Winstub Le Clou

Winstub Le Clou is a traditional Alsatian winstub at 3 Rue du Chaudron on Strasbourg's Grande Île, in the Alsace region of France. It serves the classic repertoire of the wine tavern: tarte à l'oignon, choucroute garnie and baeckeoffe, the slow-baked stew of marinated meats and potatoes. Its Gault&Millau 2026 rating is 11/20, which marks it as a solid traditional address rather than a gastronomic destination, and its price range is the moderate band familiar from other central winstubs. The tarte à l'oignon is a typical opener, a savoury onion and cream tart, while the choucroute garnie arrives with sausages and cured pork over sauerkraut and potatoes. Baeckeoffe is traditionally a dish for sharing and for colder weather. The dining room reflects the winstub tradition of simple, wood-toned rooms with closely spaced tables, so the atmosphere is informal, lively and sociable. Dress is casual, and the noise level rises when the room fills. The drinks list favours Alsatian wines, especially Riesling, Pinot Blanc and Pinot Gris, together with regional beer. Mappy lists daily service with lunch from 11:45 to 14:30 and dinner from 18:00 to 23:00, while an older listing records a Sunday closure, so opening days should be confirmed by phone on +33 3 88 32 11 67. Reservations are advised at weekends, and tables fill quickly during the Christmas market season and in summer. Midweek or off-peak meals are normally easier. The location in the historic centre puts it within walking distance of the cathedral, the Place Kléber and the main sights, which makes it a convenient lunch or dinner stop during a day of sightseeing in Strasbourg.