Beim Bertchen, Diekirch

Celebrated table

Beim Bertchen

Steve and Marc Martellini lead the sixth-generation family bistro in Wahlhausen, serving dry-aged Aubrac beef and regional specialties recognized by Gault&Millau.

The story

Beim Bertchen, Wahlhausen: Regional BBQ and Traditional Luxembourgish Cooking

Heritage and leadership

Beim Bertchen anchors the rural community of Wahlhausen, where Steve and Marc Martellini guide the kitchen through their sixth generation of stewardship. The brothers assumed joint management in July 2025, preserving the character of one of Luxembourg's oldest bistros while directing a culinary program rooted in regional traditions and authentic Luxembourgish cuisine. Their operation prioritizes local sourcing, ensuring that the menu reflects the agricultural output of the surrounding area without drifting into unnecessary complexity.

Fire and flavor

A prominent grill opens fully onto the dining floor, giving diners a clear view of dry-aged Aubrac beef roasting over glowing coals. This open layout reinforces the restaurant's credibility among barbecue specialists, securing a place in the top 100 best BBQ restaurants in Luxembourg according to Restaurant Guru. Appetizers like cheese croquettes prepared with local curds whet the appetite, leading to mains such as spare ribs that achieve a remarkable tenderness through controlled smoking.

Drinks and setting

The drink selection aligns with the food's regional focus, showcasing homemade gin that arrives alongside dishes built from local produce. The interior maintains a bucolic character suited to the bistro's long history in the rural north, creating a setting where the emphasis rests on honest cooking. Patrons experience a steady commitment to quality, as the kitchen pairs open-grill techniques with ingredients sourced from the region to sustain the spirit of authentic Luxembourgish cuisine.

Recognition

Awards & accolades

2026
Gault&Millau
12
12

Details

At a glance

Gault&Millau 2026 — 12

History

On the record

Established

Location

Find us

Am Duerf 37, 9841 Wahlhausen, LU
Diekirch, Luxembourg
+352 92 16 21
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