La Taverne Alsacienne

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La Taverne Alsacienne – Bib Gourmand in Colmar, France

A Family Affair in Ingersheim

Just outside Colmar, in the quiet village of Ingersheim, La Taverne Alsacienne has been a destination for those seeking thoughtful, regionally rooted cooking. The Guggenbuhl family runs the dining room and kitchen with a philosophy that is both simple and exacting: source the finest local ingredients and treat them with respect. The result is a cuisine that is creative and inspired, yet grounded in the traditions of Alsace.

Creative Alsatian Cuisine

The kitchen blends classic Alsatian dishes with modern techniques and global accents. The menu changes with the seasons, always highlighting what is best from the market. Starters might include house-made foie gras with a seasonal chutney, or a tataki of tuna with an Asian-style mayonnaise and rice chips. Mains range from filet of cod with courgette carbonara and Parmesan cream to a pavé of veal with homemade spaetzles and wild garlic pesto. The vegetarian and vegan menu, at a very accessible €25, proves that the kitchen’s creativity extends well beyond meat and fish.

A Bib Gourmand Recognition

Michelin has awarded La Taverne Alsacienne a Bib Gourmand for 2026, a distinction that celebrates good quality cooking at a reasonable price. It is a fitting nod to the Guggenbuhl family’s commitment to generous, well-executed meals without pretension. The wine list is carefully selected, and the chef offers a two-glass pairing formula to accompany your meal.

The Dining Experience

The dining room is warm and welcoming, with outdoor seating available in fine weather. Service is attentive but unhurried, allowing you to linger over a meal. Whether you choose the market menu (€39), the seasonal menu (€60), or the more elaborate Taverne menu (€65), each course reflects a kitchen that knows its terroir and its craft. The house-made foie gras, the delicate fish preparations, and the desserts — like a chocolate croustillant with sesame praline and yuzu gel — are memorable.

La Taverne Alsacienne is a place where Alsatian hospitality meets modern gastronomy, and where every meal feels like a genuine expression of place.