Location: Basel
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Canton of Basel, Switzerland Food Guide: 10 European food Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Basel
Discover Restaurants offering the best European food in Basel, Canton of Basel, Switzerland. Located on the Rhine River near the borders of France and Germany, Basel contains the country's highest concentration of museums. The culture-centric city, site of the world's most influential art market each June, is also home to the lovely Munster Cathedral, made of red sandstone with a multi-colored tile roof. Green spaces abound, including the popular zoological gardens in the city center. Switzerland's largest site of Roman ruins, Augusta Raurica, are an easy day trip to the east.
Things to do in Basel
10. Restaurant Viertel-Kreis
Overall Ratings
4 based on 371 reviews
Reviewed By Swenija
We went to this trendy restaurant..because we follow the comments...even if the restaurant is not in the center. It offers all for a talented..and this cook definitely is, to be THE place for all the rather also trendy ,young with a bit of money people. - You cross the street and enter passing all the costy bikes and the beautiful garden..and enter in a dark restaurant where you are seated hopefully next to another group of successful people enjoying loudly. We were lucky to be so far away but this had the opposite effect that they forget you. Waitresses are nice..very informal..they talk to the people they seem to know...but they are SLOW..inefficient and to WAIT (it is an expensive place) for bread..20 minutes..for the dish (excellent fish BUT NOTHING WITH IT)..another 20 minutes..and another 20 for the smallest dessert we have ever eaten! My partner got a stiff neck from turning to the waiter to get the bill. But we could see that the locals...liked it..and they seem to have all eaten before because we left hungry but the bill was as quite expensive for what you get.To summ up:This owner responds to a specific client who would not go a normal restaurant...The plates are hand made...the fish comes from a happy fish and so does the meat come from a happy animal. the wine comes from hand picked owners..and you feel so good!but if you search for a place after a hard day and want to EAT and feel welcome..you might be disappointed.
9. Consum Basel
Overall Ratings
4 based on 196 reviews
The bar with salami and cheese specialties and over 100 wines can be found in the heart of the old town of Kleinbasel on Rheingasse. The extensive offerings and lively atmosphere make the Consum an uncomplicated meeting point. Whether it's the fresh lunch
Reviewed By robertkeusen99
"The bar with salami and cheese specialties and over 100 wines."So Consum advertises for itself. And it does what it promises!A parallel alley behind the Rhine promenade is the bar Consum in Kleinbasel. It is a small bar, decorated with lots of wood and great decor on a beautiful old slab floor. In a cozy atmosphere, it is the ideal place to rest from shopping, from strolling along the Rhine, or to make the evening after work.Everything is very clean!There are fine antipasti, cheese and / or great meat (cut from the big Berkel slicer). You should definitely try the very fine pear or fig mustard, buy a glass and take home with you. To accompany the meat and cheese platters, the Consum offers beautiful red and white wines to choose. The wines are the finest and the staff knows what it is talking about.The team serves and gives excellent advice; Thanks a lot to Leonie, Jacqueline, Max and Patrick. It's worth a visit!We are looking forward to the next timeDear Mr. "robertkeusen99"We are pleased to read you enjoyed your visit at our wine bar.We cannot thank you enough for your review!We are happy to hear that you enjoyed the cozy atmosphere, the wines, food and the excellent advice of our team at our bar.We look forward to seeing you soon again at Consum!Best regardsLeon Wolter
8. 1777 Kaffee Restaurant Bar
Overall Ratings
4 based on 558 reviews
In «1777» we offer a cosmopolitan menu with the emphasis on European dishes. We are particularly influenced by Viennese coffee-house culture, with a modern twist, and by simple Mediterranean cuisine. Our menu changes in response to guestsâ requirements an
Reviewed By janej924
I have been going to 1777 since 2015, i have been with friends, family or alone, and after all these years i have decided to finally write a review.This is a place which is in a beautiful stunning courtyard, in the midst of basel, one can come here for lunches, for an apero or just for a coffee and cake!the selection they have is wonderful and clear, from salads and sandwiches ( which you can modify as you wish ) to burgers and pastrami-sandwiches to these apero âplättliâ with meats and cheeses, to a glass of wine.the service is excellent, kind and attentive & i do really enjoy coming here as the atmosphere and ambience is extremely enjoyable.i do recommend this gem to anyone who is looking for fresh, very well priced but âfast-comingâ food. And of course if you would want to, very healthy, salads or such(but the burger is extremely good though...).thanks to all the people who have made all these stays/food-experiences great!
7. Ufer7 Basel
Overall Ratings
4 based on 308 reviews
Reviewed By jej9001
I live in New York City and letâs just start by saying Iâm a food snob. I hate playing high prices for a poor meal. I had such hopes for Ufer7. It got great reviews on this site. Ufer7 sits right on the Rhine River in Basel. We arrived at 7:30 pm on a Friday night. The terrace was hopping. The inside of the space is stucco with wood tables and bare decorative bulbs. I little jarring for my taste. The menu lists multiple small items to share on a platter. We choose two to start with. Falafel and a mushroom soup option. The menu was in Swiss German so it was a little tricky. The top of the menu says food should be pleasing to the eye then the tongue. The food looked great but it all tasted like sandpaper. The falafel was dry and tasteless and I could not discern a mushroom taste in the soup. We shared a fresh fish plate which was composed of shrimp with the heads on, red rice, bok choy and salmon. All very boring. The meal was followed by two slices of carrot cake that I could swear came out of the freeze. You know that sort of wet dense freezer burn taste. Either way I took one bite and decided it was not worth the calories! What were the good points? The staff, they were lovely and helpful. I was a little surprised when the bill came to 142 Franks for 2 glasses of wine, 2 appetizers a dessert and a tea. Not way out for Swiss restaurants but when I gave the waitress 150 F she just walked away with the change. As an American I would have tipped but assuming you should just take a tip is a little off putting. Iâm hoping the chef was sick that night and they will be on their game in the future otherwise definitely not worth it except for drinks on the terrace.
6. Gourmet-Restaurant Bel Etage
Overall Ratings
4 based on 258 reviews
The gourmet restaurant Bel Etage on the 1st floor of the Art Hotel Teufelhof has the intimate character of a salon. The daily changing offer includes à la carte dishes and different sizes of menu. Each course is offered with an accompanying wine by the gl
Reviewed By johnhZ7524XY
I had an outstanding lunch at the top restaurant at Teufelhof. The business lunch was exquisit and the service rendered very forthcoming and warm! Thank you for a great experience!
5. Sapori Del Sud
Overall Ratings
5 based on 193 reviews
Hello everyone , this is my take away site in Basel Spalenvorstadt area. I recently opened , sell typical products of Puglia and Sicily , all made fresh at the time . So you can find oranges , rolls , various types of pasta always taking account of my ori
Reviewed By 646carolynw
Enthusiastic Italian staff! Hard to turn around because they are so excited and already ordering your sandwich before you can say anything. Not English speaking but know a bit. Few sandwich options which are good but not crazy. Family own, made by mama. Fun staff!
4. Cheval Blanc by Peter Knogl
Overall Ratings
5 based on 466 reviews
Our Chef de Cuisine Peter Knogl awaits you in the Cheval Blanc with a symphony of aromas, colours and harmonious tastes. Ingeniously prepared from the best nature has to offer us. The team of the Cheval Blanc has earned a place among the 100 best restaura
Reviewed By FunTimes030
As you would expect, this 3 Michelin star restaurant is excellent in all respects. The Chef de Cuisine Peter Knogl was in the kitchen and Le Menu of 5 courses (without cheese) at 220 CHF provided some exciting, innovative dishes as follows: Hamachi japonais, ponzu, radish and avocado; langoustine, madras curry and Granny Smith apple; St. Pierre and green beans; Bresse pigeon and Tasmanian pepper; and Champagne, raspberries, mint and kalmansi. The Pigeon was our favourite, but they were all delicious and the presentation superb. The wine suggested was an excellent bottle of local Swiss pinot noir (less than 10km from Basel). The service was very good, perhaps a little understated. Delightful, moderate-sized room in this historic hotel made for a lovely evening.Dear GuestMany thanks for your detailed description and your great feedback of your recent visit at the Cheval Blanc by Peter Knogl.We are delighted to read that with our cuisine, service and wine recommendation, we could create a perfect dinner evening. We hope that this special occasion will remain a long lasting memory for you and look forward to welcoming you back soon.Yours sincerelyTanja WegmannGeneral Manager
3. Taverne Johann
Overall Ratings
5 based on 99 reviews
As a former workers' quarter, Santihans has always stood for the meeting of the most diverse people and cultures. This ambiance and atmosphere is reflected in the Taverne Johann, making it a meeting place where everyone feels at home and can enjoy good an
Reviewed By 593leifk
Great dinner at this newly opened restaurant thanks to the very nice and personal service, pleasant atmosphere and delicious food. We shared the 6 courses day menu and it was a gourmet experience
2. Restaurant Rubino
Overall Ratings
4 based on 182 reviews
Reviewed By VickyU627
When we booked we had no idea it was a surprise menu, so I was nonplussed when I asked see the menu. But do not fear! We were given the choice of fish, meat or vegetarian for starters and mains. Our fish starter - a carpaccio of sorts - was delicious and our main of lamb was also scrumptious. We finished with a very fine cheeseboard. We opted for accompanying wine, thinking we would get a glass per course, but were thrilled that the wine was be free-flowing, and also good quality, not all from Italy either. We had excellent service, attentive, knowledgeable and friendly (don't know why another reviewer groused about that - sometimes its down to personalities!) As a new resident to Basel, this restaurant is find. And we will be back!
What to do and see in Basel, Switzerland: The Best Places and Tips
1. WERK 8
Overall Ratings
4 based on 117 reviews
The Restaurant and Bar WERK 8 is located in an ancient industrial machine factory in the district called "Gundeldingen" in the very south of Basel. It is spacious enough to seat 140 people and our high-class cocktail bar serves another 80 people. There is
Reviewed By I2432NFscottc
I had the chance to visit Werk 8 just last night for the first time as part of a corporate cocktail party. I have to say, we were very well taken care of. Endless bottles of wine, champagne, and beer flowed through the evening and a wide range of appetizers were served ranging from meatballs and fish and chips to shrimp and club sandwiches. The avocado dip with especially good, as was the mozzarella and tomato skewers. Very very attentive staff, fun people, and really interesting and enjoyable
