The 7 Best Restaurants in Sion

The Swiss capital of the Alps is renowned for its exceptional historical heritage. With its sunny climate, friendliness, and dynamism, it has everything to please during a family vacation in Valais!

But all these walks through its castles and charming streets will surely work up your appetite… So, where to eat in Sion? Le Concierge des Hôtes reveals the 7 best restaurants in Sion in this article!

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1: La Sitterie: Discovering Mountain and Local Cuisine in Sion

Introduction to La Sitterie

Located in the north of Sion, La Sitterie is an old house built in the early 20th century. A true intimate paradise!

Its contemporary garden-restaurant welcomes you among cypress trees, cherry trees, and aromatic plants. A dream setting for delicious local cuisine!

Since 2004, this restaurant in Sion has been run by Jacques Bovier, a Valaisan artisan chef. He highlights the best products of the Alps to delight your taste buds.

What Can You Eat at La Sitterie?

At this restaurant, you will discover an exceptional mountain and local cuisine.

Whether as a couple or with family, you can opt for a “discovery” menu consisting of three courses selected by the service (for a minimum of two people).

On the menu, you have plenty of choices. Here are some examples from their summer 2022 menu:

Starters:
- Pressed duck foie gras with rhubarb and tangy jelly;
- Farm rabbit jelly with yellow wine, mustard ice cream.
Main Courses:
- Matured local beef fillet, hay flower crust, and Syrah butter;
- Farm pork saltimbocca, mountain ham, and rich jus.
Desserts:
- Chocolate fondant, sour cherry coulis with Kirsch, and vanilla ice cream;
- Valais strawberry salad and juice, creamy elderflower ice cream.

Find more details on the La Sitterie website!

2: Le Relais du Mont d’Orge: Experiencing Fine Dining in Sion

Introduction to Le Relais du Mont d’Orge

Located in the north of Sion, Le Relais du Mont d’Orge is an exceptional fine dining restaurant. Its chef, Bernard Ricou, masterfully prepares many local products.

Additionally, this place is a paradise for art lovers. Along with an outstanding meal, you can admire paintings by the famous Swiss artist Albert Chavaz, which are permanently exhibited in the establishment.

After dining, nothing beats a digestive walk. You can stroll around the Mont d’Orge Lake, a true haven of peace in the heart of nature. For the more active, you can even hike up to Mont d’Orge Castle!

What Can You Eat at Le Relais du Mont d’Orge?

At Le Relais du Mont d’Orge, you will enjoy refined and particularly delicious dishes.

Here are some examples from their summer 2022 menu:

Starters:
- Albacore tuna carpaccio with citrus tartare, wasabi, and ginger;
- Diced foie gras, scampi, red beets, and pickled cauliflower.
Main Courses:
- Atlantic coast lobster cooked in its shell;
- Seared Simmental veal steak with mushrooms.
Desserts:
- Summer delights;
- Gourmet plate.