JOËL ROBUCHON'S WORKSHOP

by ALEXEY Kostyliev

30 November 2025

Share the article

In the heart of Geneva, on the picturesque lakeside promenade, is a restaurant that transforms an evening meal into a real gastronomic spectacle.

L’Atelier de Joël Robuchon Genève is not just a dining room, but a laboratory of taste, where French classics, Japanese precision and Swiss impeccability are combined.

Place and atmosphere

The restaurant occupies a space in the luxury hotel The Woodward, an iconic building on Quai Wilson 37, Geneva.

The interior is full of contrasts: dim lighting, deep red accents, and an open kitchen-to-view module all set the mood for an intimate dining experience where the chefs’ every move can be seen.

This is one of the few places in the city where a guest can feel not only as a visitor, but as an observer of the creation of masterpieces.

Cuisine and concept

The name “Atelier” means “workshop”, and this is a very accurate definition. Modern French cuisine with a slight oriental bias prevails here – exceptionally high-quality, maximally “to the taste” of each ingredient.

**Salmon in a wreath with micro greens and citrus sauce** – 75$

**“Le Caviar** *Imperial* ” – *Imperial caviar with cold cauliflower jelly* – $120

**La Côte de Bœuf** – – Premium beef with a perfectly pink center served with rich demiglace, pea cream tartlet and a light green garnish. A dish that combines haute cuisine techniques with the pure flavor of meat – $115

**Le Saint Pierre de Ligne** – linu-caught john dory filet on clam sauce with green peas and herbs – $94

The menu changes seasonally, but some classic Joël Robuchon-inspired dishes retain their place: delicate textures, rich flavors, and serving aesthetics.

Drinks
At L’Atelier de Joël Robuchon, drinks are an extension of the gastronomic story. The wine list includes more than 200 positions from France, Italy and the New World, including rare vintages and author’s selections by the sommelier.

**Violet Fizz** (gin,**violet** liqueur, lemon, syrup, protein floral decor.
Light, floral, aromatic) – $31

Guests can choose from classic wines to accompany meat and fish dishes, as well as tasting sets created specifically for the menu. There are non-alcoholic pairings as well – fermented juices, infusions and drinks made from locally sourced ingredients that subtly highlight the flavors served.

**La Vie en Rose**. The lineup includes gin, raspberry/leach, lemon, some liqueur and protein.

Distinctions

L’Atelier de Joël Robuchon Genève is one of the few restaurants in Switzerland to be awarded two Michelin stars. For the team, this is not just a mark of quality, but confirmation that Joël Robuchon’s philosophy of combining technical excellence, simplicity and aesthetics continues to live on and evolve.

Two stars signify the level for which one travels to Geneva: impeccable cuisine, exquisite ingredients, subtle textures and service that is thought out to the millimeter. This is the restaurant that shapes the city’s gastronomic itinerary and sets the benchmark for all haute cuisine in the region.

Prices and menu

Approximate: the average price for dinner is around CHF 175 excluding drinks.
Tasting menus start at CHF 269, and can be higher for festive dates.
The lunch menu on Friday through Saturday is available from 12:00 to 13:30. Dinner is Tuesday through Saturday from 19:00 to 21:00.

Why it’s worth a visit

One of the best gastro addresses in Geneva, awarded with two Michelin stars.
Format: you can sit at the counter opposite the kitchen – it adds to the interactivity, you see how the dish is born.
A choice for a special evening: celebration, business dinner, gastro-trip.
A combination of luxury and warmth: here it’s not just “we cook expensive dishes”, but “we create experiences”.

Info

Address: Quai Wilson 37, 1201 Genève, Switzerland
Phone: 41 22 355 0128
Website: jrobuchon.com/our_locations/latelier-robuchon-geneva