Best restaurants for vegetarians in the Three Valleys

OK, so France isn’t exactly renowned for vegetarian cuisine. Vegetarians living in France in the past have had to endure many a green salad and plate of chips over the years, while watching friends tuck into juicy steaks. Thankfully however, the French are starting to catch on, with vegetarian options starting to pop up on most restaurant menus. So, if you’re a veggie – or you’re trying to eat less meat (labels not required) – then here is our list of some of the best restaurants in the Three Valleys for vegetarians.

Vegetarian options – on the mountain

 

Bouc Blanc, at the top of the La Tania bubble

The Bouc Blanc is a winner for skiers looking for tasty food, decent portions and great value. It’s also a great option for veggies, offering a selection of dishes including a ginormous and delicious Beaufort tart, a whopping cheese omelette with mounds of fries, a vegan bowl, pesto linguine and some nice but simple salads. Save some room for dessert though – their café gourmand is not to be missed!

Cucina Angelina, bottom of the slopes in Courchevel Moriond

Named after owner and celebrity chef Angelina Hartnett, Cucina Angelina serves Italian food with a sprinkling of French Savoyard flavours. It’s not cheap, but with slippers to replace your ski boots and a swanky lounge area to enjoy an aperitif, it’s worth the splurge. Veggie options include a flavour-packed salad, and a number of pizzas and pasta dishes – including a porcini tagliatelle and four cheese pizza.

Jacks Bar, bottom of the slopes in Méribel

British-run restaurant Jacks serves tasty pub food done well. They also cater well for veggies serving up veggie nachos, bang bang cauliflower, a super tasty veggie burger (made from beetroot and beans), tofu drunken noodles and several veggie pizza options.   

Wok Ski, near the bottom of the Moraine and Portet chairlifts, Val Thorens

Wok Ski is an Asian fusion restaurant popular with seasonnaires and holiday makers alike – and for good reason. They serve super tasty vegetarian noodles, soups and wraps which are cooked fresh and great value.  Their menu is based on a build-your-own concept, so you can choose your base (rice or noodles), then pick from meat or veggie additions and finally your choice of sauce. If you like yours packed with flavour you can also help yourself to fresh coriander and chilli to finish it off. Best for sunny days, the food comes in take away boxes which you can feast from in the sun on their terrace of deck chairs.

Vegetarian options – in resort

 

Copiña, Courchevel Moriond

Tapas bar-come-restaurant Copiña, serves a selection of delicious tapas dishes, which work well for vegetarians looking to try a number of dishes. Veggie options include padron peppers, patatas bravas, Jerusalem artichoke chips, spanish omelette, olives and a manchego salad. 

Le Petit Savoyard, Courchevel Moriond

Run by the charming Pascal and his wife Babette, Le Petit Savoyard is a Courchevel favourite. As well as the traditional Savoyard veggie options of fondue and raclette, this year they’ve added a number of decent veggie options to their repertoire. Choose from a delicious hot goats cheese salad, creamy mushroom ravioli and a veggie burger.

Le Farçon, La Tania

Michelin-starred Le Farçon isn’t an obvious choice for vegetarians, renowned for serving up sumptuous meat and fish dishes inspired by the Savoie and local mountain regions. However, if you ring ahead and tell them you’re vegetarian they cater very well – offering delicious veggie options for each course. And, starting at 42€ for a 3-course (closer to 6-courses all in) feast, it’s well worth a visit.

Barometer, Méribel Centre

Based in the centre of Méribel, Barometer serves delicious pub food, with an Italian influence. Head chef James has introduced a number of veggie options including an amazing veggie lasagne which is highly recommended! As well as a mushroom soup, burrata salad, pesto genovese tagliatelle and a boite chaude (hot melted local cheese served with roasted new potatoes and salad). Think fresh, tasty and hearty portions).