Not a single thing I would change. The service was outstanding. Our waiter was funny, kind, and…read morealways checked in on us. The atmosphere was great and it was an outstanding open space. The decor was beautiful. Most importantly, the food was perfect. I had one of the best beef tartare here and they gave me a generous portion. The cheesecake was amazing. Sweet, tart, and good texture contrast. I would love to come back when I have the chance!

What a wonderful place, right by the bus stop to Chateau de Chillon…read more We had the "plats du jour" of duck with a black cherry sauce and a white fish with croutons and mashed potatoes. The white fish was wonderful, but the potatoes were *heavenly*. Thoroughly doused in butter and perfectly fluffy; I could have eaten more. The duck was moist though a little chewier than expected. It still had a fantastic flavor and the vegetables were to die for. What really knocked the meal out of the park was the dessert. We split a piece of chocolate cake on a lemon cookie crust with raspberries on the side. Just...wow. Sweetness, tartness, texture, this dessert had it all in perfect balance. With reasonable prices (for Switzerland) this is a fantastic place to eat.

Great evening spot. Lovely salads, entrees. And wine…read more Please try the Rosti. A large selection.

I was searching for a restaurant with Rosti, a traditional potato pancake, that would be…read morerepresentative of what Geneva has to offer. The tour manager recommended we travel into the old town center. I found this restaurant through Yelp and their Rosti varieties plus the food quality are exactly what I needed for a lunch stop. The Rosti did not disappoint. Full disclaimer: Rosti can be a bit heavy with the cooking process that can include butter along with some bacon. Yes, the Rosti had the expected greasy texture, but just enough to make it savory without overpowering the various ingredients. I would recommend this restaurant if you are interested in trying the traditional Rosti dish in several varieties.

Another solid "5" for this friendly, neighborhood place. The waitstaff was patient and…read moreaccommodating to a couple of non-French speakers; the food (we both had the Perch filets; one in beurre blanc, the other without the sauce) was delicious, and much less expensive than the other regular recommendations. Also, they had some interesting Portuguese specialties like Bacaloa. Only a block off the waterfront and well worth it!

My first time at RCL after hearing so many good things for many years. Well' I'm happy to report…read morethat RCL lived up to all my expectations. Pleasant service by the waiter and owner. Two of us started with the salat mixta--impressive mix of greens and pickled and fresh veggies. Other co-pilot started with the arugula and parmesan salad. That, too was excellent. For mains, two if us had the risotto frutti de mar while other had the filet de perche with frites in the butter-cream sauce. The risotto portion was large and was just what I needed after a day on the slopes--nice assortment of seafood in a tomato base. I had a bite of the perch and it too was excellent (i will order that when I return). No deserts for any of us, but I had an excellent calvados while my friends were given, free of charge, a lemonchello. It's not cheap, but it's very good AND it's open on Sunday b

While visiting my company's office in Geneva, the manager selected this place for a team dinner…read more Since he's from Lyon originally, he wanted to share that the place was having a special "game week" menu featuring traditional foods from the area. Since I'm always "game" for a new experience, I was happy to participate! I was a little nervous because when we arrived they had just opened and there was nobody there. However, I soon relaxed and felt right at home, because service was very friendly and encouraging, but with no pressure to try the game menu. I decided to be a little bold and went for the venison medallions. I even tried some of my colleague's wild boar pate, which was good. I started with a pumpkin chestnut soup which I really enjoyed. My venison was lovely as were the accompanying sides. There was a wide variety of side dishes in small portions and I appreciated that. I paired everything with a nice local beer and it was a very nice experience. The dessert menu is extensive and I went with an old standby, a chocolate mousse. It was absolutely incredible. Everything was fresh and delicious, service was outstanding and I could understand that by the time we left, there wasn't an empty seat in the place. Definitely recommend the experience here. It's more than just the food!

One of our best dinners ever! The restaurant is small and cozy. The server was friendly and…read morehelpful. The food was outstandingly delicious. One of our favorites was beef with a foie gras top. We were really too full for dessert, but had to order when we saw them at a neighboring table. I especially loved the Floating Island! It's the first time I've had one in many years.

We were confused when speaking to the hostess about our reservation. Turns out the person who made…read moreit reserved the correct time, but for another country. The restaurant did scramble to get us in that night. It was a little tight inside, but well worth it. The head of our party ordered 2 dozen oysters. He claimed they were the best and I would have to agree. For my main, I got the Milanaise Revisited in Elephant Ear. Don't worry it's not really an elephant, but flattened veal breaded and fried to perfection. It was wonderful especially with some crispy fries. I did get to enjoy the Candied Irish Lamb Shank. It comes in a large pot and I swear it feeds at least 2 people. The savory thyme reduction was decadent and the potato with porcini mushrooms made this a heavy, but wonderful dish. I wish I had the stomach to eat it all.

My family and I love French food, and our concierge recommended this spot. We ordered the bone…read moremarrow, escargot, duck leg, mussels pot, sausage, and sorbet as dessert. I thought it was pretty cute how they'd keep the fries and other dishes warm with candle holders on the bottom. The food was solid, and their waiters are friendly. Would def return!

Service 10/10 such kind team…read more Food 10/10 have tried many dishes Lunch 12/10 no where in Geneva can beat the lunch Bravo team esquisse!!!

OK Esquisse, you have earned a final star from me. After many visits for lunch, and superb service…read moreand tasty food, you are one of my top favourite Geneva establishments. I actually couldn't believe I hadn't updated my review to 5 stars awhile ago. I have never had a wrong note with you. I just can't believe I didn't know about your set menu lunch deals! I always enjoyed the 19 CHF plat du jour of the day, but I didn't know you also had a lunch set menu for those with a larger appetite. For only 35CHF you provided me with a delicious appetiser, main dish, and dessert. My stomach was happily full for the remainder of the day. TIP: Other people also love Esquisse at lunch, so definitely be sure to make a reservation in advance. They have a little outdoor seating area on nice days that you can enjoy.

Great food, service and atmosphere. A little expensive but very good. Had perch which was great my…read morewife had the lake fish, much like char but excellent as well.

La vielle Porte delivers. Ended up there by luck at lunch time and I was glad we were there early…read moreas the place filled up really quickly. We settled down for the 27 euros prix fixe option which I admit was way too much food yet the quality of food was excellent. All the dishes we tried were outstanding, from the squash soup, to the beef cheek, to the pear pie, all dishes were traditional and memorable. Service was performed mostly by on the job trainees from hospitality schools and as a result was highly attentive. The inside of the restaurant was also quite attractive with a traditional French ceiling, stoned walls and really nice art throughout: sculptures and paintings. I would definitely go back.

Authentic Napoletanean-style pizza for a reasonable price. The sitting is limited; so it's more of…read morea take-out spot. My girlfriend and I were recommended this spot by a friend who lives just nearby, as one of the best pizzas in town. Given that we both are extremely found of pizza and that at that point we were living pretty close to it too, we went ahead and stopped to check it out. Oh boy, we were not disappointed. To start off, you will basically hear Italian all the time there. While the staff speaks French and decent English, they communicate between themselves in Italian, with a lot of incoming customers being Italian as well. It's a great sign in general and here it was confirmed. They have a large selection of different pizzas, once again - all for a reasonable price, that are baked on a thin, chewy crust and with an abundance of toppings - basically the way pizza is supposed to be done. They also have an abundance of authentic appetizers while you are waiting for your pizza to arrive and serve you some bread. Overall a great experience! While this place isn't the best Italian or best Pizza of Lausanne in my opinion, it is nonetheless a great find and is definitely one of the best price/quality ratios around. I can but recommend it.

The best pizza ever!!! It's so delicious. Some friends told me about this pizzeria and they were…read moreright: It's not to compare with other pizzas. The pizza base is tasty, thin but soft, made with olive oil. The tomato sauce is homemade and the mozzarella is very good. It's an original recipe from Napoli. We tried the pizza margherita and one called BioFrat with fresh tomatoes, mozzarella buffalo, basil and oregano. Yum! They have delivery service too. Really a funny restaurant where Italian people sit, eat and chat at the only big table it has. The price is below average and the service is very friendly.