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Lebanese food in Strasbourg: Levanthym

Levanthym, a newly opened café on quai des Pêcheurs in Strasbourg, is a little gem of a lunch spot. This unique Lebanese snack bar uses za’atar as their central ingredient – a house-made blend of wild thyme, roasted sesame, sumac, olive oil, and sea salt. The menu is comprised of 6 kinds of vegetarian manakish […]

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A French restaurant in Strasbourg: Chère Amie

Chère Amie is both chic and cozy. Located in Strasbourg’s tastefully renovated old post office building, the restaurant pays tribute to the art of correspondence, all while offering a generous and sophisticated cuisine. In the Neustadt quarter, Strasbourg’s historic imperial neighborhood, one spot in particular sparks a certain curiosity as soon as someone mentions its […]

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An Italian lunch spot in Strasbourg: Abbiocco

Abbiocco specializes in artisanal focaccia in Strasbourg. Of the three cafés in the city center, we tried the one on quai des Bateliers. Focaccia is a staple of Italian cuisine: fresh bread made with olive oil, both light, crunchy and soft. In Strasbourg, Abbiocco is the place that has made it its specialty, baking all […]

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A Pakistani restaurant in Strasbourg : Shahi Mahal

Shahi Mahal offers a wide selection of flavorful dishes from Pakistan and India in a relaxed atmosphere. We had been craving Indian food for a while and headed to Shahi Mahal. Our meal in this long-standing Pakistani place in the heart of la Krutenau – right between the river Ill and the University of Strasbourg […]

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A homemade brunch in Strasbourg: Chez Nous

Since its opening in 2014, Chez Nous has been run by chef Fabrice and Morgane, who are both passionate about creating a welcoming space, where good food and community go hand in hand. Their “bistronomy”-concept is centered on fresh, local and seasonal ingredients, which are then cooked with care and respect. Every Sunday, Chez Nous […]

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Where to eat tarte flambée in Strasbourg: Schatzi

Located in the heart of Strasbourg, Schatzi focuses on traditional Alsatian cuisine and local producers, with a menu consisting of artisanal tartes flambées, in a convivial atmosphere. In the historic city center around Strasbourg Cathedral, Schatzi celebrates one of the essential parts of Alsatian culture. The restaurant highlights the produce and culinary arts of the […]

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A Mediterranean restaurant in Strasbourg: Tzatzi

In its brightly colored and stylishly decorated restaurant, Tzatzi offers a variety of dishes from the Mediterranean and Middle East. Tzatzi takes us on a culinary voyage to Beirut, Athens, and Istanbul. The menu consists of a wide array of hot and cold meze, salads, pide (a kind of Turkish pizza), roasted vegetables, and hummus. […]

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A pizzeria in Strasbourg: 22 Mai

We’d been looking for a new place to have great pizza in Strasbourg for quite some time. 22Mai was exactly what we needed, and a great find. This promising new restaurant, with its friendly atmosphere and colorful, contemporary interior serves some of the best Neapolitan pizzas in town. 22Mai (22Mai – Pizzo Social Club) is […]

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A Michelin-star restaurant in Alsace: Villa René Lalique

The Villa René Lalique is nestled in a lush, green park in the heart of the northern Vosges mountains, in Wingen-sur-Moder. At the helm of this two-star Michelin restaurant, talented Austrian chef Paul Stradner has composed an elegant, immersive experience in the culinary arts. Built in 1920 by the great jeweler and glass designer René […]

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A gourmet restaurant in Alsace: Au Cygne

Located in a charming, blue half-timbered house in the center of Gundershoffen in northern Alsace, Au Cygne is a gourmet restaurant that combines elegance and conviviality.  The refined decor and muted ambiance of the restaurant create a relaxing environment that is ideal for fine dining.  The “Saveur” set menu consists of three courses – an […]

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A Japanese restaurant in Strasbourg: Yuki

Yuki Café Restaurant isn’t your typical Japanese restaurant, the kind you usually find in Europe. There is no industrial sushi or ramen here. On the contrary – everything is fresh, and house made according to Japanese tradition. A unique culinary experience that will delight the senses. Originally from Osaka, chef Asumi shares her passion for […]

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An indulgent brunch in Strasbourg: The Stork

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 […]

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An afternoon tea in Strasbourg: le LÉONOR

Having enjoyed our stay at hotel LÉONOR in early spring 2022, we recently returned to sample their new afternoon tea concept. Hotel le LÉONOR is located in the former residence of Marshal Léonor Marie du Maine de Bourg. This historic mansion (which for many years served as a police station) has been transformed into a […]

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A Michelin-star restaurant in Strasbourg: Le 1741

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 […]

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A pizzeria in Strasbourg: Insieme

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 […]

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8 brunch spots in Strasbourg

Halfway between breakfast and lunch, brunch is the perfect occasion to enjoy a relaxing morning with your love or catch up with friends or family over a delicious meal. We’ve picked out 8 places to have brunch in Strasbourg during the weekend. Whatever your preference – pancakes, avocado toast, smoothies, danishes, eggs and bacon, all-you-can-eat […]

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A Japanese restaurant near Strasbourg: HiBiKi

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 […]

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A Michelin-star restaurant in Alsace: Au Vieux Couvent

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, […]

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A modern pub in Strasbourg: The Drunky Stork Social Club

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 […]

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An intimate restaurant in Strasbourg: Perles de Saveurs

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 […]