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Restaurants nearby

• Aux Trois Amis★ Michelin A narrow road leads up to this wonderful restaurant surrounded by vineyards and boasting a pleasantly shaded terrace overlooking Lake Biel – dining al fresco here is an absolute joy! Allow yourself to be pampered by the charming front-of-house team led by maître d' Cynthia Lauper as you savour the "Menu Surprise" conjured up by chef-patron Marc Joshua Engel. This is sophisticated cuisine imbued with creative accents, eg venison fillet with black garlic, asparagus and cherries. Alternatively, there are a handful of à la carte dishes. Your hostess and sommelier will gladly recommend fine wines –4.4km
• Du Bourg★ Michelin The pretty centuries-old house fits perfectly into a charming location in the heart of the old town. Make the most of the fine weather with an aperitif on the terrace on the medieval square or in the 12C vaulted cellar. Afterwards, host and chef Manuel Zaugg's five- or six-course tasting menu is served in the cosy, modern little restaurant. A nice idea: The menu is enclosed in an envelope, so you can decide whether you want to open it or be surprised. Made with excellent ingredients, the seasonal dishes are modern and creative. Local influences are skilfully combined with interesting Asian tou14.2km
• Du Cerf★ Michelin Set in the heart of the peaceful village of Sonceboz, this establishment is a culinary landmark in what is known as the Jura Arc and throughout Switzerland. The restaurant’s success is largely due to chef Jean-Marc Soldati, at the helm for many years now. Tradition is a serious business for this alumnus of Crissier, where he worked alongside Fredy Girardet and Philippe Rochat. Three surprise menus unveil a pedigree score, as spot on as it is suave, and drawn mainly from local and French ingredients and from the chef's own kitchen garden. The wine list features a selection of regional, Swiss an16.0km
• Kreuz Take a seat in one of the gorgeous dining spaces, or on the lovely, pleasantly peaceful garden terrace, to enjoy traditional and regional fare. The menu features, for instance, local lake fish; European perch from the Lötschberg mountains is also popular. The good food is complemented by a really friendly family atmosphere, which comes courtesy of the attentive service team. In the simpler Gaststube, you can order the dish of the day.5.4km
• Hardern PintliBib This picture-perfect inn is warm and welcoming and certainly looks charming inviting with its red shutters. Chef-patron Falk Fleischhauer manages to strike a balance between home-style and classic cuisine – the result is delicious and reasonably priced dishes. Consult the blackboard for enticing daily specials, or plump for tasty classics. The menu ranges from tripe to sea bream fillet and Angus beef entrecôte. The service is very friendly and anything but stiff. In summer, the lovely tree-lined terrace is a real draw.17.9km
• Le Bocca - Restaurant Under the management of chef Alexandre Luquet and his spouse Ana Ronc, Le Bocca offers a mouthwatering gourmet experience that combines elegance and modernity. Whether you are seated in the bright interior or on the lush alfresco patio, you will sample cosmopolitan contemporary French cuisine focused on outstanding produce. Wild langoustine, sole meunière fished by small boats and Araguani chocolate soufflé bear witness to the establishment’s bold, minimalist signature. Flexible evening menus (3 to 6 courses), well thought out lunchtime menu, a fantastic wine cellar and slick friendly service.10.1km
• Auberge d'Hauterive - Restaurant Attimi In an elegant, polished setting, this auberge rustles up modern Italian fare with international accents. The front-of-house team is professional, friendly and on the ball and the Italianate soundtrack playing softly in the background further adds to the establishment’s warm, bouncy mood. We highly recommend their delicious risotto and the house signature: squid, kohlrabi, squid ink-flavoured crumble, truffle and cumin, together with two Attimi menus and a first-rate selection of à la carte dishes. Swiss and Italian vintages take pride of place on the wine list. A more casual establishment next11.0km
• La Table du Palafitte The “Menu Découverte” carries guests away on a journey inspired by the time-honoured culinary traditions of the Mediterranean coast. Choose between the dining room or the large waterfront terrace.12.0km
• Repas To enjoy good food above the rooftops of Biel, head to the sixth floor of Hotel Elite. In this central location near the train station, you get a splendid view of the city and the Jura mountains. The atmosphere is unpretentious, the service is friendly and the cuisine is contemporary, with regional and Mediterranean influences. The appealing à la carte menu ranges from beetroot gnocchi to sea bass and braised pork cheeks. Tip: If you're not dining alone, consider kicking off with a few small plates to share.13.7km
• Perroquet Vert This intimate, lively restaurant on the Place de la Fontaine exudes the Belle Epoque charm of the Parisian brasseries of old. A feel that chimes perfectly with the traditional, French dishes chalked up on the blackboard. Favourites include scallop risotto, entrecôte and tarte tatin.14.0km

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