The Lyonnais «bouchon» decorated in Art Nouveau has been in the hands of the Farina family for more than 20 years. Besides bistro classic, Le Bœuf Rouge also serves fish from Lake Geneva. Daily set menus cost between 19 francs and 30 francs.

6. Chez Philippe, Passage des Lions Rue du Rhône 8

Rue du Rhone is Geneva's main banking thoroughfare – which means restaurants in the adjacent streets cater to a pale, male, stale benchmark. Chez Philippe, styled as an old-school New York steakhouse, serves up rare Kobe grilled beef. The restaurant also offers a selection of oysters for those who want to avoid smoke red meat. The daily set menu runs 39 francs.

7. Monna Isa, 8, place du Bourg-de-Four

A stone's throw from the Palais de justice, Monna Isa enjoys an impeccable reputation among Geneva's bankers. The three-storied establishment includes a restaurant, a gourmet grocer focused on Italian delicacies, and a wine bar. The latter, run by sommelier Isabella Paladini, is embedded into vaulted archways. Daily menus run between 30 francs and 58 francs.

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