Vieil Ouchy

We had an excellent candlelight dinner at this cozy/intimate restaurant. The fondue with bread was delicious, but the highlight was the perch with a delicious, creamy lemon parsley sauce. It came with fries and mixed vegetables. Our waiter was busy but everything came out timely, and he was very attentive with our child and brought out a coloring mat with markers to help keep her entertained. When we first walked in, we had to wait several minutes to be greeted but we were warmly welcomed despite not having a reservation. There was a party that came in and had a similar experience but left before anyone could greet them. I noticed this on some of the reviews but I am glad this did not deter us from trying Vieil Ouchy, as it was an excellent meal and experience! We are even planning to return again during our stay, as they had several dishes we wanted to try but didn’t get the chance to 😃

Our family recently had the pleasure of dining at this wonderful restaurant, and we had an amazing time! The food, from starters to main courses, was incredibly delicious, and the desserts were simply delightful. Every bite was a burst of flavor that left us wanting more. What made the experience even more special was the breathtaking lake view from the restaurant. It added a sense of tranquility and beauty to our meal, creating a truly memorable atmosphere. Whether you're planning a family lunch or dinner, this restaurant is an excellent option that won't break the bank. They offer a variety of dishes that cater to different tastes, making it easy to find something for everyone. The ambiance was warm and inviting, perfect for a family gathering. The staff were friendly and attentive, ensuring that our needs were met throughout our visit. We left the restaurant with satisfied bellies and happy hearts. If you're looking for a place to enjoy delicious food, mouthwatering desserts, and a stunning lake view, all while staying within a reasonable budget, I highly recommend giving this restaurant a try. It's a hidden gem that guarantees a delightful dining experience for the whole family.

Great restaurant by the water. We tried Cordon Bleu (which was the best we had so far) and the cheese fondue. The staff was friendly and overall a great place to stop by for lunch!

We had a great dinner at Vieil Ouchy! Fondue was very very nice and mild in flavor.

Delicious food in a beautiful location. Staff were wonderful. Indulged in the delights of Swiss fondue cheese which I highly recommend

I tried cheese fondu here.. it was delicious.. The waiter and waitress was very polite.. The location is in front of the Lake and there too many parking places around.. Price was high wrt Germany.. but maybe average for Switzerland.. I can recommend.. but not forget to make a reservation in advance..

My wife and I were in Switzerland visiting a friend and took a chance on a local restaurant before meeting our friend. We’re so glad we did!! The decor was beautiful and quaint and we instantly got a warm welcome from Florian. We opted for the Menu Fondue. Wow!! It came with a meat platter, half and half fondue with potatoes and bread, pineapple carpaccio, limoncello, coffee and we were even surprised with a delicious double cream meringue to finish. The service from Florian was fantastic and would definitely recommend to those visiting Lausanne.

Family restaurant serving traditional Swiss recipes (lake perch, fondues, rostis and more) in an intimate, eccentric space. Popular with locals and visitors alike. We ate a cheese mountain and then had a sorbet and coffee. Delightful!

My daughter and I wanted to try fondue in Switzerland so she found this restaurant on trip advisor. I also checked out reviews on Yelp. The restaurant is by the wharf with gorgeous views of the mountains. No one was dining inside but it was so windy outside several times that glasses blew off tables and shattered. Kind of scary. There were a few language problems with our server Pablo, but he did a good job. We ordered green and mixed salads for appetizers. They were great. Then we ordered cheese fondue with bread and potatoes. I liked the potatoes much better. It was getting cool after dark so we didn't stay for dessert. They had pie and ice cream on the menu. I didn't see chocolate. Oh, well.

We were so hopeful about this restaurant because of all the great reviews. We had the house cordon Bleu and it was pretty bland. Also had one of roastis that was just mediocre as well. Not accommodating manager as we asked for a better table that we're readily available. Hope your experience is better than ours. I will post pics.

Tourists coming through. I decided to take my mom and aunt here due to the proximity to our hotel and rainy evening. We did not have rsvp and the restaurant was packed. They were able to accommodate us. My aunt has a little difficulty walking but able to go up their tiny stairs to second floor. One of the waiters speaks English fairly well. There's an English language menu available. Food were all delicious. They were busy so we waited a bit for our check after we were done with our meal. Overall we were all happy with dinner. I think this is a thing as we waited at other restaurants in Lausanne as well. Must try if you're by the water in ouchy!

Get there before sunset and claim outdoor seating. The beef tar tar is amazing and of course any fondue. I'd you are wondering if the quinoa salad is good- it's phenomenal

Aloha, we went here on our recent Paris / Switzerland trip. It's a very unique dinning experience! Food was very good and it's in a 500+ old building. We plan to visit again on our next trip!!!

Great food & service. The waiter explained clearly the menu (already with a smile on his face); even the manager came to us.

Lovely evening in Lausanne. Inside is quite lovely although the weather was beautiful outside too. Food was wonderful and the service excellent !

Café du Vieil Ouchy was our little introduction to Swiss dining near Lac Léman. I didn't plan on leaving Switzerland without experiencing fondue. What better way to do this than in a café across from the reflection of the Alps on beautiful Lake Geneva? (My review comes a year late. I didn't realize this had been sitting in my drafts for a while. But, here I am, finally completing it.) We started with a planchette valaisanne and some local wine. Then, we shared a fondue moitié-moitié that was divine. We spent hours enjoying our food and our conversation, nothing like we've ever done living back in the US. I'm so happy I got to experience this in Lausanne. Thank you for this, Le Vieil Ouchy!

If you're a tourist and do not speak French, I would NOT recommend this place. The food itself was mediocre (smoked salmon was fine, steak was horrible) but what really made this an overall terrible experience was our extremely rude waiter. Although he spoke English, at no point did he make us feel welcome and was clearly saying something negative about us to the locals sitting adjacent to our table. He was very unprofessional and the overall experience was generally sketchy and made my parents and I feel uneasy. For example, although he said all the right words when serving us, his demeanor was completely different with the other two tables he served; something I noticed several times throughout the dinner despite not understanding French. That being said, I'd imagine this overall type of negative experience is not uncommon and doesn't typically prompt me to write a review. However, the beef served to my father gave him food poisoning and to me, that's crossing the line.

This was a gem. First the service was incredible. We wanted aSwiss food experience so we took all the suggestions from our server and Wow, delicious. We had the original cheese fondue and hand made cordon blue!!!a bonus was how incredible this building was , 400 years old and they kept it perfectly.

little small place across from chateau de Ouchy. we waited for about 10 minutes on a table and had the fondue. the food and wine here is excellent. we drank a bottle while we waited on food, and ended up drinking 2 ( should have got water, it is a bit cheaper). all in all it was a very good place to dine

We are staying at Chateau de Ouchy and this restaurant is right across the street. We showed up around 7:45pm without reservations and waited only 15 min for a table. The service was prompt and very friendly. We ordered the cheese fondue (moitié moitié) and it was really delicious. You can also order wine by the glass for reasonable prices. This place is worth a visit for sure!