Terraces, these open, convivial spaces, also encourage socializing.
They enable spontaneous conversation with passers-by or with the person sitting next to you, creating opportunities for unexpected encounters.
In an urban context, they play a crucial role in energizing the neighborhood, transforming streets into veritable living spaces where residents and visitors mingle.
This summer, we’ve taken the time to track down what we think are the best terraces in three charming Alsatian towns: Mulhouse, Colmar and Strasbourg.
We’ve taken the time to visit these restaurants, which we believe offer a setting that’s well worth the detour, for an experience that’s both gastronomic and immersive.

The history of cocktails began in the 17th century with the appearance of the Punch in India.
The blend was developed by British sailors from the British East India Company, who were looking for a refreshing drink suited to India’s hot, humid climate.
The original punch was made from five ingredients: arak (a local spirit distilled from coconut or rice), sugar, water, citrus juice and spices.
With the expansion of the British Empire into the Caribbean, punch underwent a notable transformation.
In the British West Indies, settlers replaced arak with rum, an alcohol produced locally from sugar cane.
This variant of punch became emblematic of the region and laid the foundations for the tradition of rum-based cocktails, which continues to this day.