The Best of »Falstaff Restaurant & Pub Guide 2026« in Lausanne
Anne-Sophie Pic brings her sensitive, floral cuisine to Lausanne with chef Jordan Theurillat. The menus change regularly, reduced at lunchtime and elaborate in the evening. French technique meets local produce - precise, fragrant and with great flair.
High above Lausanne, Franck Pelux serves French fine dining with rough edges between the mountains and the lake. Intense in flavour, clear in technique - such as poached sea bream or gnocchi with caviar. Sara Benahmed's service is also highly professional.
"Learning on the job" is the premise of the Lausanne Hotel Management School's restaurant. From the realisation of carefully compiled menus to perfect service - the students at this talent factory of Swiss hospitality prove their skills day after day.
This restaurant is a wonderful destination for lovers of good food. In the beautiful historic building with its large garden, a dedicated team serves cuisine that is rooted in the region but also draws inspiration from faraway lands.
Inspired by the diversity of local markets and with a pinch of cosmopolitanism, this charming restaurant serves creative bánh baos and seasonal dishes during the day. In the evening things get cosy with "tapas'siettes" to share, a carte blanche for the curious and regional wines.
Jacques in Lausanne offers a modern interpretation of the French bistro: expressive cuisine with refined sauces and a balanced selection of meat, fish and vegetarian dishes. The service is lively and contributes to the typical Parisian bistro feeling.
The menu at this elegant Japanese restaurant is based on high-quality fish and seafood specialities. The sushi masters prepare delicious creations of the highest calibre and also take a detour to South America: the ceviche with yuzu is a delight.
The French-style bistro offers a cosy interior and tasty, uncomplicated and contemporary cuisine made from market-fresh ingredients. The dishes are presented on a slate board and the courteous service is happy to help you choose.
At the Brasserie du Royal, the Grande Nation meets Lausanne noblesse. The cuisine remains classic, but favours lightness and seasonal freshness. Dishes are served in the stylish salon or on the peaceful garden terrace - with a view of the greenery and an eye for detail.
Mathilde Deschamps not only has a soft spot for French-influenced cuisine, but also a passion for good wines. Everything fits together in the historic ambience. Fish from the market and the legendary Tatin sisters' tart are almost an integral part of the menu.
The elegant, timeless ambience is just as enjoyable as Willy Rossignol's gastronomic art. The menu offers delicacies for lunch and dinner, prepared using the best seasonal produce. Meat, fish or vegetarian: all preferences are catered for here.
Dining at the fairytale castle of Ouchy is excellent. This is ensured by the 57° grill restaurant - the name stands for the perfect core temperature of the steak. Other cuts of meat, fish from the lake and chicken from Gruyère are also cooked to perfection.
A must for meat lovers in Lausanne: Beef'Or is dedicated to perfectly grilled Wagyu, Kobe or Swiss beef from the Josper grill with homemade chips in beef fat and fine sauces. In summer, the rooftop terrace beckons for aperitifs with tapas and drinks.
Modern bistro cuisine meets local tradition in the historic Casino Rotunda from 1908. Whether cordon bleu, féra salads or antipasti, there is something for everyone here. The marvellous view over Lake Geneva makes the brasserie a Lausanne classic.
In a charming corner of the old town, northern Italian cuisine is served here in the form of specialities such as agnolotti del plin with sage jus or calf's liver saltimbocca with polenta. The wine list is skilfully curated and the service is pleasantly unaffected.
L'Accademia on Lake Geneva serves traditional Italian cuisine with a sophisticated twist. The dish of the day changes for lunch, while in the evening you will find homemade gnocchi and precisely prepared ravioli carbonara with truffles. An elegant, tranquil setting on the Quai du Port.
Qasti means "my story". Chef Alan Geeam serves home-made mezze such as hommos, makanekh and soujouk in warm rooms in the city centre. The focus is on sharing dishes. Inviting, authentic and close to Lebanon. Oriental top class!
Italy fans will find their happiness at St Paul's: upscale cuisine with no frills, based on premium ingredients straight from the boot. Convinces both homesick Italians and Swiss with a wanderlust for bella Italia.
La Bavaria in Lausanne is a Belle Époque brasserie dating back to 1881, where you can still dine in a historic ambience today. Over 50 beers accompany classics such as the famous sauerkraut with bratwurst - solid cuisine, interpreted in a contemporary way and presented with style.
In the charming café, everything served on the bistro tables from morning to night is home-made. The dishes are creative delicacies that cover a broad, international spectrum. The sumptuous brunch at the weekend leaves no gastronomic wish unfulfilled.