We tested The Stork (aka. The Drunky Stork Social Club) in the fall of 2022. This time, we sampled their famous Sunday brunch. The Stork is located in a former bank, which has now been transformed into a unique and lively space. The bright and modern decor, both retro and industrial, makes it the perfect place to have brunch […]
Located in an elegant bourgeois townhouse on quai des Bateliers in Strasbourg, Le 1741 (1 Michelin star) offers an extraordinary culinary experience. The restaurant is named after the year that the Palais Rohan – located right across the river Ill – was built. The establishment reopened in August 2023 after 8 months of renovations. The […]
Insieme is a Neapolitan pizzeria just a stone’s throw from Saint-Maurice church and the Botanical Garden, in Strasbourg’s Neustadt quarter. On the menu, you will find antipasti, salads, 14 different pizzas – or rather pizze, with either burrata or mozzarella di bufala – as well as homemade desserts. Drinks-wise, the aperitivi, cocktails, wine, beer, cola, lemonade, and coffee […]
HiBiKi is nothing like certain sushi shops you can find elsewhere. This restaurant offers a foray into authentic Japanese cuisine. A culinary trip across the world without ever leaving the country! The restaurant has a selection of dishes and 3 set menus: “Hibiki” (3 starters and 2 mains), a “Dégustation” tasting menu, and a vegetarian […]
Alexis Albrecht, the chef at Au Vieux Couvent, takes us on a walk through an aromatic garden, where he introduces us to a host of wild herbs. After a warm and friendly welcome by the chef himself, we are led to our table in a bright dining room with a view of a peaceful stream, […]
As soon as we walk in, the monumental Art Deco-style bar, topped with an ornamental stork, sets the tone for this unique place. The bar is the centerpiece of the main dining area, which also has two adjoining mezzanines, cozy lounges, and an open pre-service kitchen. The main kitchen is in the old vault in […]
Perles de Saveurs is a cozy cocoon of a restaurant, hidden away in a Renaissance courtyard. This charming, paved courtyard, shaded by a chestnut tree, is a calm haven from the bustling neighborhood of la Petite France. The restaurant is made up of 2 dining areas, the main one being an intimate and cozy space […]
Behind crown glass windows in the center of Strasbourg lies a family-owned winstub (a traditional Alsatian restaurant), where authenticity, conviviality and local traditions intermingle. The atmosphere is welcoming and typical of the region: wooden paneling and chairs with a heart carved in the backrest, Alsatian illustrations on the walls (particularly by Tomi Ungerer and […]
After a 30-minute drive from Strasbourg, we arrive in Laubach, a tiny village with a population of only 300. In the middle of the Alsatian countryside, this is where Cédric and Christelle Deckert have chosen to establish their gourmet restaurant (2 Michelin stars) – La Merise. Nestled in a peaceful and pastoral environment, this building […]
L’Auberge de l’Ill is a two-star Michelin restaurant nestled in the heart of an Alsatian village near Colmar and the Route des Vins, less than an hour’s drive from Strasbourg. Trying to pronounce “Illhaeusern” (Illhoyzern) is a journey in itself. As soon as we arrive, we are shown to our table in the elegant and […]
As soon as we enter the restaurant, the tone is set – elegance and character. We climb a narrow staircase to reach the understated and intimate upstairs room, where the interior is centered on quality materials and soft, warm lighting. Honesty’s menu consists of 2 starters, 3 mains, and 2 desserts at lunchtime, 3 starters, […]
La Cloche à Fromage is an absolute must for any cheese lover visiting Strasbourg. As soon as we enter the restaurant, an enticing cheesy scent – similar to the fragrance filling a fine cheesemonger’s – tickles our nostrils. A sign of a wonderful experience to come … Our eyes are immediately drawn to the giant […]
Le Café potager is a “fast good” café in the center of Strasbourg. Savory dishes, both hot and cold (salads, bowls, quiches) are displayed all around the the counter, and there are several vegetarian, vegan or gluten-free options. When you pick a lunch or brunch menu, you can choose to have an appetizer or dessert […]
La Vetta is a family-run Italian ristorante with an intimate atmosphere, located in a small side street near Strasbourg Cathedral. Filomena greets her customers like old friends, and takes care of every table with enthusiasm and generosity. Her husband Antonio – bandana tied around his head – works hard in the kitchen with his sous-chef. Italian pop streams […]
Il Felice, the new Italian restaurant in rue des Tonneliers, is a joy to the senses. Sit down beneath a lush canopy of greenery to savor their generous Italian cuisine with a twist. The interior is classy and modern without ever being austere. The menu (consisting of antipasti, classic or gluten free pasta, secondi piatti, pizza […]
Every six weeks, Les Sales Gosses offers a gastronomical getaway to explore a new French region or “terroir”. The menu is made up of six appetizers, six main courses (including one or two dishes that are typical for the chosen area), and six desserts. This time, we went on a culinary trip to Cap Ferret […]
La Brasserie des Haras offers a modern cuisine, conceived by Marc Haeberlin, chef at two-star Michelin restaurant l’Auberge de l’Ill. After crossing the terrace paved with Rhine pebbles, which leads into the courtyard, you enter the characteristic decor of this meticulously renovated 18th-century stud farm. Steal a glance at the team of chefs moving around […]
Niko Niko is a Japanese bistro with a European twist. The interior is minimalist, with rice paper lanterns as colorful accents. Menu-wise, Niko Niko specializes in bento boxes (traditional Japananese meal boxes). Choose between a vegetarian option, meat or fish, or a sushi or tapas style bento. They also offer takoyaki, gyoza, ramen, and poke […]
Dim Sum Sam, which specializes in steamed dumplings, has an array of delicious dim sum, banh bao (stuffed buns) and a number of vegetarian and gluten free options on offer. We particularly enjoyed the banh cuon (a vietnamese rice pancake) with pork, black Chinese mushrooms, fresh herbs and peanuts, the pork and shrimp dumplings, the […]
Square Delicatessen is open all day, every day. Depending on your mood or the time of day, take a seat on the terrace or inside and enjoy the café’s New York Italian Deli vibe. Start your day with a sweet or savory Deli’s Breakfast (Sunday Brunch is served until 2PM), with a flavored cappuccino or a […]
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