LE PETIT
Read moreTucked away above La Chiésaz, this fine address (formerly Chez Dallen) offers fresh, sincere, tasty and inventive market cuisine. Chef Philippe has realized his dream of owning his own restaurant, and you can feel his passion in his menu, which evolves with the seasons, as well as a few additional dishes depending on the day's deliveries. Everything is homemade, using mainly products from local artisans. A simple table of good products appreciated by locals and walkers alike. Bon appétit!
ÉLIGO
Read moreAnother one of those trendy new tables that move the people of Lausanne in search of a different atmosphere and inventive dishes. Éligo offers a refined, tasty and generous Italian gastronomy based on fresh and seasonal products. Chef Enrico Ferrari is part of the new generation of Italian chefs who are characterized by their creativity and modernity. It's not cheap, often complete, but it's worth a try! Why Eligo? It means "making a choice". You have been warned, but the pleasure is all yours.
HUNG-WAN
Read moreWhen you want to enjoy steamed sea bass, crispy beef, grilled shrimps with garlic and above all real Pekingese lacquered duck, there is only one address: the Hung-Wan. These refined dishes typical of Hong Kong gastronomy are prepared here with delicacy and authenticity. As often in Asian restaurants, the welcome is impeccable and discreet. Little extras that are not to be disliked: the view of the lake and Sunday brunches.
NIRVANA
Read moreNewly refreshed, we let ourselves be guided in the discovery of Nirvana! This gastronomic Indian restaurant and lounge bar has a very high-end décor and furniture, with representations of Hindu women's faces on the walls that never leave your eyes. The atmosphere, very Bollywood chic, is cosy and warm, the service is pleasant and the cuisine refined. You can enjoy traditional Indian dishes such as tandoori chicken, massala lamb or shrimp and prawn biryani and get drunk on the spicy flavours.
MILAN
Read moreA veritable institution since 1910. Here, Italian cuisine is approached from a refined, family-style perspective, with no emphasis on pizzas - which aren't on the menu, by the way! We prefer to offer you great pasta dishes: tagliatelle with truffles, or simply homemade ravioli, but also saffron risotto, zucchini-crusted bass, spaghetti vongole or meat specialties. The house specialty, which will never be taken off the menu, is of course veal liver Venetian style.
LA BAVARIA
Read moreLocated on the steep Rue du Petit-Chêne, between the train station and Saint-François, this Munich brewery dates back to 1872 and is truly part of Lausanne's identity. It's a true Lausanne institution. In a wood-panelled décor, with carved Bavarian friezes, the waiters carry heavy trays of sauerkraut and mugs of beer. Note: often crowded and, as a result, noisy. In summer, the small wooden terrace is perfect for watching passers-by. Chef Geoffrey prepares seasonal cuisine all year round.
LA GARE CULLY
Read moreAlthough the restaurant is very famous, the establishment also includes a typical café and a wonderful shaded terrace. The menu, complete and very tempting, announces as well breaded tomme on salad, filet of perch meunière or fresh pasta, as beef flank steak with shallots, all complemented by burgers or vegetarian dishes. In addition to this, we also offer plates of the day that change according to the chef's inspiration. During the Cully Jazz Festival, this is the place to go! Even without the festival, by the way!
MANORA
Read morePerched on the top floor of the Manor department store, overlooking the rooftops of Geneva and St. Peter's Cathedral, this self-service restaurant offers well-balanced, affordable meals at any time of day. A wide variety of soups, large salads, fish, meat, grilled meats, pastas, vegetable buffets, woks and freshly cooked dishes are on offer. It's a high quality self-service restaurant with a warm atmosphere. Pizzas and pasta à la minute are served on a 300-seat terrace with a breathtaking view of Geneva and the Jet d'Eau.
LE CHAT ROUGE
Read moreOlé, waving your hats around like a sombrero, you're in Mexico! We offer two main courses: the spectacular molcajete, first of all. A pre-Columbian Mexican specialty. Chicken, pork, beef and lamb for the meat version, prawns, monkfish and squid for the fish version are mixed, melting, grilled in a delicious way by this unique process. Another house specialty is the filetitos. Served in a cast iron dish, meat, chicken or shrimp, minced, have been carefully prepared in a marinade based on Mexican spices.
RESTAURANT VIEUX-BOIS
Read moreA sumptuous building dating from the 18th century, located in the heart of the international organizations district, right next to the UN palace. The students of the Geneva Hotel School are doing their trial run there. They are in the kitchen, preparing the dishes and serving in the dining room. They are perfecting their knowledge, and the result is a success. The seasonal menu is composed of refined dishes, always well presented. A pleasant terrace opens on the Ariana park. A break before visiting the UN or the International Red Cross Museum.
L'ACCADEMIA
Read moreA corner of Italy in the Hôtel d'Angleterre, a superb 18th-century building. In 1816, it played host to the sulphurous Lord Byron, famous poet and great defender of freedoms. Aromas, flavors, colors and freshness are the order of the day in this upscale Italian gastronomy restaurant. The bill can be high, even very high. In summer, take a seat on the terrace, where the panoramic view over the lake, as always, completes these moments of pure bliss, offering a real escape.
2LA RUE
Read moreLover of good home cooking? An address not to be missed in this picturesque district of the Pâquis. This gourmet bistro, decorated with mismatched chairs and tables painted and sometimes personalised with the names of the regulars, is a warm place at any time of the day for a small coffee, a little balloon of wine or a meal with the dishes of yesteryear: poached eggs meurette, onion soup, coq au vin, tripe à la lyonnaise, apple pudding, entrecote d'Herens? The dishes are often served in a cast iron pan on the wooden table.
L'OLIVO
Read moreIn the heart of the Hilton Geneva, the Olivo offers a stopover with Mediterranean flavours. During the summer, the terrace opens onto a beautiful setting and this ensures a total change of scenery without having to take a plane. Its hundred-year-old olive trees and its organic vegetable garden give us a breath of fresh air. The chef honours Italian dishes with a contemporary touch: pasta, lobster risotto venere, salmon antipasti, beef fillet Fabisala, or wild sea bream in a sea salt crust. A beautiful Italian escape.
RESTAURANT EDELWEISS
Read moreDo you want to return to Switzerland in its pure state? Its folklore and culinary traditions? Then spend an evening at the Edelweiss in the mountain pastures: a real chalet reconstructed in the room where you can enjoy your meal to the sound of yodlers and alphorn. This real chalet in the heart of the town offers typical Swiss dishes (fondue, raclette, rösti , warm tomme salad) . The Swississime fondue served with dried meat from the Valais and a glass of kirsch maintains the original culinary tradition. Conviviality "made in Switzerland"
PAKUPAKU
Read moreHere, the cuisine is composed of small dishes to be ordered for the whole table, in all conviviality. It's like anisakaya (a kind of Japanese bistro), where everyone picks and chooses according to their tastes and desires and shares with their neighbours, in a contemporary and neat setting. Vegetarian dishes, salads, sashimi (raw fish), brochettes (chicken, eel, shrimp), dim-sum (spring rolls), noodles (vegetable or meat noodles), fish dishes ( teriyaki salmon), meat and poultry ( takaki beef, Karaage chicken).
LA SIXIÈME HEURE
Read moreAn interesting and original concept: a restaurant combined with a flea market! This café-restaurant offers several options for dining, sipping tea or taking a table home... In the truest sense of the word: you really can leave with a chair or table under your arm after your meal! On sale are ex-style Bauhaus lamps, chandeliers, lamps, tables and chairs, but not necessarily the ones you'll be sitting in. The cuisine is simple but good. A good address. For a snack, you can enjoy delicious homemade desserts.
LE VIEIL OUCHY
Read moreLe Vieil Ouchy in Lausanne offers an idyllic setting on the shores of Lake Geneva. Enjoy the romantic ambience of candlelight and soft lighting, with a breathtaking view of the Alps. The restaurant serves authentic, tasty Swiss cuisine made with fresh, local produce. Let yourself be tempted by the delicious fondues, prepared with passion, such as black summer truffle or morel. Le Vieil Ouchy is committed to using fresh, local produce, giving priority to short supply chains. Fish is caught daily in Lake Geneva.
EMILIOS
Read moreIn the beautiful and peaceful shopping street that has reached the Plaine plain since the Place des des Philosophers, a small Greek restaurant and caterer delights us with Mediterranean flavours. Music on Friday evening and Saturday evening except in summer, in a framework all that is simplest, with a smoking room and a non-smoking room. Moussaka, mezze like taramossalata (cod foam foam) and spanakopitakia (laminated with spinach and cheese), not forgetting the baklava, which makes us travel to this magnificent peninsula. Of course, one of the many Greek wines on the map.
JECK’S PLACE
Read moreSpecializing in the cuisine of Singapore and Thailand, Jeck's Place invites us to travel to Asia. The decoration is clean and neat, the welcome is pleasant and the meals are tasty. The Singaporean cuisine, relatively unknown, is marked by its diversity. Malaysia, China and Thailand mingle in our plates to offer a clever mix of flavours and aromas. You can enjoy shrimp with sesame, fish with ginger in chilli sauce, beef with Singapore curry or tofu goreng. Simple but good!
AU PETIT PORT
Read moreIt's a charming setting where you immediately feel at home in bright, cheerful rooms with unpretentious decor. On sunny days, you can enjoy the terrace overlooking the lake and the beauty of a panorama you'll never tire of. Le grand tableau noir indique les suggestions et menus du jour. We always serve well-prepared lake fish, such as char, perch or féra fillets, accompanied by a glass of fine Vaud or Valais wine. Un petit moment de bonheur, sur fond de grand bleu du lac.
FUJI
Read moreA little sushi or maki break on the spot or to take away? Perched on the first floor above a pizzeria, the place doesn't look like much, but when it comes to cooking, quality is the order of the day. The fish are fresh and tender, the sushi excellent. The welcome and the service are pleasant and warm. It would be too bad to stop at the outside of the restaurant and not taste the culinary delights of Fuji! A perennial address.
MONTREUX JAZZ CAFÉ
Read moreGeneva's Montreux Jazz Café is now in its hometown! Relaxed luxury and a décor inspired by the environment of the famous festival of the same name. Generous cuisine, a selection of the region's finest vintages, surrounded by archives of the greatest concerts, in a setting imbued with emotions dating back to 1967. Whether you want to share a few tapas in a musical atmosphere before attending a concert or play, it's always a place full of energy! Don't miss out on cocktails at Funky Claude's bar. Concert program.
BELLA VITA
Read moreLife is good, it's true, especially when it comes to having a good time in a real Italian restaurant. As generous as the pizzas, the menu is long and we note the 20 kinds of sauces proposed to decorate your pasta. The atmosphere is warm, and you will be welcomed with a free house aperitif. The two rooms are often well filled. We appreciate the menus designed to satisfy all appetites and especially the weekend menu with a choice of pasta, risottos and pizzas. It's ideal for families.
THAÏ PHUKET
Read moreA pretty, hushed decor, typically Asian, where you can treat yourself to specialities such as shrimps with Thai curry, pad Thai noodles with shrimps or chicken with green curry and Thai basil leaves. Very close to the Palace of Nations, the place is taken by storm at noon by international officials. A nice wine list for lovers of good wines.
LE DORIAN
Read moreThis Italian cafe restaurant is a haven for teachers and bankers. At night, the tone rises with the release of the shows. The atmosphere is that of a luxurious and discreet brasserie. One always tastes there the marvellous rosemary ravioli, a vitello tonnato, a saltimbocca Romana or a grilled sirloin of beef tagliatta, alla rucola, olivo e lmone... As for desserts, we love the Sicilian cassata, the tirami-sù withamaretto, the fruit mille-feuille... The welcome remains warm even late after the show. One of the good addresses of the district!
JAIPUR
Read moreWhen you push the heavy door of this famous Indian restaurant, you discover an authentic decor like its cuisine. The Jaipur serves at noon the dish of the day, the Thali, which is a plate made up of meat, vegetables, rice and a doughnut; in the evening, one takes the time to make a banquet. Vegetarians will find delicate vegetables that will delight them. You can choose between strengths 1, 2 or 3, depending on whether you want to eat a lightly or strongly spiced dish. There is even the possibility of reserving a room for twenty covers for a meal with friends.
CAFÉ DU LYS
Read moreIt has already been thirteen years since the Fleur de Lys, which has become a true Geneva institution, was born out of a bet between three Scouting buddies. In the morning, we come there to eat a sandwich with a small coffee and a newspaper. At midday, the dish of the day, inventive, copious and cheap, never disappoints. During the day, you will come to appreciate the home-made syrups and the impressive tea menu. Then, at aperitif time, beer lovers will find what they are looking for among the 25 or so brands on offer, accompanied by excellent home-made tapas.
LEONARDO
Read moreMangi sano vivi bene. This is the credo of the Leonardo, dedicated to Italian cuisine geared towards well-being. In addition to traditional pizzas, fresh vegetables, fresh pasta, meats and fish a la plancha, there's the star product: focaccia, straight from Pane, Amore e Fantasia. To complete this high-quality cuisine, gluten-free dishes are also available. You can enjoy all this in a refined, designer atmosphere (takeaway also available). When the weather's nice, you'll love the large terrace overlooking the piazza.
AL CILENTO
Read moreIt is Mario Di Sessa who orchestrates this neighbourhood address where you have a very pleasant time. You are at the local bistro, in the restaurant or bar to enjoy Italian or Swiss cuisine generously concocted by the chef. The house works exclusively with fresh products. After the morning delivery of the vegetables Mario takes his place behind the stove. A successful reconversion for this former plumber who worked in theatre, singing, politics and gardening before expressing his passion for cooking here.
LES TROIS TOURS
Read moreAlain Paillereau took over the reins of this restaurant in 2021. You're in a house dating back to 1839 in the delightful Bourguillon district, just a few minutes from the center of Fribourg. The chef trained with Éric Frechon, Anne-Sophie Pic and Michel Troigros. He was awarded a Michelin star in 2022. The cuisine gives pride of place to local producers, whether for fish, fruit, vegetables or condiments. The service, of course, matches the setting. The terrace, shaded by chestnut trees, is an inviting place to stroll and enjoy a cup of coffee.
L’ENTRECÔTE COURONNÉE
Read moreIn the heart of the Pâquis district, a very good Genevan bistro address that's absolutely irresistible, as much for its warm welcome, its slightly retro decor, as for its cuisine that leans towards gastronomy. Local products, local wines, crus by the glass and excellent food! We come here for the magnificent entrecôte couronnée, its veal tournedos and its pan-fried red lentils and cornucopias, as well as its delicious fish dishes that leave exquisite memories for the taste buds. The restaurant supports regional agricultural production.
TAO'S
Read moreRight in the heart of the bustling city, Tao's is an exotic (and posh) oasis in Zurich. The setting is intoxicating: a beautiful wooden terrace under the trees in the summer, a trendy neo-Asian decor with subdued lighting and warm tones inside. On the menu, a fusion menu faithful to its Asian-European mix, like the Chinese ravioli with truffles and the tagliolinis with beef and red curry sauce. The adjacent bar, designed in the same trendy spirit, will delight cigar and refined cocktail lovers.
LE TOUT PETIT THAÏ
Read moreLocated on the first floor of the Mix Shop, opposite the upper entrance of Fnac, the Petit Thaï is an excellent address for eating at a low price: Ginger chicken chicken, matsaman curry beef, cashew shrimp, cashew shrimp and many more. The service is very fast and the friendly staff. Non-smoking room.
MA-JONG
Read moreMa-Jong is an Asian fast-food restaurant that breaks away from the Swiss norm, with takeaway boxes of Chinese noodles or more elaborate on-site dishes. Excellent pad thai and hearty ramen! The place has opened a second floor that doubles as a sushi bar and karaoke bar (Thursday, Friday and Saturday). The owner, who worked with Japanese for ten years, has decided to offer traditional sushi at affordable prices. Also worth trying: Asian beers such as Tsingtao. A well-known address among regulars.
LES BERGES DE VIDY
Read moreLocated on the grounds of the Vidy campsite, this restaurant offers a friendly, relaxed setting. With its large lakeside terrace surrounded by trees, Les Berges de Vidy is the ideal place to stop for a meal or just an ice cream. Under Orangina umbrellas, you can enjoy delicious perch fillets or simpler fare such as cheese crusts and pizzas. The Breton pancake bar also serves excellent buckwheat pancakes. Flip-flops and pétanque atmosphere guaranteed all day long!
CAFÉ BEAU-RIVAGE
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CROISIÈRES GOURMANDES
Read moreAnother dimension, this time from the lake. It's an exploration not to be missed, a cruise aboard one of the Belle Époque boats on the lake. The cruise offers beautiful panoramic views of the Lavaux terraces and the Swiss Riviera, and the Alps on the French side. CGN offers a wide variety of gourmet cruises, including the "festival des fondues" (cheese or wine fondues), or "lunches on the lake", or chef's suggestions. Consult the site for timetables, itineraries and menu components, which vary according to date.
RESTAURANT DE L’HÔTEL DE VILLE CRISSIER
Read moreWhen cuisine becomes an art in itself, an empire of the senses, in terms of flavors, colors and presentation, it's called Crissier for regulars. This three-Michelin-starred restaurant has held on to its title of nobility for over a decade now: it's one of Switzerland's finest tables, and well worth the trip. Excellent and sublime when each dish, combining flavors, texture and art of presentation, constitutes a masterpiece of culinary art.
LE PONT DE BRENT
Read moreAll the Swiss in the region know this prestigious gastronomic address, located in the charming village of Brent, on the heights of Montreux. Since 2011, Stéphane Décotterd concocts divine dishes based on local products (2 Michelin stars). The puff pastry of frogs' legs with tuberous chervil, black truffles, makes our mouth water. When the Biscôme clementine flavoured with mountain honey arrives, our gaze says a lot about our delicacy! A refined setting in a building of character and a marvellous terrace.
LE MUSEUM
Read moreThe Museum is an institution offering the full range of unmissable Swiss specialties. Admittedly, it's not the best value for money in town, but you'll enjoy it in a Vaudois atmosphere. The setting is pretty and rustic, with red and white gingham tablecloths for the meat specialties, such as beef tenderloin heart fondue, charbonnade and entrecôte (from 200 to 500 g!), all served with the cellar's gratin, made with ten kinds of cheese. A real treat. The Charbonnade is excellent, and the service is good.
CAFÉ-RESTAURANT LES FOUGÈRES
Read moreA building with typical regional architecture, set back from the hustle and bustle, but easily accessible from the town. In a traditional pint décor, meat dishes are served mainly as rump steak from our mountains, "Café de Paris" butter or veal kidneys with Meaux mustard, oriented towards local cuisine. Friendly and relaxed atmosphere, in a cosy dining room, with fireplace, or also on the terrace.
RESTAURANT PIZZERIA DU NORD
Read moreWhen we compare recipes to musical notes, we can recompose them together to give birth to thousands of other ideas and create new compositions. It's a real poem, and it works! The pizzas are good and tasty, and the welcome and service are excellent. In short, the atmosphere is one of Italian gastronomy, and you'll never tire of enjoying it. A recommended address if you're craving pizza.
AUBERGE DU VIGNERON
Read moreThis time, it's a golden-yellow house clinging to the terraces of Lavaux, a location worth its weight in gold, as always, facing the lake and the Alps, a sublime panorama of which one never tires, whatever the light or the season. Everyone fights to have lunch on the lake side, so much so that the managers warn: reservations? According to the recorded chronology, by telephone. You've been warned. Fillets of perch, pike-perch, trout, risottos, sauerkraut, papet vaudois... Traditional and tasty dishes to savor.
LE GUILLAUME TELL
Read moreIt's a little pink house perched on the terraces of Lavaux, a pretty winegrower's house in Aran-Villette. Its chef, Denis Velen, prepares gastronomy based on creativity, inventiveness, color and the inspiration of the moment. He creates "whims of the moment" menus. A great deal of research goes into flavors, the blending of products and the surprise of taste. On sunny days, you can enjoy a splendid view from the terrace. We also offer cooking classes on Thursday and Saturday mornings, followed by a tasting menu (check website).
AUBERGE DU RAISIN
Read moreA house of character in the pretty village of Cully, l'Auberge du Raisin is an elegant address. Under the inlaid ceiling of a late 14th early 15th century room decorated with still lifes, you can enjoy gastronomic cuisine, good spit-roasted meats such as the "Boucherie Nardi" rib of beef, creamy tarragon butter, or the whole roasted Swiss cockerel on the spit, with Meaux mustard sauce. The fish dishes are finely cooked. Several areas, bar, cellar, brasserie, restaurant, reading room and hotel.
ALADIN
Read moreIn Vevey's pedestrian street, the Aladin restaurant is a well-known address among local residents. In a magnificent setting worthy of the Arabian Nights, Ahmad Bahadli has been serving Moroccan, Lebanese and even Iraqi specialities for twelve years. By day, the atmosphere is friendly and sunny. In the evening, candles on the tables make for a more intimate atmosphere. After a starter of hummus and couscous or tagine, there's nothing better than settling down on a pouffe with your hookah and enjoying a light digestion.
WIRTSCHAFT ZUM FRIEDEN
Read moreSince 2007, Heidi and Fabrice Bischoff have welcomed us to one of the town's oldest residences, dating back to 1445! In a cozy setting with antique furniture, wood panelling and a small oriel window, you can savour meticulously prepared local cuisine with a French accent (the chef, Mr. Bischoff, is of French-speaking origin). You'll feel right at home! In fine weather, the terrace and its pergola are a real plus where you can enjoy delicious seasonal dishes. Specialties include game meats. Very friendly service.
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