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.

Food: My husband and I ordered the calamari rings, chicken cordon blue, and the Zuri Gschnatzlets…read more(a Swiss dish with veal stripes and muschroom sauce served with homemade hasbrowns). These were all delicious. I was hesitant about trying the veal since I've never tried it. I'm so glad I did because it was soooo good. The meat was tender and the mushroom sauce very tasty. I highly recommend this dish. My husband loved the chicken. Loved the calamari. Service: What can I say. Thomas, our server, was the best. He catered to us like we were family. He recommended the chicken and veal. We've never experienced anybody automatically recommending dishes to us unless we ask. Thomas made sure we had the best experience and gave us a few recommendations. We were definitely not disappointed. Thank you Thomas. You're the best! Ambiance: This cafe is right off the river Limat. You can choose to enjoy your meal or drink in the patio or inside. The staff are very friendly and wecome you with a smile. So if you're in Zurich, definitely check out this place and ask for Thomas. Great experience. Definitely recommend this place. 5+++ stars*

Wow! The Risotto was absolutely delicious, it was creamy and rich but not too overwhelming. Portion…read morewas also pretty big! The expresso martini was a little more on the spendy side but still pretty yummy! They made the drink fairly strong so that was a plus! View is beautiful and workers were really nice and friendly!

Fun, great place to chill after busy day of shopping. Great comfortable couch seating with Jose…read moreCuervo Reserva de Familia tequila, could you ask for more. Denke mir nicht!

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.

Here's what I'm diggin':…read more self-service jelly doughnuts and other carb-y products (custard filled doughnuts that look like flattened calzone are hella good, btw) fresh flowers on the tables groovy tunes coming over the speakers outside seating window seating espresso drinks that would make a Kiwi proud cortado=five franks=just do it

Sport bar! What a coffee place. (And I heard that it's a great place for drinks too). I'm very…read morehappy that it's just around our corner. Lovely outdoor & indoor seating situation (big open window). Reasonable prices. Always busy though and somethings a bit of a battle getting a spot, worth the wait. Daily newspaper available. Open from early in the morning. Just a few steps away from Helvetiaplatz. My recommendation for great coffee in Zurich. They offer a selection of John Baker sandwiches & bread buns & croissants. Just tried their cold brew today, it's amazing!

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.