Alsatian specialties you Must Try

One of the most iconic dishes is tarte flambée (or flammekueche in Alsatian), a thin flatbread topped with cream, onions, and bacon, baked quickly in a wood-fired oven. Equally famous is the choucroute garnie, sauerkraut served with sausages, ham, and other cuts of pork, a dish that perfectly reflects Alsace’s hearty character. For something lighter, baeckeoffe, a slow-cooked casserole of meat, potatoes, and onions, is the ultimate comfort food.

Strasbourg is also home to delicious baked goods and sweets. You’ll find warm bretzels at street stands, delicate kougelhopf cakes dusted with powdered sugar, and during Christmas time, traditional bredeles, small festive cookies that fill the city with sweet aromas.

Wine, Beer, and the Winstub Experience

To accompany these specialties, Alsace offers some of France’s best wines. The region is particularly known for its white wines, such as Riesling, Gewürztraminer, and Pinot Gris, which pair beautifully with local dishes. Beer also has a long tradition here, with Strasbourg historically being one of the brewing capitals of France.

For the most authentic experience, head to a winstub: the traditional Alsatian tavern. With their wooden interiors, checkered tablecloths, and generous portions, winstubs are the heart of Strasbourg’s food culture. They’re places where locals and visitors alike gather to enjoy good food, good wine, and above all, good company.

Whether you’re sitting on a sunny terrace in summer or warming up in a cozy winstub in winter, Strasbourg offers flavors and traditions that make every meal memorable. To truly discover the city, don’t just walk its streets, taste them!