Kathy’s Guidebook to Local Favorites
My Favorite Restaurants in Onex
The restaurants below are all conveniently located within 5 minutes from our home (either walking or by the 14 tram).
A cute little Thai restaurant in the heart of Onex Village. A 3-minute walk from home.
La Table des Artisans - Restaurant Thaï
14 Rue Gaudy-Le-FortA cute little Thai restaurant in the heart of Onex Village. A 3-minute walk from home.
Great Italian restaurant that's just across the street on the main road (Route de Chancy) and has reasonably priced menu.
56 locals recommend
La Ferme
1078 Rte du Col des AravisGreat Italian restaurant that's just across the street on the main road (Route de Chancy) and has reasonably priced menu.
The best pizza in Geneva! From "Onex-Salle Communale", take the 14 tram towards Gare Cornavin and get off at the 3rd stop, called "Petit Lancy Place".
Petite Vendée
20 Chem. de la VendéeThe best pizza in Geneva! From "Onex-Salle Communale", take the 14 tram towards Gare Cornavin and get off at the 3rd stop, called "Petit Lancy Place".
Located inside the "Lancy Centre" shopping mall. It's good for reasonably takeaway sushi and cooked Japanese bento boxes.
Wasabi Sushi Petit-Lancy
71 Route de ChancyLocated inside the "Lancy Centre" shopping mall. It's good for reasonably takeaway sushi and cooked Japanese bento boxes.
Café de la Poste Onex
135 Rte de ChancyFine Swiss-French dining with both indoor and outdoor seating.
Restaurant Furnaces Of Manège
127 Rte de ChancyExquisite dining experience with lovely views of Onex Equestrian Club.
My Favorite Restaurants in the City
We LOVE to eat and have so many restaurant recommendations. This is a very short list of what Geneva has to offer. Let me know if you have something specific in mind and I'll be happy to make a personalized recommendation.
Inglewood Plainpalais
44 Bd du Pont-d'ArveGreat burgers and casual dining atmosphere!
Yummy Japanese ramen. They don't take reservations and are usually always full, so make sure to arrive early to get a table.
13 locals recommend
Umamido
63 Bd Carl-VogtYummy Japanese ramen. They don't take reservations and are usually always full, so make sure to arrive early to get a table.
Lovely Indian restaurant with great vegetarian options. Tip: book via TheFork.com and get a 30-50% discount.
Restaurant Le Safran
62 Bd Carl-VogtLovely Indian restaurant with great vegetarian options. Tip: book via TheFork.com and get a 30-50% discount.
El Catrín
7 Rue de RichemontFun Mexican place with delicious tacos.
This place is now called, "Entre Homard & Cote". It a must try for lobster lovers - our favorite place in the world for lobster. They also have an amazing brunch on Sundays (very reasonably priced for Geneva).
11 locals recommend
Entre Homard&Côte
6 Rue de ZurichThis place is now called, "Entre Homard & Cote". It a must try for lobster lovers - our favorite place in the world for lobster. They also have an amazing brunch on Sundays (very reasonably priced for Geneva).
A cool place to hang out by the lake and grab lunch or fondue dinner. Cheap lunch plates M-F and good fondue at night. Check availability for the fondue by calling beforehand.
365 locals recommend
Bains des Paquis
30 Quai du Mont-BlancA cool place to hang out by the lake and grab lunch or fondue dinner. Cheap lunch plates M-F and good fondue at night. Check availability for the fondue by calling beforehand.
One of the few places open 7 days/week. Wonderful for pasta, pizza, and large salads. Great for casual family meals!
108 locals recommend
Luigia
24a Rue Adrien-LachenalOne of the few places open 7 days/week. Wonderful for pasta, pizza, and large salads. Great for casual family meals!
If you can manage to get a table, this is the most authentic Japanese restaurant in Geneva.
7 locals recommend
Kakinuma
3 Rue Henri-BlanvaletIf you can manage to get a table, this is the most authentic Japanese restaurant in Geneva.
Nice place to have a traditional Swiss fondue. Located in the heart of Geneva's Old Town.
31 locals recommend
Armures
Rue du Soleil-LevantNice place to have a traditional Swiss fondue. Located in the heart of Geneva's Old Town.
One of the best "cheap eats" in the city. They only have one dish on the menu, but it's good! This is the place to go for roasted chicken, fries, and salad.
78 locals recommend
Chez ma Cousine
6 Pl. du Bourg-de-FourOne of the best "cheap eats" in the city. They only have one dish on the menu, but it's good! This is the place to go for roasted chicken, fries, and salad.
If you love cheese and want the full Swiss experience, this is the right place.
18 locals recommend
Auberge de Savièse
20 Rue des PâquisIf you love cheese and want the full Swiss experience, this is the right place.
Ultra cute cafe/restaurant with a great view of the lake and Jet d'Eau. Enjoy a lazy morning coffee or reserve for lunchtime tapas. The location has an interesting history: https://www.cottagecafe.ch/en/home/
27 locals recommend
Cottage Café
7 Rue Adhémar-FabriUltra cute cafe/restaurant with a great view of the lake and Jet d'Eau. Enjoy a lazy morning coffee or reserve for lunchtime tapas. The location has an interesting history: https://www.cottagecafe.ch/en/home/
Bars
Casa Tiki
11 Rue du VélodromeFun tropical vibe.
Atelier Cocktail Club
11 Rue Henri-BlanvaletVery popular and maybe a bit loud.
Bottle Brothers - Grand Bottle
12 Rue Henri-BlanvaletVery popular and maybe a bit loud.
Le Verre a Monique
19 Rue des SavoisesSuper chic and more on the romantic side.
Tropical Corner
5 - 9 Quai de ColognyPerfect for cold beers and hanging out by the lake.
MET Rooftop Lounge
34 Quai du Général-GuisanUnbeatable views while sipping your cocktail!
Coffee Houses & Tearooms
terrible children
24 Rue Prévost-MartinA unique little place.
Boréal Coffee Shop Stand (GE)
60 Rue du StandJust 1 of 3 locations around the city.
Just across the street on the main road (Route de Chancy) and great from a quick coffee break, sandwiches, and Swiss pastries.
Boulangerie Patisserie Tea room of Onex
130 Rte de ChancyJust across the street on the main road (Route de Chancy) and great from a quick coffee break, sandwiches, and Swiss pastries.
Good for coffee/tea during the day and beer/cocktails at night. Service is friendly, but slow.
18 locals recommend
Qafé Guidoline
24 Rue des PâquisGood for coffee/tea during the day and beer/cocktails at night. Service is friendly, but slow.
Gorgeous way to spend an afternoon high tea. Advance booking required.
6 locals recommend
Hotel d'Angleterre Geneva
17 Quai du Mont-BlancGorgeous way to spend an afternoon high tea. Advance booking required.
Aux Merveilleux de Fred Genève
9 Rdpt de PlainpalaisThe best brioche and meringues in town.
Things To Do On a Sunday
There is so much to see and do in Geneva. Below is only a short list of activities in Onex, which are all within walking distance.
For things to do in the city center, here are my favorite quick guides:
https://www.geneve.com/en/explore-geneva/
https://www.readysetjetset.net/travel/11-things-to-do-in-geneva-switzerland
https://www.kevinandamanda.com/top-10-things-geneva-switzerland/
Onex, marché
Fresh local produce at the outdoor Onex Farmers Market every Sunday 8 am - 2 pm.
Feed the animals or go on a pony ride (Wednesday, Saturday, Sunday). Just a 10-minute walk from our place.
La Gavotte
138 Chem. des VerjusFeed the animals or go on a pony ride (Wednesday, Saturday, Sunday). Just a 10-minute walk from our place.
Park Evaux
110 Chem. François-ChavazCountless activities and events: http://www.evaux.ch
Zipline through tree tops at this fun adventure park for kids and adults! Pricing and schedule: http://parcaventuregeneve.com/en
9 locals recommend
Geneva Adventure Park
110 Chem. François-ChavazZipline through tree tops at this fun adventure park for kids and adults! Pricing and schedule: http://parcaventuregeneve.com/en
This is a must-visit for families. The park is just beautiful. You'll find an amazing playground, splash pool, and free zoo. It's a 5-minute drive or 8 minutes on the 14 Tram line from the house.
17 locals recommend
Bâtie Woods
Chemin de la BâtieThis is a must-visit for families. The park is just beautiful. You'll find an amazing playground, splash pool, and free zoo. It's a 5-minute drive or 8 minutes on the 14 Tram line from the house.