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Tête de Cochon
Sandwiches
Mentioned repeatedly as delicious, tasty, and very nice, with big portions and a side salad; several reviews also praise the quick service and the ability to customize them.
Toasts
Recommended for being very good, tasty, and satisfying, including versions with toppings and meat-free options that still came with salad and wine.
Fondue
Praised multiple times as really tasty and a highlight of the trip, with one review noting it was especially special because the restaurant offered fondue for one.
Charcuterie Board
Recommended for its high-quality cured meats and artisanal variety, including ham, saucisson, pâté, terrine, and rillettes, all described as flavorful and well crafted.
Tartiflette
Highlighted for its crispy base and creamy melted cheese, with reviewers saying the dish was well balanced and hard to fault.
Goats Cheese Open Sandwich
Specifically recommended as part of a very tasty dinner, with the local cheese and meats praised as especially memorable.
Hours
| Monday | 12 to 2:30 PM, 7 to 10 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 12 to 2:30 PM, 7 to 10 PM |
| Wednesday | 12 to 2:30 PM, 7 to 10 PM |
| Thursday | 12 to 2:30 PM, 7 to 10 PM |
| Friday | 12 to 2:30 PM, 7 to 10 PM |
| Saturday | 12 to 2:30 PM, 7 to 10 PM |
| Sunday | 12 to 2:30 PM, 7 to 10 PM |
About Tête de Cochon
Tête de Cochon is a French restaurant in Annecy, known for tartines, charcuterie, and other rustic bistro-style dishes. Reviewers consistently praise the generous portions, friendly service, and the simple menu that focuses on sandwiches, toasts, salads, and cured meats. It is described as casual, cozy, and trendy, with outdoor seating and a bar onsite. The restaurant is popular for lunch, dinner, and solo dining, and the price range is €20–30.
Amenities & services
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great coffee
- Great wine list
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Healthy options
- Late-night food
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Trendy
Crowd
- Tourists
Planning
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Children
- High chairs
Parking
- Paid parking lot
- Paid street parking
- Usually difficult to find a space
Frequently asked questions
What is Tête de Cochon known for?
It is best known for tartines and open-faced sandwiches, especially the Tartine Savoyarde and other generous tartines served with salad. Reviewers also highlight the charcuterie board, mixed cold cuts, and tartiflette, saying the menu is simple but the food is flavorful and filling.
What dishes are most recommended at Tête de Cochon?
Reviewers most often recommend the tartines, the charcuterie board, tartiflette, and burrata, along with sandwiches like the goats cheese open sandwich. The mixed cold cut board, with dry-cured ham, saucisson, pâté, terrine, and rillettes, is also singled out as a standout for sharing.
What is the atmosphere like at Tête de Cochon?
The atmosphere is casual, cozy, and lively, with a small dining room, pig-themed decor, and a friendly team that gets mentioned often. It suits lunch or dinner for solo diners, couples, and small groups, especially people who want a relaxed place in Annecy’s old town.
Is Tête de Cochon good value for the price?
Yes, the €20–30 price range is backed by reviews that mention big portions, sandwiches and toasts served with side salad, and meals that leave people full. Several reviewers also note that the quality feels high for the price, especially for the charcuterie, fondue, and local drinks like wine or beer.
Do you need to reserve a table at Tête de Cochon?
Lunch reservations are recommended, and some reviews mention the room is small with only a few tables, so waits can happen at busy times. It is in Annecy’s old town, where parking is often difficult, so planning ahead is useful.
Is parking available at Tête de Cochon?
Yes. Paid parking lot, Paid street parking, Usually difficult to find a space is available.
Does Tête de Cochon have vegetarian options?
Yes, Tête de Cochon offers vegetarian options.
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