Restaurants (Fine Dining & Artistic Flair)

1. Meyer Kever Culinarium - Of course… we must start with our in-house restaurant run by a local Basel culinary duo. They head to the markets in the morning to serve fresh produce in creative dishes at VOLTA by the afternoon.

2. Stucki – Two Michelin stars by Chef Tanja Grandits; seasonal, elevated culinary creations

3. Cantina Don Camilo – Industrial-chic, French-Asian fusion, terrace views in Kleinbasel

4. Werk 8 – Former machine factory with seasonal menu and cocktails in a lush garden setting

5. Atelier – Menu workshop inside a cultural hub, dine creatively and visually

6. ACQUA – Hidden in repurposed waterworks; Italian seasonal dishes in dramatic, candlelit ambiance

7. Cheval Blanc by Peter Knogl – Three Michelin stars, Mediterranean-Asian artistry in Grand Hotel Les Trois Rois

8. Chez Donati – Longstanding Northern Italian favorite frequented by artists and collectors

9. Roots – Michelin-rated plant-based dining along the Rhine; minimalist and elegant

10. Restaurant Krafft Basel – Elegant riverside spot with seasonal and globally inspired cuisine

11. Blindekuh – Unique "dining in the dark" served by visually impaired staff; immersive & socially conscious

12. LAUCH - Another plant based option with elegant interiors and beautiful gardens to be enjoyed on a balmy summer evening

13. Matt & Elly - Homebrewed beer, delectable menus

Just in case we’ve missed anywhere key, you can find the Michelin Guide to Basel here >

2. Chill Beizli (Casual & Local Charm)

1. Taverne Johann – Sustainable neighborhood Beiz serving regional dishes with integrity

2. Restaurant Hasenburg – Traditional yet modern Beiz, with Swiss classics and creative bowls

3. Zum goldenen Fass – Kleinbasel Beiz focusing on radical seasonal cuisine and local produce

4. Rhyschänzli – Meat lovers’ go-to for hearty regional classics like Dry-aged steak

5. Kääs Beizli (Barfüsserplatz) – Cozy chalet-style spot famous for raclette, fondue, and mulled wine

6. Markthalle – This impressive building used to be VOLTAs old home! Now, it’s a vibrant food hall offering multicultural street food, live music, and communal tables

7. Klara – Open-concept cultural kiosk with stalls from around the globe — music, workshops, and diverse flavors

8. VOLTA Bräu - On the same road that we were founded upon - Voltastrasse - the head to the brewery for a refreshing local lager in a casual setting.

3. Bars for Drinks (Creative & Artsy)

1. Cargo Bar – Where cocktails, live music, and video installations merge in an artful, immersive bar space

2. Amber – Stylish mixology bar set in old barracks with a dramatic rooftop terrace and riverside views

3. Herz – Highly rated cocktail bar—“best bar in Switzerland” per German mixology magazine; chic and refined

4. Bar Renée - The VOLTA teams favourite hang out spot for a post fair day tipple in Basel. Always get a table and always spinning great tunes.

Want more VOLTA recommendations?

Check out our hotel and accommodation recommendations here or read our Basel City Guide with Girl in Basel here.