Everything was perfect. One of the best meals of my life. Food service ambiance. This restaurant…read moreshould get a Michelin star very soon.

Our 'fancy' dinner while we stayed in Montreux was at Le Pont de Brent. It is situated up in the…read morehills over Montreux, and while there are a few parking spots that seemed available across the street, I would highly recommend biting your tongue and paying to take a cab up here (even if you have a car, as we did). Once we arrived, we were escorted into what felt like a very homey dining room, where there were about 6 or 7 other couples seated (I think there is one other dining room that has similar capacity as well). We were definitely the only English speakers dining there, and the menu is only available in French - so for those who aren't equipped with some knowledge of French (even though ours is really rusty), it may end up being a more stressful experience. The servers had a fairly limited knowledge of English as well, so we went the path of least resistance and didn't ask too many questions on top of our food. We went with the local wines by the glass that were served - decent overall (I actually liked both better than the wines I had in Geneva) - and if you care, there is a big wine list to look at as well. You can order the food a la carte or by various tasting menus here; we decided that we might as well go big and experience the seasonal tasting menu that was available. The 9-course menu started with a small amuse-bouche but otherwise adhered strictly to the menu. The amuse-bouche was 5 small bites to share; my favorite was the nougat-like bite that had a bit of corn in it and was quite summery, while there was a smoked salmon bite that was okay but a bit dense, as the whole wheat bread/cracker really overwhelmed the light flavor from the fish. I did really enjoy the arancini-like bites that we had to finish off the start - it was basically a less cheesy, more herb-centric risotto bite. Then it was off to the main meal, which really embraced the summer flavors in a bright, innovative way. Our first course was a beef tartare, with twist being that the carrot was diced and presented as the tartare usually would be, with some (very) lightly-cooked cylinders of tender, delicious beef topped the orange 'tartare'. Next up were two very seasonally-appropriate dishes: first, a crayfish served with a whole bunch of different-colored tomatoes - light and excellent; and second, perhaps my favorite bite of the meal - a trout caught from Lac Leman, grilled very lightly and served under a 'bed' of thinly-sliced fingerling potatoes (basically like potato chips) in a tarragon-infused oil, alongside the same potatoes topped with caviar. The tarragon was perfectly-balanced; it can be really heavy in cream, but served with some olive oil here, it was just right with the fish. Next up was a very unique course - a mushroom-centric 'starter', with boletus mushrooms served 3 ways: fried, in a spring roll-like wrapper; plainly-sliced and available to dip in a summer truffle-infused cream sauce; and cooked in a fragrant marinade. All 3 were excellent, even the uncooked slices, which had a nutty flavor to it and a rich sauce to offset the inherent dryness of most mushrooms. Next up were frog's legs, which was served in a soup alongside chanterelle mushrooms and with a dash of a soy sauce-infused 'flan' at the bottom. I have to say - the frogs' legs cooked here in Europe are definitely more of a delicacy, and the flavor stands out a bit more, relative to those I have had in the U.S. The mushrooms were also a perfect complement, texturally, to the legs. Our last main was a perfectly-cooked cut of lamb, with a savory crisp done perfectly on the outside and a nice, light zucchini tart paired with it on the plate. Dessert started off with the cheese course; because we were already a bit full, we only went with a few cuts. This is where the language barrier hurt a bit, as we had to rely a bit on our (lesser-educated) senses as to what to have. That said, I really enjoyed the stinky, melt-in-your-mouth Swiss bleu that I had, and the harder, gruyere-like cheese was solid as well. The first dessert was a phenomenal strawberry and raspberry dessert, with the fruits encircled in a crispy, candy-like 'wrapper' of the same fruits and served alongside a sorbet of the same flavors. It's not as good or unique as the pavlova I had a couple nights before in Geneva, but it was still excellent. The last dessert was an apricot tart, which I did enjoy more than the previous versions I had elsewhere, as the apricot was sweeter and the overall dessert was lighter than the others. While this restaurant perhaps felt less 'accessible' relative to other places we had eaten of this caliber, there's no doubt that the cooking and the presentation here was phenomenal. The price tag is high (you are eating Michelin-starred food, and in Switzerland to boot), but it's worth it IMO. Any foodies passing through Lausanne, Montreux, or any of the nearby areas should make a stop here for dinner.

This was our first meal in Montreux and it set a high bar…read more Hypes : - ambiance was exquisite. You take steps down into a cave lake, looking beautifully decorated restaurant filled with twinkle and dim lights. Signed the guest book when you come down with any of the colored markers and grab your seat where you're seated. We were sat in the back corner of a booth with three kids. - our waitress was so kind and friendly and accommodating for kids. We came early to avoid the evening rush so we didn't disturb anyone. She made great recommendations and everything came out fast. - beautiful, delicious fondue. A great selection of meats. Definitely order their homemade sauces to eat.

Everything was wonderful from the service to the food to the great patio seating. Beautiful place…read morewith great food.

Ok, i mean wow. The reviews are pretty rough on this place, but just like the Oasis in Austin, TX…read moreor Schilthorn Piz Gloria, you are coming here for the crazy amazing view and the vibes you create. One the lake, beautiful weather, people, and of courses my stunning date. We went here on August 2nd, to eat. I wanted to check this out just because of the location. The bruschetta was great. I love tomatoes and bread with some olive oil and balsamic. How do you say no to this? It is delicious. We split a pizza, and it was delightful. Nothing overly filing because I mean we had some other places to try. The service was great, being tourists with backpacks, we felt like there was no judgement. We had a airol spritz like at the cafe du centre. Again, such an amazing drink and maybe we had a couple that day. It was pretty awesome. The lower reviews here, I mean, like for real, grow up homies.

Yikes. Restaurant Le Lacustre is a restaurant you've been to many, many times before. Beautiful…read moreatmosphere and view, but such a tourist trap that the service is awful and the food is mediocre. Star 1: How were the service and atmosphere? You've got a mixed back here. The atmosphere, unquestionably, is fantastic namely on the count that you're on the shores of Lake Geneva with one of the best views one can have. That's the good. Now, the bad is that service is awful - full stop. Slow, grumpy, yadda yadda yadda. No Star. Star 2: How were the portions relative to the cost? 22,00 CHF for a full English Breakfast isn't something I haven't seen before, but in those previous situations I received a feast to be sure. I initially thought this too was a feast, but it turned out to be a feast predominantly of beans. More on that later, but for Lausanne and the atmosphere the price point wasn't quite fully unreasonable. Star. Stars 3 and 4: How was the food? Looking at the picture, you might suspect I was initially quite excited for this - I was. It looked great, it looked complex, and it looked like a unique iteration of the full english in bowl form. Interesting! Unfortunately, it was in practice far less complicated, because underneath it was really all just beans with the rest sprinkled on top. So, so, so, so many beans, and they took over the entire dish not in the good way. Single Star. Star 5: Would you be excited to go back? I would not. No Star.

Fondu is the dish of Switzerland so we wanted to try it while in Switzerland. VERY different than…read moreanything you'll find in America, the melted cheese is a little funky, a little Smokey, and very cheesy. You can taste the high quality cheese even if you're not a big cheese person. Bread is very fresh and it will get refilled as long as you still have fondu left. Service and views outside were great, up in the mountains. I didn't think it would be a meal but it was absolutely was!

The food is reasonably priced for such an exquisite dining experience. The servers as well as the…read moremanagers are very friendly and sociable; they make the experience more personalized. Service is well paced so you do not feel impatient and the portion of the food is quite large therefore it will be more than enough to satisfy the evening or day. The atmosphere is very modern a contemporary even when reaching for a classic look; it is warm and welcoming. My recommendations are the Rosti à la Valaisanne, Tournedos de Boeuf, Tartare de boeuf coupé au couteau, and Tomme de Rougement au lait cru. Furthermore, I would recommend Le Chalet to anyone who enjoys the classic style of Swiss cuisine and a breathtaking view of Lake Geneva and the city of Vevey.

Great find after walking out of a place around the block(that we had reservations). Walked inside…read moreand the place was humming. Full of locals with one table remaining that didn't have a reserved sign! Luck, pure luck. We were the only English speaking people in the place...the rest locals which in our estimation is a great sign. The inside is charming and full of warmth. We ordered a Plat du Jour which consisted of a small green salad, pan fried veal cutlets and fries & a grilled pork chop served with Rosti and a side salad. The salads and bread appeared. While the salads were simple they were beautiful. A delicious vinaigrette that made one want to just keep eating lettuce! I saved a bit of mine so that I could dip my veal in if need be. Didn't need it but it was good on it. The veal was cooked to perfection. The fries were addictive. We both tried but both had to leaves some fries. Portions were very nice size. Le Mazot is not a large restaurant. It probably seats about 30 inside and has an outdoor area that can accommodate about the same. On our visit both areas were full. One lady, possibly the owner, worked the whole area. She was great. Highly recommend making a reservation for lunch or dinner. It is fantastic.

Cozy restaurant tucked away within little town of Vevey, but if you're wanting to tuck into a…read moreclassic fondue, there's no place cosier! (And a charming hostess to boot.) Cheval - or horse meat - is a specialty of the house, so having never tried it, my colleagues and I opted to share an entree of cheval tartare as an appetizer. It came generously proportioned, a mound of finely chopped meat which was very tender and smooth. But it was hard to determine the true taste of the meat as it was heavily spiced and seasoned. It wasn't bad but it wasn't really memorable either. I'll probably stick with a beef tartare moving forward. On the other hand, their cheese fondue was memorable! A big pot of molten and winy cheese, long-handled forks, plenty of good crusty bread, and a couple of bottles of the local red made this a fully satisfying and convivial treat on a frosty December evening in Switzerland. The place filled quickly with locals and became a very cheery and festive night. Great fun!

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.

We ate here after checking out the restaurants along the lake from our hotel. It's a short walk to…read morethe Freddy Mercury Statue and straight up the street. The bruschetta was fresh and beautifully presented. The hungarian meat dish was tasty. I found it a little too salty since I usually do not add salt to anything. The chicken cesaer salad was fresh with just the right amount of dressing. The desserts sounded great but all we could do was ice cream as it was such a warm evening. I couldn't believe that I passed up a molten chocolate cake with vanilla ice cream! The service was efficient and not rushed. Perfect for a holiday.

New owners, so don't be fooled by the old rumors. Three young restaurant grads run this lovely…read moreItalian/Swiss/Bulgarian restaurant. Food was very good and reasonably priced for Switzerland. We enjoyed it so much, we went back for drinks the next night.

Who'd have thunk our first meal our recent 9-day trip to Switzerland and Lyon would be our best? It…read moreseemed a bit spendy at the time (and it was our most expensive meal), but it was absolutely delicious, high quality, well executed the whole way through, and accommodating of us showing up at 9pm. I had slow-cooked beef wrapped in the most delicate of cabbage (could you even call it cabbage?), drizzled with mashed potatoes and au jus around the edge. It was such an elegant take on a classic preparation. Devine. The wine pours were not generous, I'd recommend ordering a bottle. But overall this was AMAZING, and I wish we had it some time into our trip so we could reflect on just how uniquely impressive it was.

I went to the Chat Noir with some friends this evening, and had quite high expectations given the…read moregood reviews it had; unfortunately, I left the place disappointed. The restaurant was clean, the employees were really friendly, and the menu looked quite tasty. I ordered some veal with mushrooms, while my wife had lobster. The problem is, both of those were really, really too salty. I finished my meal one hour ago, and I can still only feel the salt in my mouth... If that was a regular restaurant, I might have given it three stars. But given the high price tag, I don't think it's worth more than two. I definitely won't be going there again.