Where to Eat in Estavayer-le-Lac: The Best Restaurants and Bars

November 11, 2017 Venice Greaves

Estavayer-le-Lac [estavaje l(ə) lak] (Arpitan:  Thavalyi-le-Lé (help·info)) is a former municipality of the canton of Fribourg, situated on the south shore of Lake Neuchâtel. Estavayer-le-Lac is located between Yverdon and Bern. It is the capital of the district of Broye. The municipality of Font merged on 1 January 2012 into the municipality of Estavayer-le-Lac. On 1 January 2017 Bussy, Morens, Murist, Rueyres-les-Prés, Vernay and Vuissens merged into the new municipality of Estavayer.
Things to do in Estavayer-le-Lac

1. Le Carmen

rue de l' Hotel-de-Ville 5, Estavayer-le-Lac 1470, Switzerland Reservations, Outdoor Seating French, International, Contemporary Lunch, Dinner HK$353 - HK$887 +41 26 663 43 77
Excellent
20%
Good
56%
Satisfactory
20%
Poor
4%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 24 reviews

Le Carmen

Contemporary yet comfortable and seeped in traditional charm, chef Sebastien Jaquemin is taking the cuisine at this French/ Mediterranean restaurant to new heights.

Reviewed By domdom69 - Yverdon-les-Bains, Switzerland

creative and friendly in nice old city. my favorite place

2. Les Lacustres

Plage des Lacustres, 1470, Estavayer-le-Lac 1470, Switzerland Reservations, Waitstaff, Wheelchair Accessible Swiss, European, Vegetarian Friendly Lunch, Dinner +41 26 663 11 96
Excellent
30%
Good
34%
Satisfactory
23%
Poor
11%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 95 reviews

Les Lacustres

Reviewed By Haggis_de_Montreal - Fribourg, Switzerland

At a somewhat unprepossessing holiday camp on the edge of Estavayer-le-Lac resides this welcoming lakeside restaurant serving up tasty, well-prepared food from an eclectic menu. A large Terrace - bustling on a warm summer evening - provided a great view of Lac Neuchatel to the sunset over the Jura montains. Competent, courteous staff served us generous plates of tapas starters, local lake fish, tuna tartare, chicken curry, salads, lavender-flavoured crème brulée and fruit salad, accompanied by a good Swiss rosé. A very satisfying meal in a relaxing atmosphere.

3. Cercle de la Voile

chemin de la Batellerie 18, Estavayer-le-Lac 1470, Switzerland Wheelchair Accessible Swiss, European Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner HK$126 - HK$408 +41 26 663 43 64
Excellent
13%
Good
36%
Satisfactory
26%
Poor
10%
Terrible
15%
Overall Ratings

3 based on 46 reviews

Cercle de la Voile

Restaurant ouvert seulement durant la saison d'été, de Pâques à fin septembre. Nous offrons des spécialités régionales (Estavayette, filet de palée du lac, fondue fribourgeoise,... ainsi que le traditionnel filet de perches, des viandes sur ardoise, et en nouveauté cette année des pâtes fraiches!

Reviewed By mon_onc_steph - Montreal, Canada

Went there on a recommandation from our host, Phyllis from the Lady's Manor. We were disappointed. They do have a great location on the lake. However, it's a seasonal operation, and there seems to be a lack of competence both in the kitchen and in the waiting staff. I had a pork filet which was severely overcooked. The place was crowded, and the fast food items seemed to be OK. My son had a hamburger and he liked it.
Just don't go there expecting too much.
Quick note: locals call this place "the Club House" and it is in fact the club house for the local sailing club.

4. La Lagune

Beach Road 1, Cheyres 1897, Switzerland Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Free Wifi Barbecue, Cajun & Creole, International, Fusion, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Late Night HK$165 - HK$369 +41 26 663 21 36
Excellent
21%
Good
44%
Satisfactory
21%
Poor
10%
Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 194 reviews

La Lagune

Reviewed By Cbidule - Geneva, Switzerland

The Lagune is a great place for the family for a celebration. Cocktails (although didn't taste any alcohol in my Mochito!!!) barbeque & great atmosphere! Watch out that the dessert buffet is only on weekends and not on Thursday nights - my son was disappointed.

5. Kobe

rue du Littoral 13 | Chez-le-Bart, Gorgier 2025, Switzerland Takeout, Reservations, Seating, Parking Available, Validated Parking, Free Off-Street Parking, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Waitstaff Japanese, Sushi, Asian Lunch, Dinner HK$275 - HK$1,138 +41 32 544 22 44
Excellent
60%
Good
32%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
4%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 61 reviews

Kobe

Reviewed By ILoveSnoopy - Vandalia, MT

I discovered this restaurant on one of my frequent trips to this area. Fresh fish must be hard to come by in a landlocked country like Switzerland, especially in a little suburban town like Chez-le-Bart. But the Japanese owner/chef of this restaurant has managed to put together a very nice menu selection, on par with any neighborhood Japanese restaurant anywhere (incuding Japan). The menu is fairly standard, but there are some gems. The sunomono was outstanding, quite imaginative. When i was there, the restaurant was packed, so reservation is probably wise. About 10 min walk from the Gorgier-St-Aubin train station.

6. Centenaire

Rue du Four 98B, Estavayer-le-Lac 1470, Switzerland Reservations Pizza, Grill Dinner, Lunch +41 26 663 20 20
Excellent
20%
Good
55%
Satisfactory
13%
Poor
6%
Terrible
6%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 45 reviews

Centenaire

Reviewed By fifoufilou - Fribourg

The food is at best average, I would probably rate it around 2 over 5. Pizzas are quite weak and in particular the ingredients used do not taste very good (maybe a freshness issue?).
The service is really terrible. If I could I would rate it negatively... We have waited more than 1h30 for just two pizzas... Several people that have arrived after us have received their food way before us (they seemed to know the place... so I guess it is better to be a loyal customer if you want to be treated correctly). In addition to that, the waitress was extremely rude (after 1 hour I inquired about when we would got our pizzas and she shouted at me something like "you just have to wait, there is no reason you get your food before the other customers") and disrespectful (not even saying thanks and goodbye when we were leaving the place after having paid).
In short, do not go there, there are much better options in Estavayer (like la "Gerbe d'Or" or "Le Carmen", both are at a walking distance from this place).

7. La Trinquette

chemin du Moulin 3C, Bevaix 2022, Switzerland Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Validated Parking, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol French, Swiss, European, International, Vegetarian Friendly Lunch, Dinner +41 32 846 15 54
Excellent
59%
Good
34%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 223 reviews

La Trinquette

Reviewed By CeReSuisse S - Emmen, The Netherlands

Tonight we had à delicious dinner at La Trinquette in Bevaix, the restaurant is situated in the small harbor, easy parking, and a great view on the alps. Staff was friendly and did a good job. A la carte has severall good choices, fish, meat, with seasonal
vegetables. The starter fois gras with remy martin cognac deeeeelicious, main course home-made potatoes, and fries, and beef from Uruguay on a hot plate, very tastefull and the lamb filet wrapt in bread, with pumkin mouse; very good!!! Wines from Bevaix and the Neuchatel region, Reasonable prices, and a cosy atmosphere. Will go there again. Keep up the good work Lianel Mercier and team..... Ps. Take a look at your website, need some work.

8. La Scala

Grand'Rue 19, Payerne 1530, Switzerland Reservations, Wheelchair Accessible Italian, European Lunch, Dinner
Excellent
32%
Good
44%
Satisfactory
17%
Poor
6%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 114 reviews

La Scala

A deux pas de l'Office du Tourisme de Payerne et de l'Abbatiale

Reviewed By AntoineWaterfall - Volleges, Switzerland

Sure picking up La Scala is a good choice, because the place is well taken care of by its manger and owner. On and on and on. Whatever you pick it is good: special of the day, Italian pasta, pizza, or else (even grilled meat). Cleanliness of everything, from napkin to washrooms, enormous choice of dishes (very extended), large beverage selection, excellent price/quality ratio: everything makes that customer's experience will be positive. In the night, in Winter when it rains, this very good restaurant will compel set for the delusion of (typical Swiss) ordinary (bad) weather. You'll leave happy, after the traditional handshake of the friendly manager or his chef.

9. La Gerbe d'Or

rue du Camus 5, Estavayer-le-Lac 1470, Switzerland Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff French, European, Swiss Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast +41 26 663 11 81
Excellent
56%
Good
37%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
1%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 77 reviews

La Gerbe d'Or

Reviewed By JoBe1964 - Belsele, Belgium

La Gerbe d'Or is a nice restaurant at the old center of Estavayer. It is a small place with very good food and a very friendly service. The salad served was very good with a very nice vinaigrette. The fish soup served in a large bowl and with garlicbread and aioli was very good as well though missed a little the spicy touch I like in such a dish.

10. Restaurant du Jura

route du Village 3, Chevroux 1545, Switzerland Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards French, Vegetarian Friendly Lunch, Dinner HK$157 - HK$675 +41 26 667 11 52
Excellent
71%
Good
25%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 126 reviews

Restaurant du Jura

Reviewed By Christian L - Zurich, Switzerland

Having recently visited the Restaurant du Jura, my first impression was that it seems like an institution. The large garden, which is tastefully covered with sun sails, is full with families enjoying a Sunday lunch.
The restaurant specializes in local fish - there are a few dishes with three types of different fish. I had the trout with chanterelles - unusual combination, but delicious.
Their selection of local wines (Chasselas) is also nice and shows off the best of what canton Vaud has to offer.
The service is quick, friendly and competent.

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