Jacques Restaurant

Cuisine

French Contemporary, Seasonal Cuisine

Michelin

selected

Price

€€€

Website

https://www.jacques-restaurant.ch/

Description

Now located in the historic city, chef Jacques Allisson's establishment sports elegant rooms spread over two floors and a spacious alfresco area. The modern Gallic score is precise and expressive and flanked by seamless, spot-on service. Three 3- to 5-course menus and an à la carte lineup means that there is something for everyone, from wild mullet, leeks and beurre blanc, followed by venison, beetroot and spatzli, to an iced parfait and a crispy praliné to finish. Splendid wine cellar of French and Swiss vintages. Pleasure and technique go hand in hand in this renowned culinary landmark of La

Review score

4.6

Review count

50

Review summary

Jacques Restaurant in Lausanne offers contemporary French seasonal cuisine, highlighted by its surprise tasting menus. Reviewers frequently praise the explosion of flavors, fresh ingredients, and the professional, passionate kitchen team. The new location features comfortable seating and a beautiful terrace. However, experiences vary; some guests report issues with reservation management, inconsistent service attitudes, and pacing. Negative feedback cites overly rich demi-glace sauces, small portion sizes, and occasional preparation errors. While generally well-regarded, consistency depends heavily on specific service interactions.

Best for

Suitable for diners seeking refined flavors who can tolerate potential service inconsistencies.

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