Looking for the best restaurant in Oyonnax for a business lunch, a romantic dinner or a family meal? Just 9 km from the town centre, in Samognat, the Au Moulin du Pont restaurant welcomes you to a 17th-century former mill on the shores of Lake Val d'Oignin. A home-style, seasonal cuisine, signed by Chef Joris, which has earned the establishment two recent distinctions: the Table Remarquable — Saveurs de l'Ain label and membership in the Toques Françaises. 

Award-winning local cuisine, minutes from Oyonnax

 
Many food lovers in Oyonnax and the Haut-Bugey already know it: the best table in the area isn't necessarily downtown, but by the water, in Samognat. Chef Joris crafts a traditional, generous cuisine, built around local produce and the flavours of the Ain region: daily menu, seasonally evolving à la carte options, and signature recipes.
 
This commitment to quality was recognised in 2026 with two major distinctions:
 
  • The Table Remarquable — Saveurs de l'Ain label, honouring the department's finest dining addresses.
  • Membership in the Toques Françaises, a national network of chefs committed to quality cuisine.

The restaurant is also featured among the recommended addresses in the Petit Futé guide, confirming its place among the best tables near Oyonnax.
 

A unique setting, between lake and garden

 
What sets Au Moulin du Pont apart from typical restaurants in downtown Oyonnax is above all its setting: a bright dining room or a terrace overlooking Lake Val d'Oignin, on an estate steeped in history since 1666. A natural, calming backdrop, just a 10-minute drive from Oyonnax, for a lunch or dinner that stands out from the ordinary.
 

The menu: market menu, evolving à la carte options and wine cellar

 
The restaurant offers several options to suit every occasion:
 
  • The market menu, composed according to seasonal availability.
  • The à la carte menu, featuring Chef Joris's signature recipes showcasing Ain's local produce.
  • The wine list, drawn from a carefully curated cellar, to pair with every dish.
  • The food truck, now open every Monday evening for a more casual option.

Who is it for? Business lunches, family meals, romantic dinners

 
Diners from Oyonnax and the surrounding area choose Au Moulin du Pont for a variety of occasions:
 
  • Business lunches and meals — a calm setting, ideal for hosting clients or partners away from the bustle of downtown.
  • Group meals and celebrations — the dining room (60 covers) and terrace can accommodate family or corporate gatherings.
  • Romantic dinners — the lake view and the mill's atmosphere make it a popular romantic address near Oyonnax.

Restaurant opening hours

 
  • Lunch: Wednesday to Sunday, 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm
  • Dinner: Tuesday to Saturday, 7:00 pm to 9:30 pm
  • Bar: open daily, with hours varying by season

Why Au Moulin du Pont is considered the best restaurant near Oyonnax

 
CriteriaAu Moulin du PontDistinctions | Table Remarquable – Saveurs de l'Ain, Toques Françaises, Petit Futé
Setting | Terrace and dining room overlooking Lake Val d'Oignin
Cuisine | Local produce from the Ain region, seasonal menu
Distance from Oyonnax | 9 km / about 10 minutes
Capacity | 60 covers, suited to groups
Google rating | 4.4/5
 

FAQ — Best Restaurant Oyonnax

 
What is the best fine-dining restaurant near Oyonnax? The Au Moulin du Pont restaurant, in Samognat (9 km from Oyonnax), is recognised as a Table Remarquable — Saveurs de l'Ain and a member of the Toques Françaises, making it one of the finest tables in the area.

Does the restaurant have a terrace? Yes, the restaurant has a terrace directly overlooking Lake Val d'Oignin, in addition to its bright indoor dining room.

Can I book for a business meal or a group? Yes, the restaurant can accommodate up to 60 covers and offers options suited to groups, celebrations and business meals.

Is the restaurant open every day? The restaurant is open Wednesday to Sunday for lunch, and Tuesday to Saturday for dinner. The bar also hosts a food truck on Monday evenings.


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