This week, Art Basel makes its return from June 13–16. For those in town for the fair, Whitewall recommends its top bars and restaurants to visit while in town—from five-star classics to contemporary destinations.
Castle of Bottmingen
Schlossgasse, 4103 Bottmingen, Switzerland
Courtesy of Castle Bottmingen.
The Castle of Bottmingen is an elegant establishment that offers an array of delicious bites and refreshments for locals and visitors alike. The Castle provides seasonal meat and vegetarian menu options for both small and large dinner parties.
Whitewaller recommends: Ordering the Supérieur Cocktail Dinatoire.
Chez Donati
Courtesy of Chez Donati.
St. Johanns-Vorstadt 48, 4056 Basel, Switzerland
Deserving of its 13 Gault Millau points, Chez Donati delivers the essence of fine Italian cooking. The restaurant also hosts Donati’s Business Lunch and Piatto di Mezzogiorno—two great prix fixe options. Kindly note that the restaurant is closed from July 2 to August 1.
Whitewaller recommends: Enjoying a meal on the terrace.
Consum
Rheingasse 19, 4058 Basel, Switzerland
Courtesy of Consum.
Located in the heart of Kleinbasel on Rheingasse, the wine bar Consum provides a lively atmosphere, a delicious selection of meat and cheese, over 100 wines, and spirits. As the first corner shop in Kleinbasel, the location was always a meeting place.
Whitewaller recommends: Ordering a salami and cheese platter.
Conto 4056
Gasstrasse 1, 4056 Basel, Switzerland
Courtesy of Conto 4056.
Located in the up-and-coming neighborhood of St. Johann, Conto 4056 is in the building of a former bank. Transformed into a proper cocktail bar with a sophisticated bar menu and innovative design, Conto 4056 boasts passion and expertise.
Whitewaller recommends: Trying a Negroni or hosting a special event in the basement.
Nomad Eatery & Bar
Brunngässlein 8, 4052 Basel, Switzerland
Photo by Mark Niedermann, courtesy of Nomad Eatery & Bar.
At Nomad Eatery & Bar, an international team welcomes guests to a cosmopolitan nomad culinary journey. Inspired by traditions from all over the world, the restaurant focuses on local products and seasonal dishes.
Whitewaller recommends: Taking a culinary journey around the world by sharing the Nomad menu.
Restaurant Kunsthalle
Steinenberg 7, 4051 Basel, Switzerland
Courtesy of the Kunsthalle Restaurant.
Located next to the Kunsthalle Museum, Restaurant Kunsthalle welcomes guests to a wonderful dining experience. With an elegant interior and delicious dishes, the restaurant is a peaceful escape from the art fair crowd.
Whitewaller recommends: Enjoying a drink before or after dinner at Campari Bar.
Stucki
Bruderholzallee 42, 4059 Basel, Switzerland
Courtesy of Stucki.
Since 2008, Stucki has been under the culinary direction of acclaimed Chef Tanja Grandits. Grandits brings colorful creations to life with an unmistakable style—and in 2014 she was given 18 Gault Millau points for her achievements at the restaurant.
Whitewaller recommends: Trying a dessert from Patissier Julien Duvernay.
