Top Rated Nightlife in Basel

The Lowenzorn used to have a sign with 'Europe's best brawn' written on it. The sign has gone, but the good wholesome food remains. The restaurant is still known as the 'historical student beer pub' and not without a good reason. The beer certainly flows when the students are around. The bar has a rustic feel, and is decorated with 'Shrove Tuesday' motifs. The garden is peaceful, with a nice atmosphere. In the summer, the large grill is used, and a whole range of meat specialties are added to the menu.

Easy sofas, a crackling fire, a long bar, warm lights and a cozy atmosphere makes Les Trois Rois Bar a place to meet up with friends. Located within the Les Trois Rois, the bar is the right place to enjoy a casual conversation. Enjoy your drinks and snacks indoors, or out on the terrace. Indulge yourself with a cigar from the humidor while you wait. If you are an afternoon tea person, then visit the bar between 3p-6p. You will get an opportunity to enjoy different scented teas, accompanied with scones, strawberry jam, sandwiches, pastries, clotted cream and a glass of champagne! Check website for details.

Stop by for some delicious tapas at Don Pincho, in the quaint old city of Basel. Cool interiors with a classic touch and music to match your moods are what you can expect. Spanish wine rules here, so you can't really ignore it. Bookings are recommended if you're planning any party or business event. Hang out with friends to chat away the blues, or set your sights on a Swiss miss!

Located in the The Teufelhof Basel, Restaurant Bel Étage is known for the variety of food on its menus. The setting is not too formal and those dining here should make a note, you may not get to leave early even if you want to! Individuals, businessmen and families can equally enjoy the cuisine, which is a mix of French, German and Italian flavors. You can choose from over 450 wines available here, from across the globe. Try the foie-gras and duck sausage appetizers, and fillet of St. Pierre in mustard sauce with lentils and leeks...yummy!

A classic gastropub in the bustling city of Basel, Manger et Boire is an ideal place to sip on a drink or two as you chat up old friends. Cozy and laid-back, with an air of warmth, the ambiance of this bar makes it perfect for a leisurely drink. With an impressive selection of beers and local spirits, your session at this place is certain to last for more than just one round. While the drinks might be commendable, the food served here can't be overlooked, Taste the best Italian pastas at this venue as you feast on steaming hot ravioli's tossed in delectable sauces and fresh cheese.

You may be surprised to find such a small, reasonably priced restaurant in such a splendid location next to the river Rhine. In fact, all of the riverside restaurants on the Kleinbasler bank are next to one another, with this one being squashed between two hotels. Dishes served here are mainly of the pasta and anti-pasta variety. The home made cakes, washed down with a large cafe latte, are nothing less than a treat. In the summer, the sun shines onto the Zum Schmale Wurf's terrace and if you want to sit here, you will have to come early. The locals love to make use of one of the city's few sun-filled spots.