Restaurant de L'Ecluse 16 sur Altwiller

Thursday, July 23, 2026 Lunch for four people - 65 Euros per person Beautiful house located on the banks of the Canal des Houilleres in a peaceful and bucolic setting. Minimal welcome, restrained and unfriendly this Thursday. Feverish service. If, as announced, a set menu is requested, all guests must agree on the same menu for everyone. To choose freedom and share tastes and preferences, we can all order à la carte. We chose the set menu for the table, which allows for individual adjustments if you opt for fish, increasing the price by 20% or more if you prefer the cheese course to dessert. The directive order-taking, with a stern expression, was pleasantly softened by the smile of an attentive young waitress who brought us the aperitif. Muscat, Crémant, and Pinot Noir by the glass were Excellent. An aperitif/cocktail/non-alcoholic wine would be welcome. The wine list offers reasonable prices and a selection by the glass that fairly represents different regions and grape varieties. Beautiful tableware and perfect timing of service; the presentation of the dishes will please the eye and delight those who feed their smartphones. Fresh starters with soothing flavors. No quick cooking here. The main courses, cooked slowly and meticulously (sous vide?), ensure a tender veal rump, but a somewhat muted flavor. Those who appreciate pronounced aromas, flavorful roasted notes, and olfactory pleasures will find it difficult to satisfy. The chef was kind enough to inform us if he practices batch cooking. The dishes are accompanied by a plethora of ramekins offering mousses, purées, sabayons, and concassés, omitting fresh vegetables. The dessert Morello cherries on shortbread win the day with their indulgent flavors. Reasonable prices - around 65 Euros per person. Many will praise the concept, but the somewhat stiff atmosphere, menu, and service during our visit, along with an optimized cooking method that masked certain flavors, left us with a mixed impression that only partially reflected the proverbial warmth, generosity, authenticity, and spirit of sharing that are the soul of the gastronomy of this beautiful region of Alsace.

Everything was perfect, we'll be back!

Excellent meal and superb service! We must come back… a truly excellent place.

Excellent value for money and a very warm welcome

We had a wonderful birthday Sunday at this restaurant in a very friendly atmosphere with delicious food. The staff were incredibly attentive. We finished with a small birthday cake and candles. The joy was evident on the faces of our guests, who were delighted to have discovered this fabulous place. They told us afterwards that they would remember this beautiful day for a long time. So thank you to the whole team and the charming couple who own it and gave us such a warm welcome. Long live Lock 16!

Excellent quality meal, friendly staff. Our little girl loved the children's menu; the taste and presentation were worthy of a Michelin-starred restaurant, she can't wait to go back! 😀

A divine, flawless gourmet meal, made with fresh, locally sourced ingredients whenever possible. Impeccable service and a magnificent setting. At L'Ecluse 16, you are warmly welcomed, attentively looked after, and enjoy a truly exceptional experience. Thank you to Chef Jean-Yves Leroux and his wife Carole for this rare moment of shared emotion and pleasure.

A must-try: a very good restaurant located in the middle of the forest along the coal canal, with an air-conditioned dining room.

Beautifully situated on the canal. Food like a king.

A truly delightful experience in an idyllic setting. The service is as exceptional as the location: smiling, attentive, warm, and genuinely human. The cuisine takes pride in showcasing local produce and elevating it with flair. I would also like to emphasize a crucial point: those with food allergies can dine here with complete confidence. As someone with multiple allergies myself, I can attest to the care and attention given by the chef and his team. The adaptations made allow you to fully savor every moment, without feeling like you're intruding or different. A rare quality that deserves recognition. The key to this place: enjoy!