9 Great Restaurants in Strasbourg

Le Tire-Bouchon is a classic Strasbourg restaurant in Quartier de la Cathédrale, nearby Strasbourg Cathedral. It has all the features of a traditional Alsatian winstub (wine lounge) – think wooden wall paneling, red-and-white checked tablecloths, warm lighting and cheerful service, not to mention a satisfying food menu. It's divided into several rooms that are like small living rooms, which enhances its intimate and homey vibe. 

Meats and cheeses, prepared following the regional recipes, are the dishes of honor at Le Tire-Bouchon. Must-tries include baeckeoffe (meat, vegetables and potatos braised in white wine), beer-braised ham knuckle, bibeleskäse (cream cheese, sautéed potatos, white ham, Munster cheese and fine herbs) and strudel for dessert. You'll also find a great range of regional specialties on the daily fixed menus. 

La Casserole is a fine-dining restaurant on Grande Île, about a 5-minute walk of Strasbourg Cathedral and the Strasbourg Museum of Fine Arts. It's a popular place for those looking to celebrate a special occasion or simply want to enjoy excellent French cuisine. 

The basis of its creative arrangements is always a selection of fresh produce matched with skillfully prepared colors and textures, as well as the choice of tableware. La Casserole's fixed lunch menu, available on Saturdays, includes a starter, main and dessert for a very reasonable price.

Cloche à Fromage is dedicated to all things cheese, especially fondues and raclettes. This restaurant is listed in the Guinness Book of World Records for having the world's largest cheeseboard, with 200 varieties on offer. 

The menu has classic fondues with blue or ail des ours (wild garlic) cheeses, raclette, and tasting plates. Order the raclette to enjoy a half-round of raw milk cheese on a traditional machine, accompanied by Rattes du Touquet, or French fingerling potatos. Pickles. charcuteries (cold cured meats) and your choice of wine make for a complete meal at Cloche à Fromage.

La Petite Mairie is a family-run restaurant in Strasbourg, with owner Marie Wagner giving you a graceful and engaging welcome, while her son fronts the kitchen and prepares traditional cuisine. You can find it on Grande Île, about 450 meters east of Kléber Square.

The day's meals are written on the chalkboard menu outside – standouts include homemade chicken liver terrine with trompettes de la mori (black trumpet mushrooms), salade strasbougeoise (potato salad with sausage), fleishkiechle (meat fritters) and kassler (smoked pork) in a pastry crust. Leave some room for dessert, as La Petite Mairie is famous for its kougelhopf (yeast-based cake) and tarte à la rhubarbe (rhubarb meringue tart) for dessert. 

Restaurant La Coccinelle is a charming local eatery in Kruteneau, about a 5-minute walk of Alsatian Museum and Cave des Hospices. It has a warm and cozy setting, with an extensive list of Alsatian cuisine and wines. 

The terroir is a must-try, best paired with bœuf gros sel (slow-boiled beef), saveloy sausage salad, or sauerkraut. You can also find innovative dishes, such as the Munster hamburger and potato pancakes with salmon. All dishes are made with locally sourced ingredients for a truly authentic and quality dining experience. 

Skaechele is a traditional winstub (restaurant, cafe or bar specializing in wine) in Strasbourg's Petite France district. The establishment is led by a chef with the title of Master Restaurateur and his friendly wife. You can enjoy a wide range of authentic regional delicacies that have been lovingly prepared with fresh ingredients. 

No Alsatian specialty is left out in Skaechele – standouts include the foie gras, sauerkraut, jambonneau braisé au pinot noir (ham knuckle braised in Pinot Noir wine), and escargots au Roquefort (snails in Roquefort cheese). One of the restaurant's main draws is its pretty terrace, which overlooks Quartier Historique. 

Binchstub Restaurant is a Strasbourg staple for flammekueche or tarte flambée (flame-baked tart with a creamy white sauce, onions and bacon). Here, the homemade crust is garnished with fresh ingredients sourced from farms in Alsace. Locals often gather to enjoy this regional specialty with Alsatian beer. 

Options at Binchstub Restaurant include onions and lardons (bacon cubes), comté de noix (hard raw cow milk cheese with walnuts), chèvre (soft goat milk cheese), échine de porc (pork shoulder) and roquette (rocket lettuce). Tarte flambée also comes in sweet flavors, such as banana and Toblerone garnishing. It's best to be there early as the restaurant fills up quickly and doesn't take reservations.

Brasserie Des Haras is an award-winning restaurant occupying Strasbourg's former national stud farm, which dates back to the 18th century. The dining room is a bright, airy, and wood-lined space around a monumental staircase.  

Brasserie Des Haras specializes in quality brasserie cuisine, consisting of French classics, Alsatian specialties, and exotic-inspired dishes. Must-tries include the spaetzle (pan-fried German dumpling or noodles) and sauerkraut, which go well with Saint-Jaques walnuts and Iberian ham. The menu is renewed every 3 months or so, according to the season.

MadameJulia is a trendy cafe specializing in healthy and colorful meals in Strasbourg. Great for a light breakfast or brunch, its menu includes cold-pressed juices, creamy smoothies, fluffy pancakes with seasonal fruits, and creative poké lawn bowling. 

If you're craving something sweet, check out the extensive spread of decadent tarts on the counter. MadameJulia sits halfway between Place d'Austerlitz and Parc de l'Étoile.