Michel’s Christiania
Michel's Christiania, a magnificent French restaurant steeped in history and boasting renowned customers, is nestled in the lovely ski town of Ketchum. Ernest Hemingway was such a regular at Christiania when it first opened in 1959 that the restaurant gave him his own table.
Owner Michel Rudigoz, a native of Lyon, now runs the restaurant, with Executive Chef Laurent Loubot, wowing customers with classic, elegant French dishes like filet de truite meuniere (filet de truite meuniere) created with Idaho ruby trout. Michel and his team are actually on hand to welcome visitors, tell a few stories about skiing or summer in Sun Valley, and make your eating experience one to remember. Michel’s Christiania is a visual feast, with a stunning dining area designed to look like an affluent chalet, with enormous windows facing out over mountains and forest, and a comfortable bar to enjoy a drink or two. The tantalizing entrées that keep locals and tourists coming back include salmon with sorrel sauce, filet mignon with morels, lamb shank, and fresh Idaho trout. "Pommes Frites" is an exquisite delight thanks to Idaho potatoes and Michel's traditional French recipe. In addition, crème brulee, fresh fruit sorbets, profiteroles, and tarte tatin are among the homemade dessert options.
Address: 303 Walnut Ave Ketchum, ID 83340
Phone: 208 - 726 - 3388
Hours:
- Olympic Bar: 4:45 pm
- Dinner service: 5:30 pm
Website: michelschristiania.com
