Best Bars near CyclingUp

Mikkeller Zurich is a compact craft-beer bar in Wiedikon, set on Zweierstrasse in a mixed residential district south of the city centre. The draw is the rotating tap list, not a full dining room or nightlife spectacle. Expect a relaxed, contemporary room, some outdoor seating, and a crowd that comes to talk beer, linger over a pint, and move on at an easy pace.

Lalere Café & Bar is a compact neighbourhood café-bar on Zurlindenstrasse in Zürich’s Wiedikon district, valued for good coffee, fair prices and an easygoing social mood. By day it works as a straightforward coffee stop; on Thursday and Friday it stretches into the evening as a low-key bar. Expect an indoor, street-level venue rather than a sightseeing stop, with a practical, local feel.

ELISABURG is a compact cocktail bar on Elisabethenstrasse in Zürich’s Kreis 4, built around crafted drinks, a themed interior and a social, inclusive mood. It is more evening meeting place than late-night club: expect seated conversation, a carefully mixed cocktail list and a room that feels intimate rather than sprawling. Best suited to a drink stop that can stretch into a long night.

Wohnzimmerbar is a neighbourhood bar in Zürich’s Kalkbreite/Wiedikon district, built around the idea of a second living room. Expect sofas, a terrace, drinks, and an easygoing crowd that gets louder as the night goes on. Early evenings are best for conversation; weekends can shift into DJ-led dancing and a more animated late-night scene.

Nestled in the heart of Zürich, 169 West is a delightful wine bar that doubles as a coffee shop and wine store, offering a perfect blend of cozy ambiance and exquisite selections for tourists to enjoy.

Felix Bar is a neighbourhood cocktail bar in Zürich’s Kreis 3, set on Kalkbreitestrasse rather than in the old-town tourist circuit. Expect a compact indoor room, attentive bartending, and drinks built around creative mixes rather than spectacle. It works best as an evening stop for couples, solo travellers, and small groups looking for a relaxed, urban night out.

Bar Lupo is a contemporary Zürich bar-restaurant in Kreis 4, where cocktails and natural wine share the menu with pasta and other serious food. Set on Badenerstrasse in the Kalkbreite area, it feels urban and social rather than late-night rowdy. Expect a seated, indoor visit that works for drinks, dinner, or a longer evening with friends.

Vagabundo is a street-level bar and bistro on Badenerstrasse in Zurich's Kreis 4, built for relaxed drinks rather than formal dining. Expect cocktails, beer, wine, coffee and a social, moderately lively room that can stretch from an after-work stop to a long evening with friends. It suits travellers who want an urban neighbourhood bar with a casual, local feel.

BIERlab is a compact brewpub in Zürich’s 8004 district, built around on-site beer production, tastings, and a social bar atmosphere. Expect a modern indoor space where visitors linger over flights, food pairings, and brewing courses rather than dropping in for a quick drink. Evenings and event nights are the liveliest times.

Nestled in the heart of Zürich, Dalí's Bar offers a unique blend of art and mixology, making it a must-visit destination for tourists seeking a vibrant nightlife experience. This stylish bar, inspired by the surrealist artist Salvador Dalí, features an eclectic atmosphere filled with creativity and charm, perfect for unwinding after a day of exploring the city.