Best Bars near Gourmori

Cranberry Bar is a compact, central Zurich queer bar that has been part of the city’s LGBTQ scene since 1997. Set on Metzgergasse in the old town, it is more social meeting place than club, with cocktails, conversation, and occasional themed nights such as karaoke and pop-dance events. Expect an indoor room that starts quietly, then fills with a regular local crowd later in the evening.

CP First is a compact cocktail bar and lounge on Schneggengasse in Zürich’s 8001 district, set up for drinks, conversation and people-watching rather than long dinners or sightseeing. Expect a central, urban room with a social, after-work feel and a crowd that builds into the evening, especially from Thursday to Saturday. It suits a short stop for aperitifs or a longer night out.

Marktgasse Hotel is a compact historic boutique hotel in Zurich’s Old Town, set in a building linked to hospitality since 1291. It combines preserved fabric with modern interiors, plus an in-house bar and restaurant. The appeal is practical rather than sprawling: step outside to narrow lanes, tram links, and easy walks to the Limmat and central Zurich.

Edi's Weinstube is a small, low-key wine bar in Zürich's Old Town, set on Stüssihofstatt in the medieval street grid near the river. It draws locals and visitors for reasonably priced drinks, easy conversation, and an informal atmosphere that can lean slightly quirky, with occasional art-related programming adding extra interest.

BarMünster is a compact cocktail bar in Zürich’s Old Town, set on Münstergasse in a historic street grid. It draws a mixed crowd for well-made drinks, a social but unhurried atmosphere, and a menu that leans more toward cocktails than food. The room is small, the setting is central, and evenings can feel busy without becoming chaotic.

Nachtflug Bar is a vibrant hotspot in Zürich, renowned for its lively atmosphere, signature cocktails, and eclectic music. A must-visit for tourists looking to immerse themselves in the local nightlife scene.

Aelpli Bar is a compact old-town bar in Zürich that trades in Swiss folk music rather than cocktail theatrics. Set on Ankengasse, it draws visitors for its Alpine-themed drinks, especially the house Milcheli, and for live performances Tuesday to Saturday evenings. The room is small, informal, and rooted in local tradition, making it a good stop for a short, music-led night out.

Oliver Twist Pub sits on Rindermarkt in Zürich’s Old Town, serving British pub food, beer, and live sports in a compact, sociable room with some outdoor seating. It is the kind of place people come to stay for a match, a quiz night, or an unhurried meal, rather than a quick sightseeing stop. The setting is central and historic, but the mood is informal and anglophone.

Tina Bar is a compact cocktail bar and smoking lounge in Zurich's Niederdorf district, set inside Brasserie Louis on a busy Old Town street. It draws adults looking for a seated drink rather than a scene: cocktails, wine and cigars served in a warm, old-school room with a cult local reputation. Expect an intimate, smoke-tinged stop best suited to conversation and a slower pace.

Six-Bar is a compact bar and restaurant in Zurich’s Old Town, set on Rosengasse in the Niederdorf district. It suits a short stop for drinks, a light meal, or a late-evening pause between the area’s narrow lanes and historic façades. Expect an urban, social atmosphere rather than a destination dining room.