What should I order at Schwendi Bier und Wistub?
Schwendi Bier und Wistub
Rosti
Mentioned multiple times as delicious and a highlight of the menu, with various varieties like vegetable rosti and Les roesti Forester praised for taste and authenticity.
Tarte Flambée (Flammkuchen)
Frequently recommended for its authentic Alsatian style, good cheese and bacon toppings, and described as very nice and delicious by several reviewers.
Onion Soup
Recommended by several reviewers for being tasty and fitting well with the overall traditional Alsace cuisine, though one review suggested skipping it.
Escargots
Highly praised as a traditional French dish that was well prepared and recommended especially for those wanting authentic local cuisine.
Chicken
Mentioned in different forms such as grilled chicken and chicken escalope with cream, noted for being well cooked and harmonizing well with wine.
Pork Schnitzel
Mentioned positively as a traditional dish; one review noted it was good but with breading less tasty than German style.
Location details
Place de l'Ancienne Douane, 23 - 25 Grand Rue, Colmar, 68000, FR
Open in Google MapsHours
| Monday | 11:30 AM to 9:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 11:30 AM to 9:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 11:30 AM to 9:30 PM |
| Thursday | 11:30 AM to 9:30 PM |
| Friday | 11:30 AM to 9:30 PM |
| Saturday | 11:30 AM to 9:30 PM |
| Sunday | 11:30 AM to 9:30 PM |
About Schwendi Bier und Wistub
Schwendi Bier und Wistub is an Alsace restaurant, bar, French restaurant, and brasserie in Colmar, France. It serves traditional Alsatian dishes, with reviews consistently praising the rösti, tarte flambée, baeckeoffe, onion soup, and wiener schnitzel. Reviewers also mention friendly, efficient service, a cozy historic setting, and good beer and wine. The price range is €20 to €30, and many guests describe it as good value for its central Colmar location.
Amenities & services
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Onsite services
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great beer selection
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great wine list
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Late-night food
- Quick bite
- Wine
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Counter service
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
- Wi-Fi
- Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Historic
Crowd
- College students
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Tourists
- Transgender safespace
Payments
- Bimpli
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- Meal coupons
- NFC mobile payments
- Pluxee
- Credit cards
Children
- Good for kids
- Has changing table(s)
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Paid parking garage
- Paid parking lot
- Usually difficult to find a space
Pets
- Dogs allowed
- Dogs allowed inside
- Dogs allowed outside
Frequently asked questions
What is Schwendi Bier und Wistub known for?
It is best known for Alsatian comfort food, especially the rösti and tarte flambée, which come up repeatedly in reviews. Guests also highlight the sauerkraut with four meats, baeckeoffe, and onion soup, along with quick, friendly service and a cozy setting in central Colmar.
What dishes are most recommended at Schwendi Bier und Wistub?
Reviewers most often recommend the rösti, including the vegetable rosti and farmhauserösti, plus tarte flambée, sauerkraut with four meats, baeckeoffe, and wiener schnitzel. The crème brûlée also gets strong praise for its crisp top and creamy center, and the local white wine is mentioned as a good pairing.
What is the atmosphere like at Schwendi Bier und Wistub?
The atmosphere is described as cozy, warm, casual, and historic, with a pleasant setting and outdoor seating under a veranda. It seems to work well for groups, tourists, and solo diners, and reviewers say the service is efficient even when the dining room is crowded.
Is Schwendi Bier und Wistub good value, and what is the price range?
The restaurant is priced at €20 to €30, and reviewers repeatedly say the food is not expensive, the prices are very good for the central tourist area, and the value is strong. Several comments mention that the portions and quality feel worthwhile for the location in Colmar.
When is the best time to visit Schwendi Bier und Wistub?
Several reviews note that it can be busy, but wait times are often shorter than nearby places and service stays quick. It is also a useful option for an evening meal because it does not close in the afternoon like many other French restaurants.
Is parking available at Schwendi Bier und Wistub?
Yes. Paid parking garage, Paid parking lot, Usually difficult to find a space is available.
Is Schwendi Bier und Wistub kid-friendly?
Yes, Schwendi Bier und Wistub is good for kids.
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