AU XVI
Gevrey-Chambertin
Restaurant in Gevrey-Chambertin, France
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Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
AU XVI is a practical Gevrey-Chambertin pick for travelers who want an easy village meal around wine appointments rather than a trophy booking. The case for going is convenience and flexibility; for a more clearly defined traditional or modern dining brief, compare it with Bistrot Lucien and La Table d'Hôtes - La Rôtisserie du Chambertin.
About AU XVI
AU XVI is a restaurant in Gevrey-Chambertin with lunch service Wednesday through Sunday and dinner service Wednesday through Saturday. It is best presented as a local dining option rather than as a restaurant defined by a specific cuisine, chef, menu format, price tier, or awards.
That narrower framing is useful for planning. AU XVI can fit a Gevrey-Chambertin itinerary when the main need is a meal in town during its listed opening hours. The recommendation should stay practical: consider it when its schedule and location work for the day.
Book for a Gevrey-Chambertin meal, not a trophy reservation
AU XVI is best understood through the basics: it is in Gevrey-Chambertin, the dress code is smart casual, the listed hours cover lunch from Wednesday through Sunday, with dinner from Wednesday through Saturday. Those facts make it relevant for visitors comparing where to eat in Gevrey-Chambertin, without defining a specific dining style beyond that.
If the meal itself is the anchor of the trip, compare carefully against nearby options that better match the style, budget, or experience you want. If the meal is meant to fit around time in Gevrey-Chambertin, AU XVI remains a direct option to consider.
Where it fits in a Gevrey-Chambertin day
Lunch is available Wednesday through Sunday from 12–2:30 PM. Dinner is available Wednesday and Thursday from 7–11 PM, Friday and Saturday from 7–11:30 PM. AU XVI is closed on Monday and Tuesday, Sunday has lunch service only.
For a broader plan, use the Gevrey-Chambertin restaurants guide to compare dining options. Quick reference: choose AU XVI when its Gevrey-Chambertin location and listed hours fit your schedule, rather than as an award, chef, or tasting-menu-driven stop.
Planning details
- Location
- 61 Rte de Beaune, 21220 Gevrey-Chambertin, France
- Phone
- +33380431388
The take
The Take
The Vibe
AU XVI reads like a restaurant that belongs to its landscape. Set on the Route de Beaune in Gevrey‑Chambertin, the dining room orients itself around the vines, soils and producers that shape Côte de Nuits cooking. The copy foregrounds centuries of classification and a sourcing logic that treats vegetables, dairy and livestock with the same terroir argument as Pinot Noir, giving the place a quietly historic and considered air. The experience feels less about theatricality than about clarity—food and wine that articulate place with restraint and attention.
Best For
This is a spot for diners who come to Burgundy to learn as much as to eat: the setting and sourcing make AU XVI especially rewarding at dinner and for guests curious about local terroir. It suits celebratory evenings and special‑occasion meals where wine discussion matters, and it’s a strong choice for travelers or locals who want a tasting‑driven, place‑forward meal. Expect a menu organized around nearby producers and vintages rather than flash, making it ideal for wine‑minded parties and intimate dinners focused on provenance.
Ordering Tips
Prioritize dishes that explicitly name or highlight local producers and seasonal ingredients—menu choices at AU XVI are organized around what the surrounding agricultural region reliably produces. Look for preparations that showcase Burgundy dairy, charcuterie, game and regional beef or freshwater fish, and ask the staff about the specific villages, domaines or growers behind the wines. If you’re interested in learning, request pairing suggestions that link plates to nearby vineyards so the meal reads as an exploration of Gevrey‑Chambertin’s terroir.
Venue details
Ambiance
Cozy bohemian chic interior with warm lighting, active fireplace, and terrace views of vineyards creating a welcoming and refined atmosphere.
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Vibe
Best For
Experience
Sourcing
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Accessibility
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Medium
Planning details
Location
61 Rte de Beaune, 21220 Gevrey-Chambertin, France · Directions
Also consider
Also Consider
- Les Griottes, Notable alternative
- Bistrot Lucien, Traditional Cuisine, €€
- La Table d'Hôtes - La Rôtisserie du Chambertin, Modern Cuisine, €€€€
- Le Complexe de Gevrey, Notable alternative
- Au Clos Napoléon, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
How AU XVI compares in Gevrey-Chambertin
AU XVI is the easier, lower-pressure choice if the meal needs to fit around a Burgundy tasting day. Bistrot Lucien is the clearer pick for diners who specifically want traditional cuisine at a known €€ level, while AU XVI is better for flexibility when price and cuisine format are not the main decision drivers.
For a more polished modern meal, La Table d'Hôtes - La Rôtisserie du Chambertin is the stronger splurge candidate because it is positioned as modern cuisine at €€€€. AU XVI should not be cross-shopped against it as a like-for-like luxury dinner; it is better read as a simpler village option when availability and ease matter more than a high-spend occasion.
Les Griottes, Le Complexe de Gevrey, Au Clos Napoléon are useful alternatives when AU XVI does not fit the plan. Choose Les Griottes or Le Complexe de Gevrey when staying within the village is the priority; consider Au Clos Napoléon when the route already points outside the center.
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Compare AU XVI
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AU XVI | Gevrey-Chambertin | ; | ; | No published awards |
| Les Griottes | Gevrey-Chambertin | ; | ; | No published awards |
| Bistrot Lucien | Gevrey-Chambertin | Traditional Cuisine | €€ | Michelin Guide France & Monaco 20262025 Michelin Bib Gourmand2024 Michelin Bib Gourmand |
| La Table d'Hôtes - La Rôtisserie du Chambertin | Gevrey-Chambertin | Modern Cuisine | €€€€ | Michelin Guide France & Monaco 20262025 Gault & Millau Remarkable Restaurant2025 Michelin 1 Star2024 Michelin 1 Star |
| Le Complexe de Gevrey | Gevrey-Chambertin | ; | ; | No published awards |
| Au Clos Napoléon | Fixin | ; | ; | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
How far ahead should I book AU XVI?
Because AU XVI has defined lunch and dinner services and is closed on Monday and Tuesday, it is sensible to check availability in advance, especially for dinner from Wednesday through Saturday.
Is AU XVI good for a special occasion?
AU XVI may suit a meal in Gevrey-Chambertin. If you are planning a special occasion around a specific award, tasting-menu format, chef, or special-occasion service, compare options carefully. For comparison, La Table d'Hôtes - La Rôtisserie du Chambertin is another nearby option to consider.
What are alternatives to AU XVI?
Les Griottes, Bistrot Lucien, La Table d'Hôtes - La Rôtisserie du Chambertin, Au Clos Napoléon, Le Complexe de Gevrey are useful comparisons when looking at other dining options in or around Gevrey-Chambertin. Choose AU XVI when its location and listed hours fit your plan.
Is lunch or dinner better at AU XVI?
Lunch is available Wednesday through Sunday from 12–2:30 PM. Dinner is available Wednesday and Thursday from 7–11 PM, Friday and Saturday from 7–11:30 PM. Sunday is lunch only, AU XVI is closed Monday and Tuesday.
