Where to Eat in Argentiere: The Best Restaurants and Bars

March 5, 2018 Deane Carmody

Discover the best restaurant in Argentiere, France including Restaurant Albert 1er, The Office Bar, Le Grenier, Restaurant Les Cheserys, La Remise, Restaurant Revola, The Stone Bar, Le Bistrot du Dahu, La Ferme des 3 Ours, Le Cafe Comptoir
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1. Restaurant Albert 1er

38 route du Bouchet | Hameau Albert 1er, 74400, Chamonix, France Waitstaff, Parking Available, Free Off-Street Parking, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Reservations, Private Dining, Seating, Validated Parking, Wine and Beer, Accepts Credit Cards French Lunch, Dinner HK$377 - HK$1,507 +33 4 50 53 05 09
Excellent
69%
Good
15%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
4%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 314 reviews

Restaurant Albert 1er

Pierre Maillet’s goal, as head chef of our two star restaurant, is to conserve the taste of the produce, respect texture, gently combine things and not spoil them by trying to over-enhance them. Having taken over from his father-in-law, Pierre Carrier, he has upheld the restaurant’s traditions by proposing a subtle, modern and natural cuisine, inspired by the surrounding area. A cuisine spanning 5 generations that is influenced by the treasures of the French/Italian Alps : Char and Fera from Lake Léman, snails from the Mont Blanc region, sweetbreads, Dombes duckling, Bresse poulard and local cheese, pork and lamb….Dishes subtly enhanced by the herb garden, overseen by Pierre Carrier: wood sorrel, tarragon, lemon thyme, savory, lemon balm, sage, wild thyme, marjoram or burnet. The Albert 1er’s carte is also influenced by the neighbouring Piedmont region: lemon risotto and « Bottarga di Tonno », crab ravioli on a mousse of curcuma, garden peas and mint bisque, farm goat’s cheese and beetroot gnocchi. From his travels around the world, his childhood in the Toulouse region and training in successful restaurants along the Mediterranean coast, Pierre Maillet has created a selection of flavours and spices with which to season his dishes : line-caught John Dory fillet, citron, tonka beans, turnip confit and hollande sauce, line-caught sea bream with basil in a squid and herb crust, consommé, garlic rouille and croutons; whole roasted Breton lobster served in two ways, with yuzu confit, avocado, grapefruit and Nepalese Timur pepper, or Lobster à la Cardinal with fondant potatoes in coral butter. Perle de la Dombes Peking duckling seasoned with orange and gingerbread, stewed leg and almonds, coriander and homemade lemon confit. Surprisingly wonderful combinations created with seasonal produce and his passion for cooking, creating, inventing and seducing. Hard, relentless work ensures that the simplicity of the food provides an explosion of flavours and enjoyment. Alain Gousse, our head sommelier, will be delighted to advise from the exceptional house cellar – 19,000 bottles with over 1,000 varieties, 646 of which are on the wine list.

Reviewed By Herve B - Scottsdale, Arizona

We have been to Albert 1er at least 20 times in the last 10 years. It never disappoints.The food is obviously outstanding. Very refined. Some could say "relatively classic french gastronomy". My impression is that the level of creativity has been increasing over the years. It is THE place to go in Chamonix for a great lunch or dinner. Prices at lunch are rather reasonable. The sommelier always has great recommendations. Service is perfect.

2. The Office Bar

274 rue Charlet Straton, 74400 Argentiere, Chamonix, France Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Television, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Free Wifi Bar, British, Pub, International, Vegetarian Friendly Lunch, Dinner, Late Night, Drinks HK$31 - HK$290 +33 4 50 54 15 46
Excellent
49%
Good
34%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
4%
Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 208 reviews

The Office Bar

Reviewed By Steve L - Glasgow, United Kingdom

Was not inspired from the outside, but was very pleased once in the door. Very olde and authentic French environment. Food was perfect and a great menu to cover all tastes. Excellent staff and could not do enough - though my French is non-existent. I had the steak - and was perfect with brown beer on tap - I was happy!

3. Le Grenier

372 rue Charlet Straton | Chamonix, 74400 Argentiere, Chamonix, France Reservations, Seating, Parking Available, Street Parking, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Accepts Visa, Digital Payments, Free Wifi, Outdoor Seating, Waitstaff French Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Brunch HK$55 - HK$290 +33 4 50 54 06 00
Excellent
65%
Good
31%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
2%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 97 reviews

Le Grenier

Best coffee in town, steak house, pancakes, fresh, home made and cheap food.

Reviewed By ackart - Denver, Colorado

Our hiking group had dinner here. I had trout cooked in parchment with ratatouille. This was delicious. The tomato salad plate was yummy. The filet steak was not enjoyed. Nice atmosphere. Right on the main street. Nice dessert choices. Seemed many locals there.

4. Restaurant Les Cheserys

285 rue Charlet Straton, 74400 Argentiere, Chamonix, France Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol French, European Dinner, Lunch HK$118 - HK$251 +33 4 50 18 23 48
Excellent
27%
Good
42%
Satisfactory
14%
Poor
12%
Terrible
5%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 156 reviews

Restaurant Les Cheserys

Welcome in a comfortable setting, we offer a french traditionnal cuisine with excellent meats and fishes, and with as well some local cheese specialities (fondue, tartiflette...). Everything is entirely home made. NEW : you can order all our dishes for take away...!!! In summer, sit back on the largest terrasse in town, in front of the Mont-Blanc...

Reviewed By Greg H - Melbourne, Australia

We had the raclette for 2 people at 25€ each. It was disappointing. There was a small quantity of assorted charcuterie to share, a few lettuce leaves and small potatoes. The cheese was served in ample quantity but was quite tasteless. The wine list was extensive but highly priced around 16€ for 50cl bottle. Service was fine. The restaurant has ample Seating indoor and outdoor.

5. La Remise

1124 Route d Argentiere | La Remise, 74400 Argentiere, Chamonix, France Delivery, Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Reservations, Validated Parking, Free Off-Street Parking, Wheelchair Accessible, Accepts Credit Cards French, European, Vegetarian Friendly, Gluten Free Options Lunch, Dinner, Drinks HK$165 - HK$824 +33 4 50 34 06 96
Excellent
69%
Good
23%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 326 reviews

La Remise

La Remise is a "must-try" restaurant in Chamonix Valley with an absolutely fantastic view on the Mont-Blanc, the atmosphere is lively and the wine selection authentic. The concept at La Remise comprises of classical French techniques paired with influences from the current modern British gastronomic movement whilst paying respect to the wonderful regional products. Restaurant highlight: the Chef in partnership with a local producer are dry aging a selection of high quality beef on site. To experience an extraordinary quality of meat in both taste and texture book early to avoid disappointment (Meat dry aged for a minimum of 30 days) - a unique experience by La Remise!

Reviewed By A TripAdvisor Member

My boyfriend and I traveled to Chamonix from New York City for New Year’s Eve 2018. We decided to do our dinner at La Remise and are SO glad we did. The restaurant is about a 20 minute bus ride from Chamonix centre (or about...MoreDear Madame, Sir, Thank you so so much for this amazing review that really is touching us all here at La Remise! A verry happy new year to you again and see you again in Chamonix maybe next year? With kind regards, Morgane

6. Restaurant Revola

263 avenue Cachat le Geant, 74400, Chamonix, France Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Outdoor Seating French, European Lunch, Dinner, Drinks HK$345 - HK$698 +33 6 30 69 27 55
Excellent
65%
Good
30%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 340 reviews

Restaurant Revola

Nous vous proposons des produits frais et de saison

Reviewed By thehazelwood - London

There's something very French about this French restaurant, and it isn't necessarily the food. The interior: all dark ceramic tiles, dark hard laminate tables, and hard although upholstered lipstick red chairs, with an eclectic mix of artwork, bits and bobs, and 'too many things', couldn't have been produced in any other country. The interior's blacks, reds and whites are not welcoming - not even very 'foody'.
The menu is quite traditional: a bit of foie gras here, some beef there, chocolate pudding to follow.
A few of us opted for the foie gras but found the accompaniment overwhelmed it, there was too much purple stuff and the foie gras was cold and hard and sadly couldn't really be tasted.
My beef main was gorgeous, our daughter's roast lamb was equally excellent.
Desserts were a bit disappointing. My chocolate tart was nice, nothing to complain about, but at this price point you expect a bit of excellence.
The high point was a very drinkable red for €25 - if only other Chamonix restaurants would follow this lead. Top marks here.
But overall we won't be rushing back. The dining room is not comfortable, the food is okay, and the prices are very steep for a place beside the cemetery on a busy main road. There are better alternatives in Chamonix.

7. The Stone Bar

390 rue Charlet Straton, 74400 Argentiere, Chamonix, France Takeout, Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Outdoor Seating, Highchairs Available Pizza, Italian, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options Lunch, Dinner, Late Night, Drinks +33 4 50 54 13 17
Excellent
43%
Good
49%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
2%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 135 reviews

The Stone Bar

Reviewed By bilu_kinfe - Geneva, Switzerland

We went to this restaurant with friends, and we had two children with us. We were welcomed with a smile and tables were set for us to meet our comfort. I really appreciated this because two other restaurants we tried to go to prior to coming to this place had a sort of 'kids aren't welcome attitude'. The pizza was also very good and was served quite quickly.

8. Le Bistrot du Dahu

325 rue Charlet Straton, 74400 Argentiere, Chamonix, France Wheelchair Accessible, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Free Off-Street Parking, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi French Lunch, Dinner +33 4 50 54 38 68
Excellent
34%
Good
41%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
8%
Terrible
7%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 260 reviews

Le Bistrot du Dahu

Reviewed By MichaelJLaw - Valencia, Spain

Visited on spec yesterday we no previous knowledge. The staff were extremely friendly & attentive & spoke English. It was just a lunch we required we were four & two had the Dahu burger which was a gourmet burger with bacon & raclette cheese, beautiful ground beef & perfect fat chips. The others chose tartiflette - I think reblochon cheese. All washed down with carafes of highly quaffable house red. Can’t fault this restaurant & it had a light & airy alpine feel to it. So thanks to the staff!

9. La Ferme des 3 Ours

le Plan Droit, 74660 Vallorcine, Chamonix, France Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Validated Parking, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol French Lunch, Dinner, Late Night +33 4 50 54 63 06
Excellent
51%
Good
40%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
3%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 299 reviews

La Ferme des 3 Ours

Reviewed By TV-Trippers - Habere-Lullin, France

This is a very comfortable restaurant, with a lovely relaxed authentic character & decor - super range of local dishes, excellent attentive staff - wonderful mountainous location.
Veranda Seating outside to enjoy the Mountains when weather allows.
Lovely place for convivial relaxed dining.
Very family friendly, will supply child seats in advance.
Advice -
» restaurant is closed off season : open one week before Christmas to end April / beginning-May & June to end September
» Lunchtime hours 12h - 14h00 : last orders 13h55
» Dinner from 19h
» Should book in advance - it`s a long way to go to find they are fully booked
» Vallorcine altitude 1,300 m / 4,265 ft - in heavy winter weather the road from Chamonix or from Switzerland can get cut-off by avalanches
» in the height of winter weather carrying of snow chains obligatory & you very well may need to use them, so learn how beforehand & carry winter kit

10. Le Cafe Comptoir

Chemin Rural dit du Plan de l'Envers, 74660 Vallorcine, Chamonix, France Takeout, Full Bar, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Street Parking, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Wine and Beer, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi French, European, Vegetarian Friendly, Gluten Free Options Lunch, Dinner, Late Night HK$173 - HK$432 +33 4 50 18 72 43
Excellent
68%
Good
25%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
2%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 421 reviews

Le Cafe Comptoir

A place, a soul a love story! Nested right in the heart of the village of Vallorcine, in 15 km from Chamonix in the feet of tracks, the Coffee Counter is a place where we like the Authenticity ... Dishes, prepared in the kitchen "workshop" opened on the room, are delicious, applied, consisted of transalpine fresh products, worked there of the day. We serve there, among others, big with vitamins salads, the "Mystery", the speciality of the house compound of reblochon melted in morels and horns of plenty, either delicious and frugal prime rib served with fresh, crisp vegetables ... The atmosphere which reigns is the one there of these precious moments which we like: taste a simmered tasty dish "house" between friends, sip a glass of very fresh Chignin-Bergeron in the sound of cowbells

Reviewed By bahamasbliss - exuma

We had a 40 minute wait between trains from Zermatt so had a short walk around this little village and came across this Alpine chalet styled restaurant which was still open at 3.00pm on a Sunday afternoon.Lovely food of the region and mouth- watering desserts which my wife and I enjoyed.
Would have stayed longer but the train was due !!

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