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An institution among Zurich’s nightlife venues with popular theme parties and concerts.

The bar in a side street off Langstrasse is a favorite haunt among the Kreis 4 creative scene – and serves great coffee and delicious cocktails.

The name is misleading: the terrace of the Piccolo Giardino (“small garden” in Italian) is at least as big as the heart of this neighborhood bar.

Just off Langstrasse, a small bar has stood its ground against all the changes in the neighborhood: the Mars Bar is and remains a cozy meeting place.

The history-steeped bar now offers a concentrated dose of Italianità ‒ in the form of food and drink, authentic and simple.

An oasis in the heart of the bustling Kreis 4 district – for mild summer nights and cozy movie evenings.

Not just for fans of the in-house Amboss beer: at the Rampe, there is something for each and every taste.

The Dynamo youth cultural center hosts concerts and parties for people of all ages.

The reception area of what used to be a sleazy hotel that was booked by the hour has now been transformed into a bar for long, convivial nights.

Not just for sea dogs and sailors – everyone is welcome at the Hafenkneipe.

The bar for one and all: here everyone feels at home.

Zurich’s El Dorado for beer lovers is located at Limmatplatz.

An urban city oasis in the heart of Zurich’s buzzing Binz quarter.

Market-fresh cuisine and open 365 days a year: the Buckhuser is a meeting place for guests at the Hotel Placid and residents of the Zürich-Altstetten quarter.

Lovers of so-called “highballs” can enjoy these delicious cocktails in a casual atmosphere in the Cinchona Bar, housed in the 25hours Hotel Langstrasse.

No doubt the wide selection of newspapers attracts some visitors. But it seems a shame to fix your eyes on paper amidst such a fantastic ambiance.

Small but first-rate – that sums up this French-style restaurant in a nutshell. With its central location, it is the ideal place for a relaxing break.

Meyer’s is a legendary bar near Lochergut, just a few minutes from Langstrasse.

The Kleine Freiheit in Zurich’s Kreis 6 district enchants visitors from near and far with its charming garden restaurant and frill-free culinary delicacies.

The Calvados is a sports bar, summer terrace, beer specialty locale, meeting place for after-work drinks and occasionally a disco, all in one.

Meals are also served in the evenings at the Hive Club restaurant near Hardbrücke. But Gerold Chuchi is not just popular with night owls.

Bar-lounge in the former boiler house in Winterthur – the perfect place to eat and celebrate.

The band and audience celebrate here equally: the locale is intimate and personal – and the music live and of top quality.

The Bohemia on Zurich’s Kreuzplatz is an American brasserie-style establishment with a large restaurant, bar, and lounge area.

The cozy Plüsch café-bar in the heart of the Wiedikon quarter has a living room-feel and is very popular with locals and guests alike.

People of all ages convene at the Kafisatz restaurant, in the heart of Winterthur's Old Town, at any time of day.

Situated in the colorful and lively Kreis 4 district, the Kafi für Dich welcomes guests of all ages with delicious food, a play corner, a gallery, and a bar.

Music lovers, soccer fans, and anyone seeking a place to relax will find the “very last island on the Sihl” between Gessnerallee and the River Sihl.

Is it a restaurant? A store? A flea market? In any case, it is the most industrious beehive in Zurich’s concrete jungle and its “moules et frites feasts” are renowned through the city.

The alternative cultural center on Lake Zurich, where stars such as Nirvana and Red Hot Chili Peppers have performed, can look back on an eventful history – and forward to an exciting future.

Situated in the heart of the Old Town, next to the Central Library and Zähringerplatz, the Corazon bar invites you to relax and linger awhile.

The small bar directly on Idaplatz is a popular meeting place for residents and guests from all over the world. There is always something going on here.

One of the most popular “Badi” bars among Zurich residents is the Barfussbar, offering a view of the Grossmünster, Fraumünster, and the River Limmat.

The popular bar near Wiedikon Train Station is always worth a visit.

The bar at the Marriott Hotel invites guests on a trip to New York.

Centrally located in the Old Town and yet never hectic: the pretty Altstadt Bar invites guests to linger and relax.

Located directly at the Bossard Arena ice sports center, this bar is the destination for ice hockey fans and all those who want to watch various sports events live on TV.