The restaurant Au Boeuf, which is housed in a wonderfully kept 184 year old tudor style cottage in…read morethe village of Sessenheim, has been run as an eatery by the same family for four generations. The food is fine French dining through and through, but with a twist, as it concentrates on local Alsatian cuisine using local produce, including Alsatian wines. While there are no vegetarian dishes on the menu, it is possible to politely ask for a vegetable platter, and the chef will do what he can. Non-vegetarians fare very well indeed, with a great choice of meat and fish dishes. The puddings and complimentary petit fours with coffee are to die for, and the selection of refined cheeses is nothing short of stunning. The staff are attentive and friendly, and although this is not the cheapest place in the area, it is worth a visit on special occasions. Do also check out the owners' collection of items connected to the famous German poet Goethe, who was a resident in Sessenheim for a while, for a little bit of history. Very highly recommended.

Don't be put off by the quaint exterior or the traditional interior of this Alsatian eatery because…read morethe food is very good indeed. While one should definitely try the Alsatian dish Flammekueche (or tarte flambée, a sort of pizza base with crème fraîche/fromage blanc , onions and bacon, which you share amongst the table), there is also a range of other regional meat dishes to choose from. Veggies fare well with the Gratinée, on which melted cheese replaces the bacon. As a starter, I would recommend the crudités, a selection of coleslaws and pickles, which is very popular in this part of France. And for dessert, choose the yummy sweet Flammekueche with apples and calvados. Prices are very reasonable and service is efficient and friendly.

Sehr guter Flammkuchen, natur, gratiniert oder jeweils mit Knoblauch. Ganz dünner Teig, suuper…read morelecker. Wird auf einem Holzbrett serviert. Nette Gastgeber, alles Hausgemacht. Auch ansonsten sehr gute gehobene Karte zu fairen Preisen. Als Nachtisch zu empfehlen: Der Flammkuchen mit Äpfeln, der am Tisch mit Calvados flambiert wird.

Lovely place for an outdoor lunch. Fairly large lunch menu with typical Alsatian fare. Great…read moreservice too! The Tarte L'Oignon was served with a salad as was the Salmon Quiche. Both were really good. The Feret Noir Glacee au Kirsch was delicious and just boozy enough. Great first stop in France.

The food was very good. Fresh good quality ingredients…read more Especially the jambonneau was really delicious. Nice authentic Alsatian experience. Friendly staff. The cordon bleu was maybe not the best, that would be the only criticism. Highly recommended restaurant experience! Friendly and welcoming towards kids too.

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