Location: Geneva
Top Restaurants in Geneva
Top Things to do in Geneva
Where to Eat in Geneva: The Best Restaurants and Bars
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.
Things to do in Geneva
1. Bistrot du Boeuf Rouge
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 600 reviews
Reviewed By Doris H
The quality of Meat is vey good. Service was good as well. Wine list needs more options In summer thy should add air condition. Otherwise is too warm inside thebRestaurant
2. Le Chat-Botte
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 381 reviews
Le Chat Botté restaurant, one of the finest gastronomic venues in the city, will charm its guests with its Mediterranean colours and atmosphere. Within the solid walls of the Beau-Rivage Cellar, there are treasures accumulated over many years. Wine enthusiasts will relish the suggestions of the Sommelier Vincent Debergé. French and contemporary cuisine is skilfully orchestrated by Chef Dominique Gauthier, one Michelin star and 18/20 in Gault et Millau.
Reviewed By JMGeneva - Geneva, Switzerland
This is obviously a great table and we experienced a wonderful evening at Le Chat Botté. All our dishes were perfectly made and presented with a touch of originality, although we had a game menu which probably imposes some constraints on creativity. Products were perfect, the amuse stops original and excellent, service was extremely professional, smiling and with the right light touch of familiarity. Timing of service was perfectly mastered. We indeed would like to taste a menu in which the chef would be able to express his inventivity even more.
Among the few less perfect points: A slight delay at the beginning of the meal: although aperitifs were served quickly, the menu, and especially the wine menu came after a too long time. More importantly, portions were definitely tiny. Not too much for starters that were ok but the main dish was surprisingly small. Obviously you don't come in such restaurant to eat a lot but this was only a 5 course menu (including cheese and dessert) so not gargantuan, a slightly more generous main dish would have been welcome. Second prices are high. Not too much of a surprise in Geneva, and even less in such luxury hotel restaurant, but here menu prices are on the high end. Wines are even worse and are definitely significantly overpriced. The restaurant chose to offer "classical" bread and not fancy little strange breads, which is fine, but the result is only average, a fresh sourdough would be better.
The restaurant itself is classically decorated, and quite pleasant, nothing really remarkable. Dishware is beautiful. Altogether this remained an excellent and pleasant dinner.
3. Il Lago at The Four Seasons Hotel
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 361 reviews
Reviewed By kikPaca - PACA
We chose the restaurant at Les Bergues to celebrate our golden wedding anniversary and did not regret the choice.
Every course was prepared with care and taste, and the service was attentive without being invasive.
The Deserts are worth planning for - so leave enough room. The restaurant had heard it was our wedding anniversary and so brought us an extra desert decorated specially for us/
Memorable!
4. Cafe Restaurant des Voyageurs
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 195 reviews
Reviewed By GLS-ALS - Geneva, Switzerland
French cuisine restaurant across from the future (or previous) Gare des Eaux Vives. Excellent chanterelles for starters, great main dishes with very good "filets de perches" from lake Geneva. The desserts are humongous, so either share or leave room for one. "Îles flottantes" highly recommended.
5. Le Thermometre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 168 reviews
Reviewed By Woolnough R - Geneva, Switzerland
It's a long thin restaurant with a small bar at the end. If you go as a couple expect to sit next to someone. If you go as four ( reserve in advance ) at least you will have a table to yourselves. Not a large choice but food is well cooked and tasty. Due to the size, the service is good and the plat du jour for lunch is excellent value for money. In the evening expect to pay more but the choice and the variations are excellent. Wine is not cheap but they do have 5dl bottles. A good address for a pleasant lunch or a meal before the cinema.
6. Bayview
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 415 reviews
At Bayview restaurant, guests can savour the unique culinary creations of world-famous chef Michel Roth (MOF and Bocuse d'Or 1991, Taittinger Prize 1985), an international role model for cultivated and creative French culinary art. An impressive wine cellar rounds off the authentic gastronomic offering and completes the absolute sensory experience. This luxury restaurant in Geneva was awarded a Michelin star since 2014 and a grade of 18/20 at Gault-Millau since 2016.
Reviewed By Ian-Mc-SOR - Aberdeen, Scotland
Everything a top Michelin restaurant should be. Superb food, excellent staff, beautiful room. Every course is stunning and the presentation a work of art. Just make sure you've got plenty of appetite so you don't miss and of the course and make it to the out of this world cheese-trolley. Pricing is reasonable too - if you've in Geneva, do not miss it.
7. Cantine des Commercants
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 204 reviews
Modern restaurant, city center located in the hearth of the conpemporary art neighbourhood. French cuisine.
Reviewed By paulbe39 - Devizes, United Kingdom
On walking in to the Restuarnt we were greeted by the lovely owner, throughout the meal we were looked after very well. The chef is preparing and cooking the food in the restaurant very calmly and amazingly well. Food is fantastic and reasonable which is rare word in this town. Definitely worth a try. The desserts are to die for by the way!
8. Cafe de la Place
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 151 reviews
Reviewed By jmgGVA - Geneva, Switzerland
Best restaurant in the area, and worth the trip to Plan-les-Ouates if you are in Geneva. Very sophisticated cuisine with French basis and exotic refreshing touches. Service is warm and precise. Good selection of local wines. Excellent quality / price relationship for Geneva. Just make sure you reserve in advance, more and more people know about this restaurant.
9. Inglewood
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 272 reviews
Reviewed By DTAsia - Geneva, Switzerland
This has become a regular -- when you need that great burger fix. From traditional, to cheese burgers, to more specialized --with bacon, gruyere, mexican, greek style etc...something for everyone. Good salad comes with the burger and fries.
The restaurant moved late last year and now they have more space. Even have a foosball table for kids or adults!
10. Izumi
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 536 reviews
Reviewed By Schnitzaw
Anyone wishing to experience a relaxing atmosphere with exceptional food must add this restaurant to their list while in Geneva. Quiet, efficient, friendly, welcoming service made us feel totally comfortable. Though expensive, the food was different and exceptional. A must return for us.
