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Just minutes from Strasbourg, in the village of Kilstett, Restaurant Au Cheval Noir has been a local institution for well over a century. The Ennesser family has passed the art of hospitality from father to son since 1883, creating a place where tradition, creativity, and family spirit come together.
Today, brothers Olivier and Éric Ennesser welcome guests into a warm, authentic dining room. They offer a refined, semi-gastronomic cuisine that highlights the best Alsatian terroir, changing with the seasons. The atmosphere is genuinely convivial, the service attentive to every detail. This deep commitment to quality and hospitality has earned the restaurant a place among Michelin’s recommended tables.
The menu puts local ingredients first. Look for dishes like roasted French duck breast with mango and sweet potato mousseline, or roasted hake fillet served with Swiss chard and Alsatian gnocchi in brown butter. Seasonal offerings such as white asparagus from nearby Hoerdt or a mille-feuille of beetroot with fresh goat cheese and smoked trout regularly appear.
The dining experience is built around thoughtful menus: the weekday lunch De Bouche à Oreille, the four-course Symphonie, and the elaborate Voyage Gastronomique, a surprise menu that changes with the market. For Sunday lunch, there is the Clin d’Oeil menu. Each is a careful composition of flavor and season.
Au Cheval Noir is also a beloved venue for celebrations. Four private reception rooms can host between 22 and 90 guests, and the garden and terrace are open for outdoor dining when the weather is fine. Whether for a family meal, a business seminar, or a special event, this Kilstett address offers a true taste of Alsatian generosity.
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