Café de Paris - Chez Boubier

Café de Paris – Chez Boubier in Geneva offers an unforgettable dining experience with its iconic Entrecôte Café de Paris. The perfectly cooked steak, paired with the rich, aromatic butter sauce, is the star of the show. The classic Parisian ambiance adds to the charm, and the attentive service ensures a memorable meal. While it’s a bit on the pricier side, the quality and tradition make it well worth the visit. A must-try for steak lovers!

It’s really just ok. For a restaurant that only have one dish, we waited 45 mins to get served the meat, and it’s not sizzling hot so really don’t understand why it took so long for the kitchen to get ready. The meat is the French type of thin cut steak, and honestly very overcooked for medium. The garlic butter and the salad is probably the better part but just what you expect. If you like thick cut of steak this would really let you down. The servers are fine.

Living in Geneva, Café de Paris is one of those places I always recommend to friends visiting the city — and for good reason. The entrecôte is consistently amazing: perfectly tender, juicy, and served with that famous buttery sauce and golden fries. Simple, classic, and done right every single time. The restaurant itself is small and always busy, so a reservation is a must, even for locals. It can feel a bit crowded, but the service is fast and efficient, and they keep things moving without rushing you. It’s also super conveniently located near Cornavin station, which makes it easy whether you’re coming by train or car (you can just park at the station). Even after living here for years, I still go back — it’s a Geneva institution for a reason.

Disappointing dining experience. I feel compelled to share my recent experience at this restaurant in Geneva, as it was far from pleasant. The service was unexpectedly impolite and unprofessional. Firstly, when I asked for still water, the waiter seemed to pressure me into ordering champagne instead, which felt inappropriate. Later, I requested mayonnaise, only to be told it wouldn’t be provided because it’s “all chemical.” This response was both confusing and unhelpful. The most frustrating moment came when we received our bill and attempted to pay at the cashier. A staff member opened the door for us, assuming we were leaving without paying, and another waiter made a comment in French: “only if they pay.” This assumption was not only rude but also disrespectful. Overall, the lack of courtesy and professionalism made this dinner experience highly disappointing. I hope the restaurant takes feedback seriously to improve its service.

Positioned amidst a backdrop of urban construction and bustling foot traffic, this restaurant strives to create a distinct dining experience, despite the chaotic surroundings. The outdoor seating, while initially off-putting due to its proximity to a busy, reconstruction-ridden street, is somewhat salvaged by the thoughtful installation of glass barriers. These do provide a degree of separation, although the atmosphere still hints at the ongoing commotion outside. The culinary offerings were a mixed bag. The fries, while acceptable, lacked distinction. They were overly soft and under-salted, failing to leave a memorable impression. The meat, commendable in quality, arrived at our table undercooked—raw with a purple-red hue. This necessitated an additional wait for proper cooking, so be advised of that in advance. The much talked-about secret sauce was decent, complementing the beef adequately, though it didn’t quite live up to its hype. It was enjoyable, but not extraordinary enough to be a compelling reason for a return visit. Service, on the other hand, was commendable given the high volume of patrons. The staff were pleasant and attentive, managing to meet our needs with a warm demeanor. The food arrived at a reasonable pace, though considering the limited menu, a quicker delivery would have been preferable. In conclusion, while there were some notable aspects, the overall experience was somewhat marred by the environment and the inconsistencies in food preparation. The restaurant shows promise, particularly in its quality of meat and service, but there is room for improvement in other areas.

Returned this Sunday for lunch... and honestly... the best beef I ever had... ever. Quality, Perseverance, Craftsmanship. That's what this team does, day-by-day, its to be recognized and honored!

They serve only one dish: steak frites - entrecote with their famous butter sauce and fries. The restaurant is populated with a myriad of small tables that can be put together for larger parties, but it fills up fast. Sit down, order your beverage and how well you want your steak. They bring a small salad, and then the main course, a tray of the beef lathered in the seasoned butter placed a top a chaffing warmer to keep the butter warm. Best to order medium and enjoy the beef and let it warm over a bit if you prefer it slightly more well done. A classic. 2025 edit. After trying this dish in various different restaurants, found that the origins still the best. 5 stars.

The food was amazing. Just necessary to understand, that the restaurant offers just entrecôte as the main dish only. I saw people leaving, as they didn't follow the policy. The French food and style is an excellent experience even in Geneva, as the influence on the Swiss and European cuisine makes it unique. I had a bottle of Swiss white wine Petite Arvine produced in the canton of Valais and as a desert chocolate fondant. The wine was very nice, the desert delicious (close to sticky toffee pudding, if I could compare it). The service could be a bit better. When I came into the restaurant, a gentleman was serving someone, but tried to speak to me too. I wasn't so much in hurry, so no need to interrupt his communication with other guests. Actually, another gentleman asked me, if the first one wasn't free to speak to me. I politely asked the other gentlemen, if he spoke English, just not to be automatically starting in English. I got the feeling, that he was a bit cheeky, that I don't speak French. Well, I tried to communicate the best, English is not my first language either, but my French is just some basic words, so it was easier to speak English. I booked a table at 6pm, as the restaurant might have been busier later on Saturday (which it was). I recommend this to those, who prefer enjoy less busy time, as it started to be full around 7pm. The tables are quite close to each other, so you should be aware of this. The food and wine were great, so I generally recommend this restaurant. The other ones are just my subjective observations.