4 Best Restaurants in Alsace-Lorraine, France

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We've compiled the best of the best in Alsace-Lorraine - browse our top choices for the top things to see or do during your stay.

L'Auberge de L'Ill

$$$$ Fodor's Choice

Marlene Dietrich and Spanish opera star Montserrat Caballé are just two of the famous guests who have feasted at this culinary temple, where the current chef, Marc Haeberlin, marries traditional Alsatian cuisine with contemporary nuances. The kitchen's touch is incredibly light, so you'll have room left for the masterful desserts.

2 rue de Collonges au Mont d'Or, Illhaeusern, 68970, France
03–89–71–89–00
Known For
  • Lovely terrace overlooking tree-lined garden
  • Salmon soufflé and mousseline of frogs' legs
  • Great wine list
Restaurant Details
Closed Mon., Tues., and Feb.

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Au Tire-Bouchon

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With its stone walls, wooden tables, and friendly waiters, "The Corkscrew" is the best place in town to sample Alsatian choucroute garnie and flammekueche. The menu also promises some seasonally changing innovations, plus a fine selection of Pinot Blanc and Riesling wines. This winstub is recommended for that guaranteed touch of authenticity.

29 rue du Général-de-Gaulle, Riquewihr, 68340, France
03–89–47–91–61
Known For
  • House-produced wines
  • Outdoor terrace
  • Generous portions of authentic Alsace dishes
Restaurant Details
Closed Nov. and 1 wk in Jan.

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Brasserie l'Excelsior

$$$ | Quartier Art-Nouveau

Above all, you'll want to eat in this 1911 restaurant, part of the dependable Flo group, for its sensational Art Nouveau stained glass, mosaics, Daum lamps, monumental freso (uncovered beneath a mirror in 2023), and sinuous Majorelle furniture. That said, the food is also stylish, and the waiters exude Parisian chic.

50 rue Henri-Poincaré, Nancy, 54000, France
03–83–35–24–57
Known For
  • Platters of shellfish and oysters
  • Open all day every day
  • Signature "Tout Nancy" ice cream dessert

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Le Capu

$$$$ | Ville Royale

Barely a stone's throw from Place Stanislas, this stylish landmark puts its best foot forward under chef Hervé Fourrière. The menu includes old favorites revisited and noteworthy desserts. The choice of Toul wines is extensive.

31 rue Gambetta, Nancy, 54000, France
03–83–35–26–98
Known For
  • Lunchtime fixed-price menu where the starter, main course, and dessert are all served at the same time
  • Variety of Toul wines
  • Stylish dining room and street-side wooden terrace for outdoor eating
Restaurant Details
Closed Sun. and Mon.
Reservations essential

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