Landhotel Velte

This restaurant housed in a converted power station is more than a stylish location – it also serves extremely good food. The cuisine combines classic, Mediterranean and Austrian influences, including appetising dishes such as lobster with truffle sauce, beef fillet Rossini; the "Austrian classics" section on the menu features the likes of "Bertl's Kalbsfleischpflanzerl mit Kartoffel-Rahmgurkensalat" (veal patties with potato salad in a creamy cucumber sauce). In addition to à la carte dishes, there are two set menus: "Kraftwerk Classics" and "Kraftwerk Finest". The international wine list is

Located in a park, this smart bankers' villa dating from 1894 is home to a stylish boutique hotel as well as this chic, modern and elegant restaurant. Patrick Bittner, who previously made a name for himself at Frankfurt's Français, where he was head chef for many years, is now at the helm here. The classic cuisine has international influences, and the dishes are served à la carte. Good news for oyster enthusiasts: There are always three varieties to choose from. The modern and elegant interior is tastefully decorated, with a striking open fireplace in the centre of the room serving as the foca

In a narrow village lane in the Altenhain district, chef-owner Isabelle Pering welcomes you to her restaurant done out in a tasteful, clean-lined style. With her set menu, which also comes in a vegetarian version, she demonstrates a knack for creating harmonious flavour combinations – this is where her experience gained at top-flight establishments shines through. Pleasingly minimalist dishes such as "Beef - Carrot - Hay" or "Asparagus - Tomato - Pimentos" also whet the appetite. The majority of the ingredients come from the region and most are certified organic. There is a well-curated wine l

This country inn with its bright, tastefully decorated interior and beautiful, partly covered terrace specialises in serving culinary classics that evolve with the seasons. There are two set menus (one of which is vegetarian) comprising four to seven courses. The quality of the ingredients, which are mostly locally sourced, is beyond question. Great value for money. The service is very friendly and charming.