La Nouvelle Auberge

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La Nouvelle Auberge: Michelin-Starred Modern Cuisine in Wihr-au-Val, Alsace

“In this profession, we welcome guests every day, twice a day, and we have always wanted to keep that ‘like at home’ spirit — with the same desire, the same attention for our clients as for our friends or family.” This philosophy, stated plainly on their website, defines La Nouvelle Auberge in Wihr-au-Val. Here, modern cuisine meets genuine conviviality in a setting that balances refinement with ease.

A Michelin-Starred Table Since 2009

The restaurant’s gourmet dining room has held a Michelin star since 2009, a recognition of its consistent high-quality cooking. The team focuses on creative dishes built around local, seasonal products. Menus change regularly depending on what is available, from market vegetables to fish and meats sourced from nearby producers. The “Menu Découverte” (€88) might showcase Clarisse’s thick white asparagus prepared two ways, followed by Label Rouge lamb with organic semolina, or a fish course with chard and bouillabaisse juice. A “Menu Gourmand” (€128) elevates the experience with noble ingredients such as Kaviari caviar, blue lobster, or veal sweetbreads with morels. Wine pairings are offered, and the wine bar, open Thursday evenings, features over 550 bottle references and a weekly-changing selection by the glass.

The Bistrot and Wine Bar

Alongside the starred restaurant, La Nouvelle Auberge operates a Bistrot open for lunch Wednesday through Saturday. Here the cooking turns toward traditional, family-style Alsatian fare — a rigorous selection of fresh local produce executed with the same exacting standards. The wine bar invites guests to explore a curated list of grands vins in a more relaxed setting.

A Sense of Place

Set on the Route Nationale in the Munster Valley, the restaurant is surrounded by the landscape that inspires its kitchen. The team works closely with local growers and producers, and the menus reflect what the season and the region offer. From the starred dining room to the bistrot table, La Nouvelle Auberge delivers a modern cuisine experience rooted in the warmth of Alsatian hospitality.