Art Basel 2025 is set to take over its founding city once again next week—and while the exhibitions alone are reason enough to visit, Basel’s food scene makes the experience truly unforgettable. In celebration of the fair’s return, Whitewall has curated a guide to Basel’s most noteworthy dining destinations, including Werk 8, Stucki, and more.
Cantina Don Camilo
Kleinbasel
Courtesy of Cantina Don Camilio
Located on the second floor of what was formerly the Warteck Brewery, Cantina Don Camilo blends industrial edge with inviting warmth. The menu fuses French and Asian influence, with a focus on fresh, high-quality ingredients, offering something for everyone—from creative vegan dishes, like a house-made chickpea and vegetable burger served with cashew cheese, to hearty plates for meat lovers, including the Don’s Burger made with Swiss grass-fed beef and a brewer-style lamb ragout. With a menu as varied as the fair’s offerings, it’s a reliable pick for groups with diverse tastes.
What we love: The charming summer terrace— an industrial-chic, lounge-style space, offering what’s considered one of the most beautiful views in the city.
Reserve your table HERE
Werk 8
Gundeldigen
Courtesy of WERK 8.
Set within a former machine factory, Werk 8 blends historic architecture with contemporary charm. Rooted in the rhythm of the seasons, the menu evolves throughout the year to showcase ingredients at their freshest. Creative cocktails line their impressive bar, crafted with house-made infusions and local spirits. Chic and refreshing, Werk 8 is ideal for everything from an intimate table for two to a lively group dinner in the lush garden.
What we love: The Work 8 Club Sandwich, served with fresh-cut herb fries and dip.
Make your reservation HERE
Stucki
Bruderholz
Courtesy of Stucki.
Created by Chef Tanja Grandits, Stucki is a two-Michelin-star restaurant that masterfully combines seasonal ingredients with savory-scented fusions. This one-of-a-kind dining experience draws inspiration from Grandits’ personal world and what she holds sacred. The menu is simple yet elevated and truly unique, offering dishes such as green asparagus, served with saffron citrus relish and caramelized onions, as well as Scallops accompanied by minted peas and a distinctive Horseradish brioche. Each dish showcases thoughtful craftsmanship and bold flavors, making every visit truly memorable.
What we love: The caviar, served with cardamom egg yolks and mountain potatoes.
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Cargo Bar
St. Johann
Cargo Bar, photo by Roman Albertini.
A place entirely of its own making, where bar culture and art collide. At Cargo Bar, craft cocktails, live music, and video installations share the spotlight in a one-of-a-kind venue that blurs the lines between audience and artist. Its close knit dimensions challenge traditional venue boundaries, fostering a dynamic that’s immersive, unfiltered, and uniquely close. Drinks draw you in, but it’s the atmosphere that keeps you there.
What we love: The artist-audience blur. No stage, no rules—just raw, up-close connection with the performers.
Make your reservation HERE
Restaurant Atelier
Leonhardsviertrel
Courtesy of Restaurant Atelier.
Found inside the Teufelhof Basel—a culture hub that blends hospitality with theater and art—Restaurant Atelier is a Swedish-inspired restaurant with a creative, customizable approach to dining. Here the “menu workshop” lets guests choose any combination of dishes, in any order. The freedom to order as you please, is right at the tip of your fork. You call the shots: start with dessert, skip the starter—the world is your entree. At Atelier, the chef sets the stage, but your direct the meal.
What we love: The Teufelhof dessert plate, a delectable platter that offers an array of globally inspired treats.
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ACQUA
Kleinbasel
Courtesy of ACQUA.
Hidden in converted waterworks near Basel Zoo, ACQUA is more than just a restaurant, it’s an escape. Exposed stone walls and lofty ceilings, softened by flickering candlelight and costume chandeliers, set the stage for a dining experience that feels grand, yet intimate and warm. Centered around an open kitchen, ACQUA’S seasonal Italian dishes come to life—homemade pasta, hearty entrees, and a sharable bistecca fiorentina that is truly unforgettable. Whether you stop by for lunch in the garden or an aperitivo at the bar, ACQUA makes Italy feel just a tram ride away.
What we love: All of the pasta—always fresh, always homemade. A Negroni in the lounge never hurt either.
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