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What to order
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Choucroute
Mentioned multiple times as a standout traditional dish; reviewers praised its hearty, local-style preparation with sauerkraut, potatoes, and sausage, and described it as very good and satisfying.
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Gratin
Called out as the best by one reviewer, with others noting the restaurant’s gratins as a highlight of the classic regional, cheese-heavy cuisine.
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Tartiflette
Specifically praised as excellent by a reviewer, fitting the restaurant’s reputation for rich, comforting, cheese-based local dishes.
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Morbiflette
Recommended as a local specialty made with cheese, potatoes, and ham, and highlighted as part of the restaurant’s authentic, hearty regional menu.
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5
Boîte Du Chef
Directly recommended by a reviewer as a dish worth trying, suggesting it is one of the restaurant’s notable house specialties.
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6
Saucisse De Morteau
Praised for its meaty sausages, rich creamy cheese, and delicious baked mashed potatoes, making it a strongly recommended traditional dish.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 7 to 10 PM |
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| Tuesday | 7 to 10 PM |
| Wednesday | 7 to 10 PM |
| Thursday | 7 to 10 PM |
| Friday | 7 to 10 PM |
| Saturday | 12 to 2 PM, 7 to 10 PM |
| Sunday | 12 to 2 PM, 7 to 10 PM |
About Au Vieux Comtois
Au Vieux Comtois is a French restaurant in Besançon, France, known for classic Franc-Comtois local cuisine. Reviewers consistently praise the generous portions, friendly service, and the stone-vault cellar dining room that gives the space a distinctive atmosphere. The menu leans heavily toward cheese, sausage, cold meats, gratins, and other regional dishes. It is a dine-in spot that is popular for lunch, dinner, and solo dining, with reservations recommended.
Amenities
Service options
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great coffee
- Great wine list
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Wine
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Quiet
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Reservations required
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Checks
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- Meal coupons
- NFC mobile payments
- Pluxee
Children
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Paid parking lot
Frequently asked
What is Au Vieux Comtois known for?
It is best known for a classic Franc-Comtois meal, especially cheese-and-sausage dishes, gratins, and other local specialties. Reviewers repeatedly mention the big portions and the cellar-like dining room as part of the experience.
What dishes are most recommended at Au Vieux Comtois?
Reviewers specifically highlight the Boîte du chef, the gratins, and plates built around cold meats, local sausage, lettuce with mustard dressing, and melted cheese. The food is described as very typical of the region, with mains, dessert, and wine also mentioned as a satisfying full meal.
What is the atmosphere like at Au Vieux Comtois?
The atmosphere is described as casual, cozy, and quiet, with a stone-vault cellar setting and old staircases leading in from a narrow passage. It seems to suit groups and tourists, but it is also listed as popular for solo dining.
Is Au Vieux Comtois good value, and what is the price range?
The listed price range is €20 to €30, and reviewers call the dishes reasonably priced for the portion size. One review noted a full meal with main, dessert, and wine at about €30 per person, which supports the sense of solid value.
Do you need a reservation at Au Vieux Comtois?
Yes, reservations are accepted and both lunch and dinner reservations are recommended, with the data saying reservations are required. That is especially useful here because the restaurant is compact and reviewers mention it as a lucky find with a small, intimate dining room.
Is parking available at Au Vieux Comtois?
Yes. Paid parking lot is available.
Is Au Vieux Comtois kid-friendly?
Yes, Au Vieux Comtois is good for kids.
