1777
Messe, Basel
Restaurant in Basel, Switzerland
The Read
Dress
Casual
Why go
1777 is a casual Altstadt bar-café that extends hours until 11 PM Thursday through Saturday; a rare late-night option in Basel's Old Town. Expect walk-in availability, drinks-forward service, a relaxed room ideal for spontaneous visits rather than formal dining. Best for travelers seeking flexible nightlife without reservations.
About 1777
Looking for a casual Basel venue with evening availability later in the week? 1777 is a casual option in Basel with verified hours that run until 11 PM on Thursday, Friday, Saturday. It is open Monday through Wednesday from 10 AM to 8 PM, Thursday through Saturday from 10 AM to 11 PM, closed on Sunday.
Because only limited verified details are available, it is best to treat 1777 as a straightforward Basel option rather than a venue with confirmed cuisine, menu format, seating style, or booking policy. What is clear is its casual dress code and six-day schedule, with the longest hours falling at the end of the week.
Casual Late Hours in Basel
The appeal here is simple: 1777 keeps later hours on Thursday, Friday, Saturday than it does earlier in the week. If your plans in Basel run into the evening, those 11 PM closing times are the most useful verified detail to know.
First-timers should note that no verified fine-dining format, tasting menu, chef credential, cuisine, drinks program, or price point is available from the provided information. If you are comparing it with Safran Zunft or Schlüsselzunft, make the choice based on the basics that are confirmed for 1777: Basel location, casual dress, operating hours.
How It Compares
Against other dining options, 1777 is easiest to understand through its verified schedule. Safran Zunft, Schlüsselzunft, Schnabel works if you are comparing named venues, but no specific menu, service, or atmosphere comparison for 1777 can be confirmed here.
Ramazzotti and Don Curry are other named options to consider when looking at dining choices. For 1777, the grounded decision points remain limited: it is in Basel, the dress code is casual, it is closed on Sunday, it stays open until 11 PM from Thursday through Saturday.
The trade-off is that many details travelers often want, such as cuisine, menu style, reservation requirements, dietary accommodations, pricing, are not verified here. For a broader look at Basel's dining spectrum, consult our full Basel restaurants guide.
Planning details
- Location
- Im Schmiedenhof 10, 4001 Basel, Switzerland
- Website
- 1777.ch
- Phone
- +41612617777
The take
The Take
The Vibe
1777 sits squarely in Basel's Old Town and wears that address like a credential. The name — a specific year — signals a relationship to place rather than theatrics, and the dining room reads as a quietly assured civic table rather than a period set. The writing leans on local seriousness: Swiss‑German precision meets Alsatian technique, and the result is a restaurant that feels measured, refined and rooted. It belongs to the rhythms of commerce and culture around Im Schmiedenhof, serving a well‑travelled, professional crowd while acknowledging history without performing it.
Best For
This is a spot for people who want an authentic Old Town dining experience with an urbane edge. It clearly serves Basel's professional life — lawyers, dealers and business visitors — so it works well for business dinners and after‑work meals where reliability and tasteful execution matter. Travelers who appreciate regional seriousness and a classic approach to technique will find it rewarding, as will locals who prefer a steady, well‑crafted menu in the heart of the city rather than experimental outposts in residential quarters.
Ordering Tips
Menus at 1777 reflect the city's cross‑border influences and a preference for well‑executed classics. Start with what the place is known for: the 1777 burger and the rotating seasonal burger are signature choices that exemplify the kitchen's straightforward, technique‑driven cooking. Expect precise, traditionally informed preparations rather than haute‑concept dishes; ordering leans toward familiar, well‑made items that showcase local taste and the restaurant’s attentive, civic‑minded approach to dining.
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Also Consider
- Safran Zunft, Notable alternative
- Schnabel, Notable alternative
- Ramazzotti, Notable alternative
- Schlüsselzunft, Notable alternative
- Don Curry, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
1777 competes in Basel's casual bar-café segment rather than the city's chef-driven dining tier. Against Safran Zunft and Schlüsselzunft, both Zunft-hall venues with formal tasting menus, it offers easier access and later hours but none of the culinary ambition. If you're deciding between a reservation-only dining experience and a walk-in drinks stop, those venues serve different needs entirely. 1777 wins on spontaneity and late availability; the Zunft addresses win on food quality and service depth.
Closer comparisons include Ramazzotti and Don Curry, both casual Altstadt spots that accept walk-ins. Ramazzotti runs a broader Italian menu and handles groups more comfortably, while Don Curry specializes in curry plates with faster turnover. If you need food rather than just drinks, either of those delivers more substance. For pure late-night bar access without booking, 1777's extended Thursday-Saturday hours give it the edge.
Value seekers should note that Schnabel offers better wine selection and seasonal plates if you're willing to plan ahead. 1777's appeal lies in its low-commitment format: arrive anytime, order drinks, stay as long as the room allows. For travelers who prioritize flexibility over pedigree, it's the most practical choice in this part of Basel.
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Compare 1777
| Venue | Booking Difficulty | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| 1777 | Easy | No published awards |
| Safran Zunft | Unknown | No published awards |
| Schnabel | Unknown | No published awards |
| Ramazzotti | Unknown | No published awards |
| Schlüsselzunft | Unknown | No published awards |
| Don Curry | Unknown | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should a first-timer know about 1777?
1777 is in Basel and has a casual dress code. It is open Monday through Wednesday from 10 AM to 8 PM, Thursday through Saturday from 10 AM to 11 PM, closed on Sunday. Other details, including cuisine, menu format, booking policy, are not verified here.
What are alternatives to 1777?
Other venues to consider include Safran Zunft, Schlüsselzunft, Ramazzotti, Don Curry, Schnabel. Use each venue's current listing to compare details such as menu, booking, atmosphere, since those specifics are not verified for 1777 here.
What should I wear to 1777?
The verified dress code for 1777 is casual.
