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    Chez Philippe

    3.2 (22 reviews)
    PriceyBarbeque, Bars
    Closed 12:00 pm - 3:00 PM, 7:00 PM - 11:30 PM

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    Classy
    Good for groups

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    George F.

    Service was not up to par. Other tables were served before us. Food was mediocre compared to others we have had in Switzerland. Desserts were above average.

    Don F.

    As we have spent our time in Geneva, we have had the joy of dining in some pretty fancy and unique restaurants. Many that have there own twist on there chosen cuisine. Been an experience. So our friends invited us to what is claimed to be an New York steakhouse. I thought ok, this may be interesting. I mean I have spent some time in New York steak houses. I may consider myself an expert. So we arrive at Chez Phillips at around 9 pm, normal dinner time in Europe, and took the elevator to the second floor. Joined our party that was already seated and started our dining experience. I must say that the waiter was very funny. I just wish I could have seen him more. The service was very much below average. We ordered a fantastic bottle of Anne Gros Richebourg. The wine was stunning and I would have ordered 3 bottles but we couldn't get our server to pour. Very slow. I ordered shrimp New York style, says that on the menu, and chicken. Everyone else ordered steaks. My shrimp were ok. Small. Not New York style by any means. My chicken was very dry and the sauce was very salty. Not so good. My friend received his steak and could not cut it with a Knife. Was horrible. Then the server suggested that it was the knife not the steak. Not a good answer. The one thing that stood out other then the richebourg, who can screw up that wine, was the desert. Everyone enjoyed it very much. So to bring it all together, I would not go back. Location is nice, the facility was great. No views, no people watching but more important no great service and no great food. I hope they get it fixed.

    Sunny Y.

    My group and I were incredibly excited to eat at our first Michelin-rated restaurant in Europe, but the entire experience at Chez Philippe was wholly disappointing from start to finish. To start, we were coldly and tersely greeted when we walked in, making us feel like as if we didn't belong even though we had a reservation (the general demographic at the restaurant was much older than my group's age). After we were seated, it took our waiter 13 minutes to come by to ask for our drink order, then another 9 minutes to actually bring us our order. When we were ordering, the waiter appeared visibly annoyed at our lack of understanding of the menu and provided zero value in his answers to our questions. When we were close to finishing our meal, we realized that our waiter had actually left and we had to walk to the front to get the host to help us with checking out. As for the food, it wasn't bad, but certainly nothing of note especially given this restaurant's status as a Michelin-rated restaurant. My medium-rare filet was flavorful, but certainly left much to be desired given my origins as a Texan. Also, it was funny to see all of the New York references in the menu and decor of the restaurant - I would recommend the owners if this place to try to craft its unique character rather than trying to be something from another place.

    Japanese Kobe wagyu and angus ribeye beef
    Raymond P.

    The sambal chicken is pretty good for asian food standard.. Not that spicy.. Ke jaoanese kobe beef always amazing so no need to worry about.. The ribeye beef is a bit overcooked so they have to redo again.. Tuna tartare for appetizer is moderate..

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    Ambiance is great. Staff seems tired though. Food is great. Just feels right. Beef tartare was good and so the liver pate.

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    The Leopard Room Bar and Lounge

    The Leopard Room Bar and Lounge

    3.8(11 reviews)
    0.8 km
    $$$$

    Offset from the bar is a cigar lounge which is of considerable repute. The cigar selection was…read moremeager and a Montecristo No. 4(?) cost $46. There is a review saying that the prices are decent but I think anyone coming from the US will find this exorbitant. There is a large cocktail menu which does feature a pretty good selection of drinks, though at a $24 entry point for low-end whiskies and bourbons and into the $30s and $40s for anything that feels baseline appropriate to drink with an expensive cigar. The atmosphere for the first 30 minutes (say, 9:30pm to 10:00pm) was relaxing but then a large group came and commandeered basically every free table/chair in the small room. There are 3 distinct seating arrangements in a room with a seating capacity of maybe 18 people. Members of the group were wearing outfits mixed with athleisure wear and talking on cell phones. Then there another slob showed up separately and kept pivoting around the humorously cramped room eyeing everyone up and talking about how he wanted to turn the illuminated exit sign off. The branding and prices suggest one atmosphere, but staff seemed to welcome and accommodate a completely different atmosphere. It's hard to encourage others to spend what is nearly a $100 minimum if there is no protection against the room turning into a party thrown by the international fraternity. I'm all for revelry, just would expect a more delicate experience at this price point.

    We had a great experience when Justin was working. I was giving this place 5 stars based on that…read more But we came back again twice more. The second night the service was excellent as well. A gentleman took our coats and umbrella, and without us realizing it, he had them brought to our room. What service! On the last night, the host sat us in a main an area where people were walking in front of us. It wasn't pleasant. He said there wasn't space in the cozier areas, but then came back later, after we were all settled and said he could move us. By that time, we were not going to pick up and move. He then pretty much ignored us. But I digress.... It really is a spectacular place. Justin made the BEST drinks. You also get a great set up for appetizers included. When we came for after dinner drinks the first night, we got a great plate of macarons and fruit. The next two nights we got only macarons... I say "only"... but they were wonderful, and went well with our port. The woman that was singing did a nice job and created a nice clubby vibe as we sipped our drinks. On the nights we sat in the main area, we had wonderful seats near the fireplace. It was a great end to wonderful days touring. The prices are high, but you expect that in Geneva in a nice hotel.

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    Mambo

    4.3(4 reviews)
    0.8 km
    $$

    I came here for a glocals Friday night party and thoroughly enjoyed my time at the bar on the 2nd…read morelevel but less so on the 1st. The barman was supremely talented and put on a show for every cocktail he made. I was spellbound. I had a strawberry mojito that was simply delectable. The sound system on the 2nd level is excellent; you can feel the sound reverberating throughout your body and the DJ played some songs I really like. The dance floor is on the 1st level and I had a difficult time enjoying myself because the DJ on this level was playing very outdated songs. I get very annoyed when a DJ doesn't know how to feel the crowd and everyone was on the dance floor wanting to dance the night away but they were hardly moving because the music wasn't good. I give this place a 4 because I really enjoyed the 2nd level and the drinks, but I wouldn't come here to go dancing.

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