Tucked away in the heart of the French Alps, Morzine is not just a haven for skiers and snowboarders, but also a gourmet hotspot. The resort and its neighbouring villages boast an exceptional array of mountain restaurants where regional traditions meet modern flair. Whether you’re craving bubbling cheese fondue, flame-grilled meats or a refined menu, these recommended restaurants deliver incredible cuisine in a fantastic setting.
Best Bars and Restaurants in Morzine
Discover the best bars and restaurants in Morzine, on and off the mountain.
Discover the best restaurants in Morzine, from cosy alpine chalets serving traditional Savoyard fare to stylish terraces with panoramic views.
Where to eat on the mountain
Chez Nannon
A Morzine institution and a must-visit for lovers of cheese and charm. Located at 1,537m on the Ravarettes piste, Chez Nannon is a dream on snowy days with its roaring fires and rustic interiors. The Savoyard menu is rich and indulgent—think gooey Reblochon potatoes, sizzling côte de boeuf and bubbling fondue. Be sure to book ahead.
Le Vaffieu
Near the Belvédère chairlift at the top of the Pléney, Le Vaffieu combines an expansive terrace with a substantial Alpine menu. The setting makes it an excellent choice for a leisurely lunch while skiing the Morzine–Les Gets sector, with views towards the surrounding peaks.
Le Chalet Du Verard
Set above the Prodains valley, Le Chalet du Verard offers a quieter mountain interlude. Its chalet dining room and traditional cheese dishes make an appealing alternative to the larger, busier slope-side restaurants.
La Grenouille du Marais
Quaint and charming with a huge sun-drenched terrace, La Grenouille du Marais is a great spot for everything from hearty crêpes to light salads and wild mushroom omelettes. Perfect for a late lunch or a slice of tart before your final descent.
A little farther afield
La Païka, Les Gets
On the La Turche side of Les Gets, La Païka occupies an old farmhouse beside the piste. Meat cooked over the wood fire and a sunny terrace make for a popular lunch spot. It is a rewarding detour when skiing the wider Morzine–Les Gets area.
La Réserve, Avoriaz
In the centre of Avoriaz, La Réserve offers a more elegant option amid the bustle of the ski resort. Its contemporary take on mountain cooking, chalet interiors and south-facing terrace also make it a good choice in the evening.
La Cabane – Avoriaz
La Cabane is a stylish and centrally located favourite in Avoriaz with multiple terraces, cosy interiors, and live music on occasion. The menu is inventive, blending French staples with Asian flair, and the meat selection is particularly impressive. Whether you stop by for a leisurely lunch or a sunset drink, La Cabane always has a buzz.
La Fruitière – Avoriaz
High-energy après meets high-quality dining at La Fruitière, part of the iconic Folie Douce chain. This lively spot offers refined mountain cuisine in a festive setting, perfect for a long lunch followed by an afternoon of dancing on the terrace.
Casual lunches, coffee and family meals
La Cendrée
At the foot of the Pléney slopes, La Cendrée is the ideal spot for families meeting after ski lessons as well as skiers finishing their day. It offers classic, home-cooked mountain dishes and a huge terrace that overlooks a snowy playground in winter.
La Crapahute
La Crapahute sits at the far end of the Vallée de la Manche near the Lac des Mines d’Or. The small chalet serves home cooking and local cheese dishes in a peaceful setting
Au P’tit Casse Croûte
Au P'tit Casse Croûte sandwich shop is a down-to-earth delight, perfect for a grab-and-go casse croûte or leisurely lunch. Choose from toasties, sandwiches or piadina flatbreads filled with Alpine favourites like Reblochon, smoked sausage, or Diots.
Les Halles
A recent addition to the village centre, Les Halles is a colourful brasserie built around fresh, seasonal cooking. It sits alongside Le Crépu bar and Le Comptoir food bar, so you can enjoy coffee, lunch and an early evening drink in the same venue.
Le Colibri
Open all day and centrally located, Le Colibri is the perfect dining spot with little ones. The buggy-accessible venue offers a variety of meals including burgers, buddha bowls, and sharing platters. Kids are entertained with activity sheets while you relax.
L’Improviste
Serving excellent Neapolitan pizza with San Marzano tomatoes and Fior di Latte mozzarella, L’Improviste has quickly earned a reputation as Morzine’s best pizza spot.
Ô Chalet
This gourmet burger bar delivers 16 flavour-packed burger combos catering to vegetarians, vegans, and cheese lovers alike. Enjoy your meal indoors or on the terrace with DJs, live music and local craft beers.
Papa Renard
Doing just one thing — burgers — and doing it exceptionally well, Papa Renard is a rising favourite. Local ingredients and over 35 craft beers make this a top choice for casual foodies. Click & collect or delivery available.
Satellite Coffee
The go-to for speciality coffee and brunch, Satellite Coffee offers globally-inspired dishes like Turkish eggs and the Alps’ best banana bread. Great for a rest day or a relaxed lunch.
Alpine evenings in Morzine
La Grange
Just off the centre of the village, La Grange has the warmth of a traditional mountain chalet, with a wood stove in winter and a terrace in summer. Fondue and other Savoyard staples sit alongside seasonal French dishes. Don’t miss the Pommes Pont Neuf and house-spiced rum!
La Chaudanne
Located on Route de la Plagne, La Chaudanne offers a sophisticated dining experience in a stylish wooden chalet. The menu ranges from fondue and raclette to fish, meat and seasonal dishes, while the vaulted cellar below houses a wine bar. The vaulted wine bar downstairs is perfect for a cosy pre- or post-dinner drink.
La Chamade
Run by the Thorens family, La Chamade has been part of Morzine’s dining scene for decades. Chef Thierry Thorens brings a personal touch to regional produce and cheese specialities; the restaurant’s lively, eclectic character sets it apart from a conventional chalet dining room.
L’Étale
A Morzine institution since 1977, L’Étale is a buzzing brasserie known for its enormous menu and lively atmosphere. The Savoyard specialities are excellent, but don’t overlook the whisky flambéed steaks or pierre chaude meats cooked at your table. A variety of vegan dishes are also available.
Le Grillon
In the centre of Morzine, Le Grillon serves fondue, raclette and other Savoyard dishes alongside a brasserie menu and pizzas. The varied choices and traditional interior make it an easy option for families and groups with different appetites.
L’Avalanche
Modern and relaxed, L’Avalanche delivers fresh, local French cuisine in a bar-restaurant setting. With a contemporary twist on French classics, this is a great option for a casual yet flavour-packed meal.
La Rotunde
A lively and welcoming restaurant near the Pleney lift, La Rotunde boasts a large menu filled with Savoyarde classics, pizzas, meats, salads, and traditional French dishes. Ideal for groups, it offers indoor and alfresco dining, excellent cocktails, and a beautifully decorated Alpine setting.
Le Clin d'Oeil
Kristel and Jean-Noël bring the cooking of south-west France to Le Clin d’Oeil, with cassoulet made with Tarbais beans, duck confit and foie gras terrine among the specialities. The menu also includes three-cheese fondue and raclette for those in the mood for a Savoyard dinner. The atmosphere is relaxed, with wines available by the glass or carafe.
Something different for dinner
Le Passionnant
Above the village on Route des Nants, Le Passionnant occupies a former farmhouse dating from 1899. Its exposed timber frame provides a striking setting for modern Alpine cooking, shaped by local produce and herbs grown or gathered by the team.
L’Atelier
Tucked behind Hôtel Le Samoyède, L’Atelier is a more intimate choice for dinner. Morzine-born chef Alexandre Baud-Pachon builds his menus around the season’s produce, bringing a lighter, more inventive perspective to the village’s dining scene. The restaurant operates during the winter season.
Kamado Kitchen
Kamado Kitchen has become a welcome counterpoint to Morzine’s cheese-heavy menus. Its compact dining room serves freshly prepared pan-Asian dishes, with vegetarian and vegan choices clearly marked. There is also a takeaway option for an evening back at the chalet.
Hideout
At Hideout, Asian street-food influences make for an easy-going dinner: bao, gyoza, bowls and changing specials are designed for sharing. The atmosphere is informal and sociable.
Après-ski & drinks
Le Tremplin
An iconic Morzine après-ski venue located right at the base of the Pléney piste, Le Tremplin boasts a lively terrace that catches the afternoon sun and overlooks the final run into town. From 4 pm daily, DJs and live musicians bring the party atmosphere, playing everything from rock and funk to house. Dancing in ski boots? Absolutely encouraged.
Le Bec Jaune
For something more relaxed, Le Bec Jaune pairs beers brewed on site with an Asian-influenced food menu.
Le Coup de Cœur
Across from La Chamade, Le Coup de Cœur is the Thorens family’s wine bar. A glass here makes for an ideal prelude to dinner or a quieter alternative to the busier après-ski terraces.
Bar Robinson
One of the oldest bars in Morzine, affectionately known as “Robbo’s,” this no-frills venue is famed for its strong local beer, Mützig.
Le Crépu
Located in the town square, Le Crépu offers chalet-style charm with its wooden interior and lively atmosphere. Renovated in 2019, it features an expanded terrace and often hosts live music, sports screenings, and DJ sets.
Tibetan Café
Recently refurbished but still full of character, the Tibetan Café is a vibrant après and evening venue with nightly DJs and a mixed-age crowd that keeps the dance floor buzzing. It’s one of the best places in town to enjoy a dance and a good laugh with fellow revellers.
Laury’s Bar
Morzine’s answer to a speakeasy, Laury’s is a stylish cocktail lounge just off the Mairie roundabout. Expect expertly crafted cocktails, table service and a sophisticated crowd. Regular live entertainment and comedy nights make this a favourite for those wanting a touch of class.
Cavern Bar
Self-proclaimed as the liveliest bar in Morzine, Cavern is an underground party den open from 4 pm to 2 am. From après-ski to full-on late-night sessions, expect a packed dance floor, excellent live bands, happy hour drinks and seven self-pour beer taps. The fun starts early and only ramps up from there.
Stay in Morzine
Fondue in the village, dinner prepared in your chalet, or cocktails after skiing: Morzine offers plenty of ways to spend an evening. Explore our luxury chalets in Morzine and let our team help plan your stay, from restaurant reservations to activities in the Portes du Soleil.
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