Brasserie Historique
Centre historique de Colmar, Colmar
Restaurant in Colmar, France
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Price
$20–30per person
Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
A brasserie on Rue des Têtes blending Alsatian woodwork and period stained glass with contemporary lighting and relaxed table settings. The room is lively and welcoming, booking is easy, and the location is central: useful for travelers prioritizing atmosphere and accessibility over a documented culinary program. Works well as a fallback when higher-profile Colmar spots are full.
About Brasserie Historique
Brasserie Historique in Colmar is a smart-casual venue with a room designed to balance Alsatian character and contemporary polish. The atmosphere centers on woodwork, a cast-iron wood stove, period stained-glass windows on one side, and more current design touches. Beyond that setting and dress code, specific details about menu, pricing, service times, reservations, or culinary direction are not available.
Ambiance That Does the Heavy Lifting
A strong reason to pay attention to Brasserie Historique is the room itself. Its woodwork, cast-iron wood stove, and period stained glass support the Alsatian side of the identity, while the contemporary elements keep the venue from feeling purely traditional. That combination gives the brasserie a clear visual character without requiring additional details on dishes, awards, service style, or price. If you are comparing Colmar options, Restaurant Girardin, La Maison des Têtes, Bartholdi, Winstub Bartholdi, and La Cocotte de Grand-Mère are relevant names to consider, but Brasserie Historique’s distinction is its blend of historic-feeling details and a deliberately contemporary spirit.
When to Book and What to Expect
Information about Brasserie Historique is limited, so expectations should be set carefully. The dress code is smart casual, and the atmosphere is both typically Alsatian and contemporary. For travelers who care most about a polished Colmar setting with Alsatian visual warmth, the appeal is clear. For a broader view of local options, consult our full Colmar restaurants guide.
Planning details
- Hours
- Monday: Closed · Tuesday: 12–1:30 pm, 7–9 pm
- Location
- 19 Rue des Têtes, 68000 Colmar, France
- Website
- maisondestetes.com/fr/restaurant-des-tetes.html
- Phone
- +33 3 89 24 43 43
Venue details
Ambiance
A unique, convivial atmosphere combining the warmth of traditional Alsace with the polish of a 5-star historic house and contemporary brasserie design.
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At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Medium
- Kitchen
- Traditional
- Menu Format
- A la carte, Set menu
- Drinks Focus
- Wine
- Dietary
- Vegetarian friendly, Gluten-free options, Allergy accommodating
- Outdoor Seating
- Yes
Signature Dishes
- choucroute
- soup of the day
- warm chocolate mousse soufflé
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 19 Rue des Têtes, 68000 Colmar, France
Planning details
Hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- 12–1:30 pm, 7–9 pm
- Wednesday
- 12–1:30 pm, 7–9 pm
- Thursday
- 12–1:30 pm, 7–9 pm
- Friday
- 12–1:30 pm, 7–9 pm
- Saturday
- 12–1:30 pm, 7–9 pm
- Sunday
- Closed
Location
19 Rue des Têtes, 68000 Colmar, France · Directions
Also consider
Also Consider
- Restaurant Girardin, Creative, €€€€
- La Maison des Têtes, French Provincial, French Provincial
- Winstub Bartholdi, Notable alternative
- La Cocotte de Grand-Mère, Notable alternative
- Bartholdi, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
Brasserie Historique sits in the accessible middle of Colmar's dining spectrum. Restaurant Girardin commands the top tier with creative €€€€ cuisine and a reputation that requires advance booking, making it the clear choice for a splurge meal. La Maison des Têtes offers French provincial cooking in a similarly historic setting but with more documented acclaim and correspondingly higher demand. If you want maximum winstub atmosphere and are willing to navigate tourist crowds, Winstub Bartholdi leans harder into traditional Alsatian character.
Brasserie Historique's advantage is ease of access, reservations are simple, walk-ins are often possible, and the contemporary-meets-traditional design appeals to diners who find full winstub decor too heavy or too touristy. The lack of published menu and price information makes it harder to recommend over Bartholdi or La Cocotte de Grand-Mère if you need a clear sense of what to expect before arrival. For travelers prioritizing location, ambiance, and same-day booking over a known culinary point of view, it works. For those building a trip around standout meals, start with Girardin or La Maison des Têtes and use Brasserie Historique as a backup.
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Compare Brasserie Historique
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Awards | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brasserie Historique | 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 | €€€€ |
| La Maison des Têtes | Colmar | French Provincial | 2025 Relais Chateaux Award | |
| Winstub Bartholdi | Colmar | No published awards | ||
| La Cocotte de Grand-Mère | Colmar | No published awards | ||
| Bartholdi | Colmar | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Brasserie Historique good for a special occasion?
Brasserie Historique has a polished visual setting, with woodwork, a cast-iron wood stove, period stained-glass windows, and contemporary touches. Whether it suits a particular milestone depends on the experience you want, because details about menu, pricing, and service format are not available.
What are alternatives to Brasserie Historique in Colmar?
Other Colmar dining names to compare include Winstub Bartholdi, Restaurant Girardin, La Maison des Têtes, La Cocotte de Grand-Mère, and Bartholdi.
What should I wear to Brasserie Historique?
The dress code is smart casual. A neat, polished outfit is appropriate for the atmosphere, which blends Alsatian character with contemporary design.
What should a first-timer know about Brasserie Historique?
First-timers should know that key information concerns the setting: woodwork, a cast-iron wood stove, period stained-glass windows, and contemporary touches. The dress code is smart casual.
