I was looking for a Michelin starred restaurant in or near Lausanne, and the only one available at 3 days notice was L'ermitage.
On arrival, it had the ambiance of a somewhat dated manor house, clean but slightly old fashioned.
The meal was chosen and the first slight concern was no one asked us if we wanted any water, none was delivered, despite leaving glasses. On ordering the wine, a Chassange Montrachet, I asked which of the 5 on offer would they recommend.....I was told the younger ones were a bit fresher! When the food arrived, the starters were foie GRAS, which was over cooked, and filet de Rouget, which was passable quality (but not at the price..more of that later)
The wine was excellent ( I chose the older one....) the lobster main course was good, the langoustines for the other main, were clearly over done, in places almost soggy.
No deserts were ordered.
This little lot cost in excess of 550 CHf, which is day light robbery!
For a Michelin start restaurant, at the minimum you expect, excellent service, innovative well presented and well cooked food,
Sadly I cannot recommend this place which relies on it's reputation and not it's food or service
