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About This Place

Welcome to Restaurant Le Refuge, an inviting culinary haven nestled in the picturesque town of Les Rousses, France. Located at 309 Rue Pasteur, this charming establishment captures the essence of the French mountain dining experience, combining rustic charm with exquisite local flavors.

As soon as you step inside, the warm ambiance of a traditional chalet envelops you. The decor reflects the region’s rich heritage with its wood-beamed ceilings and cozy furnishings, creating a perfect backdrop for a memorable meal. The friendly staff, fluent in English, add a personal touch to your dining experience, ensuring you feel welcomed right from the start.

Restaurant Le Refuge specializes in local culinary delights. Cheese lovers will find themselves in paradise—indulge in their superb fondues and expertly crafted grilled cheese dishes that epitomize French comfort food. Customers rave about the grilled specialties, particularly the fillet steak, which comes highly recommended for its impeccable preparation and flavor. For a unique culinary adventure, try the hot stone steak, allowing you to savor the authentic taste at your own pace.

Each dish is complemented by a carefully curated selection of local wines, particularly the whites, which offer a refreshing pairing to the rich cheeses and meats. As one reviewer eloquently put it, “On top of grilled cheese, they're the ultimate French mountain treat!” The emphasis on local produce not only highlights the flavors of the Jura region but also supports the community, bringing a sense of place to every bite.

While the food shines at Restaurant Le Refuge, it’s worth mentioning that service can be slightly uncoordinated at times. However, the friendly demeanor of the staff helps to mitigate any shortcomings, ensuring that each guest feels valued and satisfied. It’s a dining experience that many would consider worth the wait.

In conclusion, Restaurant Le Refuge is a gastronomic journey you won’t want to miss. With its exquisite local dishes, charming ambiance, and friendly service, it stands out as a must-visit spot in Les Rousses. Whether you’re a cheese enthusiast, a grilled meat aficionado, or simply in search of a delightful dining experience in the mountains, this restaurant promises to deliver an unforgettable meal. Don’t forget to make a reservation, as its popularity is well-deserved!

Service options

Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • Dine-in
  • Delivery
  • Takeaway

Highlights

  • Great beer selection
  • Great cocktails
  • Great coffee
  • Great dessert
  • Great wine list

Popular for

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible car park
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible seating
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet

Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Coffee
  • Healthy options
  • Spirits
  • Wine

Dining options

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Catering
  • Dessert
  • Seating

Amenities

  • Bar on site
  • Gender-neutral toilets
  • Toilet

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cosy
  • Quiet
  • Romantic
  • Trendy

Crowd

  • Groups
  • Tourists

Planning

  • Lunch reservations recommended
  • Reservations required
  • Dinner reservations recommended
  • Accepts reservations

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • Meal coupons
  • NFC mobile payments
  • Pluxee
  • Credit cards

Children

  • Good for kids
  • High chairs
  • Kids' menu

Parking

  • Free of charge street parking
  • Free parking lot
  • Parking

Locations

Guest Reviews (1470)

Excellent local food. Friendly English speaking staff. Mind you, you have to be a cheese addict here. Grilled meat Lovers are in for an amazing time too. One last word; give their local wines - especially the whites- a shot. On top of grilled cheese, they're the ultimate French mountain treat!

The place is great! The decoration is so beautiful; a chalet in Les Rousses! The staff is so friendly (they even gave us an umbrella to get the car because it was raining outside). The service is top and quick. The food is very good. We took a fondue - yummy & we still felt light after it (i usually don’t) Highly recommended!!!

This Restaurant is full of character, very friendly owners and staff, we had the fillet steak it was cooked to perfection the best steak we've had. Would definitely recommend this restaurant.

Very decent restaurant, the quality of the food is local and delicous, the design is old and very Jurassien and mountain like which gives a great feeling locality. The food is very good you can experience local dishes at its best quality. However the service was a bit unorganized and quite slow, but the people working there were very friendly and welcoming.

Excellent specialist steak on the hot stone. Reservations seem to be required as very popular.

Awesome place, great food, extremely friendly staff and atmosphere. Very good wine choices as well. Highly recommend going there.

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