This relative newcomer to the Saanenland scene is getting rave reviews from locals and tourists alike.

A bit removed from the Corviglia epicenter, the Alpina Hütte is another mountain classic: a rustic wooden hut that has a restaurant and a glorious terrace and that serves quick, Swiss specialties. You can call to reserve a table or one of the covered, whicker beach chairs that are perfect for soaking up the sun while having a coffee and rich, regional dessert.

In 2009, Anne-Sophie Pic left her homeland of France and came to the Beau-Rivage to head up their gourmet restaurant. Coming from three generations of Michelin-starred chefs, Pic is the youngest member of a dynasty and the first to practice her art outside the walls of the Maison Pic in Valence. She has created an à la carte and two set menus that change with each passing season.

AuGust, a rustic butchery, is located just outside of the Widder Hotel. Dark, natural wood tables and checkerboard tiles make for a contemporary urban deli setting for the approachable classics and more adventurous items like tripe salads. The charcuterie plates are perfect for a leisurely lunch or a light dinner before a cocktail at the Widder Bar.

Zurich locals love this buzzy, intimate spot near Langstrasse for its excellent pastas, wines and cocktails. Start the evening with small plates and snacks (focaccia, burrata and fried polenta, along with a mini chicken parm and seasonal salads and veggies) before moving on to the pastas. The menu features only three options, which change with the time of year but are reliable takes on Italian classics. During a recent visit, the tagliatelle al ragu, cacio e pepe and cappelletti with pumpkin and brown butter were uniformly excellent. Bar Lupo is walk-ins only.

This restaurant in the town of Gsteig (about a fifteen-minute drive from Gstaad center) serves up authentic food and is a local favorite. The chalet where the restaurant is housed was built in 1756 and has been classified as an historic monument. The kitchen’s specialty is a decadent fondue bourguignonne.

This restaurant in the Bellavista hotel overlooks the Silvaplana Lake, making it a particular favorite in the summertime. According to many locals, it serves the best venison dishes in the valley.

Located up amidst the network of mountain trails accessible from First, this restaurant and inn is rich with Swiss charm.

Tucked in a narrow, pedestrian-only lane not far from the river, Ristorante Bindella is a favorite neighborhood spot serving delicious Italian food, including the freshest pastas, seafood and meat. The chef focuses on what is in season, so the menu changes to focus on ingredients like truffles or white asparagus. The restaurant has a convivial atmosphere, offering outdoor seating during the warmer months as well as seats at the marble bar if you want to eat alone or don’t have a reservation.

Begun as a small teahouse in 1850, Blatten is another classic mid-mountain lunch choice with fresh local produce, cheese, an herb garden and amazing views. The Taugwalder family has roots in both gastronomy and mountaineering, and has created a warm, interesting and creative restaurant environment. A unique option they offer is to hike in the moonlight to Blatten to have fondue before sledding down into town.

Mid-mountain on Blauherd, Blue Lounge offers fantastic views, live bands and a buzzy atmosphere. Skiers can enjoy après drinks on the large couches or loungers, while families with strollers can take the funicular up from Sunnega to enjoy the views and food.

This Michelin-starred (and Michelin-Green-starred) restaurant with just 28 seats is one of Zermatt’s hardest reservations to land. From their open kitchen, chefs Luis Romo and Tommaso Guardascione prepare a nightly six-course menu with flavors that span the globe using ingredients that come mostly from within mere miles from Zermatt. Every evening offers something different. One constant: fun, inventive dishes served on country-chic porcelain plates by a small team of friendly waiters (often including owner Andreas Alm). The vibe is relaxed, and Brasserie Uno makes for a good break from traditional Swiss dishes.

Located in the Beau-Rivage Palace, the Café is a traditional French brasserie that draws a local crowd in addition to hotel guests. This sophisticated restaurant has a laid-back atmosphere and offers indoor and outdoor seating with views of Lake Geneva. The specialty dish is perch, a local small freshwater fish, served two ways. The steak tartar is also excellent, and pairs well with the deconstructed Caesar salad.

One of Geneva’s most fashionable restaurants, Le Café des Banques is a favorite in town for contemporary fine dining. Chef Yoann Caloué’s menus—both a daily “surprise” prix fixe option and a la carte selections are available—highlight fresh, seasonal ingredients. Dessert, including a chocolate prepared three ways, is anything but an afterthought.

Patrons can enjoy wine, cheese or an afternoon coffee at this cozy café. Grab a table near the window so you can people-watch the locals in Carouge’s main square. Consider a visit when the fruit and vegetable markets fill the square (on Wednesdays and Saturdays mornings from 6:30AM to 1:00PM).

Café Leo bills itself as a Parisian-style bistro, but the menu here skews Italian with classics (excellent salads, a popular veal scaloppine with marsala, and various pastas. Its sidewalk seating is a lovely spot to people-watch while slowly enjoying an espresso.

Known for its fondue, this dimly-lit institution is conveniently located in the Place St. Francois. The restaurant draws a regular crowd, but because it can be a bit noisy, many recommend it more for a group dinner rather than intimate dining.

Cozy Chesa Salis is a family-owned hotel in the tiny town of Bever. Its restaurant is renowned for elevated regional specialties served in a beautiful dining room (ask for a table that overlooks the hotel's pretty garden). Best of all for small groups is the wood-paneled Salis Stube, which is particularly cozy on a winter night thanks to its blue-tiled stove (it seats twelve). Don't be mislead by the quaint setting – the cuisine here is elevated as are the prices, so this is definitely a restaurant for a big night out but in a beautifully understated, quiet setting.

The five restaurants that make up Chesa Veglia are run by Badrutt's Palace and they range from a pizzeria to a more refined eatery open only during the winter called Grill Chadafö. The thin crust concoctions served at Pizzeria Heuboden are the most popular. Be prepared: the setting and menu are laid-back and casual, the prices are not.

Owned by Chef Fabian Affentranger, Chez Calvin is a beloved brasserie and bar serving up french specialties in a lively atmosphere. There is an extensive wine selection to accompany the often-ordered fish and steak mains. The brasserie sometimes hosts pop-up residencies with visiting chefs as well.

Chez Heini is a unique, not-to-miss experience that you’ll only find in Zermatt. Indagare tip: Make sure to arrive around 8:00pm so that you’re there for the owner’s show, where he sings and entertains patrons with his own creations of Euro pop songs. The restaurant is decorated in what can only be described as an Alpine S-and-M theme, with glitter, bizarre statues and a corner honoring his close friend Frida, of the band ABBA, with photos and memorabilia. Highlights are the renowned local lamb dishes and the lemon sorbet, which is served in a red high-heel shoe.

Chez Vrony, originally a small farmhouse built in 1900, has transformed into a popular mountain restaurant serving true farm-to-table menus. Every year the family raises five cows, producing milk and cheese and, finally, homemade dried beef for the next year. Located mid-mountain, the restaurant can be reached by taking the tram up to Sunnega and walking back down the mountain for 20 minutes, or by hiking from town directly. After enjoying the extensive, homegrown meal, many people will lounge on the deck to enjoy a glass of wine and the incredible views.

Located at 3300 meters (10,800 feet), this is the Engadin Valley's highest restaurant. The 360-degree panoramas are absolutely stunning, though some diners might be effected by the thin air up here (be careful with alcohol consumption). The menu is full of regional specialties; the prices reflect the lofty location.