Le Lodge du Pichat

By a winding road through the Bauges mountains, this establishment is the epitome of a country village inn whose recently refurbished wood-rich chic interior pays tribute to the surrounding countryside. Romain Bonnier works with local produce and a veggie-centric ethos, without forgetting meat and fish from the lake. His delicate mousse of catfish with spinach and his fragrant tartlet of crunchy white asparagus are packed with flavour, while his Chartreuse lamb cooked several ways is in a class of its own. Sweeping views over the Chambéry valley and surprise menus that invite the diner to “let

In the heart of Chambéry, this establishment is a hit courtesy of its leafy terrace, shaded by a fig tree that is a genuine haven of peace and quiet in the city centre. The chef with stints at Lasserre and Rech under his belt orchestrates a modern, indulgent Mediterranean score, dotted with Middle Eastern accents: refreshing ceviche of greater amberjack dotted with citrus fruit and raspberries; plancha seared giant prawns, jalapenos sauce and lemon-scented Lebanese tabouleh. Gracious, warm welcome, cheerful service and vibrant dishes packed in globetrotting appeal.

In a pretty spot on one of the city's central squares, this building is the stomping ground of a chef who revisits classics from French tradition with passion and precision: boiled egg, fricassee of chanterelles and parsley emulsion; chuck of beef cooked at a low temperature, potato galette and truffle jus; hot soufflé with Grand Marnier – quality ingredients go into these delicious and carefully executed dishes.

In a heritage edifice in the heart of historic Chambéry, next-door to the Château des Ducs de Savoie, this establishment occupies the courtyard of what is now a luxury hotel. In a suitably classy setting, the chef crafts a “carte blanche” menu inspired by the seasons and travel, together with a simpler lunchtime score. Depending on your mood, choose from the sun-drenched terrace shaded by stylish white parasols or an immersive experience overlooking the kitchen.

In the Bauges Mountains, an unspoilt natural haven, this contemporary hotel has a lovely restaurant run by a young chef who has both technique and ideas. He throws himself into his work to get the best out of the Val d'Aillon terroir: vegetable garden, cooperative cheese, farm lamb, wild herbs... The menu changes regularly.

On the upper reaches of Tencin, this Tower is a treat for the five senses! Run by the same chef since 2016 (2017 Top Chef winner), his creative, natural menus aim to stimulate the taste buds of diners and thus call upon their emotions. When the weather’s fine, why not enjoy the fabulous view of the Chartreuse range from the terrace?