MEALS & DRINKS IN GENEVA
Name of Type of Contact Adress Service Prices (CHF) establishment establishment Alhambar Brasserie (pub)/ www.alhambar.com 10, rue de la Rôtisserie The location above the Alhambra Theater makes it the perfect place for pre or post-theatre 18 CHF Plat du Jour Restaurant [email protected] entrée Parc Pélisserie drinks. Come here on Sundays for a good Brunch or during the week to relax. 23 - 33 CHF Meals Phone: +41 22 312 1313 1204 Geneva
Ali Haydar Kebab Restaurant 26, Rue de Lausanne Serves kebabs of lamb, chicken, or both, dolma. Baklava too. 10 CHF
Boky Restaurant Phone: +41 78 628 16 99 1.) Rue des Alpes 21 Large selection of chinese and japanese dishes. Fast, but impolite service. Quality Chinese Meals 14-20CHF 6PM-midnight 2.) Rue Neuve du food (it's always full of Chinese customers) but no fancy atmosphere Molard 19 Brasserie des Brasserie (pub) http://www.brasseriedeshallesdelile.ch Place de l'Ile 1 Brasserie des Halles de L île is overlooking the Rhône river, this site hosts a bar, dining area Meals 7- 40 CHF Halles de l`Île [email protected] 1204 Genève and is also a place of entertainment. Phone: 022 311 08 88
Buvette des Bains Brasserie (pub) Phone: + 41 22 738 16 16 30, quai du Mont-Blanc Wonderful place in the middle of the lake. Beach in Summer, fondue restaurant in Winter. Good "plat du jour" all day for CHF 12 12- (Bains des [email protected] 20CHF Paquis) Café Art's Brasserie (pub) Phone: +41 22 738 07 97 Rue des Pâquis 17 Café Art's has a limited menu of salads and pasta dishes, but all around or under 15 CHF Meals 8-20 CHF M-F 5PM-2AM, Sa-Su 11AM-2AM and service is non-stop all day. Café du Soleil Restaurant Phone: + 41 ( 0 ) 22 733 34 17 Place du Petit Saconnex One of the best fondues in town Meals 15.00 - 30.00 CHF specialized in 6 Fondue 23 CHF fondue Chez Ma Restaurant 1.) +41 22 310 96 96 1.) Pl. du Bourg-de-Four A chain with a simple menu: chicken, chicken, or chicken. The roasted chicken is what Meals: Each under 14.90CHF Cousine 2.) +41 22 733 79 85 6 they're famous for, and two chicken salads make the rest of the regular menu. each under 3.) +41 22 731 98 98 2.) Ch. du Petit- 14.90CHF Saconnex 2 3.) Rue Lissignol 5 Chocolaterie Chocolaterie Phone: +41 (22) 310-4094 12, Bourg-de-Four It's all chocolate—handmade truffles, rich hot chocolate, cake or ice cream. Boîtes 33 - 120 CHF ARN www.swisschocolates.ch Chocolaterie du Chocolaterie Phone: +41 (22) 311-5614 3, Rue de la Stop by the tearoom for luxurious hot chocolate or handmade truffles. not available Rhône Confédération Chocolaterie Chocolaterie Phone: +41 (22) 732-4467 10, Rue de Berne Founded in 1947, the chocolaterie is famous for their "pavés de Genève." not available Stettler www.chocolaterie-stettler.ch Chocolats Rohr Chocolaterie Phone: +41 (22) 311-6303 3, Place du Molard Stop by for a Geneva "poubelle"—dark and milk chocolate garbage cans filled with smooth Boîtes 17 - 130 CHF SA www.chocolats-rohr.ch ganache. Comptoir Restaurant (asian) Phone: 022 731 32 37 Rue de Richemont 9 Thai and Asian fusion dishes served in a sleek, modern setting. Hip clientele. Friendly service. Meals 9.00 - 30.00 CHF Hours: 12:00 – 14:00, 17:30 – 01:00; Closed Mondays http://www.lecomptoirdesign.com/main_0 8_2.html# Crêperie des Restaurant Phone: 022 731 26 49 Rue de Zurich 6 (Near Open evenings. This is a lovely little creperie with savory and sweet crepes, and very friendly A complete meal of one savory crepe, ome Pâquis Courvain) service. sweet, and a small salad for 21 CHF. Drinks vary in price from 3 CHF for hot milk, to somewhat more for wine and beer. Vegetarian and gluten-free options are available. 30 CHF
Espresso Club Brasserie (pub) Phone: +41 22 738 84 88 Rue des Pâquis 25 (just A tiny bar and three tables means this little local spot is usually packed with a very Meals 1-20 CHF off of Place de international crowd of people who know where to get the best pizza, salads, and pasta Navigation) dishes in town, with many vegetarian selections. Espresso club keeps the ovens going late for late working customers and it's a nice spot for a cafe and newspaper afternoon as well. Unfortunately the quality of its customer service does not mirror that of its pizzas. Faim? Restaurant/ www.faim.ch 5, rue Châtelain The Scandinavian-inspired, funky décor, tasty soups, salads and sandwiches at lunchtime as For more information, see link brasserie (pub) [email protected] 1203 Geneva well as rotating photo exhibits makes Faim a nice place to meet for lunch. Every Sunday Phone: +41 22 340 2575 morning they offer a delicious Brunch platter. Check their website for ongoing exhibitions and special events. Manora Restaurant Phone: +41 22 909 41 11 Rue de Cornavin 6 Cafeteria like serving area with everything and anything including (but not inclusive): chicken, pasta, pizza, desserts, entree of the day, salads, and coffee. Great view of the Geneva skyline from the balcony eating area.
Micheli Chocolaterie Phone: 41 (22) 329-9006 1, Rue Micheli-du-Crest Dark chocolate aficionados can eat their hearts out while enjoying this specialty of the house. not available
NONOLET Restaurant www.nonolet.ch Bvd Georges-Favon 5 Very trendy recently opened place with a cozy ambiance, super friendly staff, and free 9-10 CHF for drinks; 10-35 CHF meals Phone: +41 22 311 88 50 1204 Geneve appetizers with your drink (tapas, mini-pizza, chicken wings, etc - in unlimited amounts). My new favorite place in Geneva. Wine glass Piment Vert Restaurant Phone: +41 22 731 93 03 4 place Grenus Indian and Sri-Lankan fast food in a charmingly appointed space. There's also a terrace Meals 14-20CHF during warm weather. Sing Fa la maison Restaurant Phone: +41 22 321 75 38 Rue de la Calle 42, Serves fairly authentic chinese dumplings and noodles Meals 14-20CHF du Ravioli (Sing Morning-midnight (closed on Monday Fa dumpling lunch), opened 7 days a week. house)
La Trattoria Restaurant Phone: 022 734 9476 Rue de la Servette 1 Conveniently located near Gare Cornavin, you are sure never to go hungry at this down not available (italian) Opening Hours: 09:30 – 14:30, 17:30 – home Geneva favorite. Oven baked pizzas and pasta on the menu. Family owned and 24:00 operated.
La Diligence Restaurant Phone: 022 732 4495 Rue Pecolat 2 A colorful restaurant with ice cold margaritas and the best nachos in town. A sizable menu not available (mexican) Hours: 08:00 – 24:00 and portions to match. Le Diwane Restaurant Phone: 022 732 7391 Rue de Zurich 6 Authentic Arabic cuisine. Set menus available. Don’t skip dessert. not available (arabic) Hours: 12:00 – 14:30, 19:00 – 22:30 (Closed Sundays); 12:00 – 00:30 Daily (July – Sept) Les 5 Portes Restaurant/ Hours: 12:00 – 14:00, 18:00 – 22:30 Rue de Zurich 8 Trendy atmosphere with creative tapas and straightforward yet tasty main dishes. Plat du Jour: 17 CHF Brasserie (pub) Phone: 022 731 8438 http://www.lescandale.ch/public/page.php
Le Pousse-pousse Restaurant (asian) Phone: 022 320 48 55 Rue de l'Ecole-de- “The Rickshaw” features a wide variety of Chinese dishes at a nice price. Take-out available not available Hours: 11:30 – 22:00; Closed Sundays Médecine 2 Wasabi Sushi Restaurant Mo-Sa 10AM-10PM 21 rue du Mont Blanc Japanese food to eat in the restaurant or to take away. not available 32 Boulevard Helvetique BARS & CAFÉS IN GENEVA
Name of Type of Contact Adress Service Prices (CHF) establishment establishment Au chat noir Bar www.chatnoir.ch 13, Rue Music is an art form here, with live music ranging from French singers to jazz Concerts 10 CHF Phone: 41 (22) 343-4998 Vautier to spinning DJs. For more 1227 information, see Carouge link La Ferblanterie Bar, Snacks Phone: +41223209042 Rue de In the summer, there is a lovely tiny terrace at the back, where you can enjoy Beer CHF 4.00 Mon – Thu 10:00 – 01:00 l’Ecole de the sun, which is better than sitting outside by the street. Médecine 8 You can eat great and cheap sandwiches, panini’s and other home made Plainpalais snacks, with a beer (picon beer is one of my favorites). It is also a great place to find tips for exhibitions and concerts, because there’s a spot inside next to the front door devoted to announcements with many leaflets and flyers! Of course, it is not the only place in Geneva where you can find flyers, but it is always good to know where you can find them! (Taken from: http://www.spottedbylocals.com/geneva/category/activity/bars/)
La Petite Reine Bar, Snacks Place de Bar Menu 11 CHF Montbrillant 1201 Geneve
La Suite 115 Wine Bar, Snacks Phone: +41227861115 61 rue du 31 They have a long list of wines (especially red ones); if you don’t know which Glass of wine Mon – Wed 07:00 – 00:00, Thu – Fri décembre one to pick, the nice staff will help you in your choice depending on your from CHF 5.00 07:00 – 02:00, Sat 17:00 – 02:00 Eaux-Vives tastes; the serve cocktails and at night, your drinks will come with olives; tapas available too. They will serve you delicious plats du jour during the lunch break and they always pay a particular attention to fresh products. You can also have their fresh salads if you prefer, which are also very good. During the summer, they open a little terrace at the back of the bar. (Taken from: http://www.spottedbylocals.com/geneva/category/activity/bars/) Le Café du Lys Bar, Snacks Phone: +41223287826 7 rue de This amazing place is located in Rue de L’Ecole de Médecine in Plainpalais, a Tapas 6 CHF Opening Hours: 09:00 – 02:00 daily l’Ecole de street where there are a few great bars on its two sides. Médecine It’s really close to Uni Mail (see the Unimail article), that’s why so many Plainpalais students come running to this place to enjoy their drinks, especially at night. For lunch, they always serve some delicious and original meals, and their student-formula is really attractive. At night, they have nice tapas with good beer from one of the longest and most diversified beer lists that I have seen in Geneva. From time to time, they have parties in there, where everyone is dressed up for the occasion. The staff is always nice, helpful and funny. They also have a great selection of teas, coffees and craft syrups. You can finish up by having their succulent and famous chocolate cake, that will make you come back many times. (Taken from: http://www.spottedbylocals.com/geneva/category/activity/bars/)
Le Coup de Girafe Bar, Snacks Tue – Thu 07:45 – 00:00, Fri 07:45 – 18 rue This tea room is located right in the middle of les Eaux-Vives, one of the most Home-made 01:00, Sat 10:00 – 01:00, Sun 10:00 – Maunoir popular neighborhoods of Geneva. You can either have breakfast when you cake CHF 7.00 17:00 Eaux-Vives wake up, with delicious slice of bread or home-made cakes and tea selected Phone: +41227009632 among plenty, a big salad at lunch or some amazing tapas at night, with a good red wine. If you go there in winter, you need to taste their home made hot chocolate, a real delight! I love their home made pies, especially their “apple upside- down”, as the slice is warmed and is served with some sugar cane syrup… In the summer, a little terrace will welcome you, but you should definitely have a look inside, as the decor worth it. Indeed, couches, lamps, magazines, old radio, a big giraffe in one corner, make this spot a very intimate place where you will definitely feel like you’re in your grandparents’ living-room. (Taken from: http://www.spottedbylocals.com/geneva/category/activity/bars/)
Le Demi-Lune Bar, Snacks Phone: +41223121290 Rue Etienne La Demi Lune is a bar-restaurant located in the Old Town, closed to the Place Hamburger CHF Mon – Wed 10:00 – 01:00, Thu – Fri Dumont 3 du Bourg de Four. It is a nice spot filled with comfortable couches at the 15.00 10:00 – 02:00, Sat 16:00 – 02:00 , Sun Vieille-ville back, high tables and chairs in the center and a little room to eat. There is a 16:00 – 01:00 terrace as well during summer. Great cocktails; Good meals: among others you can choose from tandori chicken, spring rolls and hamburgers… The staff is young (students mainly) and the music is quite jazzy most of the time, although you can hear some french music and others from time to time! (Taken from: http://www.spottedbylocals.com/geneva/category/activity/bars/)
The little Buddha Bar http://www.littlebuddhageneva.com/ 10, rue J.-Fr. Bar Meals CHF 8.00 - [email protected] Bartholoni 40.00 Phone: +41 (0)22 307 10 00 1204 Geneva Drinks CHF 8.00 - 25.00