Best Wine Bars in Strasbourg

Strasbourg's wine culture blends Alsace tradition with cosmopolitan tastes. This directory lists 17 wine bars where you can sip Riesling, Gewurztraminer and natural wines while enjoying winstub hospitality and neighborhood charm.

17 venues 4.7 avg

The 3.14 D'Wertschàft - Authentic bistro

4.9 (116)

14 Rue des Tonneliers, 67000 Strasbourg, France

Jaja

4.9 (94)

04 Pl. Saint-Nicolas-aux-Ondes, 67000 Strasbourg, France

Hacienda Bernadette

4.9 (67)

3 Rue des Aveugles, 67000 Strasbourg, France

Royal 26 Strasbourg

4.8 (464)

26 Rue des Juifs, 67000 Strasbourg, France

Marché Bar

4.8 (95)

64 Rue de Zurich, 67000 Strasbourg, France

Supertonic

4.7 (944)

1 Pl. d'Austerlitz, 67000 Strasbourg, France

La Mandragore

4.7 (653)

1 Rue de la Grange, 67000 Strasbourg, France

LEOBAR

4.7 (334)

36 Rue du Fossé-des-Tanneurs, 67000 Strasbourg, France

Le Purgatoire

4.6 (2,107)

34 Rue de Zurich, 67000 Strasbourg, France

Vino Strada Restaurant

4.6 (1,039)

8 Rue du Temple Neuf, 67000 Strasbourg, France

Le Douanier

4.6 (1,024)

5 Rue de la Douane, 67000 Strasbourg, France

Un Cantalou à Strasbourg

4.6 (530)

100 Grand'Rue, 67000 Strasbourg, France

Black & Wine

4.6 (499)

9 Rue Hannong, 67000 Strasbourg, France

Blue Moon Bar

4.5 (695)

24 Rue des Poules, 67000 Strasbourg, France

Ill Vino • Bar

4.5 (620)

19a Quai des Pêcheurs, 67000 Strasbourg, France

A Cantina Comptoir Corse Strasbourg

4.5 (574)

21 Rue de l'Ail, 67000 Strasbourg, France

RIVA Comptoir Méditerranéen

4.4 (720)

3 Rue des Planches, 67000 Strasbourg, France

Wine Culture in Strasbourg

Strasbourg sits at the crossroads of French and German wine traditions, and its wine culture reflects that unique heritage. The city is a gateway to the Route des Vins d'Alsace, where vineyards produce signature varieties such as Riesling, Gewurztraminer, Pinot Gris, Muscat and Sylvaner. In the city you'll find a mix of classic winstubs — intimate, wood-lined taverns serving local wines and Alsatian small plates — alongside modern bars pouring natural and small-producer selections.

Locals treat wine as part of daily life: an aperitif before dinner, a relaxed glass after work, or paired with regional dishes like choucroute, baeckeoffe and tarte flambée. Seasonal events tied to the harvest and Christmas market also spotlight local vintners, and many Strasbourg wine bars maintain close relationships with producers from the nearby hills of the Bas-Rhin and Haut-Rhin.

Where to drink wine in Strasbourg

Choose your neighborhood depending on mood. Petite France charms with canals and timbered houses and hosts cozy bars perfect for romantic evenings. Krutenau and the Plaine district draw a younger, bohemian crowd and several natural-wine spots like Jaja and Supertonic. Neustadt and the area around Place Kléber and Homme de Fer offer more polished, sommelier-led venues and late-night options such as Royal 26 Strasbourg.

Notable local spots include the authentic bistro vibe of The 3.14 D'Wertschàft, the convivial Hacienda Bernadette for eclectic wine and tapas, intimate LEOBAR and the inventive La Mandragore. Marché Bar pairs market-fresh bites with a thoughtful wine list. For a lively, modern scene head to Supertonic or Jaja. Many bars are tram-accessible — Homme de Fer and Langstross Grand'Rue are convenient hubs — making it easy to explore multiple venues in one evening.

What to Look For

A great Strasbourg wine bar balances local Alsace varietals with international and natural wines. Look for bars that highlight producers from nearby villages like Ribeauvillé, Riquewihr and Kaysersberg, and that label grape variety and vineyard — a sign of transparency and care. Small plates or shared boards featuring local cheese, charcuterie and tarte flambée enhance tastings and reflect the region's culinary heritage.

Service matters: seek venues where staff can recommend pairings and explain vintage or terroir. Atmosphere is equally important, from a low-lit winstub echoing with convivial chatter to minimalist bars focusing on natural wines. Practical cues: rotating by-the-glass options, flights for tasting, and glassware that respects the varietal. Finally, consider accessibility — tram connections, outdoor seating in warmer months, and reservation policies for busy nights.

When do wine bars in Strasbourg open and close?

16 of the 17 wine bars listed in Strasbourg publish their opening hours. The median one opens at 4:45 pm and closes at 1:15 am on a typical trading day.

Sunday is the day that catches visitors out: 7 venues in Strasbourg (44% of those with published hours) trade on Sunday, against 13 on Monday. 7 open seven days a week.

16 addresses stay open past 10 pm, which matters if you are buying after dinner rather than before it. Jaja closes latest, at 1:30 am.

At the other end of the day, Marché Bar opens earliest, at 8 am.

These hours come from each venue's own Google Business Profile as read in March 2026. They are regular hours: public holidays, August closures and harvest-season changes are not reflected, so call ahead for a specific date.

What the ratings in Strasbourg actually say

The 17 rated wine bars in Strasbourg carry 10,575 reviews between them. The mean rating is 4.66 out of 5 and the median is 4.6, and 16 venues hold 4.5 or better — 94% of the list.

The 3.14 D'Wertschàft - Authentic bistro carries the highest rating with a review base large enough to mean something: 4.9 from 116 reviews. Le Purgatoire is the most reviewed address in Strasbourg, at 2,107.

A five-star average is worth less than it looks on a venue with a dozen reviews, which is why the ranking above is sorted by rating and review volume together rather than by rating alone. The rating also measures the visit, not the cellar: service, queueing and the state of the room all land in the same number as the wine selection. It is a starting filter, not a verdict on what is on the shelf.

How much do wine bars in Strasbourg cost?

Price level is published for 9 of the 17 wine bars in Strasbourg, and it splits as follows: 1 budget (11%), 8 moderate (89%). Google's price level is a four-step band reported by the venue and by visitors, not a price list, so it says where an address sits relative to its neighbours rather than what a bottle costs.

Strasbourg compared with the rest of France

Strasbourg accounts for 17 of the 166 wine bars we list across France, spread over 10 cities.

Sunday trading in Strasbourg runs in line with the national picture — 44% against 40%.

Both columns are computed from the same rows that build these pages, so the national figure moves whenever a city's listing does.

Strasbourg compared with every wine bar we list in France, March 2026.
MeasureStrasbourgFrance
Venues listed17166
Mean rating4.664.72
Open on Sunday44%40%
Median closing time1:15 am12 am

Where to look next from Strasbourg

Other wine venues in Strasbourg: 11 wine restaurants, 20 wine shops, 7 wineries and tasting rooms. In a city with a thin specialist trade, the restaurant list is often where the interesting bottles actually are.

The nearest larger listings in France are Bordeaux (18), Nantes (18), Toulouse (18), Paris (18), Lyon (17). Each is a separate page with its own hours, ratings and map.

Bottom line

Strasbourg has 17 wine bars on this list, averaging 4.66 out of 5 across 10,575 reviews. The median address opens at 4:45 pm and closes at 1:15 am; 7 of the 16 with published hours open on Sunday.

If you only have time for one stop, The 3.14 D'Wertschàft - Authentic bistro is the highest-rated address with a real review base (4.9 from 116).

Ratings, hours and price bands here come from public venue profiles read in March 2026; they describe how an address is reviewed, not how good its wine list is. Confirm hours before travelling for a specific bottle.

Buying wine in France: age, tax and trading rules

Selling wine to anyone under 18 is prohibited in France under article L3342-1 of the Code de la santé publique, and the seller is required to ask for proof of age.

Wine carries almost no excise duty in France: the European Commission's excise duty tables put the rate on still wine at €4.05 per hectolitre, which is about €0.03 on a 75 cl bottle. What you pay at the till is the wine plus 20% VAT, not a tax on the alcohol.

Trading hours are the practical constraint rather than the law. Food retail may open on Sunday morning, and independent cavistes in the larger cities commonly do, but most close by early afternoon and take Monday off instead — which is why the Sunday and Monday counts above rarely match.

Sources: Code de la santé publique, art. L3342-1 (Légifrance) · European Commission — Excise Duty Tables, Part I: Alcoholic Beverages

Local Tips

01

Start with Alsace classics

Order a Riesling or Gewurztraminer to get a true sense of the region. Ask for Grand Cru or village names when available to compare minerality and sweetness levels.

02

Pair wine with local dishes

Enjoy wines with tarte flambée, Munster cheese or a charcuterie board. Many bars tailor small plates to pair with their wine list—ask the staff for recommendations.

03

Timing and reservations

Arrive early on weekends or book ahead for popular spots like Jaja or Hacienda Bernadette. Lunchtime openings can be quieter and a great way to taste without the evening crowds.

04

Use the tram and walk

Combine tram rides (Homme de Fer, Langstross Grand'Rue) with walks through Petite France and Krutenau to explore multiple bars. Most venues are close together and easily visited in one evening.

FAQ

Strasbourg has 17 wine bars included in this directory, spanning neighborhoods from Petite France to Neustadt. The city's compact size makes it easy to visit several in an evening using the tram network.

Prioritize Riesling and Gewurztraminer for classic Alsace expression, plus Pinot Gris, Sylvaner and Muscat. Many wine bars also showcase Crémant d'Alsace and emerging natural-wine interpretations of these grapes.

Many bars celebrate local Alsace producers but also pour international and natural wines. You'll find places focused solely on regional bottles, while others mix Alsace classics with French and global selections to suit varied palates.

Reservations are recommended for evenings and weekends, especially at popular venues like Jaja or intimate winstubs. Walk-ins are usually possible on weekdays or earlier in the evening, but booking ensures a spot, particularly for groups.

Yes. Many Strasbourg wine bars serve small plates, charcuterie, cheese and regional dishes such as tarte flambée or baeckeoffe. Pairings are common, and staff often suggest local combinations that highlight Alsace varietals.

Strasbourg's efficient tram network (Homme de Fer hub) and compact neighborhoods make bar-hopping easy. Walking between nearby districts like Petite France and Krutenau is pleasant; trams and short taxi rides connect farther points late at night.

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17 venues in Strasbourg