Read reviews of the best Chamonix restaurants
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Excellent French restaurant in the centre of Chamonix
A crisp sunny day at the very start of winter. With the snow falling all of yesterday, today was definitely a good day to get a lovely warm lunch in one of Chamonix's central restaurants!
Excellent Fondue & Savoyard Specialities
With two American friends in town, who were specifically requesting a 'Chamonix cheese-fest', it seemed appropriate enough to head to Le Monchu - as 'Le Monchu' is the local dialect word for 'Tourist'. Coined in the 1800s it is a corruption of the word Monsieur and can still be heard in conversation amongst Chamoniards. Set just off the main (tourist) sqaure, just next to the Casino de Chamonix, Le Monchu is a very reasonably-priced Savoyarde restaurant, offering all the usual suspects (Fondue, Pierrade, Raclette etc) and a few specialities as well.
Popular Restaurant Serving Typical French Cuisine
One thing that is obligatory to try when in Chamonix is a fondue. A big bubbling pot of melted cheese that is guaranteed to burn the roof off your mouth, send you into the deepest food coma you've ever had and cause you to put on at least a stone overnight.
Cosy little bistro with great homecooked cuisine
The newest restaurant on the Chamonix scene is the charming Bizes (French slang for kisses), tucked away in a quiet corner in the town centre.
Bargain Brunch - a Feast for 15€
For years Chambre Neuf have very successfully followed the formula of not trying to fix something if it doesn't appear to be broken. However, they have more recently decided that you can add shiny new things entirely separately: 'English-style' fish 'n' chips served out the front of après-ski; DJ and theme nights in the bar in the later hours; and this weekend saw the launch of their new Sunday Brunch which will run year-round and - in the words of new Head Chef Stefan - "brings a touch of England, Sweden and France to your plate". In Chamonix of all places - fancy that.
Great value meal deals & delicious burgers
The 10€ Lunch Break at Monkey was too good to pass up! Meeting my friend on my lunch hour, just as he came down from a quick ski up the midi, meant that it was not only a perfect location but a great deal too!
Italian Restaurant Serving Gourmet Organic Cuisine
L'Impossible was originally created by a local steep skier who, after having skied some impossibly difficult lines, decided on this very apt name for his restaurant. The restaurant has since been taken over by a charming Italian family who are setting a prime example of how to satisfy your taste-buds in fine fettle.
A hearty breakfast served daily between 09:30 and 14:00
Now it may seem strange to many people on holiday, especially the Brits and Americans, that France are not a nation known for their good breakfast! At least, not the way we like it...a long lazy brunch over eggs benedict and pancakes, or a full English breakfast.
What to see and do during a short break to Chamonix
Chamonix is just over an hour’s drive from Geneva airport, making it an easy place to visit for a short break or weekend away. So, with just two days to see the sights, how should you spend your 48 hours in Chamonix?
Apres-Ski Bar Serving Tasty Good Value Food & Bar Snacks
Some friends and I headed over to Monkey Bar recently for a feed. An enormous plate of nachos smothered in salsa, melted cheese, guacamole and sour cream went down well (chilli version available for carnivores), as did a veggie burger and chips.
Seasonal Gourmet Dishes Made from Fresh Organic Produce - Great for Vegetarians
L’Impossible is in a league of its own within the Chamonix restaurant scene, offering a hugely interesting menu of deluxe, homemade dishes made entirely from organic ingredients. With most options on the menu being gluten free and many great vegetarian options, the selection of gourmet dishes and various unusual combinations of flavours is sure to provide something to wow any diner.
A night of tasty tacos, top-quality tequila and live music
"Why haven't we come here every Tuesday of the season?" my partner said when we finished our taco feast. "Fair point", I thought – not only was the food delicious but, with the three for two deal, they were also a bargain.
Popular Lunchtime Restaurant Serving Good Value Dishes
Most people know Chambre Neuf for it's apres-ski, which is largely regarded as the best apres-ski in the Chamonix valley. With a live band playing every afternoon and hundreds of people dancing on the tables you would be forgiven for overlooking Chambre Neuf as a great place for lunch.
Tasty International Dishes with a Swedish Touch
It's always a good sign when you stop off somewhere for lunch that it's busy. The down side is that you might have to wait a little bit for a seat, but thankfully not today!
Delicious organic inventive Italian cuisine
It’s always a treat to go for dinner at L’Impossible; not only for the great food but also for the beautiful setting and the warm welcome that you always receive.
An affordable decadent treat for non-ski days
Now that the ski season has started, we’ll be spending every spare moment on the mountain. However, what to do on bad weather days? Or when you’ve skied yourself out and need a bit of R&R? The spa at Hotel Les Aiglons does a great lunch deal that is the perfect way to relax in between ski days.
Great Pizza to Eat In or Take Away in the centre of Chamonix
There’s no shortage of places to get a decent pizza in Chamonix, from cheap takeaways to fine restaurants. One place that kind of sits happily in the middle is the Pizzeria des Moulins, a tiny little restaurant with a casual vibe that appears to be doing a roaring trade every night of the week.
A cosy meal in a typical Savoyard restaurant
Chamonix has a lot of restaurants to choose from, particularly of the traditional Alpine variety, which are lovely for cosy evenings when the dark nights start to draw in.