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Price≈$25
Dress CodeCasual
ServiceCasual
NoiseConversational
CapacitySmall
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Tucked away in Basel's St. Johann district is Barfly, a hidden gem for gin lovers. Over 340 varieties from 51 countries await you here, from classics to rarities. Those looking for variety will also find fine whisk(e)ys, beers and spirits. Gin tastings, an urban ambience, and a living room feeling make the bar a must-stop.

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Address
Sankt-Johanns-Vorstadt 11, 4056, Basel, Kanton Basel-Stadt, Schweiz
Phone
+41 (61) 2620138
Website
bar-fly.ch
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Barfly bar in Basel, Switzerland
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Tucked away in Basel's St. Johann district is Barfly, a hidden gem for gin lovers. Over 340 varieties from 51 countries await you here, from classics to rarities.

Those looking for variety will also find fine whisk(e)ys, beers and spirits. Gin tastings, an urban ambience, and a living room feeling make the bar a must-stop.

Signature Pours
Pineapple basil smashRhubarb & gingerCucumber gimletThyme after thymeRaspberry time smash
At a Glance
Vibe
  • Cozy
  • Hidden Gem
  • Quiet
  • Classic
  • Intimate
  • Lively
Best For
  • After Work
  • Late Night
  • Group Outing
  • Solo
  • Casual Hangout
  • Date Night
Experience
  • Standalone
Format
  • Seated Bar
  • Lounge Seating
Drink Program
  • Craft Cocktails
  • Gin
  • Whiskey
  • Craft Beer
Dress CodeCasual
Noise LevelConversational
CapacitySmall
Service StyleCasual

Small, cozy and comfortably unpretentious gin-focused bar tucked into a quiet street, with a relaxed neighborhood feel and friendly staff, emphasizing atmosphere over flash.[13][22]

Signature Pours
Pineapple basil smashRhubarb & gingerCucumber gimletThyme after thymeRaspberry time smash