Oliver Twist

Zurich



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Type
Known for
being Zurich’s oldest pub
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Price
$$$$ Moderately Priced
Local tip
An early arrival can make it easier to find a table during popular sports screenings or quiz evenings.

Oliver Twist is an English-style pub at Rindermarkt 6 in the old town. Its character combines traditional pub culture with a social, informal setting for local regulars, international residents and visitors. The venue presents itself as a meeting place where people gather for drinks, conversation, food and televised sport.

The food follows a pub format, while the drinks selection includes beer on tap and English and Irish options. The atmosphere is shaped by the pub’s long-standing place in the old-town streets, with a style that reflects British pub life rather than a formal restaurant experience. Air conditioning, Wi-Fi and card payment support add practical comfort for longer visits or casual meet-ups.

Sports viewing is part of the venue’s identity, with television screens showing sporting events. That makes the pub suitable for relaxed group gatherings around major matches, as well as for a drink after exploring the city centre. Outdoor seating provides another way to use the venue when conditions allow, while the indoor space remains the main setting for food, beer and social occasions.

Oliver Twist also has a community-oriented side. A regular pub quiz forms part of its events programme, giving the venue a more participatory atmosphere than a standard bar. A club and newsletter offer another connection for repeat visitors, with updates and special offers shared through the pub’s own channels.

The setting suits casual meals, after-work drinks, sports fans, social groups and anyone looking for an English or Irish pub atmosphere in central Zurich. It can work for both short visits and longer evenings, depending on the event and the level of activity in the pub. Gift vouchers are available, and the venue also provides a contact point for enquiries and online ordering.

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The pub is at Rindermarkt 6 in Zürich’s old town, close to the city centre.
It is an English-style pub with British and Irish influences, pub food, beer and a social bar setting.
Table arrangements should be confirmed directly with the pub before arrival.
Dietary suitability should be checked with staff before ordering, as options can depend on the current food service.
Yes, outdoor seating is listed among the pub’s facilities, subject to conditions and availability.
The meeting-place format and sports viewing make it suitable for social groups, with seating arrangements best confirmed in advance.
The venue is a pub centred on food, drinks and televised sport, so family suitability depends on the time of visit and the group’s preferences.
Card payments are accepted, and lunch checks are also listed among the available payment methods.
Yes, the venue provides a telephone contact for enquiries, including questions about visits, events and seating.

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