On days when there are soccer or rugby matches, this down-to-earth English-style bar, which has gained enormous popularity among Anglophiles and British expats, is packed to the gills. The establishment has a spacious garden and outdoor dining area that evokes a beer garden, and it is well-stocked with beers on tap. The menu is full of items that pair well with a swig of decent beer, but is dominated by burgers. First-timers often return for the house burger specialties, which are cleverly named: The Rolls Royce, Chicken Butterfly Miso, and King Henry IV are ruled by the Great Beefburger.
A worldly tapas bar, Eat Me serves global cuisine on small plates. Visitors should not take the name of this restaurant and cocktail bar literally, although the food is delicious. The goal is to have diners sample diverse cuisines in bite-sized portions, from street foods to sophisticated dishes from all over the globe. Mainly, traditional dishes have been given a modern spin by reinterpreting them. The menu is organized based on world regions, from the Americas to Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and Europe. Dinner served here satisfies even the most experienced traveler. A crowd-pleaser, The Saint, is a Europen specialty of pan-fried scallops that comes highly recommended. This restaurant is a perfect place to pair a dish with a “culinary cocktail” and tell old travel tales.
This place lives up to its name since everything here—including the events, nightlife, cuisine, and drinks—is insane. Mad Club, located in Métropole Lausanne and founded in 1985, has been able to retain a significant place in the hearts of its clients by offering fantastic DJs, fun, and enjoyment on four floors with a range of themes and musical genres. This facility is a remodeled warehouse that includes three separate sound systems, four bars, and a restaurant. Membership is suggested but not required. This amazing dance club can also be rented out for private occasions.
Whatever your requirements are, they will be covered at this powerhouse of a place. With exquisite touches of rustic and understated walls and chandeliers shining brilliant lights all around, the interiors are great if you're looking for a cozy, tranquil, or romantic atmosphere. And for those who live for the nightlife, Cave du Bleu, the in-house party section, has a wild vibe where revelers congregate to take in the various concerts the venue hosts and dance until dawn to the tunes of the DJs. It is placed in the basement and hosts live music performances along with other events. An additional feature is that the bar doubles as a location for monthly rotating exhibitions of work by emerging artists.
D! Nightclub, originally an old theater, then cinema, and finally converted into a club, opened its doors in 1996 to throngs of eager club-goers. This super hip spot caters to the young and chic, yet you will find almost every kind of person there. Great music, lights, and drinks make this a great place to go for the night. The club also has live acts, from cabaret to comedy, and the shows and times can be found on the website.
Located on the shoreline of Lake Geneva is the famous Montreux Casino known to host the Montreux Jazz Festival. The casino was rebuilt in 1971 after it was burned down when a fan set the venue ablaze during a Frank Zappa concert, the incident is memorialized in English rock group, Deep Purple's song, "Smoke on the water". The casino has been a popular venue for many great symphony orchestras and renowned conductors. Today the casino serves as an event venue and is home to one of the best contemporary restaurant and bar in Montreux.
La Bavaria Lausanne brasserie has a strong Germanic influence and is very popular in Lausanne. It is situated near the train station and has a typical traditional decor, which people seem to like. The specialty, without a doubt, is sauerkraut. But there are other dishes available, as well as an impressive range of mostly German beers. Sit on the small terrace to watch the people coming and going from the busy Place Saint-François.
A worldly tapas bar, Eat Me serves global cuisine on small plates. Visitors should not take the name of this restaurant and cocktail bar literally, although the food is delicious. The goal is to have diners sample diverse cuisines in bite-sized portions, from street foods to sophisticated dishes from all over the globe. Mainly, traditional dishes have been given a modern spin by reinterpreting them. The menu is organized based on world regions, from the Americas to Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and Europe. Dinner served here satisfies even the most experienced traveler. A crowd-pleaser, The Saint, is a Europen specialty of pan-fried scallops that comes highly recommended. This restaurant is a perfect place to pair a dish with a “culinary cocktail” and tell old travel tales.
Floor to ceiling windows, refined drinks, and a panoramic terrace make this cocktail bar one of the most elegant and pleasant in Lausanne. The bar is inside the Lausanne Palace & Spa, and exudes the same contemporary style. A comprehensive menu offers just about any drink one can think of, with dozens of champagnes, spirits, dessert wines, and aperitifs to choose from. Holding to Swiss tradition, the bar also offers nearly a dozen first-rate cigars to go along with cocktails. Hotel guests and locals come to LP’s for coffee and tea breaks, evening cocktails on the terrace with lake views, and live music sets during evenings five days a week.
D! Nightclub, originally an old theater, then cinema, and finally converted into a club, opened its doors in 1996 to throngs of eager club-goers. This super hip spot caters to the young and chic, yet you will find almost every kind of person there. Great music, lights, and drinks make this a great place to go for the night. The club also has live acts, from cabaret to comedy, and the shows and times can be found on the website.
It won't be a bad idea to unwind with some cold beer and fast snacks while you are sightseeing and touring the stunning city of Lausanne, which is located on Lake Geneva. McCarthy's Irish Pub, as the name suggests, is an Irish establishment near the Place de la Palud. The majority of the locals flock in to watch rugby and football events on TV, so you can take in the relaxed atmosphere while doing so. There are lighter meal options available here, as well as salads, burgers, and some classic main meals if you're looking for heartier selections.