By Veronica Summers
Eiffel Tower in Paris, France
If you are craving traditional German favorites such as sausage, pork and sauerkraut washed down with a beer when you are visiting Paris, France, look for restaurants that specialize in Alsatian Cuisine. Alsace is a region in Northeastern France that is bordered on the north by Germany and the east by the Rhine river. Since the ninth century, this region has switched back and forth between German and French rule until after World War Two when the region permanently became a part of France. Due to its German heritage, Alsatian cuisine is what we would refer to in the
United States as German food.
Bofinger
Founded in 1864, the Bofinger brasserie focuses in traditional Alsatian cuisine and is known for serving the first draught beer in Paris. Feast on Hardoin, homemade pig's trotter with french fries, homemade sauerkraut, and ravioli filled with Munster cheese and a beer-flavored juice. A visit to Bofinger's is like stepping back in time to a traditional German beer hall except it is in the center of Paris, France. Gaze up at the stunning stained glass domed ceiling and enjoy the ambiance of the dining room created by Alsatian carpenters over a 150 years ago.
Bofinger
5-7, rue de la Bastille
Paris, France 75004
011 (+33) 0 1 42 72 87 82
bofingerparis.com
L'Alsace
Located on a corner on the Champs Elysées , L' Alsace is known for its large portions of traditional Alsatian cuisine and good value for your money. Choose from numerous varieties of Choucroute or sauerkraut, braised ham hock or Alsatian tarts. Pick from a variety of German beers or wines such as Rieslings or Gewürztraminer. Dine outside on the large terrace and watch Parisians stroll down one of the most famous avenues in the world, or sit inside the turn-of-the-century wood paneled and beveled glass dining room for an elegant meal. For night owls, L'Alsace is open 24 hours a day.
L'Alsace
39, av. des Champs Elysées
Paris, France 75008
011 (+33) 0 1 53 93 97 00
restaurantalsace.com
Chez Jenny
As you walk through the door, you'll notice the twinkling lights, red decor and the large carved figure of an Alsatian lady in this famous Alsatian brasserie. Choose from various types of sauerkraut, Alsatian quiches, and roasted meats and duck. Finish your meal with a Alsatian apple tart topped with ice cream and gingerbread sauce. Located at the Place de la Republique, Chez Jenny is near many of Paris's famous landmarks.
Chez Jenny
39, Bld du Temple
Paris, France 7500
011 (+33) 0 1 44 54 39 00
chez-jenny.com
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About the Author:
Veronica Summers is an Internet pioneer, creating websites for Fortune 500 companies since 1994. In over 15 years of writing for the Web, she has received awards for explaining complex topics in an easy-to-read manner. Summers holds a Bachelor of Science in technical writing from Carnegie Mellon University. She writes computer- and travel-related articles online.
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