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Best restaurants in Metz

8 guide-listed restaurants — Michelin, Bib Gourmand, Black Pearl, Must-Eat List, World's 50 Best and more. Reference quality signals; never ranked by commission, no in-app checkout.

Michelin-starred 2

Timilìa

★ Michelin€€€Italian, Creative

A charming little Italian restaurant run by a chef who hails from Lorraine but has Sicilian roots, and his Milanese partner. By no means fixated on the classic repertoire, the restaurant serves a tasting menu entitled "Scoperta della Pasta", which showcases their house-made pasta. Much care goes into dishes that incorporate top-notch, at times premium ingredients, many imported from Italy. With its pared-back decor, just a handful of tables, dark parquet flooring, white walls and colourful Abstract paintings, the interior is both contemporary and intimate. Excellent selection of local wines.

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Yozora

★ Michelin€€€€Creative

In the heart of the Centre Pompidou-Metz is one of the few fine dining restaurants to be located in a French museum. The sleek, bright space is housed in a glass and metal setting with glimpses of the canopy of this stunning building; wood and cardboard furniture designed by Shigeru Ban adds to the serenity of the place. Roxane and Charles Coulombeau homed in on the smallest of details in a quest for excellence when it comes to the table design. A big fan of Japan, where he used to work, the chef cleverly combines seasonal ingredients from Lorraine with his passion for the Land of the Rising S

TripAdvisor review sample · 4.6/5 · 94 reviews

Located at the Pompidou Center, Yozora offers creative cuisine in a refined, cozy atmosphere. Reviews frequently praise high food quality, attentive service, and a welcoming setting, highlighting divine langoustine starters and unique tamagoyaki. However, inconsistencies exist: desserts are sometimes described as uninspired or original but lacking flavor, while specific items like potatoes were reported undercooked. Pacing is criticized as too rapid, and chair comfort is noted as poor. Some guests found the value questionable during special occasions. Despite these mixed points, the restaurant delivers a memorable culinary journey with surprising blends, best suited for diners seeking innovation who can tolerate a brisk pace.

Suitable for diners seeking innovative cuisine who can tolerate a brisk pace.

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Other guide picks 6

83 Restaurant

€€Italian

A ten - minute walk from the Centre Pompidou - Metz, this pleasant restaurant showcases Italian food, through carefully selected ingredients (charcuterie, burrata, pasta, wild fish, purebred meats). And to accompany it all, a fine selection of Italin wines!

TripAdvisor review sample · 4.3/5 · 57 reviews

Located in Metz, 83 Restaurant offers Italian cuisine with a French flair. Reviews highlight high food quality, superb sauces, and an extensive Italian wine list, supported by generally professional and welcoming service. However, criticisms focus on small portion sizes, high prices relative to quantity, and a cramped, noisy atmosphere lacking privacy due to tight seating and poor acoustics. Some guests noted inconvenience with menu availability and occasional impersonal service. While praised for its refined taste and wine selection, the physical constraints and value concerns are significant drawbacks for some diners.

Suitable for diners prioritizing flavor and wine selection who can tolerate a cramped environment.

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Derrière

€€Modern Cuisine

In this dinky restaurant with the kitchen at the ‘front’ and the dining area in the ‘rear’ of the dining area, the chef whips up familiar dishes, blessedly free of fads and with the greatest respect for the ingredient. A few examples: juicy Black Angus steak and calf’s sweetbread with morels. Relaxed casual vibe.

TripAdvisor review sample · 3.5/5 · 80 reviews

Derrière in Metz offers modern cuisine in a relaxed, cafe-like atmosphere. Reviews are mixed regarding food quality; while some praise the creative surprise menus, precise execution, and excellent wine pairings, others criticize bland flavors and insufficient portion sizes. Service is generally described as friendly and welcoming, though the entrance can be confusing. Ambiance is noted as cozy and smart, contrasting with formal dining rooms. However, concerns about value persist due to small quantities and inconsistent seasoning. It is a place where the experience varies significantly based on the specific menu chosen and individual expectations.

Suitable for diners seeking a relaxed vibe and creative surprise menus who accept smaller portions.

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La Réserve

€€Modern Cuisine

In a 16C former larder and storeroom, nowadays the Citadelle Hotel, the culinary score reveals a gourmet streak paired with a generous nature: roast turbotin, butternut in almond milk and baby veg; fillet of organic Moselle beef, potato pie and Chinese cabbage… A storeroom with plenty of surprises in store!

TripAdvisor review sample · 4.0/5 · 80 reviews

La Réserve in Metz offers modern cuisine with mixed reviews. Food quality is polarized: some praise rich flavors and artistic presentation accommodating dietary needs, while others report blandness, cooking errors, and lack of creativity. Service varies significantly; many find it efficient and friendly, but serious complaints cite negligence, slow pacing, and hygiene issues. The atmosphere is described as warm and colorful, yet noise levels and lighting have drawn criticism. Value perceptions differ, with some finding prices reasonable and others feeling the experience does not match expectations.

Suitable for diners seeking modern creative cuisine who can tolerate inconsistent service details; verify menu options in advance.

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La Lanterne

€€€Modern Cuisine

La Lanterne is inspired by "La Lanterne du Bon Dieu", the nickname given to Metz Cathedral, which looms over the restaurant. It is run by a young couple who really give it their all: chef Célia Bertrand, originally from Metz, and Romain Bouchesèche, from the Jura, who takes care of matters in the dining room and in the wine cellar. They propose modern cuisine (pollack, morels, vin jaune) that draws inspiration from the Jura, where they met.

TripAdvisor review sample · 4.4/5 · 80 reviews

Located near Metz Cathedral, La Lanterne offers modern fine dining. Reviews highlight high food quality, balanced flavors, and fresh seasonal ingredients, complemented by professional service and a warm, romantic atmosphere, with some guests appreciating the terrace views. However, negative feedback points out small portion sizes, questionable value for money, particularly regarding expensive wine packages and billing disputes. Overall, it suits diners seeking high-quality gastronomy, though portion sizes and pricing should be considered.

Suitable for diners prioritizing food quality and service over portion size and price.

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Le Jardin de Bellevue

€€€Modern Cuisine

The elegant and comfortable setting of this century-old building is now the restaurant of Élise and Paul Fabuel. He is the young chef who appeared on French TV's Objectif Top Chef and worked at À Table (Metz) and À l'Échevin (Colmar). Here, he cooks up appealing seasonal cuisine: foie gras with raspberry and verbena; roasted turbot fillet, einkorn and a foamy citrus-y butter; Condé-Northen free-range chicken supreme, corn and a smoked pan jus...

TripAdvisor review sample · 4.5/5 · 80 reviews

Le Jardin de Bellevue offers modern cuisine in Metz with generally positive feedback. Reviewers frequently praise the refined presentation, high-quality ingredients, and professional, attentive service within a peaceful atmosphere. However, some guests report issues with slow meal pacing, insufficient portions, and imbalanced flavors, noting limited wine options. While a minority cite declining quality, the majority appreciate the dining experience, making it suitable for those seeking a sophisticated culinary environment.

Suitable for diners prioritizing ambiance and service who can tolerate occasional pacing delays.

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Emotions

€€€Modern Cuisine

In the heart of a rural village, two brothers, Mickaël and Morgan Emo, have enthusiastically treated the interior of this former winegrower's house to a makeover in the zeitgeist. The chef regales diners with deftly crafted, appetising recipes, like carpaccio of scallops with celery or squab in truffles, squash and madeira sauce. Splendid wine cellar and knockout lineup of exceptional vintages by the glass.

TripAdvisor review sample · 4.5/5 · 80 reviews

Emotions in Longeville-lès-Metz offers modern cuisine, generally praised for high food quality, precise flavors, and creative seasonal dishes, particularly the truffle menu. The wine list features local Moselle selections. Service is typically described as professional and warm, though isolated reviews cite coldness or logistical inconsistencies. Ambiance varies between charming historic stone settings and minimalist modern decor; some find the latter lacking character. While many enjoy the refined experience, others criticize portion sizes and value for money. A few negative reviews mention unsatisfactory service attitudes and bland food, contrasting with the predominantly positive feedback regarding culinary excellence.

Suitable for diners seeking refined modern French cuisine and local wines; verify service details in advance.

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