The best restaurants in Genf
Every plate that leaves the Bayview's kitchen is a gastronomic work of art: perfectly combined and with plenty of contemporary sophistication. It's a perfect match for the exclusive interior of the renowned restaurant. Every visit is an immersion in metropolitan chic.
The kitchen team at Le Chat-Botté draws inspiration for its exceptional dishes from the seasons and the quality of the exquisite produce. Their creativity and subtle nuances of taste make a visit here an unforgettable experience.
Chef Andreas Arocena comes from San Sebastián, the Spanish Eldorado of gourmets, and grew up in Venezuela. A perfect socialisation of enjoyment. Nature is the source of his seasonal dishes, reduced to the essentials. Innovative beverage selection.
Francesca Fucci, a native of Puglia, focuses on Nordic cuisine with a regional twist at Fiskebar. The seafood, vegetable and poultry dishes are perfectly tuned. A must-try: the fiske plate with pickled, cured and salted fish.
The opera Tosca and the cultural landscape of Tuscany are the godfathers of this concept of enjoyment implemented with great passion. In the authentically furnished restaurant, perfectly crafted gastronomic details are brought together to create a harmony of flavours and textures.
The beautiful view of the lake and Mont Blanc sets the stage for a perfectly crafted cuisine that is able to satisfy all the gastronomic wishes of the international public. This includes the 1000 gramme tomahawk steak as well as the fine pastries for afternoon tea.
This charming osteria is located in the old town of Geneva. The small but fine menu offers classic dishes of Italian cuisine. The antipasti and pasta specialties are delicious. Great when the matching Lambrusco is served with the mortadella.
Peruvian cuisine is an El Dorado of flavours and textures. At Pachacamac, this is celebrated with masterful creations, sometimes combined with elements of Japanese and Chinese cuisine. The wine list focuses on crus from Latin America.
The Art Nouveau interior, the white-covered tables and the delicious classics of French brasserie cuisine such as seafood feasts, sauerkraut and sausages, or steak with pommes allumettes allow for a little gastronomic escape, from Lac Léman to the Seine.
The open kitchen is the heart of the Café des Banques in the centre of Geneva. The creative compositions of the surprise menus: served as a four- or seven-course meal for the whole table to share, are an experience. You feel like you are at home.
Izumi's dishes are inspired by Japanese Nikkei cuisine. Wagyu beef tataki or lobster tacos are aromatic delicacies. The view of the city and lake from the roof terrace is spectacular. The Wasabi Martini is the perfect sundowner.
A bottle of wine with an aperitivo and a well-stocked antipasti plate? Or the classic menu? Not an easy decision, because at Puccini the dolce vita is perfectly implemented with authentic cuisine and wonderful attention to detail.
At the Steakhouse in the Passage de Lions, the best cuts of beef, veal, lamb and pork are cooked over beechwood charcoal on the open grill. The crispy poussin is also delicious. The selection of side dishes is large and the various sauces are homemade.
De la Cigogne is one of the first establishments in Geneva. A visit here is a gastronomic delight. It offers seasonal international cuisine of the highest quality. The wine list is well thought out with beautiful regional and international choices.
This cosy bistro has many moments of pleasure to offer. The menu changes according to season and availability of ingredients from the region, and offers modern interpreted dishes with a touch of Italianità. Producers and their produce are regularly presented.
At Shibata, the focus is on the specialties of Hokkaido, Japan's northernmost main island. Tempura, sashimi and seasonal vegetable dishes are wonderfully prepared. A good selection of saké and Japanese spirits.
Here, classic Lebanese cuisine is celebrated to perfection. The mezze surprise in their variety and are partly refined with regional ingredients such as Gruyère cheese. The laid back atmosphere provides the perfect setting for the lovingly arranged dishes.
Nagomi has been a reference for excellent Japanese cuisine in Geneva for many years. The selection of sushi and sashimi is fantastic and overwhelming. Those who take a seat at the counter can admire the virtuosity of the Sushiya in handling the knives and the raw ingredients.
Yakumanka sits facing the Rhone. The Peruvian fish dishes such as ceviche and tiradito are wonderful. They are complemented by other classics such as empanadas and wok dishes. Very good pisco cocktails are also available at the bar.