Why Montreux
Italian restaurant and late-night dance venue on Montreux's Grand' Rue.
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- Step-free access
- Ideal for friends, a special occasion
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People love
- Attentive and professional service
- Warm and lively atmosphere
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Criticised in reviews
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- Inconsistent food quality with some disappointing dishes
- Slow service during peak times
Why go
- The 40-seat terrace, a few steps from the Léman lake, for lunch, an aperitif or a late cocktail.
- Modern, simple, colourful cooking, with Italian and Swiss dishes on the menu.
- The weekly menu, the summer menu and the drinks and cocktail menu, each published as a PDF on the website.
Opening hours
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Good to know
Atmosphere
- A warm and welcoming setting, with refined cooking served without fuss.
- Suited to a lively after-work drink or to a special occasion.
Booking a table
- Reservations are accepted through the restaurant's own website.
- Tables can also be booked through TheFork.
- The phone number is +41 79 309 66 06.
Good for
- Couples Suitable for a special occasion.
- Families Highchairs are available for young children.
- After-work drinks A suitable spot for a lively after-work drink.
What it costs
- Price level
- $$ - $$$
Accessibility
- Wheelchair access The restaurant is wheelchair accessible.
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- Website
- why-montreux.ch/
- Phone
- +41 79 309 66 06
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Questions and answers
How do I book a table at Why Montreux?
Reservations are accepted through the restaurant's own website or on TheFork. You can also call +41 79 309 66 06.
What are the opening hours of Why Montreux?
Why Montreux is open Monday 18:00 to 00:00, and Tuesday to Thursday and Sunday 11:30 to 14:00 and 18:00 to 00:00. On Friday it is open 11:30 to 14:00 and 18:00 to 02:00, and on Saturday 18:00 to 02:00.
Is Why Montreux wheelchair accessible?
Yes, the restaurant at Grand' Rue 92 in Montreux is wheelchair accessible.
Can I bring young children to Why Montreux?
Yes, highchairs are available for young children at the restaurant.
Does Why Montreux have a terrace?
Yes, its terrace seats 40 and sits a few steps from Lake Léman. It suits lunch, an aperitif with friends or a late cocktail.
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