Fondue fever

La Calèche’s remarkable story begins in 1946 with its founder, Pépé Luc. His son, Jeannot, the legendary “Snow Acrobat,” was even spotted by Walt Disney himself (yes, really). And if there were ever a mountain-themed restaurant worthy of Disney, it would surely be La Calèche. Everything’s here: the old-fashioned stove that hasn’t aged a day, the gleaming copperware lovingly collected over the years, century-old wooden skis, and even a 1924 Olympic bobsleigh. The walls are lined with vintage posters and photographs of the Compagnie des Guides — the wallpaper is almost completely hidden beneath them. A true mountain attraction, right down to the fondue pot.

In the heart of Chamonix, Malabar Princess serves fondue with extra panache. Here, cheese reigns supreme and Savoyard tradition is elevated to haute couture. Voted best fondue in the highly sought-after Toquicimes competition, the homemade Fondue Savoyarde bears a signature that makes connoisseurs' mouths water: that of three-Michelin-starred chef Emmanuel Renaut.

The result? A fondue in the town centre, yes — but with the DNA of a mountain peak.

Ideal for those who love their fondue... with stars.

A picture-postcard setting, but with a sleek, modern spin on the alpine chalet. Refined design, soft lighting, and an effortlessly chic atmosphere. Le Café Comptoir seamlessly blends styles—traditional and contemporary—and we’re all for it.
At lunchtime, it’s straight off the slope that links the Col de Balme to Vallorcine to claim a terrace seat draped with fauxfur throws. In the evening, it’s dinner for two by candlelight: reimagined Italian classics and their signature showtime fondue flambéed with Armagnac. And afterwards? Don’t be surprised if the night melts into a DJ set beneath discoball antlers.

Le Frometon is Chamonix’s best-known hidden gem. Head to the lobby of the Heliopic Hotel & Spa and look for the mock coldroom door. Step through, and you’ll find yourself in the maturing cellar of Pierre Gay, MOF (Meilleur Ouvrier de France), where around fifty exceptional cheese wheels rest in perfect peace. Tempting, yes — but hold your appetite a moment longer… One more step through the cracked brick wall, and legend has it you’ve entered the scene of a fabled cheese heist by fondue-mad gangsters.
You’ve arrived. The retro dairy is a secret restaurant serving three sensational fondues, each expertly blended by Pierre Gay. Simply divine.