📍 Location: Tuntange, Luxembourg
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You know when a place completely catches you off guard? That was Struwweltëntert for me.

From the outside, it’s quiet and minimal — the kind of spot you might pass without a second glance. Set in the small village of Tuntange, it feels a world away from the bustle of Luxembourg City. Step inside and you’ll find something unexpected: a creative, ingredient‑driven kitchen with a strong personality, a zero‑fuss approach, and a commitment to doing everything properly — from baking their own sourdough to making every sauce, ice cream, and garnish in‑house.

The space blends the casual warmth of a café with the clean, open feel of a modern restaurant. With an open kitchen, you can watch the chefs at work, which adds to the sense that you’re being welcomed into a home rather than a business. The menu changes weekly depending on what’s fresh, in season, and inspiring the team.

The Concept

Struwweltëntert is more than a restaurant — it’s also a café, built on seasonal and regional ingredients with a strong creative streak. They work closely with local producers, including Biohaff Kleer, Beschhaff, and Terra for vegetables and eggs, and small‑scale sustainable fishers in Bretagne for seafood. The fish is line‑caught, not netted — no mass fishing, less bycatch, better quality on the plate.

The result? A short, focused menu with dishes that speak for themselves — no gimmicks, just sharp ideas executed with skill.

What We Ate (à la carte)

Starters

• Octopus two ways — part crispy, part tucked into delicate ravioli, with silky courgette purée and a hit of spicy ’nduja. Balanced, textured, and the kind of dish you wish you’d ordered twice.
• Line‑caught seabream sashimi — in leche de tigre with grilled leek and seaweed. Bright, fresh, umami‑packed; the leek’s smokiness ties it all together.

Mains

• Monkfish — with rice croquettes, green beans, and cherry sauce. Firm, perfectly cooked fish; a surprisingly punchy, fresh sauce; addictive tempura‑style beans.
• Veal rump — with roasted baby potatoes, grilled artichokes, fennel, and hibiscus jus. Tender and elegant, with subtle layers that never turn boring.

Dessert

• Peanut dessert — creamy, salty‑sweet, layered with caramel and crunch. dangerously moreish.

Why It Works

Struwweltëntert isn’t trying to be trendy or chase the latest Instagram fad. It focuses on quality — knowing producers personally, sourcing responsibly, and letting excellent ingredients shine. It’s creative without being pretentious, and thoughtful without being overworked.

Only a 15‑minute drive from the city, it feels like a small escape — somewhere to slow down, eat well, and be pleasantly surprised.

Practical Info

• Location: Tuntange, Luxembourg
• Concept: Seasonal, locally sourced creative cuisine & café
• Best for: A countryside lunch or dinner with a twist
• Don’t miss: Octopus, monkfish, and the peanut dessert

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