Photo by Joel Bez. Luxembourg is not to be visited only for its artistic and cultural beauties, but also for its cuisine. Perhaps unknown to many, Luxembourg’s gastronomic tradition has nothing to envy to many of the other more famous areas of Europe, even a few hundred kilometers away.
It is a very simple but tasty type of cuisine , where potatoes and pork reign supreme. Street food is also very popular, a must during the numerous markets and fairs, but there is also no shortage of warmer and “comforting” dishes, such as soups and broths .
If you are planning a trip to Luxembourg do not be caught unprepared and take a look at the10 dishes that you absolutely must try .
1 – Judd mat Gaardebounen
Photo of UnorthodoxY. It is a bit like the traditional dish of Luxembourg , which contains the most common and characteristic ingredients of the country: it is a pork shank served with potatoes, broad beans and bacon .
- Recommended for : dinner
- Average cost : €22.60
- Main ingredients : pork shank, potatoes, broad beans, bacon
2 – Bounenschlupp
The Bounenschlupp is one of the many soups you will find in Luxembourg. It is a kind of minestrone, made up of green beans, carrots, onions, celery, which however is enriched with smoked bacon or sausages and cream.
- Recommended for : lunch and dinner
- Average cost : €18.50
- Main ingredients : green beans, carrots, onions, celery, cream, bacon, sausage
3 – Kuddelfleck
Suitable for those who fear nothing, this dish is a little strong but very tasty. Kuddefleck is nothing more than tripe or ox stomach , first “boiled” and then breaded and fried.
- Recommended for : dinner
- Average cost : €15.00
- Main ingredients : tripe, ox stomach
4 – F’rell Am Reisleck
Luxembourg is a landlocked country, so traditional fish dishes are based on freshwater catch. Trout, pike and shrimp are some of the most common fish you will find in Luxembourgish restaurants. F’rell Am Reisleck is one of the most popular dishes, and it is a trout fried and then cooked in riesling , finally served accompanied by a cream of cream.
- Recommended for : lunch or dinner
- Average cost : €16.00
- Main ingredients : trout, riesling, cream
5 – Letzebuerger grillwurscht
Prepare your palate for these typical Luxembourg sausages . You will find them practically everywhere, from clubs to flea markets, since they are one of the most frequent foods among Luxembourg’s street food.
- Recommended for : lunch, dinner, snack
- Average cost : €12.00
- Main ingredients : pork, spices
6 – Gromper Keeschelche
Gromper Keeschelche are savory crepes , often served with grated tomatoes, onion and parsley, but you will find them a little seasoned in every way. Excellent for a light lunch, they are also an interesting proposal for a particular breakfast.
- Recommended for : lunch, dinner, breakfast
- Average cost : €6.50
- Main ingredients : batter, oil, onions, parsley, tomato
7 – Quetschentaart
Photo by Joel Bez. Among the desserts you can not miss this typical cake made with plums . This tart, in addition to being very good, is also a sight for the eyes thanks to its surface completely covered with plum wedges.
- Recommended for : dessert at the end of a meal, snack, snack
- Average cost : €15.00
- Main ingredients : flour, eggs, plums
8 – Vino di Luxembourg
Photo of Tomas er. In addition to beer in Luxembourg you will also find wine, a lot. Here you will find grape varieties of pinot grigio, bianco, nero, chardonnay, aromatic traminer and many more.
- Recommended for : always
- Average cost : €5.00
- Main ingredients : grapes
9 – Vin Brule
Typical of cold winter evenings, mulled wine is one of those things that you absolutely must taste. Warm and spicy, and the perfect crowning glory for a cold Luxembourgish evening. In addition to spices, you can also find it with some variations that include anise, lemon peel or citrus wedges.
- Recommended for : always
- Average cost : €5.00
- Main ingredients : wine, sugar, spices
10 – Beer
Not everyone knows that Luxembourg is also a great beer producer . Here you will find delicious ones, belonging to the three main producers of the city: Diekirch, Bascharage and Wiltz, excellent to accompany any dish.
- Recommended for : always
- Average cost : €6.00
- Main ingredients : barley malt, hops
Where to eat in Luxembourg: best restaurants, typical bars and street food
Traditional Luxembourgish cuisine is a simple cuisine based on local products such as potatoes and meat, especially pork.
During the festivities in the numerous markets, the dish of the local street food is the Gr flarekichelchen, potato pancakes fried in oil.
There are not many authentic restaurants but we suggest you try the Bounenschlupp, a soup with green beans, carrots, onions, celery, smoked bacon or sausage.
Don’t forget to accompany your dishes with good beer!
Here’s where to eat in Luxembourg :
1 – A La Soupe
- Description : informal but well organized place for a quick lunch based on excellent soups, sandwiches or salads
- Specialties : vegetable soups, meat soups, polenta
- Average price : from 7.00 per person
- Address : 9 Rue Chimay – Get directions
2 – Um Dierfgen
- Description : central restaurant offering typical meat dishes but also fish specialties, in a refined and welcoming environment
- Specialties : bouchee a al reine, smoked pork with potatoes and broad beans
- Average price : from € 25, 00 per person
- Address : 6 Cote d’Eich – Get directions – Facebook page
3 – Bei De Bouwen
- Description : in one of the most beautiful areas of the city, this restaurant with a family atmosphere offers a menu based on typical delicacies
- Specialties : knidelen, potato pankake, salmon tartare
- Average price : from € 15.00 per person
- Address : 35 Rue Laurent Menager – Get directions
4 – Mousel’s Cantine
- Description : ideal place to taste Luxembourg specialties at an economical price. Moussel beer is homemade!
- Specialties : baked pork shank, snails, mixed meat dish
- Average price : from € 18.00 per person
- Address : 46 mtee de Clausen – Get directions – Facebook page
5 – Address Restaurant
- Description : French-inspired, casual, small but cozy restaurant with meat and cheese specialties
- Specialties : cordon bleu, croutons with pate, cheese and sausage
- Average price : from € 25.00 per person
- Street address : 32 Rue Notre Dame – Get directions
