio. I enjoyed the currywurst plate very much; generous portions and it had a very nice spicy sauce accompanying the tender little weiners. The big puffy papadam pieces (like a deep-fried Indian tortilla) were a nice accompaniment. All in all, a very cool place, one that I wouldn't mind visiting again--for happy hour, of course!

We spent our first night in Switzerland at this delightful place dining Al fresco on the quiet…read morestreet across from the Hotel St. Gotthard. The service and welcoming demeanor from everyone on staff was so wonderful to experience! And the food (mixed salad, wienerschnitzel, and cordon bleu both with perfectly hot, crisp fries) was terrific (and very generous portions!)(Salad dressing was a bit too much for the size of the salad so we would order it on the side next time to keep things from getting soggy) Highly recommend this spot for anyone wanting good Swiss food and adult beverages!

No joke, it could easily cost you near 100 USD to get a buzz in Zurich. A.) Cocktails start out at…read more$15USD/Francs. Key words: "start out." B.) The drinks would fall in the category of borderline kiddie cocktails compared to those often found in the States. Needless to stay my $32 at Simplon did nothing...not a thing...in the realm of winding down. The only reaction I had was feeling poor (in the best of company and surroundings). On the upside, this is a beautiful bar. Wisely selected by my Zurich Yelp counterpart, Simon, who joined me and some Swiss Yelpers for a few cocktails on the outside benches. The waitstaff was extremely friendly and hospitable. Promptly greeted with an addictive popcorn whose flavors I couldn't seem to pinpoint (savory, heavy on the butter) - my hand kept going back for more - and more. Our table had a variety of delicious drinks including a thick and refreshing Pina Colada and Basil Smash. Despite its very lavish design and decor, Simplon Bar achieves an inviting and casual ambiance that would easily make me a regular.

Hotel Hechtplatz is a small hotel, situated in an ideal location in the center of Zurich within…read morewalking distance to the train station and close to many restaurants and other attractions, including Burgermeister, which is only 2-minutes away - which I highly recommend if you enjoy gourmet burgers at a great price. Linda is the owner and manager, and she and the staff are all friendly. The building itself is very attractive and the rooms are exceptionally clean and quiet. The atmosphere is casual and there is a bar downstairs with occasional live music. This was my second visit. Highly recommended.

I don't know why someone is posting asian food nonsense for this resto but this in an Italian…read morejoint. This ITALIAN joint is in a classic Swiss plaza and has the best view of the Lake Zurich Canal...20 feet away. Peep my pic. The service is prompt and the pizzas/pastas are perfectly prepared/delicious. Add cold beer. Rinse. Repeat. Be like Louis R, travel to Switzerland.

We had the best time here. Great service. Very clean and nice. Tables and pool cues are all is…read moreamazing condition. Good beer too!

Such amazing food and good service. The drinks are strong and the staff was attentive and very…read morenice. We had the lamb, the duck salad, the steak, and the crispy tuna. Everything was yummy and perfectly cooked. We had a lot of delish food and a lot of fun while hanging out in Zurich. Highly recommend this restaurant with the hidden cute garden.

In Zurich, Switzerland, the Michelin-starred Tao's restaurant serves contemporary interpretations…read moreof traditional Chinese fare. The restaurant has gained recognition for its inventive menu options, crafted using premium, uncooked ingredients. Although the menu at Tao's fluctuates with the seasons, the following are signature items: Black truffle shavings and truffle vinaigrette drizzled over seared scallops. Duck with hoisin sauce, spring onions, and pancakes. Black pepper sauce on Wagyu beef with stir-fried vegetables Tofu map with rice Ice cream made with black sesame seeds and deep-fried Tao's additionally offers a comprehensive wine list comprising various domestic and international wines. An enthusiastic sommelier curates the wine list and is always willing to assist diners in selecting the ideal wine to complement their entree. The service is exceptional at Taos. They are accommodating and congenial and exert additional effort to guarantee a memorable dining experience. The restaurant exudes an air of sophistication and refinement, characterized by its exquisite dining room and intimate bar. In general, Tao's is an exceptional dining establishment that provides an exceptionally distinctive gastronomic encounter. The establishment is characterized by a sophisticated and refined ambiance, delectable fare, and outstanding service. It comes highly recommended to anyone in Zurich seeking a banquet venue for a special occasion.

A great local legend. Hailing themselves as "the last island of the Sihl" (the river Sihl in…read moreZurich), when you step into this joint you transplant yourself to the inner workings of a pirate ship: look up and you'll see a large skeleton staring at you! In the summer, you can really feel the beauty of this location as the soft, cool breeze of the Sihl runs by you as you sit outside with a drink. A no-fuss BBQ food is also available for purchase during outdoor friendly weather. The only negative I find is that there can be at times a lot of smokers outside putting a damper on the nice air, but this is more of a Zurich thang, not El Lokal's fault. The convenience of this location is key - it's a short walk from the Sihlpost stop (Lines 3, 14, 31). Frequented by real hipsters (ya know, those that would never call themselves hipsters), they host regular live band concerts in a cozy atmosphere. Sadly I've heard that this is running into tough times, as I was told this was attributed to younger generations (Millennials/Generation Z...) trending more into club hopping and not so much into live music in small cozy venues. So please support this place and attend a concert here with some friends - could be a great time! Drinks selections are decent, and will please the patriotic Swiss soft drink lovers as they carry stuff from the local Vivi Kola. But hopefully, unlike my favorite pirate Jack Sparrow, you won't be saying "why is the rum gone" when you are here!

Stumbled into this place just walking around. We had two of their beers, sitting at a picnic table…read morenext to the river. There's some comments about them not being fond of tourists, but we had no issues. Maybe we're just friendly, idk, they seemed delighted we were enjoying their beer, and I could have sat there all afternoon in the shade. A real gem. Has the feel of someone turning their barn into a handout with local art and patrons. Didn't find it any more expending than anything else.