Bartholdi
Petite Venise, Colmar
Restaurant in Colmar, France
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Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Bartholdi is a sensible Colmar pick for a quieter lunch or dinner in the historic centre, especially when the occasion calls for intimacy rather than a formal tasting-menu setting. Choose it for ease and atmosphere; choose Restaurant Girardin instead if you want a clearly defined creative splurge.
About Bartholdi
Bartholdi is a Colmar dining option with a simple planning profile: it is open for lunch and dinner on Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday, it is closed on Wednesday and Thursday. Its practical appeal is the clear schedule and smart-casual dress code; if cuisine style, chef, menu format, pricing, or awards matter to your decision, confirm those details directly before booking.
A Colmar choice to plan around posted hours
The useful way to frame Bartholdi is as a Colmar option to consider when the priority is a planned meal during its posted service windows rather than a restaurant selected for a specific cuisine, tasting menu, chef, or price point.
If the meal needs a more clearly researched comparison, Restaurant Girardin is another Colmar option to review. La Maison des Têtes or Brasserie Historique may also be worth comparing depending on the kind of meal you want.
Who should choose it
Choose Bartholdi when the decision is mainly about timing, dress expectations, availability on its open days. It is less suited to diners who need a specific culinary identity, named chef, awards trail, or price certainty before committing.
For planning, the key advantage is rhythm. The venue operates both lunch and dinner on its open days: 12–2 PM and 7–9 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday. The trade-off is that Wednesday and Thursday are closed, so midweek plans need a backup. For a broader scan before committing, use our full Colmar restaurants guide.
Planning details
- Location
- 2 Rue des Boulangers, 68000 Colmar, France
- Website
- restaurant-bartholdi.fr
- Phone
- +33389410774
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Bartholdi unfolds at the pace of Colmar's Old Town, favoring unhurried courses, full bottles of regional wine and bread left on the table. The restaurant sits steps from the Schwendi fountain in Petite Venise, so the setting leans into local history and picturesque town-square life rather than modern minimalism. Service is relaxed and without ceremony, and the dining room encourages lingering conversation instead of quick turnarounds. Overall the place reads as a historic, charming spot where the region’s wine story and Alsatian culinary traditions shape the mood as much as the décor.
Best For
Bartholdi is best for relaxed dinners where wine and conversation take centre stage. The menu and tempo suit couples and families who want to linger over classic Alsatian dishes and whole bottles from local producers, and visitors who are here to experience Colmar’s Old Town hospitality. It also works well for diners who prefer a less formal pace than a tasting-menu restaurant — meals are measured and unhurried, making the restaurant a solid choice for those seeking an authentic, convivial evening rooted in regional food and wine traditions.
Ordering Tips
Stick to the Alsatian classics the kitchen is known for: choucroute garni, baeckeoffe and joue de boeuf braisée appear as signature preparations and are good anchors for a meal. The house leans on local producers for wine, so plan for a bottle rather than a single glass if you want to follow the regional pairing logic described — Rieslings and other Alsace varietals feature on lists across the area. Expect courses to come at a relaxed rhythm; allow time between plates and resist rushing the service so you can enjoy the full experience.
Venue details
Ambiance
Warm, authentic, and convivial atmosphere in a cozy winstub with a touch of old-world charm.
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At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Medium
Signature Dishes
- choucroute garni
- baeckeoffe
- joue de boeuf braisée
Planning details
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Also consider
Where to go if Bartholdi is not the fit
For a more ambitious meal, choose Restaurant Girardin; its Creative, €€€€ positioning makes the decision clearer for diners who want to splurge. For a more traditional Colmar feel, compare La Maison des Têtes and Brasserie Historique before committing.
Restaurant context
How Bartholdi compares in Colmar
Against Restaurant Girardin, Bartholdi reads as the lower-pressure choice. Girardin is the clearer pick for diners who want a Creative, €€€€ experience and are comfortable making the meal the centre of the day. Bartholdi is better suited to a relaxed celebration or central lunch where flexibility matters more than a formal culinary statement.
La Maison des Têtes is the stronger match if the brief is French Provincial character in a more established-feeling setting. Brasserie Historique is the safer cross-shop for a brasserie mood, especially for diners who want a more familiar format. Bartholdi sits between those choices: more occasion-friendly than a casual fallback, less defined than the city's clearer category leaders.
If Bartholdi is unavailable, check La Cocotte de Grand-Mère for a homier Colmar alternative or Winstub Bartholdi if the priority is a more traditional winstub-style direction. For nearby casual comparisons beyond this set, Au Cygne, Au Soleil Levant, Bistrot des Lavandières, and Bord'eau are worth checking in the wider Colmar search.
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Compare Bartholdi
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bartholdi | Colmar | ; | ; | No published awards |
| La Cocotte de Grand-Mère | Colmar | ; | ; | No published awards |
| Restaurant Girardin | Colmar | Creative | €€€€ | 2026 Relais Chateaux RestaurantsMichelin Guide France & Monaco 20262025 Relais Chateaux Award2025 Michelin 1 Star2024 Michelin 1 Star |
| Brasserie Historique | Colmar | ; | ; | No published awards |
| La Maison des Têtes | Colmar | French Provincial | ; | 2025 Relais Chateaux Award |
| Winstub Bartholdi | Colmar | ; | ; | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I wear to Bartholdi?
The dress code is smart casual. Aim for neat, put-together clothing rather than assuming a formal dress requirement.
Does Bartholdi handle dietary restrictions?
If you have specific dietary or allergy needs, contact Bartholdi directly before booking and ask what can be accommodated.
Is lunch or dinner better at Bartholdi?
Both lunch and dinner are listed on open days. Hours are 12–2 PM and 7–9 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday; Wednesday and Thursday are closed.
What should a first-timer know about Bartholdi?
The main thing is the schedule: Bartholdi is closed Wednesday and Thursday, serves lunch and dinner on Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday. Plan around those windows rather than assuming daily service.
Is Bartholdi good for a special occasion?
It can be considered for a planned meal in Colmar, especially if the posted hours and smart-casual dress code fit your occasion. If you want a comparison, Restaurant Girardin is another Colmar restaurant to review.
What are alternatives to Bartholdi in Colmar?
Other Colmar options to compare include Restaurant Girardin, La Maison des Têtes, Brasserie Historique, La Cocotte de Grand-Mère, Winstub Bartholdi. Check each venue directly for current menus, prices, availability.
What should I order at Bartholdi?
For current dishes or signature options, check the menu with the restaurant, or ask staff what is available when you book or arrive.
