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Victor's Fine Dining by christian bau

★★★ MichelinLa Liste 98.5分5 toques€€€€Creative, Contemporary

The way in which Christian Bau combines influences from French and Japanese cuisine makes for truly memorable results! His unique signature style runs through the entire menu. The "Paris – Tokyo" set menu allows you to experience the best possible ingredient quality and witness his impressive aplomb. It is with consummate craftsmanship that he pairs, for example, the freshest tuna fillet in the form of tartare and raw slices with Imperial caviar, marinated daikon radish and an umami-rich seaweed and ginger vinaigrette, and creates delicate contrasts by adding crispy seaweed chips, fresh cress

Ma Langue Sourit

★★ Michelin€€€€Modern Cuisine

Wholehearted Cyril Molard aims to ensure that the diner enjoys their meal as much as a child devouring an ice cream! Each detail has been endlessly pondered over and then fine-tuned in this snug, trendy establishment. Creative side dishes set out to showcase the flavours of outstanding produce. The chef may add whoomph to a dish with subtle additions of tangy acidity. When he cooks asparagus, you can be certain it will be the best you have ever tasted. The fish is cooked to perfection and the succulent side dishes are paired with sauces that err towards the classical in a bid to shine the spot

Louis Linster

★★ Michelin€€€€Modern French

Louis Linster has added his own spin to the family restaurant. His mother, Léa, made it a first-rate fine dining establishment and her youthful successor is now leaving his own hallmark. The interior is the quintessence of casual luxury in a reworked vein with modern artwork on the walls and a knock-out terrace overlooking the rolling countryside. Chef Louis is upholding the establishment’s classical repertory, albeit with some lively, exotic touches.Don’t expect plates piled high in victuals, but rather creations that underscore the essence of each ingredient in a bid to let them enjoy the li

LOUIS restaurant

★★ Michelin€€€€Modern French, Asian

In the restaurant of the tasteful boutique hotel LA MAISON, chef Sebastian Sandor and his team have forged a distinctive identity rooted in modern French cuisine infused with pronounced Japanese influences. Their seven-course menu, complemented by a succession of amuse-bouches, reflects meticulous craftsmanship through its interplay of numerous components, aromas and contrasts. One standout dish is the lightly smoked ikejime salmon trout, which is of exceptional quality, accompanied by swede prepared three ways – pickled, lacto-fermented, and grilled – and a superb beeswax and vanilla beurre b

Mosconi

★ Michelin€€€€Italian

Gracious Simonetta and veteran chef Ilario Mosconi have been adding an exuberant note to Luxembourg’s fine dining scene since 1986. Originally from Lombardy, the couple welcomes you into a handsome townhouse steeped in swish elegance and boasting a terrace by the River Alzette. The secret of their success no doubt lies in their overriding desire to please their guests. In true Italian tradition, the cuisine is founded on first-class ingredients and everything is made from scratch in a pared back culinary ethos. Rather than a glut of ingredients, each subtle dish sings an ode to the south court

Le Lys

★ Michelin€€€€Modern Cuisine, French

Take a break from the frantic pace of daily life and immerse yourself in the classically appointed Le Lys, dripping in romanticism. The restaurant is established in the historic Villa Pétrusse Hotel, built in 1880 and restored from top to toe. You have a choice of dining rooms, among which the extravagant Renaissance Marie-Thérèse salon whose huge mirrors and frescoes are the epitome of luxury and historic cachet. Chef Kim De Dood has returned to his roots to blend Luxembourg cuisine with big-boned Asian overtones in a superlative venue. Expect to sample a repertory that reveals the chef’s hig

La Villa de Camille et Julien

★ Michelin€€€french

Camille Tardif and Julien Lucas’ knock-out villa is a genuine ode to top-drawer Gallic ingredients. Only the best produce, like Brittany lobster and Provence asparagus, gets onto the table. Chef Lucas learnt the ropes in top French restaurants, notably with Joël Robuchon, as you will quickly taste in his high-flying repertory. His steadfast commitment to sustainable development and his love of Luxemburg produce demonstrate how in tune with his era he is. His delicate craftsmanship and flawless technique can be appreciated in dishes like hare à la royale crafted to textbook perfection: strong g

🕐 Tu-Sa 12:00-13:45, 19:00-20:45; PH off

Ryôdô

★ Michelin€€€€Japanese

Ryôdô embodies Japan’s legendary respectful lifestyle in the heart of Luxemburg’s suburbs. The luminous interior and light wooden furnishings are suitably minimalist and the food is exquisitely served by women attired in kimonos who have a knack for setting you at your ease. It is well worth savouring this fervent admiration of tradition. The lunchtime score is either à la carte or a choice of kaiseki and bento menus, while in the evening, you can choose between Sushi, Vegan or Tasting menus. Chef Ryôdô Kajiwara delicately expresses the full gamut of Japanese subtlety, calling upon the pure-br

Grünewald Chef’s Table

★ Michelin€€€€Modern Cuisine

An open kitchen framed by a green marble counter occupies the centre of this stylishly appointed, street corner edifice. The counter seats are particularly popular, but there is also a friendly communal table available. It is a pleasure to admire Clovis Degrave and his team, who are more than happy to chat and share with diners. We recommend the several course set menu that blends creativity with Japanese serenity.The chef avows a weakness for exceptional ingredients, whose quality he underscores thanks to amusing textures and big-boned sauces. For example, he may gently sear a slice of Balfeg

Fields by René Mathieu

★ Michelin€€€€Seasonal Cuisine, Vegetarian

René Mathieu has set up shop in the Airfield Hotel as he pursues his work with plants. This champion of Luxembourg’s terroir and of the rich plant world continues to grow without disavowing his ambitious or innovative streak. His unorthodox approach to vegetables, herbs and fruits is truly impressive. He presents the raw ingredients of each of his dishes, explaining their qualities and how he cooks them. Chef Mathieu endeavours to shine the spotlight on authentic natural flavours, underscoring them subtly and intensely. His sauces further enhance each dish, adding suave smoky notes which are t

Fani

★ Michelin€€€€italian

La cucina italiana has no secrets for Roberti Fani. After earning a Michelin star in his homeland, he has put down his roots in the Luxembourg village of Roeser, where he demonstrates how far his cuisine has evolved. On the ground-floor of a rather ordinary residential complex, he has opened a snug, stylish establishment, in the company of a seamless professional front-of-house team and a first-rate sommelier. Chef Fani is a seasoned chef who deploys his immense know-how apparently effortlessly in the kitchen, while his brigade of young chefs adds their own creative spin. You might taste class

🕐 Tu-Sa 12:00-14:30, 19:00-22:00; Mo 00:00-24:00; Su 12:00-14:00

Guillou Campagne

★ Michelin€€€€Classic French

Fans of Gallic fare adore Guillou Campagne. This family-run restaurant was for many years in the hands of Pierrick Guillou and the chefs he trained continue to pay tribute to his legacy on a daily basis. Lysianne and Katell, his widow and daughter, also continue to uphold the family tradition of hospitality in this old stone edifice flanked by an exquisite garden terrace. Authenticity and intensity are the watchwords of Guillou Campagne, so you can expect lashings of cream and butter and ingredients such as foie gras and scallops. The focus is primarily on wholesome, hearty flavours, rather th

Apdikt

★ Michelin€€€Creative

Crispy grey shrimps with a frothy espuma of cod and samphire: the signature appetiser illustrates the calibre of the experience you can expect in this former apothecary, which sports an authentic herringbone parquet floor and warm fabrics strewn in subtle industrial references. We won’t say more as chef Mathieu Van Wetteren voluntarily preserves the mystery, as is the case of his surprise menu. With a painstaking eye for detail, his creative streak refrains from falling into the trap of overworking his recipes and aims more for simplicity and purity, with the occasional Japanese accent. Cod is

La Grappe d'Or

★ Michelin€€€French Contemporary, Creative French

Eminently in tune with his region, Clément Petitjean is a proud ambassador of his province of Luxemburg and also of Gaume. This is illustrated by the extremely close ties he has forged with local producers. The view of the meadows and the natural slant of the contemporary interior incite the diner to commune with nature, particularly beneath the fine-meshed cloud structures hanging from the ceiling. A fire burning in the hearth further adds to the friendly, home-from-home vibe in the lounge. Make your pick from the sommelier’s splendid cocktail trolley, before sampling Petitjean’s felicitous c

Alexis Baudin

★ Michelin€€€Modern Cuisine

Alexis Baudin has had extensive work carried out on this building to transform it into a spacious contemporary restaurant. Lovely high ceilings and a palette of beiges bring understated elegance to this space opening onto a pleasant garden terrace with a hundred-year-old cedar tree. The chef aims to showcase local produce in his carte blanche menus: delicious ingredients such as vegetables from small market gardeners, mushrooms from the Meuse, saffron from Guémar, Wagyu beef from cows reared in Lorraine go into beautifully presented and perfectly balanced dishes. Flawless service.

Le K

★ Michelin€€€€Modern Cuisine

This imposing stone edifice near France's borders with Germany and Luxembourg has retained its family atmosphere. At Le K, beneath heavy timber rafters and a Treviso crystal chandelier, chef Benoit Potdevin rolls out refined, delicate fare in tune with the zeitgeist. Crab's legs and claws in a refreshing Calamansi vinaigrette, served with caviar; roast scallops, Jerusalem artichoke and a jus of scallop skirt with Moselle whisky; gin-flavoured loin of venison, a medley of carrots and a gutsy juniper-flavoured gravy are just a few examples. There is also a “Market Garden” set menu, while the mor

Archibald De Prince

★ Michelin€€€€Organic, Creative

Archibald De Prince is going from strength to strength in the company of Rachel, who acts as your charming hostess. De Prince honed his skills as second chef to René Mathieu at La Distillerie as you will quickly realise. Vegetables take pride of place in his culinary score, but not to the detriment of meat and fish. The chef has a knack for sourcing outstanding local produce which he then enhances courtesy of a deft creative touch. He might craft a tartare of locally bred salmon trout with a subtle herby salad, adding a suave caper and parsley emulsion for a final flourish of contrast. The set

Quai des Saveurs

★ Michelin€€€€Modern Cuisine

Frédéric Sandrini has hung up his hat in this pink sandstone and white fronted edifice opposite Hagondange railway station, depicted by a pleasantly low-key, contemporary interior. Your tastebuds will be delighted by the modern, imaginative, ever-changing craftsmanship of this chef who works with painstakingly selected supplier-partners: abalone, hand-harvested by divers in the Bay of St Brieuc, fish from Saint-Quay-Portrieux or Boulogne-sur-Mer and a trolley that stars the work of master cheesemakers. Surprise menus and daily suggestions.

Bagatelle

★ Michelin€€€French Contemporary, Creative

Chef Gerald Schöberl and his team successfully weave interesting Japanese influences into French classics, resulting in harmonious marriages of flavours. Skilfully integrated accents create a certain tension, always ultimately striking the perfect balance – a case in point is the excellent hamachi: lightly marinated, it is accompanied by artfully arranged rolls of daikon filled with fresh cress and finished with a refreshing vinaigrette and delicate tobiko caviar. The food is served as a four- to seven-course set menu. In addition to the wine pairings, the house-made alcohol-free beverage pair

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.

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

Rüssel's Landhaus

★ Michelin€€€€Creative, Farm to table

The charm of this country house already makes itself felt as you approach via a small bridge – the character of the idyllic old mill has been beautifully preserved and adapted for modern dining. The decor reflects the passion that Ruth and Harald Rüssel have poured into their establishment, as does the food. In the kitchen, the chef-patron and his son Frederik act as a dual force at the helm and, supported by their capable team, they serve up a set menu comprising four to seven courses. The classically based cuisine, peppered with creative accents, relies on select ingredients and solid crafts

Bazaar

必比登€€Mediterranean Cuisine, Sharing

A waft of Beirut, a whiff of Athens and a gust of Tel Aviv and Marrakech: this bustling restaurant brings together the best of the Mediterranean. Kick off your meal with a freshly shaken cocktail at the bar as you try and make your choice from the bewildering array of delicacies to share. How about a ceviche, perfectly balanced between sweet and tangy flavours, a velvety houmous or the ever-popular mezze? Spices and fruity flavours subtly underscore each dish. We must admit to having fallen head over heels with the grilled aubergine in tahini, confit garlic and peaches – to die for!

Parc Le'h

必比登€€Modern Cuisine

This trendy brasserie, done up in wood and other natural materials, is in perfect osmosis with the surrounding Dudelange forest. It is run by a veteran who takes the time to listen to his guests. Jean-Charles Albert’s pared-back cuisine is subtle, often surprising but never disconcerting. He may marry creamy risotto, truffles and a skate wing fritter or jazz up steak tartare with Thai or oriental notes, all the while respecting their intrinsic flavours. Something of a culinary landmark in the region.

Brasserie N4

必比登€€Modern French, Modern Cuisine

This friendly family brasserie is not far from the busy N4 highway, but as soon as you see the rolling Ardennes countryside, your peace of mind is restored. The interior is steeped in the charm and nostalgia of the inns of yesteryear. Chef Frédéric Bolis finds his inspiration in purebred French classics, to which he is not averse to adding a generous modern spin. Perfectly poached egg in velvety mushroom soup with wild mushrooms and gutsy Ardennes cured ham: the quintessence of fine country fare, as is the case of the meat cooked in a Josper charcoal oven and the punchy sauces. You have here a

Aux 3 Capitaines

必比登€€Traditional Cuisine

Located in a village on the banks of the Moselle, this local institution has been given a new lease of life by chef Benoit Potdevin (Le K - Domaine de la Klauss in Montenach). Either in the refurbished dining room or on the peaceful terrace to the rear, diners tuck into classic local dishes, lovingly prepared using carefully selected ingredients: eg asparagus with mousseline sauce, pike quenelle with a lemon-infused beurre blanc, free-range Moselle poultry with morels, braised ham with Auxerrois sauce and bouchée à la reine. The food is generous, indulgent and delicious – and served with a smi

Les Épices Curiens

必比登€€Modern Cuisine

When strolling around the area you could easily cross over into Belgium without realising it. But the former train station of this border village, since converted into a lovely restaurant, will encourage you to stay in France. Sample the inspired cuisine and nicely prepared dishes, all paired with good local wines. Lots of taste!

Clairefontaine

€€€Creative French

Clairefontaine is the epitome of unostentatious luxury. This warm, stylish establishment, whose artistic dimension lends it a distinctive glamorous edge, is located bang in the heart of the city of Luxemburg, behind a majestic façade. Arnaud Magnier, a champion of fine goods from Bresse poultry to scallops from Dieppe, is a past-master when it comes to polished Gallic fare. An example: medium rare rack of lamb in a crispy parsley crust, paired with a velvety fritter of neck of lamb, a big-boned gravy and side dishes of the calibre of roasted artichoke and polenta gnocchi, all of which bear wit

Ristorante Roma

€€€Italian

Opened in 1950, Roma was the first Italian restaurant of Luxembourg, and it remains true to its founding authentic values. Seventy years on, little has changed and the venue, adorned with Venetian chandeliers, is still as vibrant and colourful as the food is wholesome. The pasta is homemade and oozes with crisp Mediterranean accents. Examples include pasta stuffed with seafood and a velvety vongole-type sauce or why not order a melt-in-the-mouth medallion of lamb, flanked by a gutsy gravy, mashed potatoes and scamorza? Themed festivals and a varied menu with something for everyone transform ea

La Cristallerie

€€€€Modern French

La Cristallerie is the picture of lavish elegance. Located in the heart of Luxembourg and in the boutique hotel, Le Place d’Armes, the restaurant, which is fully the equal of its host, sports a glitzy interior dripping in gold leaf fixtures and Art nouveau stained glass. In the kitchen, chef Milan Brée draws upon his experience honed in top international establishments. His score calls upon Gallic traditions and exceptional premium produce, reworked with sophisticated contemporary techniques. The calf’s sweetbread is crispy on top and velvety inside, with a succulent intense gravy spiked with

Le Plëss

€€€Classic Cuisine

The opulent Le Plëss brasserie is just as elegant as the swish Place d’Armes Hotel in which it is housed. A quick glance at the menu will reveal that rotisserie and carvery dishes feature prominently in the classic lineup. The veal cutlet is grilled to perfection and flanked by a punchy gravy. You have the choice of side dishes, from Robuchon mashed potato to seasonal veggies, while other delicacies include foie gras in red wine and balsamic vinegar. The meat is carved at the table in traditional brasserie style. A mouth-watering "plëss-ure"!

Equilibrium

€€€Modern Cuisine

Baptiste Heugens boldly steps outside the box to create unexpected, yet balanced dishes, pairing his consummate knowhow with unconventional associations. The chef likes to cook fish (from Brittany) simply and purely, adding a new dimension thanks to side dishes jazzed up with fresh, spicy or tangy notes for added depth and intensity. A fascinating quest for culinary balance. We advise choosing a table downstairs for a bird’s eye view of the zinc counter where the dishes are prepared.

Um Plateau

€€€Modern Cuisine

Um Plateau is casual, smart and hip and the soft lighting on the buzzy terrace sets the trendy tone. Start with a glass of wine or a cocktail in the lively bar, before perusing the menu which offers a fine choice of dishes to share and textbook classics. Examples range from razor clams in a subtle parsley jus to a juicy rib steak paired with a pepper sauce spiked in cognac, unless you wouldn’t prefer a ceviche or a big-boned ossobuco. While traditional at heart, this repertory is not averse to whisking you off on a culinary tour from the Mediterranean to Asia.

OiO

€€€italian

The pasta is prepared last minute, stuffed with a powerful ossobuco and then coated in a velvety parmesan and gremolata sauce. All the ingredients on the menu are as fresh as the homemade pasta. This fantastic Mediterranean osteria which boasts an exquisite riverside terrace on the banks of the Alzette, invites you to an Italian feast of great delicacy. Don’t miss the Negroni or the dessert trolley!

🕐 We-Sa 12:00-15:00, 19:00-23:00, Su 12:00-16:00; PH off

Amélys

€€Modern Cuisine

This bright, airy brasserie, which is a hit with everyone, serves tasty, scrumptious food all day long, and yummy brunches on Sundays. The varied menu features classical fare, of the likes of steak tartare, vol-au-vent and chicken cordon bleu, and more modern dishes, always with the chef’s international signature. Examples range from a tempura of anchovy to seabass in a herby crust and a delicious medley of veggies with citrus fruits and herbs.

Bick Stuff

€€french

A family-run establishment where you will instantly feel at home. Bick is a local word which literally means ‘beak’ in English but loosely translates as ‘food’. Owners Virginie and Denis Laissy have the same goal: to serve good food in a relaxed atmosphere. Chef Denis rustles up reassuringly classical recipes, adding his own distinctive touch. We recommend the set menu.

🕐 Tu-Fr,Su 12:00-13:45, Tu-Fr,Sa 19:00-21:00, Mo off, PH off

L'Atelier Windsor

€€Classic Cuisine

Escoffier, Bocuse: the pedigree sources of inspiration immediately set the tone in this restaurant that champions classical cuisine. The chef wows our senses with excellent produce, spot-on preparations and savvy sides. This culinary know-how extends to the dining room courtesy of tableside service, like a juicy pepper steak flambeed in cognac and then paired with a creamy sauce to die for! Carefully crafted, heroically wondrous food. At lunchtime, this trendy bistro (picture windows, vintage tiles and stylish furnishings) is a hit with a business clientele.

L'Opéra

€€€French, Traditional Cuisine

Colourful artwork adds a vibrant note to the dark colour scheme. In fine weather, the front terrace is very popular. The extensive à la carte lineup, with an amusing set menu at lunchtime, showcases brasserie fare. Fish in batter with a tartare sauce, vol-au-vent of premium chicken or crispy sweetbread and crayfish, served with a fresh green salad and piping hot fries. L’Opéra, which tirelessly seeks to reinvent itself as it builds on its well-earned reputation, never fails to deliver the goods.

Schéiss

€€€french

Schéiss sports a classy contemporary brasserie slant paired with classical culinary know-how in a match made in heaven. The seasoned front-of-house team ensures that you lack for nothing as they seamlessly provide tableside service with flair and talent. The score shines the spotlight on a cast of patriotic classics like shrimp fritters and Liège-style meatballs, all of which with a weakness for powerful sauces and delicate new spins on traditional recipes. The fillet of seabass, impeccably cooked on the skin, is paired with a frothy girolle-flavoured cream, mashed potatoes and steamed spinach

Brasserie des Jardins

€€Traditional Cuisine, Classic French

If only we lived next-door to this modern brasserie… Slick, seamless service, a peaceful patio and a traditional culinary register crafted by expert hands. Gloriously thick fish soup, calf’s kidneys, cooked medium rare, paired with a mustard sauce and crispy fries, or wickedly enticing chocolate ice cream served with fresh cream – to die for! The chef clearly knows his stuff as the varied feast of à la carte delicacies confirms. The knockout wine list further confirms the establishment’s commitment to fine produce.

Hostellerie du Grünewald

€€€Modern French

Fresh, healthy food, but also deliciously generous. This very pleasant bistro with a fine terrace provides an opportunity to sample simple ingredients devoid of unnecessary frills. Save room for the scrumptious desserts. Elegant guestrooms ensure sweet dreams.

Artis

€€fine_dining, international

Hao Guo entirely redesigned the interior of Artis with a brand-new colour scheme of soft shades and a cornucopia of contemporary comforts. The food is emblematic of the veteran chef’s experiences in top establishments in Belgium and abroad. While the backbone of his cuisine may be Gallic, he doesn’t hesitate to add international influences. For example, his bouillabaisse reveals the full depth of the salty seafood and is underscored with a rich, yet subtle stock. Chef Guo has an undeniable knack for sauces and his culinary technique is second to none. The extensive menu impresses, as does the

Hostellerie Stafelter

€€€Farm to table

This hostelry is emblematic of Tom Brosius and his outlook. The interior is warm and elegant, and the flavoursome food is free of fussy frills. He cherry-picks premium market-fresh produce and locally grown ingredients, concocting veggie-led recipes oozing in character. The repertory is rich in pedigree Belgian favourites like pot-au-feu made with fork-tender chuck beef and a delicious green veggie sauce. At lunchtime, choosing between the set and à la carte menus can be something of a conundrum. Comfortable guestrooms await you should you wish to extend your stay in this welcoming establishme

Bistronome

€€Modern French

In this chic bistro, chef Hospital imparts a daily lesson in bistronomy, giving popular dishes and flavours a gourmet spin. The food is as exquisite to behold as it is to taste. Throw in the occasional creative twist and a liberal sprinkling of generosity and the scene is set. In addition to dishes that have been revamped with seasonings from around the globe, the menu also features classics such as meatballs in tomato sauce or rib steak with a silky bearnaise sauce and hand-cut fresh fries. Making your choice from the set and à la carte lineups is always a challenge!

Bonifas

€€french

Bonifas is steeped in the charm of a country inn with welcoming staff and a warm contemporary ambience. Chef Grégory Duranton is an unabashed fan of Gallic cuisine. You can expect rich dishes that star ingredients such as suave foie gras, intense truffle-flavoured pasta and a cut of Limousin beef crafted with textbook perfection and served with a béarnaise sauce of such depth that it will knock your socks off. The lunchtime and set menus are very popular.

Brasserie Côté Cour

€€€french

This nostalgic brasserie enjoys an idyllic location in the courtyard of Bourglinster Castle, together with a terrace on the ramparts commanding knockout views. The warm welcome is perfectly emblematic of the establishment’s sincerity and hospitality. The food is mostly plant based, but there is also a separate menu including generous fish and meat dishes. The rich velvety cauliflower risotto paired with smoked salmon and crushed hazelnuts is a shining example of this bold, no-holds barred cuisine, which is inspired by the surrounding countryside.

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Loxalis

€€Mediterranean Cuisine

Immense floor-to-ceiling windows command a splendid view of the surrounding countryside, with the bonus of a peaceful terrace (weather permitting): the scene of Loxalis is set. Diners are greeted by a genuine maitre d’, who carefully takes the time to explain the appetising menu. The chef subtly adds a modern spin to characteristic Mediterranean recipes, such as his new take on vitello tonnato flanked by a characterful sauce. Familiar flavours abound but with intriguing new dimensions. The lunchtime menu is a best-seller!

La Rameaudière

€€€Classic Cuisine

Daniel Rameau is a connoisseur of luxury produce, among which foie gras, lobster and pigeon, which he prepares refreshingly simply in dishes that blend generosity and tradition. The equally enticing wine list features a savvy selection of Luxemburg vintages. This former village train station and its flower-decked terrace are steeped in vintage charm.

Cômo

€€Italian

Renato Favaro pays tribute to his roots in this buzzy trattoria depicted by a smart urban vibe and a sprinkling of amusing decorative details (like a bumper of the iconic cinquecento car). Old school family favourites set the culinary scene including pizzoccheri della valtellina and fettuccine al ragu, unless you wouldn’t rather sample paccheri al dente in a rich tomato sauce enhanced by shitake mushrooms, parsley, fennel-laced sausage and lashings of parmesan? Free of fancy frills, the focus is on authentic flavours and familiar family favourites. The cherry on the cake is chef Favaro’s fun-l

Bosque FeVi

€€€Mediterranean Cuisine

If your tastebuds start to tingle at the idea of biting into a “croquetas de jamón” and a “crema catalana” with a hint of citrus fruit, then book a table straight away in this exquisite restaurant, depicted by a striking “undulating” wooden wall-cum-artwork. Fernando Andreu conjures up a Mediterranean score with a dash of modernity by delving into his Spanish roots and the odd international influence like kimchi or tikka masala. If you’re in the mood for tapas, make a beeline for FeVi Gaudium, under the same roof of the Seven Hotel.

Aal Schoul

€€€Meats and Grills, Country cooking

The school bench at the entrance and the blackboard pay tribute to Aal Schoul’s former vocation as a village school; it is now a warm eatery adorned in huge works of art. Red meat is omnipresent on the menu, but the chef’s bold, unconventional recipes are what most intrigue. For example, his recipe for poultry breasts rolls out a whole series of cooking techniques, while his highly individual take on a Caesar Salad features a sweet-sour vinaigrette with pili that adds a distinctive kick to the entire dish. An intriguing meal awaits you at Aal Schoul!

Restaurant Mathes

€€€Modern French, Modern Cuisine

This restaurant, on the scenic wine road of this pretty region of Moselle and near a splendid village that boasts innumerable wine cellars and vineyards, is well known to foodies. Today, the third generation is upholding the family legacy and diners will taste textbook classics with a subtle modern spin served in an elegant dining room overlooking the Moselle or on the sun-drenched terrace. The menu is the epitome of traditional and the house signature remains zander – oven-bake, underscored by a delicate Riesling sauce and washed down with an attractive selection of Luxembourg wines. Just the

Le Jardin de la Gaichel

€€€Classic Cuisine

The cosy Jardin de la Gaichel is perfectly suited to its woodland surroundings and commands a splendid view of the huge garden. The chefs excel at crafting textbook perfect cuisine using traditional produce of outstanding quality, such as premium scallops. Examples include a generous slab of fish glazed in a subtle white wine sauce, while a heady mix of sweet and powerful flavours envelopes Challans duck, carved tableside (by reservation) or an amazing seafood platter (also by reservation)… This is unadulterated, uncensored generosity. We recommend staying overnight in one of the guestrooms to

Culinarium

€€Farm to table

This chic, pared-back restaurant with a lovely terrace area is located in the Weingut Matthias Dostert, a winery that also offers cosy guestrooms. Chef Walter Curman draws on his considerable craftsmanship to meticulously create flavoursome dishes. The classics on the menu hint at his Austrian origins – try the appetising Kaspressknödel (pressed cheese dumplings) or Alt Wiener Kaiserschmarrn (Viennese pancake)!

Le bistrot du Kachatelier

€€Farm to table

This sprawling bistro is housed in an amazing glass and wood arch-shaped structure fronted by a peaceful water feature. Harald and Maximilian Rüssel, first encountered at their Michelin-starred Rüssels Landhaus establishment in Germany, add their own inimitable touch to a regional culinary lineup courtesy of a concise menu packed in big-boned flavours. Examples include impeccably prepared cod à la meunière is garnished with a pumpkin-flavoured risotto, crunchy broccoli and a velvety beurre blanc to die for. Indulgent family favourites with a dash of stylish elegance.

De la terre à l'assiette

€€Modern French

Magali and Guillaume Lempens’ colourful venue is the quintessence of comfortable and steeped in feelgood vibes, a large proportion of which are courtesy of their bistronomic cuisine. The latter includes fried cod flanked by a subtle bouillabaisse, white asparagus, homemade gnocchi and a knockout aioli mayonnaise. Big-boned, punchy sauces and impeccable technique bear witness to the experience of seasoned chef Guillaume. Rather than fussy frills, you can expect wholehearted authenticity and no-nonsense rustic fare.

La Régalade

€€€Farm to table, Modern Cuisine

Relaxed and friendly describe both the village of Toernich and the Régalade. The chef has restored his grandparents’ farmstead, tastefully mixing modern and authentic details, hence the brick walls. He specialises in painstakingly crafted cuisine packed in Gallic overtones that results in recipes in tune with their era. Respectfully executed and underscored by fascinating textures. An example: juicy seabass with a crispy skin paired with mashed potatoes, chunks of creamy squash and a gutsy veggie gravy. A restaurant that truly lives up to its name.

Aux Poulbots Gourmets

€€€Classic Cuisine

The rascally, iconic poulbots (street urchins) of Montmartre have now been joined by those of Thionville! Large bay windows, Lloyd Loom chairs and modern light fixtures add to the timeless elegance. The menu features recipes such as lobster salad and seasonal vegetables or pan-fried frogs’ legs…

Brimer

€€€Traditional Cuisine

Fancy a slap-up meal that won’t break the bank? The Brimers deliver just that – and with flair! Their magic formula: know-how, generosity and flavour. The chef works solely with premium produce, a passion he shares with his better half, who has a knack for foraging the tastiest mushrooms. Diners return again and again for familiar dishes like melt-in-the-mouth tenderloin served rare with a powerful pepper sauce, crunchy fries and subtle veggie sides. A feel-good, homely vibe reigns throughout this traditional hotel-restaurant.

WEINrestaurant Ayler Kupp

€€€Farm to table, Seasonal Cuisine

While you tuck into the fresh seasonal dishes, which the chefs here cook up with produce from the region, you can take in the vineyards and the lovely garden. There are two set menus, each made up of three to five courses; you can also choose individual dishes à la carte. The wine list includes Riesling from the neighbouring wine estate. They also offer accommodation in inviting, well-kept guestrooms in the hotel.

Dopamin

€€€€Creative, Modern Cuisine

The impressive location right on the banks of the River Saar is one draw; Axel Boesen's cuisine is another. He cooks in a modern, creative style, bringing in Asian and Nordic influences and dreaming up exciting combinations. He pulls it all together with surgical precision, for dishes that are robust and full of finesse. There is a four-, six- or seven-course set menu and, to go with it, wines from a selection dominated by Riesling and Pinot Noir from the Saar and Moselle regions. The small, high-ceilinged dining area has a sophisticated, chic, modern-elegant interior, which makes for a pleasi

Schloss Monaise

€€€Classic French

With Hubert Scheid's cuisine, this place is nothing short of a culinary institution in the region. His signature style comprises pleasantly straightforward dishes made from excellent ingredients – served à la carte or as a set menu. The restaurant occupies stylish, high-ceilinged rooms that channel the stately flair of these premises dating back to 1783 – once a summer residence. Or you can dine on the wonderful terrace with a view of the surrounding nature and the Moselle. It's also worth taking a look at the wine list, which features many a big name.

Les Plats Canailles de la Bleue Maison

€€€French, Farm to table

The picture postcard scene features a blue-shuttered gingerbread house poised between two rivers. The exquisite neo-rustic interior exudes a romantic vibe. Brice and Martin Thiry have added gusto and verve to this family business. They favour local produce and juggle with modern flavours such as acidity whilst respecting the ethos of traditional recipes. So, fancy sharing a rib of beef, carved in front of you, washed down with a glass of full-bodied wine? Good food and good vibes are the backbone of this endearing eatery.

Schloss Niederweis

€€Classic Cuisine

This tasteful restaurant is housed in the converted corn barn of a magnificent Baroque castle dating from 1751. The decor is a fascinating blend of rustic cachet and modern design – the open truss roof is striking and the two historical carriages on the wall are certainly eye-catching! Sample the flavoursome dishes à la carte or as a set menu, washed down by your choice from the terrific wine list that includes rare finds, including by the glass. Charming garden, a banquet hall and a registry office. On a practical note: easy parking.

Gastraum

€€Modern Cuisine

This modern extension of the attractive Villa Hügel (1914) has a sleek and elegant feel. The ceiling-to-floor windows afford an impressive view of Trier, and the terrace is a particularly sought-after spot in this regard! Savour fresh, contemporary dishes made from good-quality ingredients and washed down with regional wines. The young team in charge of serving you are charming and professional. Cosy guestrooms and a lovely relaxation suite await overnight guests.

BECKER'S Weinhaus

€€€€Creative, Classic Cuisine

The original building, which houses this, the second Becker's restaurant, stands in contrast to the modern new hotel building. The abundance of pale woodwork makes it nice and cosy in this space, which leads into an adjoining vaulted brick cellar. Choose between a three- or four-course set menu and à la carte options. The "business lunch" deal and the "quick lunch" daily special are popular. Pretty terrace.

Zum Simonbräu

€€German

A down-to-earth pub, just the way we like them! Part of the Bitburger Brewery, this place has an attractive decor of solid wooden tables (no tablecloths here!), walls decorated with pictures, and modern details that foster a pleasantly lively atmosphere. The charming team serves home-style regional dishes, as well as more sophisticated options. Cordon bleu with Eifelschwein pork and "Ōra King salmon – tartare & fried" whet the appetite. The inexpensive dish of the day is popular with the lunchtime crowd. You can also spend the night in one of the spruce guestrooms.

L'adresse

€€€Modern Cuisine

This trendy, stylish establishment is now the lair of chef Julien Malaisse who has added a wealth of nuances and high-flying precision to the culinary lineup. A single set menu guarantees maximum freshness, as the deftly crafted dishes illustrate. The chef uses honest, hearty ingredients which he aims to subtly enhance. Marinated salmon trout is quickly grilled, before he adds a zest of lemon, pairing it with kiwi sorbet, fresh fennel and a subtle aniseed-flavoured creamy sauce. Vibrant, punchy cuisine courtesy of deft, delicate craftsmanship.

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.

Torschänke

€€Country cooking, Regional Cuisine

Right next to the Obertor (the historical city gate), Torschänke is a really inviting restaurant. The atmosphere inside is cosy and pleasingly down to earth, and outside there is a lovely, leafy terrace. Dishes with French and Mediterranean influences are prepared using top-notch fresh produce and served by a friendly, attentive and proficient front-of-house team.

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.

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.

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!

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!

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...

Rüssel's Hasenpfeffer

€€€Country cooking, Traditional Cuisine

This excellent alternative to Rüssel'schen fine dining restaurant is very popular with guests! Here in the left-hand side of this attractive country house, the buzzy atmosphere is pleasingly laid-back; the tasty food is made using good-quality ingredients. Classic cuisine with regional influences can be enjoyed as a set menu or à la carte – game and braised meat are among the favourites.

vierzehn 85

€€€Contemporary, Classic Cuisine

The former tithe farm from 1485 - still with a beautiful half-timbered facade - offers homely, modern guest rooms and a very nice, tasteful and casual restaurant on two floors with smaller and larger rooms and charming niches. The kitchen serves really good contemporary dishes from many regional and always seasonal products. Wines from the own vineyard. In summer, the terrace is inviting.

PINK - DAS RESTAURANT

€€€Modern Cuisine

Located in the Haus für Kultur und Sport, in a quiet yet easily accessible area in Schwalbach-Hülzweiler, this restaurant is very popular. The interior with modern lines is tastefully decorated in a palette of calm, cheerful colours, and the broad, glazed façade means the space is lovely and bright. The seasonal and Mediterranean-inspired food is cooked meticulously and with attention to detail. The excellent à la carte selection ranges from beef carpaccio to truffle pasta and fried halibut. There is also a children's menu. Attentive service with a personal touch comes courtesy of the competen

SENSA

€€€International, Belgian

Sensa unveils a warm, natural vibe, which is enhanced by large picture windows overlooking the glorious countryside. The terrace is taken by storm come sunny weather. The elegant restaurant of the luxury Anatura hotel will take your tastebuds on a whirlwind tour from east to west. You may start with steamed gyoza stuffed with langoustine, leeks and just a hint of lemongrass, while a kimchi sauce with grilled sesame seeds adds umami. How about a vol-au-vent for a main, or a juicy hanger steak expertly grilled on a parilla and paired with a pepper sauce laced in vintage whisky? Thrilling and bea

Locanda Grappolo d'Oro

€€Mediterranean Cuisine, Classic Cuisine

It really is a joy to dine at this restaurant, which has been run by the same family with great dedication for years. The decor is bright and cheerful, and warm hospitality and service come courtesy of the lady of the house. The Mediterranean-inspired cuisine is fresh and delicious. The pasta, the gnocchi, the bread… It's all house-made. No wonder this place draws so many regulars from the region.

Coprin

€€€Farm to table

This log cabin built entirely out of wood stands in quiet countryside amidst forest and woodland. The bucolic scene is set for Olivia, the exuberant lady of the house and chef Adrien to get to work and demonstrate how their shared love of nature has shaped their mindset. Genuine ambassadors of their local producers, they take real pleasure in showcasing outstanding produce. Chef Adrien may skin a perfectly ripe tomato, for example, before filling it with whipped cream jazzed up with horseradish, all of which to accompany velvety gazpacho and roast buckwheat. A fresh seasonal menu packed in rus