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Top 10 Swiss food in Geneva, Canton of Geneva, Switzerland
Find out what Swiss restaurants to try in Geneva. The shores of Lake Geneva have attracted visitors and invaders for millennia. The cheerful city of Geneva sits on the lake's western shore, lofty snowcapped peaks creating a gorgeous backdrop on all sides. The city is perfect for exploring on foot; rent a bike to venture further. The top of any itinerary should be visits to Geneva's lakefront and its famed water fountain, the Flower Clock in the English Garden, St. Peter's Cathedral, Reformation Wall, Place Neuve and the birthplace of the U.N.
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10. Auberge de Saviese
Overall Ratings
4 based on 978 reviews
L'Auberge de Saviese is a Cafe Restaurant full of charm and authenticity, located in the heart of the Paquis area. There, for more than fifty years, the restaurant has been perpetuating Swiss culinary traditions. You'll be able to discover regional specia
Reviewed By Margaret T
We chose to book ahead at this lovely Swiss Auberge after reading good reviews and we were certainly impressed. My husband chose the steak after reading it was good and he was very happy, as was I with my chevre chaud salad - very ample portions, delicious! The local beers were also excellent The atmosphere was lovely, very busy, seated near an open window very comfortable. Highly recommend for a typical Swiss experience in GenevaDear Margaret,Thank you very much for letting us know more about your recent experience at the restaurant. I am delighted to know that your were pleased by the food offering and the portions provided as well as our Swiss beers selection. The restaurant is all about family, as you mentioned, generosity and quality. Therefore I am happy that you perceived the experience this way.I hope I will have the chance to welcome you back soon in our restaurant to try some our cheese specialties.Kindest regards
9. L'Entrecote Couronnee
Overall Ratings
4 based on 456 reviews
Reviewed By yunshou57
We had two lovely steaks cooked the way we like them, medium, medium rare. The desserts we had were cheesecake and trio of desserts (crème brulee, chocolate mouse, and lemon meringue). All washed down with a nice half bottle of house red wine. The service was good and the atmosphere just right. It was a good birthday dinner. The bill was chf156 which included a hefty chf10 for 80cl of water. Don't think there is a need to charge so much for water.
8. Le Gruyerien
Overall Ratings
4 based on 352 reviews
Reviewed By wildcatmama2
Great little mom/pop diner to enjoy traditional Swiss meal. We had the cheese fondue...but our favorite was the Swiss Cheese Melt (Raclette). The Swiss macaroni and cheese with bacon is also very good. They do not offer American chocolate fondue but they do have other desserts. The restaurant is a bit off the beaten path and parking is limited. They close between lunch and dinner so make sure they are open before you go. Also just a warning that they didn't seem to speak much English at all so ordering was more difficult if that is your only language. Nonetheless, we enjoyed our meal and the Swiss Cheese Melt (Raclette) alone made it worth any difficulties! Delicious!
7. La Limite
Overall Ratings
4 based on 215 reviews
Reviewed By AldridgeLocust
I don't have much to say... I turned up (it was just me), asked for a table for 1, and the woman was really rude. She said something in French, and I said I don't understand, do you speak English (in French). She just shrugged her shoulders and pointed to the door. She couldn't have cared less...
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6. Restaurant du Vieux-Port
Overall Ratings
4 based on 128 reviews
That gourmet moment to be savoured with passion Fluffy mousses, fried foie gras, delicately seasoned fish from the lake, noble meats stuffed with berries, home-made deserts... An inspired menu that evolves with the seasons ; gastronomy enriched with an i
Reviewed By Wendy M
Versoix has many good restaurants and the vieux-port is one of the best in my opinion. The service is excellent, the food is delicious, innovative, nouvelle cuisine inspired and beautifully presented. The atmosphere is warm and friendly.
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5. Cafe Papon
Overall Ratings
4 based on 310 reviews
Reviewed By Acineto
The cafe is located in Old town beside the Banc de la treille. It also looked like they have outdoor dining areas by it to see the views. Keep an eye out for the sign by the entrance on the walls of the old building.There was plenty of seating inside but I did book beforehand as I only had a night there. Service was really good, water kept topped up and not rushing. The place did looks quite fancy but it was also very relaxed so it was easy to just sit there and enjoy the meal.Had a beer and that came with a fairly large bowl full of nuts and other salty treats. Nice to snack while perusing through the menu. I started with the quail pie and that was amazing. The pastry was crisp and flakey and the filling was rich and tasty. One of the best pies I've had, I would probably come back just for this. The sauce was just so flavourful. It came with a salad and bread, which was nice to dip into the sauce.For the main, I went with the civet coq au vin. The vegetables were all seasoned and cooked beautifully. I found the meat to be too dry. The sauce was delicious but quite lacking so that was disappointing. Think that if there was more sauce then the meat wouldn't have been as dry and been more enjoyable. The pistachio religious for dessert was nice. They even came and poured the chocolate "habit" over the pastry. A nice crispness to the pastry and the filling was tasty, as was the ice cream.It was an enjoyable experience overall and not a bad choice if you do only have one night in Geneva.
4. Cafe du Soleil
Overall Ratings
4 based on 1537 reviews
Le Café du Soleil is one of the oldest restaurant in Geneva (around 400 years old), well known for serving the best fondue and delicious malakoffs. Our restaurant also offers a varied menu to satisfy everybody and daily specials for lunch made with love.
Reviewed By Laurence D
This is an amazingly buzzy and busy restaurantSundayLunch was great, reasonable priced and the food was as good as fondue gets a Must Go
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3. Restaurant Les Armures
Overall Ratings
4 based on 1515 reviews
Reviewed By Limoncelloh
Needed to make sure to have fondue in Geneva. This restaurant is a favorite of friends and came highly recommended. Glad we were able to get reservations. The restaurant is on the hill of the old town. So, the setting is beautiful and romantic.The fondue was great. Service was attentive.Lovely evening.
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2. Restaurant Le Grizzly Sarl
Overall Ratings
4 based on 203 reviews
Reviewed By jg3arrow
We escaped a convention at the PalExpo and walked across the street to this highly recommended restaurant for lunch. We had the special, with included a steak, fried potatoes and salad. Wine was extra, and we had a very good Swiss Gamay. Price came to about $58 each, which is a very good value in Switzerland. I liked the stuffed grizzly bear in the foyer & the fact the chef personally met the guests as they entered.
1. Le Thermometre
Overall Ratings
4 based on 241 reviews
Reviewed By youdan82
It is a classic french restaurant with a mom, pop, and son service.The food is excellent. Nothing groundbreaking, but excellent, which is exactly what good restaurants should strive for. The service was very friendly and adorable, and the prices were reasonable. I would definitely recommend the place to everyone.
