du Maillard : Eplatures-Jaune 115, 2300 La Chaux-de-Fonds

Very welcoming. Delicious röstis. There is a waiting time as they are cooked to order. So you'll have some time to enjoy the view, and the picturesque surroundings. The meal is best finished with à whipped cream cone and some soft toffee candies, as well as a glass of local apple spirit. Setting, food quality and price, service, everything is great. Highly recommended.

du Maillard and the rosti…oh la la la! The Food: The rosti was a crisp and could be on the outside, and soft on the inside! Beautiful mushroom cream and a good wine to indulge with. I wish we would have gotten some of the beef to go with it, but we would have been waddling out. The complimentary caramels were simply delicious and the house made digestifs are dangerous ! The Service: A borderline flamboyant gentleman was busy running around tending to the tables - I don’t speak French but seemed to strike up conversation. The Atmosphere: The top of a hill, on farming land, lies this large farmhouse. We sat in the attic, one of the strangest and unique moments our group encountered - we talked about for days after. I would definitely come back, with a larger appetite and maybe walking to the place instead of driving - earn those calories ;)

I came at 1:30pm on a Thursday and the restaurant was very busy. There are 3 cozy dining rooms. I didn’t make a reservation. Oops. but with luck, a table was just departing and I was only 1 🤗 The perks of solo travel… They have Wi-Fi so I was able to do some work while waiting. I ordered a cafe and it came quickly along with a pile of homemade caramel slices. For my meal, I chose the Rostis with jambon and added raclette cheese. I also added the mushroom sauce and it did not disappoint! At the end of the meal, they offered a complimentary Digestif. I was given a half a bottle of homemade apple flavored brandy and a plate of caramel for dessert ! My leftovers were Vacuum sealed, something I’ve never seen before. It was perfect for my backpacking trip. Overall excellent service and wonderful small touches! I would return each time I find myself in La Chaux de Fonds.