L'Atmosphere

One can always tell the quality of a restaurant by its popularity, and amongst many locals this is like a second home. Situated in Place Balmat, the restaurant which was completely renovated last season, is open for lunch, and offers two sittings in the evening. Book to avoid disappointment, especially if you want to sit on the indoor covered terrace. Consistently excellent, the food deliciously unites French gastronomy with the simplicity of Savoyard cuisine. The wine cellar is equally worthy of mention, with over 300 different wines.
www.restaurant-atmosphere.com

La Bartavel

This Brasserie and Pizza restaurant is situated right in the centre of Chamonix, next to the cinema. From 11h30 – 23h30 non stop, it serves one of the largest choice of pizzas in Chamonix, to eat-in or take-away. These are renowned amongst the pizza cognescenti in town, as they are cooked in an authentic wood fired, stone oven giving them a unique flavour that the more prevalent electric ovens can’t match. On the menu, you’ll also discover a wide selection of typical Brasserie type food including meat, fish and pasta dishes and a daily special. When the weather is fine, it has a great terrace over-looking the Mont Blanc, where you can sit and watch Chamonix go by.

La Cabane Des Praz

Situated in a wonderfully peaceful setting at the foot of the Flégère ski area, La Cabane des Praz offers excellent contemporary French cuisine in relaxed and welcoming surroundings. By day the sunny terrace offers magnificent views of the Mont Blanc chain, and for dinner you will find a huge choice of classy, yet affordable cuisine, with fresh fish, taking pride of place on the menu. The restaurant is open from midday until 23h00.
www.restaurant-cabane.com

La Calèche

Few establishments that can lay claim to the description ‘Savoyarde restaurant’ with as much justification as La Calèche. As you enter this rustic treasure trove you cannot help but be overwhelmed by the warmth and character that pervades the restaurant. The walls are adorned with all manner of regional artefacts, and even the waiters are dressed in local costume. Their attention to detail is evident in the variety of over 20 Savoyard specialities on offer, all prepared from fresh local produce. In addition to the huge array of fondues, raclettes and pierrades, other firm favourites include the braised beef casserole, marinated in local red wine, the Diots de Savoie, or the Souris d’Agneau (lamb shank) prepared with honey and spices. The wine list is equally diverse. Well worth a visit!
www.restaurant-caleche.com

Carlina

The personality of a restaurant comes as much from the team that serves you, as it does from the chef’s kitchen. Nowhere is this more apparent than at the Carlina, where joviality and character abound from very aspect, lead by the owner, the ever charming Stéphane. Centrally located and serving non-stop from midday to 11pm, the décor of this brasserie takes its influence from its Parisian counterpart. The daily menu and plat du jour always offer great value. There is a wide choice of seafood, to take away or eat in. In addition the rotisserie is temptingly stocked with suckling pig, spare ribs, or deliciously roasted chickens, and if you’re still not sure what to chose, their filet of beef or menu of fresh grilled fish won’t disappoint.

Casa Valério

This renowned Italian restaurant has been delighting visitors for over 26 years. Their success is based on 3 key ingredients: fresh produce, professionalism, and a healthy dollop of passion. Here you'll find a wide choice of antipasti, fresh pasta, delicious meat and fish dishes, home made desserts, not to mention the huge range of authentically cooked Pizzas, prepared by David. The cups and photos on display from last year’s World Pizza Championships are proofs that both his sons, David and Marco are worthy successors of Valerio’s ’savoir faire‘. Casa Valerio also boasts an very impressive wine cellar, with over 15,000 bottles dating from the 1960's.
www.casavalerio.net

Cap Horn

The Cap Horn restaurant welcomes its guests in a beautiful room, with a large sunny terrace overlooking the Arve. On the menu, expect a delicious choice of fresh fish, wonderfully prepared meat dishes and of course the unmissable Savoyard specialities.

Le Cap-Blanc
Another room, and a décor with a distinctly Japanese influence, The Cap Blanc will appeal to lovers of all things from the land of the rising sun. Every evening you can enjoy the finest maki, sushi, tartare of sea bass and salmon or a variety of carpaccios… in short fabulous worldwide cuisine with an Asian influence. Great food, great aromas, great wines. Simply delicious.
www.caphorn-chamonix.com

Les Chalets de Philippe

LA TABLE DU CHEF – aux Chalets de Philippe: For a night of unbridled luxury and gourmet pampering Les Chalets du Philippe in Lavancher launches a new dining experience in their wonderful dining rooms. The chef, Denis Flota, learned his skills with Marc Haeberlin at the 3 Michelin star Auberge de L’Ill in Illhaeusern. This is cuisine you will not find elsewhere. For more information visit www.chaletsphilippe.com

Le Chaudron

Easily identifiable by the caldron, which hangs above the door, this gem of a restaurant, which is sited in the Fromer’s guide, sits near the start of the Rue des Moulins. Its cosy interior and rustic décor combine to give an overall feeling of intimacy, which is enhanced by the friendly welcome from the Oserberger family. Stephane’s menu offers a creative interpretation of traditional Savoyard dishes and classic French gourmet cuisine, with an impressive wine list as well.
www.le-chaudron-chamonix.com

Chez Yang

Tired of meat, cheese and potatoes? Visit Chez Yang for a real taste of the Orient. All your favourite dishes are served, but the difference here is that the chef and his team are all from China, so the food has that authentically delicious taste, that others can only aspire to copy. You’ll find Chez Yang near the start of the Rue Paccard.

Le Monchu

This veritable institution of a restaurant is known as much for its atmosphere as it is for the quality of its food. As you enter, the warmth of the typically alpine wooden surroundings matches that from the central fire. Le Monchu is renowned for the quality and variety of the Savoyard specialities that it offers, which are quite simply delicious. Meat and fish lovers will also be delighted by the range of juicy cuts and fresh catches that are on offer. Beef tartar, the finest steaks, breast of duck in an alpine honey sauce, or fillet of perch, to name but a few of the options available. There is also a huge choice sumptuous desserts, such as profiteroles, home made tartes and genepy flavoured ice creams. There is a great wine list. Service continues non stop from 11.30 am to 11pm. Booking is advised.
www.lemonchu-chamonix.fr

Neapolis

Situated in the Galerie Alpina, this restaurant is recommended by Lonely Planet and the Guide du Routard to all fans of Italian cuisine. It specialises in Neopolitan food, lovingly prepared by Enrico, Roberto and Salvio. Peparoni Arrosto (sweet red peppers), bruschetta with marinated anchovies, calamari en barca, followed by spaghetti aux fruits de mer and gnocchi alla sorrentina are just some of his specialities. Not forgetting over twenty varieties of pizza, and for dessert... the infamous tiramisu or panacotta. Expect a warm welcome from Christine.

Panier Des 4 Saisons

In the center of Chamonix, nestled in a little alley, up the stairs (beside the Galerie Blanc Neige) is the Panier des 4 Saisons. This is an ideal place to appreciate some instinctive, creative and traditional cooking, lovingly prepared with fresh products by the chef, Thierry, and served by his ever-attentive partner Maureen. The cuisine is based around local food, changing with the pace of the seasons. From quality wine produced in the region to great vintages, all will delight the finest of palates. A delicious way to taste, smell and relish local produce, cooked to perfection. Their sole ambition is to help you share and savour a timeless culinary moment.
www.restaurant-panierdes4saisons.com

La Potinière

This popular Brasserie which proudly sits on the Place Centrale at the very epicenter of Chamonix. With non stop service throughout the day from 7h30 to 23h30, La Potinière’s varied menu offers favourites for all the family. Aside from the pizzas, pasta, Savoyarde specialities, crêpes, and salads, the restaurant serves great streaks and meat dishes, seafood platters and of course their famous Moules Marinières. For dinner. it also serves an ‘all you can eat’ buffet with a host of delicasies from around the World You can either enjoy your meal are on the spacious heated terrace, marvelling at the panoramic views of the Mont Blanc massif, or sat in the atmospheric wooden clad interior.
www.lapotiniere-chamonix.com

Satsuki

Lovers of Japanese cuisine will be pleased to hear that they can still enjoy all of their favourite dishes whilst in Chamonix: Sushi, Sashimi, Tempura, Tonkatsu, Sukiyaki... prepared by Chef Tatsuya Ishizaki, and brought to your table by charming and friendly staff. The décor is simple but incorporates the purity inherent of traditional Japanese design. All of the dishes are available to take-away. Pre-orders are welcome. Opening times: 12:00-14:30 / 18:30-22:00
www.satsuki.eu

La Taverne de Chamouny

It is easy to see why this is one of Chamonix’s most popular restaurants. Not only do you get a choice of every conceivable local speciality that we all love to savour so much whilst in the Alps, it is also renowned for the abundant choice of seafood platters and specialities on offer, including oysters, lobster, mussels, and many more, all freshly delivered, and especially selected and prepared by the ‘Maitre écailler’. Situated in the heart of Chamonix centre, La Taverne ably demonstrates all the culinary finesse we associate with French cooking, and is a great place to enjoy a meal out with friends or family.

Tigre Tigre

Located near the train station, this establishment encompasses fun, style, top service and great hospitality. The bar offers a wide range of excellent cocktails, shots, and an array of imported beers. The restaurant’s cuisine ably demonstrates the varied styles and tastes of India. If you are unsure, then simply ask the waiting staff who can help select a dish that best suits your taste. A take away service is also available, orders should be placed from 6pm until 8pm during peak season. Open from 5pm daily for après ski and earlier at weekends to show live sporting events. Booking is advisable to avoid disappointment.

Le Hameau Albert 1er

Gourmet cuisine, or traditional dishes, Le Hameau Albert 1er welcomes you to its 2 restaurants, each with their own style. The gastronomic restaurant is one of the finest in the region. The two chefs, Pierre Carrier and Pierre Maillet will take you on a culinary journey, where subtle flavours and fresh delicacies combine with mouth watering effect. The menu changes according to the season, to make way for delightful treasures such as White ‘Alba’ Truffles. The wine cellar too is exceptional, with a choice of over 20,000 bottles.
www.hameaualbert.fr

La Maison Carrier
Also excellent, but less exclusive, the Maison Carrier offers authentic local cuisine, in a traditional, rebuilt Chamoniard style chalet. The food is prepared and served with much the same panache as its renowned neighbour, and offers a delicious modern day interpretation of dishes and recipes that have been enjoyed in the region for centuries.

Le Rosebud

The hotel Jeu de Paume’s restaurant, Le Rosebud, and its chef Eric De Gang propose an inventive and refined cuisine. Over the past 10 years, Chef De Ganck has developed an art form of mixing herbs and spices, creating an original and refined gastronomic signature of his own. These culinary efforts have been recognized by many restaurant Guides.
www.jeudepaumechamonix.com

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