F.P. Journe - Le Restaurant

The great Geneva watchmaker François-Paul Journe and the former chef of Le Chat-Botté, Dominique Gauthier, have set their sights on this legendary institution (listed as a heritage site in the canton of Geneva), a chic upmarket bistro, with its black and white tiled floor, old wooden panelling and ceiling, red velvet banquettes and chairs. Studded with fine produce, the plates turn like fine timepieces, like this saddle of lamb from Chandossel with fennel and artichoke, accompanied by a purée worthy of Robuchon's own. Expect colourful dishes too, such as lobster from Brittany with Green Zebra tomatoes or langoustines roasted with kadaif. In this lively atmosphere, you can also count on perfectly oiled service and excellent advice from the sommelier.