Finding a proper dining spot open on Christmas Day in Luxembourg is no small feat, so stumbling upon Red Face felt like a stroke of luck. Beyond the convenience, there is genuine quality here, though the experience had a few rough edges.
I was pleasantly surprised by the beverage program. The wine and Japanese whisky selection is far more thoughtful than what you typically find in standard Asian restaurants, making it easy to find a good pairing for the meal.
The kitchen clearly knows its way around dough and broth. The dim sum and wonton soup were excellent—delicate textures and comforting flavors that hit the mark perfectly. However, the mains were a bit of a mixed bag regarding balance: the braised pork leaned heavily on the sweet side, while the Gan Guo style chicken was aggressively salty.
Service was polite, but the kitchen seemed to be struggling with the holiday rush, resulting in a 45-minute wait for our food. A hiccup, certainly, but manageable given the circumstances. The atmosphere is calm, with quiet Asian background music and decor that tries to bridge Chinese and Japanese aesthetics with sincere effort.
Overall, despite the wait and the seasoning issues with the main courses, it was a satisfying meal. I’m grateful they kept their doors open to provide a warm dinner on a day when the rest of the city was dark.
