Flam's Strasbourg Austerlitz
Flam's is a restaurant chain devoted to flammekueche, the Alsatian tarte flambée, which started out in Strasbourg. Its Rue d'Austerlitz branch lies on the south bank of the Ill, a few minutes' walk from the cathedral. With its all-you-can-eat menus, it is a simple, sociable way to try the speciality.
Flammekueche, an Alsatian emblem
Flammekueche, or tarte flambée, is one of Alsace's best-known specialities. In its classic form, it is bread dough rolled out very thin, topped with cream, onions and bacon, then baked quickly in a very hot oven. Flam's has built its menu around it, presented on its website as the authentic flammekueche. It is usually shared, placed in the middle of the table.
How the all-you-can-eat menus work
The restaurant highlights all-you-can-eat menus that let you try a variety of recipes. It is a good option for groups or families wanting to discover the speciality in several versions without having to choose. Full details of the menus are on the chain's website.
Rue d'Austerlitz, on the Ill's south bank
The restaurant is at 19 Rue d'Austerlitz, across the Ill from the cathedral, which you reach in a few minutes over one of the bridges. The Musée Alsacien on Quai Saint-Nicolas is close by: a visit devoted to regional traditions goes well with a flammekueche meal. Opening hours are long, but check them on the website before you come.
Practical information
Address: 19 Rue d'Austerlitz, 67000 Strasbourg
Frequently asked questions
Where is the Flam's on Rue d'Austerlitz?
At 19 Rue d'Austerlitz, on the south bank of the Ill, a few minutes' walk from the cathedral.
What is flammekueche?
An Alsatian speciality: a very thin base topped, in the classic version, with cream, onions and bacon, baked in a very hot oven.
What can you visit nearby?
The Musée Alsacien on Quai Saint-Nicolas is just around the corner, and the cathedral is a short walk across the Ill.
