Dining in Les Houches
A short drive or stroll from the chalet.
Gandhi
A warm, family-run Indian restaurant in the St Antoine area of Les Houches, open since 2011. The menu spans classic curries, tandoor-cooked meats, and a generous vegetarian selection, all made with care under chef Ganesh Dewasi. A nice change of pace from alpine fare, and equally good for a sit-down dinner or a takeaway back to the chalet.
La Table des Granges
The restaurant at the Deep Nature spa resort, Les Granges d'en Haut, with a 140m² terrace looking straight out at the Mont Blanc massif. The kitchen serves refined, seasonal bistronomy — a lovely way to extend a spa afternoon into a relaxed dinner, or simply a scenic lunch on its own. Cosy by the fireplace in winter, and one of the best views over dinner in the whole valley.
La Tour de Pizz'
A cosy, family-run Italian pizzeria right at the foot of the Bellevue cable car. Wood-fired pizzas, fresh pasta, and a very good tiramisu, served in a warm, wood-panelled dining room or as takeaway. Popular with locals as well as visitors, so it's worth booking ahead, especially in peak season.
La Chavanne
Set right on Les Houches' main square (Place de la Mairie), inside the Hôtel La Chavanne. A relaxed restaurant and bar serving traditional Savoyard dishes and daily chef's suggestions, with a terrace that's a nice spot to watch village life go by. An easy, central choice when you want a straightforward meal without heading further afield.
RockyPop
The playful, easy-going restaurant and bar at the RockyPop hotel, with two terraces looking out over the mountains. Expect gourmet burgers, wood-fired pizza cooked in an on-site truck, and a fun, laid-back atmosphere that works well with kids in tow. A good option when you want something casual and crowd-pleasing.
Le Solerey
Les Houches' own microbrewery and smokehouse, with craft beer brewed on site and a menu built around slow-smoked meats, ribs, and brisket, plus solid vegetarian and vegan options. The terrace is one of the best in the village for uninterrupted Mont Blanc views. A relaxed spot for a beer and a hearty meal after a day outdoors.
Kitsch Inn
A retro, family-friendly bar and restaurant right behind the Bellevue cable car, decked out in vintage ski memorabilia and 70s flair. Known for its burgers — including a black truffle version — alongside comfort food, wine, beer, and house-made cocktails. Live music runs most evenings through the winter season, and often through summer too, with a big sunny terrace right at the foot of the pistes.
Dining in Chamonix Centre
A 10–15 minute drive from Les Houches.
Albert 1er
A Chamonix institution since 1903, still run by the same family six generations on, and holder of a Michelin star. Chef Damien Leveau's menu draws on Savoie and Piedmont traditions, using produce from the restaurant's own herb garden alongside local game, fish, and cheese. This is the choice for a truly special occasion — book well in advance, as tables are hard to come by.
Le Matafan
The elegant restaurant of the 5-star Hôtel Mont-Blanc, built around a central fireplace beneath a glass roof, with garden and pool views facing the massif. Chef Mickey Bourdillat — who trained under a 2-Michelin-star chef at Albert 1er — brings a refined, produce-driven menu that draws on the Alps, the Aosta Valley, and the Mediterranean, changing every two weeks. A polished choice for a special night out, with a lounge bar and live music alongside.
La Cabane des Praz
A Finnish-style log chalet right on the edge of the Chamonix golf course in Les Praz, with a fireplace inside and terraces looking out to the Mont Blanc massif on one side and the Brévent and Flégère on the other. Maître Restaurateur–awarded, refined cooking built around fresh, local produce — Reblochon nems, scallop risotto, seven-hour lamb shoulder, Savoyard fondue, and hot-stone beef alongside an excellent wine list. A grandiose, romantic setting, especially for lunch on the terrace.
Le Carrousel
A festive brasserie and bar lounge right in the town centre, with a bright, wood-toned, vintage-tinged dining room and a south-facing terrace looking straight at Mont Blanc. The kitchen serves generous, French bistro cooking with international touches — fondue, pierrade, and classic brasserie dishes — alongside cocktails and a tapas-style aperitif at the end of the day. Open all year, continuous service through summer, with a lively, sociable atmosphere that runs late.
Le Monchu
A Chamonix fixture since 1972, built from parts of an old Savoyard farmhouse and filled with rustic knick-knacks and open fireplaces. The kitchen specialises in raclette and fondue cooked over an open flame, alongside hearty bistro classics. Big, characterful, and well suited to groups — expect a lively atmosphere and generous portions.
L'Atmosphère
Perched above the Arve river with a light-filled veranda looking out over the water and the Aiguille du Midi. The menu focuses on refined French cuisine with seasonal, local ingredients, and the desserts here — profiteroles especially — have a loyal following. A lovely choice for a relaxed but slightly more special dinner.
Casa Nonna
A lively Italian-Alpine restaurant and bar inside the Les Aiglons hotel, with a terrace that opens onto gardens and Mont Blanc views. The food leans into playful, generous Alpine-Italian dishes — tartiflette with guanciale, house panettone, and shareable plates built for a festive atmosphere. Good for a relaxed group dinner with a bit of buzz.
Munchie
One of Chamonix's longest-running restaurants, open since 1997 and still going strong on Rue des Moulins. Known for vibrant, globally inspired dishes with an Asian influence, served family-style on medium plates meant for sharing. Trendy, popular, and busy even in low season — always worth booking ahead.
Mumma
A small, buzzy neo-bistrot on Rue Whymper serving borderless Pan-Asian fusion — Japanese, Korean, and South American influences collide in inventive small plates designed for sharing, alongside natural wines, saké, and cocktails. Moody, modern décor and an open kitchen make it a lively, sociable spot; it's popular and reservations are recommended (by phone, up to 10 days ahead), though some tables are held back for walk-ins.
Rose du Pont
A striking all-pink Art Nouveau café-restaurant right on Place Balmat, overlooking the Arve river with balcony views of Mont Blanc. By day it's a café and pâtisserie; by evening it turns into a lively brasserie serving classic French and Savoyard dishes — fondue, tartiflette, and a raw bar with oysters and langoustine — alongside beautiful house-made desserts from the owner, a trained pastry chef. A memorable spot as much for the setting as the food.
Le Cap Horn
A striking multi-level restaurant on Rue des Moulins, one of Chamonix's oldest streets, with a split-level dining room, vaulted ceilings, and a riverside terrace looking straight at the Aiguilles du Mont Blanc. The menu blends French, Japanese, and international influences — seafood and sushi take centre stage alongside Savoyard specialities, backed by a 450-bottle wine cellar. In winter, it turns lively after dinner with a DJ and a club downstairs; in summer, it's all about the terrace.
HC Restaurant
A stylish spot known for its rooftop terrace and a shared-plates concept built around good, honest cooking — steaks in particular get consistent praise, alongside a genuinely strong wine list. Reviewers love it for the friendly, attentive service and the easy, sociable atmosphere it strikes even on special-occasion nights.
L'Index
A former 1930s crémerie tucked in the Bois du Bouchet, reborn as a bistronomic restaurant and cultural venue with live concerts and events through the season. L'Index is built entirely around local sourcing — every dish uses 100% local, seasonal ingredients from farms and producers across the valley, in an ever-changing menu inspired by traditional grandmother-style French cooking. A short walk from the centre, with a peaceful, countryside feel and a genuinely committed farm-to-table ethos.
On the Mountain
Reachable by ski, lift, or on foot — worth the detour.
Les Vieilles Luges
Tucked into an authentic alpine farmhouse built in 1750, just off the blue run below the Maison Neuve chairlift. The cosy, wood-fired interior and sweeping valley views make it one of the most atmospheric lunch stops in Les Houches. Expect hearty Savoyard classics like lamb shank and fondue, and note that tables book out fast — reserve well ahead.
La Fré Mi
A sun-soaked, south-facing terrace at 1580m with sweeping views over the Chamonix valley. The kitchen leans into traditional Savoyard comfort food — think potato fritters, tartiflette, and the classic croûte au fromage. A relaxed, easy-going spot that's well set up for groups, with 4x4 pick-up available from the Maison Neuve parking lot on request.
Le Hors-Pistes
A large, newly built chalet-style restaurant sitting right on the piste near the Verte and Kandahar runs, with a big sun terrace looking out over the valley. It's a popular spot to break for lunch or a hot chocolate between runs, with a mix of brasserie classics and Savoyard staples like tartiflette. Busy and lively — booking ahead is a good idea, especially at peak lunchtime.
La Bergerie de Planpraz
At 2,000m on the Brévent, right at the Planpraz gondola arrival, with a south-facing terrace looking straight across at the Mont Blanc massif — arguably the best view of the whole range from anywhere in the valley. A proper sit-down dining room upstairs (wood-fired, Savoie-meets-Italy menu) and a quicker self-service counter below for sandwiches, tartiflette, and crêpes. Reachable by gondola from central Chamonix. Note: mountain restaurant hours are weather- and season-dependent — worth checking it's open before heading up.
Chalet Refuge de Lognan
A hidden-away mountain hut in the Grands Montets area above Argentière, at 2,032m with views over the Argentière glacier — for off-piste skiers, reached via the black runs from the top of the Grands Montets or a cat-track from the mid-station. Rustic and authentic, known for its croûte (bread baked with local cheese and white wine) and homemade génépi. Cash only — no card machine. Note: this is a remote, off-piste destination and opening is weather- and conditions-dependent — check it's open (and reachable) before setting out, and book ahead in high season.
Take Away
Easy options to bring back and enjoy fireside.
Gandhi
The same warm, family-run Indian restaurant listed under Les Houches dining also does a full takeaway menu — curries, tandoor-cooked meats, and a generous vegetarian selection, packed up to enjoy back at the chalet. A comfortable bar area is available if you'd rather wait for your order on site.
La Fresh Manufacture
A cosy takeaway spot right next door to Gandhi, serving homemade kebabs, tacos, and pizzas with halal veal and turkey. Fries, drinks, and ice cream round out the menu, and there's a small seating area at the back if you'd rather eat in.
La Tour de Pizz'
The same family-run pizzeria by the Bellevue cable car listed under Les Houches dining also does takeaway — wood-fired pizzas, fresh pasta, and a well-loved tiramisu, ready to collect and bring home. Worth ordering ahead in busy periods.
ELA Chamonix
A cosy takeaway spot doing fast, healthy food inspired by Greece, Turkey, and the Eastern Mediterranean — wraps, salads, rice bowls, falafel, and shawarma, all made in-house from their own bread to their sauces. A great change of pace from alpine fare, and well suited to picking up on the way back from Chamonix. Open daily, 11:00–18:00.
Annapurna
The valley's original Indian restaurant, serving Chamonix since 1992 with a devoted following for its tandoori dishes, spicy curries, and thali platters. Everything on the menu is available to take away, and they can adjust the spice level to taste — a good order if you want a proper kick after a day in the cold.
Thaï To Go
A cosy, family-run Thai takeaway near the train station, with everything made in-house — pad thai, tom yum, fresh spring rolls, and rich coconut soups. Small shop, big flavour, and reliably good value for Chamonix.
Cool Cats
A Chamonix classic on Rue des Moulins, and one of the best hot dogs you'll find anywhere — homemade sausages (or a vegan option), fresh-baked bread from the local baker, and a long list of inventive topping combos, from Korean-style kimchi to apple and blue cheese. Good either as a takeaway back to the chalet, or to sit and eat at their own little courtyard tables outside, sometimes with live music. Small spot, so it can get busy — worth expecting a short wait at peak times.
In-Chalet Private Chef
Restaurant-quality dining, served at home.
Le Délice — Chris & Fi
Formerly a restaurant in Les Houches, Le Délice's owners Chris and Fi now offer private catering and a private chef service, bringing the same fresh, seasonal cooking directly to your chalet. Past clients have praised the catering for special occasions, singling out home-smoked salmon and beef, and a well-loved white chocolate cheesecake among the desserts.
Jenna May Food
Chef Jenna Beaugey has been cooking for private clients since 2006, moving to Chamonix in 2015. She offers full chalet catering — breakfasts, canapés, and multi-course evening meals — built around fresh, seasonal, simply prepared food, with menus tailored to each group's tastes and dietary needs. Repeat clients and corporate references (including catering for the White Desert Antarctica camp) speak to her reliability under pressure.
Prémices
A private-chef booking platform matching Chamonix chalets with vetted chefs for everything from an intimate dinner to a full après-ski evening. You describe your group, dietary needs, and occasion, and the chef handles the shopping, cooking, and service. Reviewed clients have named specific chefs — Stuart, Marina, and Tom among them — as professional and attentive.
Après-Ski
Downtown Chamonix, for when the lifts close and the night's just getting started.
Bar'Dup
Chamonix's self-declared "number 1 party bar," tucked at the end of Rue des Moulins — dark, noisy, and a world away from the swankier bars along the same street. Think surfboards on the walls, a pool table, live music and DJs, and power hours that run daily. No food served on-site, but takeaway from nearby spots is welcome inside. A solid pick for a loud, laid-back start to the evening downtown.
Kitsch Inn
A retro, family-friendly bar and restaurant right behind the Bellevue cable car in Les Houches, decked out in vintage ski memorabilia and 1970s flair. It's a proper après-ski hangout — a big sunny terrace for a drink straight off the slopes, and live music most evenings through the winter (and often in summer too). Relaxed and unpretentious, with a good range of wines, beers, and house-made cocktails.
La Folie Douce Terrace
The most famous mountain-clubbing terrace in the Alps, right by the Aiguille du Midi cable car. From late afternoon it builds into a full-on party — live performers, aerial artists, singers, and DJs, with everyone up dancing on the tables by the end. Signature cocktails and light bites keep things going, all with a backdrop of panoramic mountain views. Free entry, no reservation needed — just turn up for the energy of a festival with the charm of the Alps.
Farm to Table Shopping
Fresh, local produce bought directly from the farmers who make it — cheese, yoghurt, meat, and more, straight from the source in the valley.
Fromagerie des Croets Mastins
A small farm shop in Les Houches selling sheep's-milk products made on-site — yoghurts, fresh cheeses, faisselle, and tommettes, all direct from the farmer with none of the middlemen.
Ferme du Mont Blanc
A well-stocked farm shop just two minutes from the church in Les Houches, open daily. Cheese, cured sausages, honey, fresh eggs, and a good range of other local produce — a great one-stop for stocking up on the way back to the chalet.
Coopérative Fruitière en Val d'Arly Savoie Mont-Blanc
A farmer-owned dairy cooperative, run since 1969 by around 80 local milk producers between Lake Annecy and the Mont-Blanc valley. Milk is collected daily from their farms and made into Reblochon, Beaufort, Tomme, and Raclette de Savoie at their workshops in Flumet — sold direct through their own shops, including this one in central Chamonix. As well as their own cheeses, the shop stocks cured meats, Savoie wines, and other regional produce.
Chamonix Market
The valley's biggest weekly market, filling Place du Mont-Blanc with local producers — cheese, cured meats, seasonal fruit and vegetables, honey, bread, and flowers, alongside clothing and crafts. Runs all year round.
Les Houches Market
A smaller, village-style producers' market on the main square in Les Houches — fruit and veg sellers, cheesemongers, spices and herbs, a rotisserie stand, and local crafts. A lovely, low-key alternative to the bigger Chamonix market, and an easy stop if you're already in the village. Summer season only.