Where to eat in Colmar? My 9 favorite restaurants
Are you looking for a good restaurant in Colmar? Here’s my selection of great spots! I don’t know if these are the best restaurants in Colmar, but they’re definitely the ones I’d recommend to friends asking for advice. These places have been my go-to favorites for years—the ones I return to without hesitation. I’ve generally focused on restaurants serving French and Alsatian cuisine, since those are the ones people usually want to try during a trip to Alsace.
Summary
- At a Glance: My 9 Favorite Spots in Colmar
- Map of my favorite restaurants in Colmar
- 1. Wistub Brenner – Authentic Alsatian cuisine in Petite Venise
- 2. La Cour des Anges – Organic, vegetarian, and vegan tarte flambées in downtown
- 3. Jadis et Gourmande – The Generous Alsatian Restaurant
- 4. Le Quai 21 – A Mediterranean restaurant on the waterfront
- 5. L'Épicurien – Colmar's Must-Visit Bistronomic Restaurant
- 6. La Cocotte de Grand-Mère – Intimate French cuisine in the city center
- 7. Restaurant l'Echevin – Fine Dining and a View of Little Venice
- 8. La Fleur de Sel – Flambeed tarts overlooking the canal; no reservations required
- 9. Au Soleil Levant – The Best Japanese Restaurant in Colmar
- Frequently Asked Questions About Restaurants in Colmar
At a Glance: My 9 Favorite Spots in Colmar
| Restaurant | Kitchen | Neighborhood | Budget |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wistub Brenner | Alsatian | Little Venice | €€ |
| La Cour des Anges | French, vegetarian/vegan/gluten-free options | Ancienne Douane Square | € |
| Once Upon a Time and a Foodie | Alsatian | Fruit Market Square | € |
| Quay 21 | French, with Mediterranean influences | Little Venice | €€€ |
| The Epicurean | Bistronomic | Little Venice | €€€ |
| Grandma’s Casserole | French | Downtown | €€ |
| L’Echevin Restaurant | French Gourmet | Little Venice | €€€ |
| Fleur de Sel | Alsatian | Little Venice | € |
| In the Land of the Rising Sun | Japanese | Historic District | €€ |
Map of my favorite restaurants in Colmar
1. Wistub Brenner – Authentic Alsatian cuisine in Petite Venise
I liked
- Alsatian cuisine with good products.
- The location, in the heart of Little Venice
- The large terrace in summer, the decoration inside
- Friendly service
I liked less
- Nothing!
The first time I went to the Wistub Brenner, I was 18 years old and it was my first time in Alsace. Since then, I have grown up, I live in Colmar and the Wistub Brenner is the place where I bring my friends to taste good traditional Alsatian food. I have never been disappointed!
You can taste a good sauerkraut, bibalaskas, a pie of the valley or pork shank… Many specialties of Alsace! Chef Daniel Queille’s philosophy:“Buy the best from the best and make it simple but good“. Personally, it speaks to me!
📍 1 rue Turenne, 68000 Colmar – 🔗 View hours and make a reservation at the Wistub Brenner
2. La Cour des Anges – Organic, vegetarian, and vegan tarte flambées in downtown
I liked
- Home-made, organic and local
- Delicious and different dishes from what you can find elsewhere in Colmar
- Suitable for all diets!
I liked less
- Vegetable flambéed pie a bit bland
La Cour des Anges is exactly the kind of restaurant I love: located in the center of Colmar while being a bit sheltered, with a well decorated room and a nice terrace, and where you eat of course very well!
On the menu, homemade dishes, with an emphasis on organic and local products (the producers are proudly mentioned on the menu) and suitable for all types of diets. Whether you are vegetarian, vegan or carnivore, you will find what you are looking for. I personally enjoyed it!
Even if the dishes are generally not “traditional Alsatian” (which is also good!), I advise you to try the flambéed tarts, whose pastry is home-made (it’s rare!) and the filling is of great quality.
🌱 The menu features vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free tartes flambées—one of Colmar’s most comprehensive options for these dietary preferences.
📍 4 Place de l’Ancienne Douane, 68000 Colmar – 🔗 View the Cour des Anges hours
3. Jadis et Gourmande – The Generous Alsatian Restaurant
I liked
- Tasty and hearty dishes
- Varied Alsatian cuisine
- Warm atmosphere
I liked less
- Sometimes dry reception
I already talked to you about Jadis et Gourmande in my article about the best tea rooms in Colmar. In addition to the afternoon tea room, Jadis et Gourmande is a restaurant open for lunch.
The place is really warm, with a brocante style decoration and teddy bears everywhere. You feel good right away!
As for the cuisine, Jadis et Gourmande offers many traditional Alsatian dishes, but more original than the sauerkraut and baeckeoffe that can be found everywhere. For example, you can taste a meat pie, fleischnakas, lawerknepfla… Mostly meat dishes but some vegetarian dishes are also on the menu. Everything is tasty and served in very generous portions. Save a little room for dessert, the pies are huge and fabulous (the best in Colmar for me… In spring I can’t resist the rhubarb meringue pie) and the delicious chestnut torch as well.
The only drawback is the sometimes dry welcome of the owner. Otherwise, the service is generally pleasant. Don’t forget to make a reservation: it’s a crowded restaurant, even in the low tourist season!
🐻 Reservations can only be made by phone—please keep this in mind before coming in.
📍 8 Place du Marché aux Fruits, 68000 Colmar – 🔗 View Jadis et Gourmande’s hours and reviews
4. Le Quai 21 – A Mediterranean restaurant on the waterfront
I liked
- Refined and original cuisine based on fresh products
- Elegant decoration
I liked less
- Nothing!
Located in Colmar’s Petite Venise district, the restaurant Le Quai 21 is a good address, housed in the premises of the former “Les 3 poissons” restaurant, which was an institution. On the menu, tasty cuisine with Mediterranean touches, served in an attractive setting combining wood panelling and contemporary elements.
📅 The restaurant is closed on Sundays and Mondays, and the menu changes about every six weeks.
5. L’Épicurien – Colmar’s Must-Visit Bistronomic Restaurant
I liked
- Good food
- Friendly atmosphere
- Nice wine list
I liked less
- Nothing!
L’Épicurien is a bistronomic restaurant run by Nicolas Groell (who trained in Gordon Ramsay’s kitchens) and Noémie Mann, located in the heart of Colmar’s Petite Venise. The menu features exceptional ingredients: premium meats (Highland Longhorn beef, Bellota Iberian pluma), house-made foie gras, scallops… All of this is paired with a wine list of over 500 wines, most of which are from Alsace. The setting, with its exposed stone walls and old beams, adds to the restaurant’s charm.
🍷 The wine cellar features over 500 wines: feel free to ask our staff for recommendations on the perfect pairing.
📍 11 Rue Wickram, 68000 Colmar – 🔗 View L’Épicurien’s hours
6. La Cocotte de Grand-Mère – Intimate French cuisine in the city center
I liked
- A delicious cuisine based on fresh and seasonal products
- The place: a small and nicely decorated space in which you feel good
- Friendly welcome
I liked less
- At dinner, I would have liked a little more generous portions considering the price
La Cocotte de Grand-mère is a small restaurant offering French cuisine. All the products are fresh, seasonal and the dishes are home-made. The menu changes every day. A unique menu is offered at lunchtime (it can be consulted on the website). In the evening, you can choose from a small menu of suggestions. A very nice place to enjoy!
🪑 The restaurant has only 7 to 8 tables and serves dinner only: reservations are required.
📍 14 Place de l’École, 68000 Colmar – 🔗 View the hours for La Cocotte de Grand-mère
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7. Restaurant l’Echevin – Fine Dining and a View of Little Venice
I liked
- The delicious menu of the day, available at lunchtime including Saturdays
- The decoration
- The location, in the heart of Little Venice
- The children’s menu with market products
I liked less
- Cold reception and a little bit of a stilted service
- Service a little long
The restaurant l’Echevin is the gastronomic restaurant of the hotel Le Maréchal, located on the banks of the Lauch river in the heart of the Little Venice in Colmar. Hard to find a better situation! During the summer months, it is even possible to have lunch on the terrace by the water.
L’Echevin offers very good French cuisine and good regional products. The decoration, in a very classical style, is successful. I had a great time!
🌊 During the warmer months, ask for a table on the terrace along the Lauch River, right in the heart of Little Venice.
🔗 View the hours for the restaurant L’Echevin
8. La Fleur de Sel – Flambeed tarts overlooking the canal; no reservations required
I liked
- Simple but quality cuisine
- Good value for money
- Very friendly welcome
- Nice terrace in summer
I liked less
- Very small room, but it has its charm
La Fleur de Sel is a restaurant located in the Petite Venise in Colmar. The room is very small, which gives it a very special atmosphere. Surprising at first but finally nice! In summer, La Fleur de Sel has a very nice terrace on one of the quays of La petite Venise. The welcome is very warm.
On the menu, tarts flambées and suggestions of Alsatian cuisine. A good little address!
🚫 Please note: This restaurant does not take reservations. It’s best to arrive early—especially during peak hours—to be sure you’ll get a table.
📍 9 Quai de la Poissonnerie, 68000 Colmar – 🔗 View La Fleur de Sel’s hours
9. Au Soleil Levant – The Best Japanese Restaurant in Colmar
I liked
- Excellent sushi and giozas. I also tried some excellent little doughnuts as an appetizer
- For those who do not like raw fish, the menu offers many other dishes
- Friendly welcome
I liked less
- Decoration correct but lacking a little charm
If you are looking for a good Japanese restaurant in Colmar, or even in Alsace, I have the address you need!
I’ve tried a lot of Japanese restaurants in France, but Le Soleil Levant is definitely one of the best. It’s quite simple, I’ve never eaten sushi that melts like this.
At the helm is a true Japanese chef, Yasuaki Sato, originally from Yokohama.
🏅 Chef Yasuaki Sato received the “Authentic Cuisine” designation for his work in traditional Japanese cuisine.
📍 15 Berthe Molly Street, 68000 Colmar – 🔗 View the Soleil Levant’s hours
Frequently Asked Questions About Restaurants in Colmar
What’s the best restaurant in Colmar?
There isn’t one “best” restaurant in Colmar—it all depends on what you’re looking for. For traditional Alsatian cuisine, Wistub Brenner or Jadis et Gourmande are safe bets. For a more gourmet dining experience, L’Echevin or Quai 21 are better choices.
Where can you eat on a budget in Colmar?
Jadis et Gourmande offers hearty dishes ranging from €10 to €30; it’s one of the most affordable options in this selection, while still serving generous, homemade cuisine.
Where to eat in Colmar’s Little Venice?
Several of the restaurants in this selection are located in this iconic neighborhood: Wistub Brenner, Quai 21, L’Épicurien, L’Echevin, and La Fleur de Sel.
Should you make a reservation at a restaurant in Colmar?
This is highly recommended, especially for small restaurants like La Cocotte de Grand-Mère (7 to 8 tables) or Jadis et Gourmande (reservations by phone only). On the other hand, La Fleur de Sel does not take reservations: it’s best to arrive early.
Which restaurant should you choose for a romantic dinner in Colmar?
The restaurant L’Echevin, with its terrace along the Lauch River during the summer months, L’Épicurien with its carefully curated food-and-wine pairings, and Quai 21 in Petite Venise are all great options for a romantic dinner for two.