Derrière

Derrière in Basel is a hidden, speakeasy-style cocktail and wine bar with Parisian flair. Expect a $$$ night, with the value tied to atmosphere and craft: guests ring a doorbell to enter a dimly lit, charming, slightly disreputable and sensual space set in a former Basel brothel.

The bar works well when the occasion calls for mood rather than a casual stop. Consider it for a deliberate drink in a room with a sense of reveal and separation from the street. If you want a brighter or more informal Basel option, compare the broader city listings before committing.

Doorbell entry and a hidden-room mood make this a Basel drink with theatre

The main reason to choose Derrière is the atmosphere. The doorbell ritual slows the arrival and makes the room feel deliberately apart from the street. Its Parisian flair and dimly lit, sensual character suit guests who want a cocktail or wine in a setting with a little mystery.

That same quality also narrows the audience. For a louder or more casual group plan, start with Our full Basel bars guide and compare other Basel drinking options. If the evening also needs dinner planning, pair the decision with Our full Basel restaurants guide; Derrière is a cocktail and wine bar rather than a full restaurant plan.

Craft, atmosphere, a confirmed Falstaff signal

Derrière is positioned around cocktails and wine, with the room and the craft of the visit doing much of the work. Falstaff Bar lists Derrière with 90 Falstaff Points for 2026, giving the bar a confirmed external recognition to go with its hidden, atmosphere-led appeal.

No specific cuisine, chef-led dining format, or detailed food offering is confirmed here, so do not build the evening around menu expectations. If a full culinary evening is the priority, use the Basel restaurant guide first, then consider Derrière for drinks. If lodging location matters for a special weekend, Our full Basel hotels guide is the better planning tool.

Plan the visit around the setting: a hidden Basel cocktail and wine bar, $$$ pricing, an atmosphere that rewards guests who want the room to be part of the occasion.

Good alternatives to research if this room is not the right fit

If Derrière’s hidden, dimly lit mood is not quite right, compare the broader Basel bar list rather than forcing the choice. Other Basel dining and drinking rooms may suit a brighter, more casual, or more food-led plan. For wider trip planning, Basel guides can help you compare hotels, restaurants, bars, experiences.