Au Raisin d'Or

Rating: 12
Author: Gault&Millau

68230 ZIMMERBACH

12/20
Gourmet Restaurant

5 PHOTOS

Cooking: French | Local | Traditional
Services: Privatization

Gault&Millau's review 2026

Ever since Joël and Muriel Jamm handed this village house over to Laurie and William Moser, the place seems to have gained a more natural feel, a youthful vibe, and a cheerful atmosphere. Stepping inside is like entering an Alsatian inn that’s been tastefully revitalized: exposed stone walls, a fireplace, winstub chairs given new life with mismatched colors, table runners made of Kelsch fabric from Muttersholtz, and Obernai plates by Henri Loux, rescued from kitsch with a touch of mischief. Upstairs, the dining room—divided by openwork beams stripped back to a contemporary rustic finish—offers the rare comfort of regional décor without folklore, illuminated by naive drawings of Alsace and by Laurie Moser’s smile. The cuisine asserts its Alsatian roots with straightforward, clear, and sincere dishes. The duck foie gras, cooked in a terrine and served plain with red onion confit and rosehip gel, preserves the authentic character of the lobe—sometimes pink—seasoned without excess. The crispy venison pastry—a sort of filo strudel filled with shredded meat—finds its balance in a sweet-and-sour beet sauce and a crisp, clean, well-presented salad. The salmon trout fillet from the Bihl fish farm delights with its freshness, precise cooking, and gently confit red cabbage, but the steamed potatoes, which are dry on the surface, detract from an otherwise flavorful dish. The “bouchée à la reine,” served more like a pure-butter puff pastry turnover, is accompanied by a well-executed veal and poultry sauce, though the generous portion of spätzle on the same plate makes the presentation feel a bit heavy. On the dessert side, the chocolate-citrus pairing lets the cocoa take a back seat, while the profiteroles feature a lovely choux pastry and a well-balanced chocolate sauce, despite a vanilla ice cream that’s a bit crumbly. The wine cellar, firmly rooted in Alsace, features fine wines at reasonable prices. A cheerful, sincere, and lively establishment.