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A truly good moment, beneath the vaults of 1559.

Honest, local and seasonal cuisine by Guillaume Hieulle — from breakfast to dinner, at the heart of La Citadelle Metz MGallery.

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About La Réserve

La Réserve takes its name from the former provisions store of the King's armies, built in 1559 in the Citadelle de Metz. Beneath the vaults of blond Jaumont stone, more than 500 years later, the restaurant of the hotel La Citadelle Metz MGallery has been reimagined by its manager Alexis Millet and his head chef Guillaume Hieulle. The ambition is simple and unapologetic: to make La Réserve a true Metz gathering place, open to the city and accessible to all.

The team stands for honest, local, seasonal and homemade cuisine. The menu has been simplified to better showcase the produce, prices readjusted, and the house has grown closer to the producers of the Moselle and the Grand Est.

La Réserve can be enjoyed at several rhythms: a buffet breakfast with homemade and local products, an express 60-minute lunch (main course at €22, main + homemade pastry or café gourmand set menu at €29), a tea time with homemade pastries and hot drinks, Crémant de Lorraine or cocktails (with or without alcohol), an afterwork around sharing boards, or a dinner with a main course at €26 and a three-course menu at €49. An offering suited to children and vegetarian guests, because everyone should be able to find their place.

“We don't promise to impress you, but simply to share a truly good moment with you in this place full of energy.” — Alexis Millet

About La Réserve

Our Menu

A short, clear and seasonal menu, built with chef Guillaume Hieulle and his team — around produce from the Moselle and the Grand Est. At lunch and at dinner, fair prices so everyone finds their place at the table.

Pan-seared scampi with preserved lemon

22.00€

Aromatic herbs, slow-roasted tomatoes and spinach farfalle

Traditional osso buco

22.00€

Crushed potatoes with fine herbs and Provençal condiment

Chicken supreme, Milanese style

22.00€

Fresh tagliatelle and grilled vegetables

Lorraine beef tataki

22.00€

Arugula, balsamic cream, parmesan and patatas bravas

Sea bass pastilla with fresh herbs

22.00€

Lebanese-style tabbouleh

Fresh salmon tagine

22.00€

Hearty grains with Cajun spices and slow-cooked vegetables

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Photo Gallery

La Réserve restaurant logo with botanical leaf illustrations and tagline "Plaisirs Néo-Lorrains" in Nancy, France.
Elegant wine glasses and dried wheat arrangements on wooden table in upscale restaurant dining room
Elegant fine dining dish with radish, mushrooms, microgreens in savory broth served in a dark artisan bowl
Crispy skin fish fillet with tri-color quinoa, citrus tomato salsa, and microgreens on a white ceramic plate
Seared duck breast with creamy mashed potatoes, sautéed wild mushrooms, and micro greens on a rustic ceramic plate.
Seared sesame-crusted ahi tuna with grapefruit segments and green vegetables on a dark plate
Seared sesame-crusted tuna with microgreens and crispy rice crackers on a black ceramic plate at a fine dining restaurant.
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Opening Hours

Open· Closes 23:00
Monday06:30 - 23:00
Tuesday06:30 - 23:00
Wednesday06:30 - 23:00
Thursday06:30 - 23:00
Friday(Today)06:30 - 23:00
Saturday06:30 - 23:00
Sunday06:30 - 23:00

What Our Guests Say

4.4
Based on 666 reviews
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Markus Schlegel

Jul 2026

(Translated by Google) Great food in a pleasant atmosphere, creative and fresh. The music was a bit intrusive. (Original) Tolles Essen in angenehmer Athmosphäre, kreativ und frisch. Musik etwas aufdringlich.

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Corinne Facon

Jul 2026

(Translated by Google) A wonderful experience! Friendly atmosphere. Homemade food. Highly recommended. (Original) Très belle expérience Convivialité Cuisine fait maison Je recommande

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Guy-Pierre Moretau

Jul 2026

(Translated by Google) We had a great time enjoying excellent food. The waiter was pleasant and attentive. (Original) Nous avons passé un bon moment en dégustant une cuisine excellente. Un serveur agréable et attentionné.

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Yann Thisse

Jul 2026

(Translated by Google) Very good. A great find, nice drinks menu (including local wines). (Original) Très bon. Belle découverte, carte des boissons sympa (dont vins locaux)

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Christophe Schang

Jul 2026

(Translated by Google) An unusual spot, right in the heart of the city, where you can dine peacefully on the terrace, as if in a village garden. A concise, well-executed menu at fair prices. Beautiful, flavorful dishes with generous portions. Tried the terrace; the view was lovely and the atmosphere was calm... However, the outdoor furniture needs to be reconsidered as it doesn't suit the setting. (Original) Endroit atypique, en plein cœur de ville où l'on dine tranquillement en terrasse comme dans un jardin de village. Carte serrée, maîtrisée aux tarifs justes. Belles assiettes gouteuses aux proportions généreuses. Testé en terrasse, vue très sympathique et calme... Il faudrait par contre revoir la proposition de mobilier d'extérieur pas au gout du lieu...

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Eric Terickk

Jul 2026

(Translated by Google) Underground restaurant room without windows (Original) Salle de restaurant enterrée sans fenêtre

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As Seen In

“La Réserve, the restaurant of the La Citadelle Metz MGallery hotel, is listed in the MICHELIN Guide France.”
— Guide MICHELIN
Guide MICHELIN
Le blog de Gilles Pudlowski — Les Pieds dans le Plat
Les Mots Voyageurs
Gault & Millau
Office de Tourisme — Inspire Metz
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Frequently Asked Questions

La Réserve, located at 5 Avenue Ney in Metz, serves neo-Lorraine bistronomy cuisine created by chef Aurélien Person: generous, indulgent dishes that celebrate local producers, seasonal vegetables and the flavours of the Lorraine terroir. Among the must-tries: the baba de Stanislas with mirabelle plum by pastry chef Quentin Nollez, seasonal scallops, pan-seared foie gras and Black Angus beef from a local farmer. The menu blends tradition and modernity in an accessible, informal spirit, beneath the centuries-old vaults of the 16th-century former royal victualling store.
La Réserve is located at 5 Avenue Ney, 57000 Metz, within the La Citadelle Metz MGallery hotel — the restaurant is accessed through the hotel's main entrance. The restaurant is accessible to people with reduced mobility, with an adapted entrance, car park and restrooms, as well as wheelchair-accessible seating. For any questions, you can contact La Réserve on 03 87 17 17 17 or visit www.lareserve-metz.com.
Yes, La Réserve in Metz accepts reservations, which are strongly recommended to secure your table beneath the 16th-century vaults. The restaurant is open for lunch and dinner, with an average check of around 42 € at lunch and 49 € in the evening. To book, contact La Réserve directly on 03 87 17 17 17 or via the website www.lareserve-metz.com.
La Réserve, the restaurant of the La Citadelle Metz MGallery hotel, offers a wide range of services: Wi-Fi access, beer, wine, cocktail and coffee service, as well as homemade desserts including the famous chariot de Marie dessert trolley. The restaurant is fully accessible to people with reduced mobility (adapted entrance, car park, restrooms and seating) and has restrooms on site. Also worth noting: the adjoining bar Le 1559, run by bartender Grégory Schneider, serves signature cocktails including the Jaumont, and La Réserve gift boxes are available to offer a unique gastronomic experience in Metz.
La Réserve's creative menu in Metz gives pride of place to seasonal vegetables and fresh produce from the Lorraine terroir, with options suited to guests looking to limit their meat consumption. For any allergies, gluten intolerance or specific dietary needs, we recommend contacting the restaurant team directly on 03 87 17 17 17 before your visit, so that chef Aurélien Person and his team can adapt the dishes to your needs.
La Réserve is the only bistronomy restaurant in Metz to combine an exceptional architectural setting — the pale-stone vaults of the former royal victualling store dating back to 1559 — with a bold, generous and accessible neo-Lorraine cuisine created by chef Aurélien Person. Unlike the neighbourhood's Michelin-starred fine-dining establishments, La Réserve embraces a convivial, informal spirit, open for lunch and dinner, ideal for a business lunch, a romantic dinner or celebrating a special occasion in Metz. Rated 4.4/5 based on more than 600 reviews, it stands out as an essential reference on the Metz culinary scene.
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