Tales Bar
A “cocktail living room” in Zurich’s heart — warm, intimate, candlelit, with a leather-bound menu and inventive drinks. The kind of bar where even bartenders go when their shift ends.
About Tales Bar
Tales Bar is tucked away on Selnaustrasse in Zürich, in the Werd / Kreis 1 district, and carries the vibe of a refined, relaxed “cocktail living room.”
From the moment you step through the door, the space greets you in low light, wooden tones, leather seating, soft ambient music, and an attentive yet unintrusive service. The bar is modest in size (reports suggest ~8 tables, capacity up to ~20 people), which enhances the sense of intimacy.
The drink program is the star
classic and contemporary cocktails, themed chapters (e.g. “Early Age of Mixed Drinks,” “Rising of the Tiki”) and a deep spirits library.
Bartenders here often customize drinks based on your flavor preferences, and are said to share stories behind each cocktail; part of the “tales” concept.
Because of its cozy size, it’s recommended to reserve ahead, especially on busy nights.
Open from the evening into the early hours (typically 18:00–03:00) on most nights (with Sunday & Monday closures).
Though not a “themed bar” in the gaudy sense, Tales leans into craftsmanship, narrative, and attention to detail. It’s the kind of place where you go not just to drink, but to linger and enjoy the story behind each glass.
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