The Café des Négociants welcomes you from Tuesday to Saturday in the heart of Old Carouge, in a warm, authentic setting reminiscent of the famous bouchons in Lyon. With its refined design, old-fashioned advertising and vintage zinc, the décor is sober and elegant. In summer, the terrace is ideal for enjoying the lively atmosphere of this typically Sardinian district.

Considered as an institution, the Café des Négociants serves traditional, refined cuisine. The snail casserole, pan-fried frogs’ legs with parsley and the famous “entrecôte carougeoise” are some of the dishes for which the restaurant is renowned. Fine dishes à la carte, seasonal menus and a wine cellar with over 100 references.

An emblematic and loyal figure at the Café des Négociants, Patrick Gal has worked alongside Chef Philippe Chevrier for 20 years. He was the head waiter at Le Vallon in Conches when Philippe Chevrier took over the establishment in 2003. He then joined the Café des Négociants in 2009, when the chef took over ownership of the restaurant. It’s been a wonderful adventure for 15 years.

More than a head waiter, Patrick Gal is a “maître de maison”, who welcomes his guests in the finest style. It’s a passion and a vocation for this restaurant professional, who has worked for almost 40 years in Geneva establishments, combining tradition and expertise to perfection.

Patrick Gal is in charge of organising private events at the Café des Négociants. From the choice of menus to the decoration, he offers a tailor-made service.