Breakfast at La Table du Lavancher, Hotel Jeu de Paume Chamonix Mont Blanc

The Lavancher Table

The Hotel Bistro Jeu de Paume
Breakfast, brunch, lunch and barbecues on the terrace, facing the Mont Blanc valley

Welcome to the heart of the hamlet of Lavancher

Just a stone's throw from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, in the unspoiled hamlet of Lavancher, The Lavancher Table is the cozy bistro of theHotel Jeu de PaumePeople come here in the morning for a high-altitude breakfast, at midday for a generous brunch or a bistro lunch, around the barbecue grills on the terrace facing the mountain peaks. Under the direction of the chef Mathilde WaliskoThe cuisine celebrates the Alpine terroir with simplicity and generosity — fresh produce, garden herbs, cured meats and cheeses from Savoy.

Breakfast pastries and croissants prepared by the pastry chef at La Table du Lavancher

Breakfast — A mountain buffet

The smell of fresh bread, coffee being ground, the table set facing the mountains: starting the day at La Table du Lavancher is like taking a break from time before heading out onto the slopes or hiking.

  • Bakery side : crispy pastries and artisanal breads prepared fresh every morning by our pastry chefaccompanied by local jams.
  • The saltiness of our mountains : matured cheeses from Savoy and cured meats from the valley.
  • Sweetness & vitality : fresh seasonal fruits, creamy dairy products, cereals, eggs prepared on demand.
  • Hot Drinks : freshly ground coffee, selected teas and infusions.

Open to external clients by reservation. To extend the morning, combine your breakfast with access to spa and a massage.

Winter dinners — Simple, generous, local cuisine

When night falls early on the hamlet and snow settles in the garden, La Table du Lavancher lights up for evening service, from Friday to Sunday. They serve unpretentious cuisine, designed to warm you up: slow-cooked dishes, local valley produce, and plates meant to be finished.

  • The taste of the land : slow-cooked meats, seasonal vegetables and Savoy cheeses, all prepared in-house by the chef Mathilde Walisko and his team.
  • Generous, without fuss : honest dishes, befitting a day spent outdoors, on the slopes or snowshoeing.
  • Friday, Saturday and Sunday evenings, from 18:30pm to 21pm, in winter — reservation only, please let us know during the day.

Book your table at +33 (0)4 50 54 03 76 or online.

A slow-cooked dish served for winter dinner at La Table du Lavancher, overlooking the snow-covered garden, Chamonix

A sneak peek at the winter menu

Example menu — the menu changes according to the season and the market.

Entrance

Pork and duck terrine, green salad and quince chutney
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Dubarry cream soup (onion, leeks, potatoes), croutons

As a dish

Tartiflette, green salad
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Savoyard crust, green salad
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Hot box, potatoes, cold cuts and green salad
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Beef bourguignon casserole with baby vegetables and pilaf rice

For dessert

Dessert buffet

Sunday Brunch

Every Sunday, Chef Mathilde creates a sweet and savory buffet that appeals to both early risers and those who love to sleep in. Golden pastries, fresh fruit, aged cheeses, fine charcuterie, elaborate hot dishes, and homemade desserts: a generous, colorful, and refined spread—designed as a journey between morning and noon. A dry-aged cut of beef , prepared by the chef with a view of the Mont Blanc massif, is included .

In summer, brunch is served in the hotel gardens , overlooking the panoramic views of the Mont Blanc massif. A moment to share with family or friends, in the verdant and unspoiled setting of Le Lavancher.

when: Sunday On reservationLimited places available. Can be combined with access to spa and a massage.

Sunday brunch on the terrace at the Lavancher Hotel Jeu de Paume Chamonix

Lunch & BBQ — Bistro and grill with mountain views (in summer)

At midday, La Table du Lavancher transforms into a sun-drenched bistro. The daily special is a barbecue grill —aged cuts of meat prepared by the chef over the embers, accompanied by daily side dishes and desserts from the menu. The fresh mountain air, the crackling of the coals, the panoramic views of the Mont Blanc massif: lunch is enjoyed indoors or on the terrace, depending on the season, accompanied by a selection of mountain wines and house cocktails.

A perfect stop between two hikes, after a morning of skiing or before a treatment at spaAnd for those who love fine dining, come again in the evening. The Rosebud Restaurant, cited by the guides, where chef Mathilde signs a menu of alpine and contemporary inspiration.

Barbecue at La Table du Lavancher, matured meats prepared by the chef with views of the Mont Blanc massif
Petanque and aperitifs in the gardens of La Table du Lavancher, overlooking the Chamonix valley

Aperitifs and pétanque around the fire pit (in summer)

When the golden light of evening settles on the peaks, head to the hotel gardens for a warm aperitif around the fire pit . Homemade cocktails, sharing platters, relaxed atmosphere: extend the day at your own pace, a pétanque ball in hand, with the panoramic view over the valley all the way to Argentière and Le Tour.

Season: beautiful season · By reservation , to be organized according to your wishes — with friends, with family or for private hire.

Our packages — Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch & Spa

Combine fine dining and wellness. Book online in just a few clicks — limited availability. Brunch packages are available for booking on Sundays, starting December 13th.

The chef — Mathilde Walisko

With ten years of experience in Lyon, the gastronomic capital, and as European vice-champion of offal products , Mathilde Walisko brings to La Table du Lavancher her passion for quality ingredients and the transmission of traditional techniques. She creates menus that celebrate Alpine terroir while remaining accessible, generous, and bistro-style.

Mathilde creates sincere cuisine that can be enjoyed facing the majestic panorama of Chamonix-Mont-Blanc — bistro in its simplicity, alpine in its roots, generous by nature.

Chef Mathilde Walisko and the team at La Table du Lavancher

Book now — Where to find us

Address

705 route du Chapeau
The Lavancher
74400 Chamonix-Mont-Blanc

10 minutes from the centre of Chamonix · Free private parking · Detailed access here.

telephone

+33 (0)4 50 54 03 76

Online Booking

Brunch & set menus: via our booking module.
Lunch & dinner: on TheFork.

F.A.Q

What is La Table du Lavancher?
La Table du Lavancher is the bistro of the Hotel Jeu de PaumeLocated in the hamlet of Lavancher in Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, it offers breakfast, brunch, and lunch—with barbecue on the terrace on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. For gourmet dinner, the restaurant The Rosebud take over.
Is La Table du Lavancher open to non-residents of the hotel?
Yes. La Table du Lavancher is pleased to welcome outside guests, by reservation. Seating is limited to ensure the quality of service and the food.
When is the brunch?
Brunch is served on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays. In the summer, it's enjoyed in the hotel gardens, among the flowerbeds. Reservations are recommended as places fill up quickly.
How much does brunch cost?
The Brunch package is €39 per person. The Brunch & SpaThe package, which includes full access to the wellness center (swimming pool, jacuzzi, sauna, hammam), is €59 per person. The Brunch package, Spa & Massage at €104/person extends the experience with a signature treatment.
Can we combine the meal with access to spa ?
Yes. The "Brunch & Spa ", " Breakfast & Spa » and « Lunch & Spa include access to wellness Center Heated indoor pool, jacuzzi, sauna and hammam. Treatments can be added upon reservation.
Is La Table du Lavancher accessible to children?
Yes, families are welcome. Special attention is paid to younger children, with adapted options available at brunch and lunchtime.
How do I reserve a table?
For brunch packages and spa directly via the booking module above. For lunch and other services: by telephone at +33 (0)4 50 54 03 76 or TheFork.
Where is La Table du Lavancher located? Is there a car park?
705 Route du Chapeau, Le Lavancher, 74400 Chamonix-Mont-Blanc. The hamlet of Le Lavancher is a 10-minute drive from the center of Chamonix. Free private parking is available for our guests.
Book your table at La Table du Lavancher, Hotel Jeu de Paume Chamonix

A gourmet interlude awaits you.

Brunch, spaSun and mountain peaks. Book your time in Lavancher.

→ Also read: our barbecue on the terrace, the hiker's dish of the day at €19.

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