Menus du Restaurant de l'écluse 16 in Altwillier, France.
Nestled along the scenic Canal des Houillères in Altwiller, the Restaurant de l'écluse 16 offers an exquisite dining experience, blending local flavors with refined culinary artistry. The menu is a celebration of seasonal ingredients and market freshness, carefully crafted to delight every palate.
Starters and appetizers
Start your meal with the comforting Crème de topinambours, a silky Jerusalem artichoke cream that sets the tone with its earthy sweetness. This is complemented perfectly by the tender effiloché de canard, a delicately shredded duck preparation that infuses the palate with rich flavors.
Main courses and specialties
For a lavish main, the Menu Plaisir is an indulgent choice featuring succulent joues de bœuf braisées, slow-braised beef cheeks that melt in your mouth, paired with a light and airy espuma de pomme de terre that offers a delightful creamy texture.
Elevate your experience with the Menu Écluse 16, a culinary masterpiece combining fragrant saffron risotto with spicy chorizo, tender poulet de qualité supérieure (premium chicken), and fresh crevettes sauvages (wild prawns). This dish balances robust flavors with refined technique.
Desserts
Conclude your meal with the exquisite Parfait glacé aux marrons, a chestnut ice parfait that offers a perfect harmony of creamy sweetness and nutty undertones. Alternatively, indulge in the Tarte Tatin revisitée, a modern twist on the classic caramelized apple tart, delivering a warm and comforting finale.
Drinks and beverages
The restaurant features a well-curated selection of wines and beers to perfectly accompany your meal. Whether you prefer a crisp white or a full-bodied red, the wine offerings complement the diverse menu brilliantly. In addition, a variety of cocktails are available, crafted to refresh and intrigue. Coffee lovers will appreciate a rich cup to close their dining experience.
Special menus and dining highlights
- Menu Découverte: A journey through flavors starting with crème de topinambours and effiloché de canard that introduces diners to the essence of the region.
- Menu Plaisir: Featuring braised beef cheeks with potato espuma and finished with a decadent chestnut parfait for dessert.
- Menu Écluse 16: A sophisticated composition of saffron risotto, chorizo, premium chicken, wild prawns, and a creative take on the classic Tarte Tatin.
