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Café du Nord

3.7 (3 reviews)
ModerateFondue, Swiss Food

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Au XXème Siècle

Au XXème Siècle

4.0(2 reviews)
13.5 km

Yes, the reason to come here is the fondue (and only the fondue). I'm Swiss by origin but have…read morelived abroad for decades. Still, I compare every fondue with how my mom, and her mom, used to make it. The fondue here is good indeed. The server tonight was overly preoccupied with my health - how much/what I eat and drink - a curious passion for someone working in an establishment that serves heart attacks in a pan, but I didn't let that diminish my enjoyment of the unhealthy food. Again, I'm Swiss, lol. Now this may sound strange for a restaurant (and dish) centered around cheese, but the weak spot of my fondue was the bread: too white, too soft and just not the right kind. And since they serve it cut only in thick slices, rather than cubes, if you don't know how to cut/tear and "spear" your morsel of bread, you're bound to lose it in the pot and have to perform all kinds of socially incorrect acts of redemption. Oh, the Swiss..!

Very cozy spot with a local feel, right in the center of Morges. The menu is typical of the area,…read morewith choices such as steak tartare and hearty meat dishes. We went for the cheese fondue though, and it was excellent. The cheese was smooth and flavorful, with just a hint of liqueur for a little kick. The bread was sliced in large pieces, so you could tear off however much you wanted with each bite. It was a great texture to soak up the cheese. A small complaint is that it took quite a while for our fondue to be served; at other places I've been, we were served in 10 minutes or so. Also I would have liked to have some potatoes on the side, as well as some of the garnishes, such as pickles and onions. Overall though, I would definitely recommend this spot for the cozy atmosphere, good food, and reasonable prices.

Auberge de Savièse

Auberge de Savièse

4.2(139 reviews)
31.0 km
•$$

My fiancé and I stopped in here for our last authentic Swiss dinner before returning home from…read morevacation. Geneva has tons of great spots for fondue, but on Sundays there are several that are not open - however, these guys are open 7 days a week! They even worked us in despite having a lot of reservations that evening. The fondue was excellent - there were lots of mushrooms throughout, and we also ordered a starter plate of smoked trout to share but I forgot to get a photo. It is recommended to have a glass of wine or beer with fondue as it aids in the digestion of the meal (we didn't know that until going to Switzerland!) and they have a couple NA options for those of us who don't consume alcohol. The beer was bright and hoppy, not bitter like an IPA - just light and refreshing, which I loved. The whole restaurant has Swiss culture pieces, decor, and even the workers dress in cute Swiss attire. For our last dinner there, it was a great spot and we left feeling totally happy! Prices were very fair for portion sizes also. Highly recommend.

The service was great! They were pretty full but made our walk-in work! And they noticed my Mexico…read morejersey and cheered me on. I loved that I was able to see so many of my fellow Latinos enjoying life over here. Very cool. Onto the food, it was super good! I love fried perch and the fact that it was caught in the lake that is just a block away was also amazing. Fresh and tasty. The steak was also really good! You can't beat Swiss beef! And I'm from Texas, so trust me on that one. The salads are always so fresh and light. I will be back next time I'm in town. Gotta remember to wear a Mexico jersey again.

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Auberge de Savièse - Inside

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Auberge de Savièse
Auberge de Savièse - 0.0% Beer - So thankful for NA options!

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0.0% Beer - So thankful for NA options!

Buvette Bains des Pâquis - Käsefondue 27 CHF

Buvette Bains des Pâquis

4.3(90 reviews)
30.9 km
•$$

Note: It is 2 CHF per person to enter the Bain des Paquis and to access the eatery…read more This locals favorite "refreshment cafe/ bar" on the Bain des Paquis seems to be a constant recommendation and easily the best destination if you are in search of an affordable meal in franc-powered Geneva. Order your food at the cashier and seat yourself in one of the two covered outdoor sections with benches, or take it out onto the grass if you so desire. The affordable item is always their "Plat du Jour"/ dish of the day, 15 CHF (~18 USD). During our visit, it was a wonderfully refreshing "Ceviche de Cabillaud"/ cod ceviche marinated in lemon. They also serve Fondue here at 27 CHF per person (if requested), though we made the mistake of ordering a portion for 2 people which was not necessary after ordering 1 plat du jour each. This was brought out for to us at a bench we eventually secured. The Gruyère cheese was quite rich and on the saltier end. The bread they supply you with was a bit too crusty. The expectation is for you to bus your plates near the kitchen window when you finish eating. The environment was quite lively on a Friday night, the younger generation out in full force in bathing suits, cooling off after a 90 Fahrenheit day, with some beats bumping from an on-site DJ. Authentic environment to intermingle with the locals and fumble your way through your non-existent French.

Geneva is super expensive. Finding a decent meal and a drink without spending a ton is pretty rare…read more We heard this place was a locals spot. You order your food and drinks at the counter. They have a surprisingly good menu with daily plates, sandwiches, desserts, and fondue. I watched a few plates come out of the kitchen and it all looked good. It's definitely a place where actual locals hang out. People just come out here to chill on the pier and look at the water. What we got: - Aperol Spritz (5/5): They offer these in two sizes. We got the large. We were just looking for an aperitivo and a good view. It hit the spot perfectly. Great vibes for relaxing in the sun.

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Buvette Bains des Pâquis - Counter

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Buvette Bains des Pâquis - Plat du jour - saucisse artisanale 15 CHF

Plat du jour - saucisse artisanale 15 CHF

Buvette Bains des Pâquis - Herrlich zum Draußensitzen

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La Pinte Besson - The oldest bar in Lausanne, established in 1780 by wine merchants!  (also a glass of Valais Carnalin)

La Pinte Besson

3.9(24 reviews)
23.6 km
•$$

I found this place based on Yelp review. It's a bit tiny and you will miss the restaurant if you…read moreare not trying to look for it. We came here at 6:30pm, and it's a bit empty. The restaurant gradually fill up. Service is quick. Price is in line with the more expensive pricing in Switzerland. More importantly, the food is excellent. We (2 people) has steak with blue butter (what is blue butter) plate. Tasted awesome.

After seeing glowing reviews on numerous sites, I decided to stop by to try some fondue while I was…read morein town. Although the service was fine, the dining experience turned out to be all around pretty lackluster. The restaurant is on the smaller side and felt a bit claustrophobic with the low-rounded ceiling and few windows. The lighting was also really bright, in contrast to other restaurants which use dim/warm lighting for dinner service. I was seated at the corner of a long table and felt a bit pressed against the wall, as the bench on which I sat was fairly thin and there was only about a foot of space between the table and the wall (to my back). I don't know about the other menu items, but the price point was a bit high for fondue. Standard fondue is 24 CHF and fondue with morel mushrooms (morrilles) is a few CHF more. Curious, I decided to try the fondue with morels and paired it with a glass of white wine. The wine was good and the fondue tasted fine, but turns out there were barely any discernible morel crumbs in the fondue, far from being worth the upcharge. On top of that, the portion was very small and the bread was not fresh. I felt like I was caught in a tourist trap. I've dined at some other places in Lausanne that felt more comfortable and had better fondue. I'd probably stick with those next time I'm in town.

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La Pinte Besson - Heater for warming up the steak/butter while you eat

Heater for warming up the steak/butter while you eat

La Pinte Besson - Interieur.

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La Pinte Besson

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Café du Nord - fondue - Updated October 2026

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