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Nestled in the charming town of Colmar, France, Restaurant Maison Rouge par Petit Jean presents a culinary journey through refined flavors and elegant presentations. Their 2025 menu showcases a masterful blend of tradition and innovation, emphasizing locally sourced ingredients crafted into memorable dishes that delight both the eye and palate.
Starters to stimulate the senses
Begin your meal with an array of thoughtfully crafted starters that balance delicate textures and vibrant flavors. From the earthy elegance of betteraves cuites en robe des champs, paired with tangy mustard ice cream and a blueberry vinegar beetroot coulis , to the refined raviolo au crabe bleu with fresh mint, preserved lemon, and a light lemongrass-infused bisque . The starters continue to impress with a Parisian style salmon accented by tarragon mayonnaise, squid ink lemon gel, and clementine Sichuan pepper condiment, as well as a sumptuous pâté en croute featuring guinea fowl, sweetbreads, foie gras, and pickled vegetables. For a touch of luxury, savor the duck foie gras cooked with Jurançon wine, Medjool date paste, bergamot gel, and pear pickles with wild pepper.
Mains that showcase culinary artistry
The main courses at Maison Rouge are a testament to exquisite technique and bold flavor combinations. Enjoy the braised salmon trout accompanied by pomme Anna and a fennel fumet enriched with Noilly Prat. Vegetarian guests will appreciate the mushroom duxelles ravioli with cacio e pepe sauce and refreshing peppermint. Meat lovers can indulge in the rack of lamb with ras el-hanout jus, cumin carrot gnocchis, and a gentle carrot harissa, or delight in the duck breast topped with seared foie gras and a Kalamata olive and charred grapefruit jus.
For a truly decadent option, the Sashi beef filet comes with a morel cream sauce infused with vin jaune and stuffed morels. The menu also features a knife-cut filet beef tartare garnished with Oscietra caviar, beef fat fries, and herbed mesclun, as well as a matured Alsace côte de boeuf served with the same sumptuous fries and mesclun salad.
Desserts to conclude your meal
Complete your dining experience with a selection of refined desserts that balance sweetness and freshness. Choose from an assortment of cheeses from Fromagerie St Nicolas paired with house-made quince paste and herbed mesclun, or a luscious lemon crémeux with citrus segments, candied peels, and minty fromage blanc ice cream. Chocolate enthusiasts will appreciate the warm soufflé tart accompanied by praline, fleur de sel, and Tahitian vanilla ice cream.
Other delicacies include the exceptional rum baba with vanilla whipped cream and exotic fruit minestrone, a bergamot sorbet drizzled with yellow chartreuse, and a pistachio tiramisu-inspired ice cream cup that offers a refreshing finish.
Beverages and specials
Maison Rouge complements its menu with a curated selection of Alsace wines and carefully crafted cocktails that pair beautifully with the German-influenced bistro fare. Whether you choose to dine indoors or enjoy their inviting patio, the drinks menu offers the perfect accompaniment to elevate your meal.
- Starters - Beetroot dressed in its earth, mustard ice cream, blueberry vinegar coulis, crab raviolo with mint and preserved lemon, Parisian salmon with tarragon mayonnaise, pâté en croute with guinea fowl, and duck foie gras with bergamot and wild pepper pickles.
- Mains - Braised salmon trout, mushroom duxelles ravioli, rack of lamb with North African spices, duck breast with foie gras, Sashi beef filet with morels, beef tartare with Oscietra caviar, and matured Alsace côte de boeuf.
- Desserts - Cheese assortment from St Nicolas, lemon crémeux with citrus and mint, chocolate soufflé tart with praline and Tahitian vanilla ice cream, rum baba with exotic fruit, bergamot sorbet with chartreuse, pistachio tiramisu ice cream cup.
