Best restaurants in Gröbming

Obauer

★★ MichelinLa Liste 98€€€€Classic Cuisine, Seasonal Cuisine

This lovely establishment dating back to the 15C is located in the heart of Werfen, known for its distinctive castle complex. It has been run by the Obauer family for decades and now brothers Karl and Rudolf are in charge. Their classic cuisine draws on modern influences and uses select ingredients, e.g. for dishes such as tur­bot and tip­sy char, toma­toes, peas, wild rasp­ber­ries. Choose between the two set menus or dine à la carte. At lunchtime, there is a moderately priced set menu, including tempting classics such as Wiener schnitzel with Pinzgau veal. Berthold Obauer represents the next

Döllerers Wirtshaus

★★ Michelin€€€€Innovative, Alpine

This place has a long culinary tradition to its name, dating back to 1909. The Döllerer family's inn is located in the town centre, not far from the parish church and the castle. The atmosphere is pleasantly lively and with a cosy, rustic charm. Food is served by friendly waitstaff in two dining spaces with historical vaulted ceilings or on the terrace to the rear of the building. The menu features mouthwatering dishes such as sturgeon with Piedmont hazelnuts or Rauris venison ragout, not forgetting the signature dessert Schwarzbeernock'n (blueberry dumplings) with sour cream ice cream. Delica

Kräuterreich by Vitus Winkler

★★ Michelin€€€€Creative, Seasonal Cuisine

"Avant-garde Alpine" would be a good label for Vitus Winkler's cuisine, which is creative, firmly rooted in the local region and always very flavourful despite its complexity. The owner expresses his strong connection to his homeland and his love for nature and the mountains in his surprise menu, featuring plenty of herbs, berries, roots etc, as seen in dishes like the Pinzgau Angus beef with parsley root, black currant and larch. An intriguing touch: The menu is structured as a hike through the different altitude zones – from the village, through fields, river & lake, forest & meadow, up to t

Geiger Alm

★ Michelin€€€€Creative, Seasonal Cuisine

This place is the epitome of cosy rusticity! Housed in a quaint old timber building, the restaurant has a delightful Alpine-style interior and serves flavoursome dishes that draw on regional culinary tradition and seasonal produce. It's clear that your hosts are passionate about what they do. In the kitchen, Dominik Utassy prepares a four- to eight-course set menu (vegetarian version available), using carefully selected ingredients. Eva-Maria Utassy expertly manages the service with unaffected charm, offering astute wine recommendations. Given the limited number of seats, you would be wise to

Mesnerhaus

★ Michelin€€€€Seasonal Cuisine, Modern Cuisine

Set in the Salzburg mountains, in the UNESCO Biosphere Park, Mesnerhaus has been run by Maria and Josef Steffner since 2007. The modern interior design within the venerable walls of this building dating back to 1420se, incorporates the historical architecture beautifully. An extremely warm and welcoming hostess, Maria is responsible for the wine cellar, restaurant and hotel, which has six cosy rooms and a suite. With just as much dedication, Josef delivers expressive, creative cuisine made from regional and seasonal produce, served as a set menu or à la carte. The signature dish Lungau potato

Bootshaus

★ Michelin€€€€Creative, Regional Cuisine

This place has a real ace up its sleeve: its superb lakeside location on the peninsula! The large windows of this stylish restaurant afford spectacular views, and the terrace is a real highlight. But the creative cuisine, served as a five- to seven-course set menu, is also worthy of your undivided attention. Chef Lukas Nagl brings his own signature to a proudly regional approach, incorporating fermented notes and Japanese influences – without the need for ingredients from further afield. Star billing goes to fish from the lakes of Salzkammergut, such as gently torched perch cooked to perfectio

Paula

★ Michelin€€€€Creative

Housed in Weisser Bär Hotel & Wirtshaus, right on Marktplatz, this trendy yet cosy little establishment is run by an enthusiastic restaurateur duo. Sebastian Leutgeb is a young chef who masterfully blends Austrian and French influences in his creative cuisine. Your friendly hostess and sommelier Miriam Grädler provides impeccable service. A six- to eight-course set menu is served, with dishes along the lines of "char, young turnips, saffron" and "Miéral pigeon in two servings". The name of the restaurant is a tribute to the chef's grandmother, Paula. Tip: In the summer season, on Wednesdays an

Gamskogelhütte Fine Dining by Stefan Lastin

★ Michelin€€€€Modern Cuisine, Creative

Boasting a fabulous location at 1 850m above sea level, this small fine dining restaurant is a place where you can truly unwind. In a cosy Alpine-style space featuring rustic wood and charming natural stone, diners sit at elegantly set tables to savour an ambitious three- to six-course set menu complemented by elaborate amuse-bouches to start and sweet treats to finish. Interesting well-matched wine pairings are available, and the list itself includes some rare gems worth sampling. Service is exceptionally friendly and attentive – chef Stefan Lastin presents his dishes personally, and propriet

Atelier Fischer

★ Michelin€€€€Creative

It's a shame you can't enjoy Stefan Fischer's high-calibre cuisine all year round. The surprise menu consists of five to eight contemporary and innovative courses, with dishes such as smoked South Burgenland pigeon from southern Burgenland with umeboshi plum, spelt, consommé, shiitake mushroom, elderberry and rowanberry. Wine pairing recommendations come courtesy of the amiable and highly qualified sommelier. This tastefully designed restaurant occupies the first floor of a modern pavilion on the waterfront promenade – as one would expect, spots on the terrace are much in demand. The floor-to-

Wirtshaus im Dorfhotel Mayer

Bib Gourmand€€Seasonal Cuisine

This place has kept it in the family since 1854. Now the seventh generation, embodied by daughter Lisa Mayer, is at the helm. This certified sommelier takes care of matters front of house; behind the scenes, her husband Stefan Ell-Mayer is responsible for the food. He cooks up a seasonal à la carte selection, which changes every two to three weeks. Without overwhelming diners with choice, it still promises something for everyone, from traditional beef soup or beef tartare to coq au vin with Zehentmoarhof Riesling, young vegetables, Brandteigkrapferl (traditional Austrian pastries), or golden t

Lercher's Wirtshaus

Bib Gourmand€€regional, austrian

At this traditional inn you can enjoy both comfortable lodging and excellent food. Anna Lercher and Daniel Leitner are your dedicated hosts. Having met while working in the kitchen at Vienna's Steirereck, they now represent the fourth generation to run this family business. Anna oversees the cordial service, and Daniel focuses on the food, in which craftsmanship and flavour take centre stage. The menu features classics such as Styrian Duroc pork schnitzel and grilled char from the Schwarzenberg fish farm, as well as seasonal dishes like carpaccio of young stag and Baiersdorf roe buck ragout, a

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Wirtshaus by Vitus Winkler

Bib Gourmand€€€Austrian, Regional Cuisine

This modern Alpine tavern is a wonderful alternative to the fine dining restaurant here at Hotel Sonnenhof. Windows between the two dining areas foster a nice and airy feel and mean there is a view of the magnificent mountain landscape from almost every table. The tastefully designed upscale interior with a hint of rusticity is the perfect setting in which to enjoy a contemporary take on Wirtshausküche (tavern cuisine) based on select, mostly regional ingredients. Think "Alpine fish soup – paprika fish soup, Alpine prawns, fennel agnolotti" or "Pongauer Fleischkrapfen (meat and sauerkraut dump

Wassermann

€€€Modern Cuisine

This small fine dining restaurant is in the MONDI Hotel, which boasts a picturesque hillside location overlooking the lake Gundlsee – with such a fantastic backdrop, the terrace is a real highlight! But eating inside is just as appealing, on account of the upscale modern ambience bursting with regional charm. The à la carte menu is not too extensive but constitutes a judicious selection, from which you can also create a three- to five-course set menu. The emphasis is on seasonal ingredients from the surrounding area, such as Ausseerland trout, Salzkammergut catfish and Gundlsee lamb. Vegetaria

Stefan Haas Fine Dine

€€€Creative, Seasonal Cuisine

Run by Stefan Haas, this restaurant offers a totally immersive experience. The open kitchen allows you to witness firsthand how the chef-patron transforms seasonal ingredients into flavoursome dishes with his own creative touch. There is no menu in the traditional sense: you are given small cards with sketches and explanations of the dishes – you then compile your own meal from these options. Modern and minimalist in style, the dining space has only a limited number of tables. Service is friendly and adept – your host and sommelier Juliane Haas brings a warm, personal touch.

Das Seekarhaus

€€€Austrian, International

In a wonderful location at an altitude of 1 800m with panoramic views and right on the ski slope in winter, Hotel Seekarhaus offers more than inviting accommodation. Dining here is also a pleasantly informal experience, with an appealing à la carte selection to whet the appetite: think organic Wagyu burger or Backhendl (fried chicken) with potato and lamb's lettuce salad and cranberries, not to mention Kaiserschmarrn (Austrian pancake dessert) with two types of compote. Hot meals are served from 11.30am to 5pm, and a slightly shorter afternoon menu is available from 2pm. A spot on the glorious

Goldader - Alpine Kulinarik

€€€Modern Cuisine, Austrian

Housed in a modern building in a rural setting, this is an interesting location. The interior is stylish and minimalist with a soothing colour scheme – don't miss your chance to take in the lovely view from the terrace. The dishes served here are a modern take on Austrian cuisine showcasing the finest local ingredients including game and fresh trout. There is a tasting menu with a flexible number of courses. Friendly and attentive service.

Winterstellgut

€€€Regional Cuisine, Seasonal Cuisine

It is worth making the journey here for the stunning views of the surrounding mountains from the sun-drenched plateau some 1 000m above Annaberg – and they are even better from the terrace. At this 16C farm building, dine in cosy, rustic-style nooks or on the light-filled veranda. The kitchen is open all day, serving traditional regional and seasonal cuisine that draws on the odd international influence, such as Kalbsrahmbeuscherl mit Semmelknöde (veal offal ragout with bread dumplings) and lobster gyoza with an Asian-style bisque. Alternatively, opt for the set menu. Everything is made with g

Poll's Kaiserterrasse - Gourmet Restaurant im Weissen Rössl

€€€Classic Cuisine, Contemporary

The spectacular lakeside location at Wolfgangsee is one of the main draws of this place. Combined with the stunning views of the lake and mountains, the classically elegant decor and live piano music in the background make for a truly romantic atmosphere. Incorporating local produce and drawing on classic and modern influences, the food is equally impressive. Diners have a choice of three set menus: "Poll's Menü", "Rössl Menü" and "Fondue Erlebnis" (must be pre-ordered). The outstanding wine list showcases Austrian labels. Friendly service. Overnight accommodation is available at Romantik Hote

Zum Goldenen Hirschen - Hirschenstube

€€€Contemporary, Traditional Cuisine

Dating back to 1624, this venerable old building in the centre of Gmunden used to be an inn and is now a boutique hotel and restaurant. Chef Christoph Parzer expertly transforms fresh ingredients into flavoursome dishes that range from regional specialities to modern international cuisine. This interesting mix is presented in the form of an appealing à la carte selection including steaks and Alpine sushi, and the "AURUM" fine dining menu served in the evening. The interior impresses with its attractive blend of traditional elements – such as a tiled oven, a timber ceiling and brick vaulting –

Batzenhäusl

€€€French, International

This charming country inn is located by the picturesque Krotensee, a stone's throw from the historic Hüttenstein Castle. In its lovely, rustic dining spaces, delicious Alpine-Adriatic cuisine is served: fresh oysters, fish and seafood, game and braised meat, as well as various steaks; whole fish from the Mondsee are served based on the daily catch. Order à la carte or opt for a set menu. The well-curated wine list is international but highlights Austrian producers. They also have well-appointed guestrooms for overnight guests.

Luckys Restaurant Haus am Hang

€€€€International, Classic Cuisine

The "place to be" is a pretty apt way to describe this restaurant from which you can take in a wonderful view of the lake (Wolfgang See), Sankt Gilgen and the surrounding mountains. As you can imagine, the sophisticated terrace is coveted in summer… and then there is the good food added into the mix. Susanne and Lucas Bocsa have been putting their heart and soul into their role as hosts for many years and, over time, have established a chic restaurant where Lucas Bocsa cooks up flavoursome dishes, both classic and international. With the two set menus, "Luckys" and "Luckys All Around the World

1er Beisl im Lexenhof

€€€Austrian, International

This idyllic lakeside house has been in existence since 1447. With their wood panelling and tiled stove, its rooms have a cosy atmosphere that draws on the region. The cuisine is Austrian-influenced, but also has an international lilt. There is a choice of à la carte dishes or you can opt for the "Genuss-Menü" (set menu), or indeed pick and choose individual courses from the latter. The veal fillet and braised veal cheek, for example, is really delicious. On Mondays, a surprise menu comprising three or five courses is served. The restaurant is located in Hotel Lexenhof, which offers charming,

Das Bräu

€€Austrian

An establishment that is a delight in every respect! The fantastic lakeside location by Attersee alone makes a visit worthwhile, as does the pleasingly relaxed atmosphere, which combines rural charm with more modern features, as well as the beautiful terrace. And then there's the cuisine, which has classic Austrian roots. The dishes that grace the menu are tasty and prepared without much ado - "Wiener schnitzel made from saddle of veal" or half a roast chicken; the odd Mediterranean influence also makes its presence felt. Many of the wines on the 500-plus list are from Austria. The Hotel Aichi

Sirloin Grill & Dine

€€€€Grills, Barbecue

As the name suggests, steaks cooked on the grill are the main attraction here. The meat, dry-aged in-house, is impressive in terms of quality and perfectly judged cooking. Side dishes can be individually selected. Those who prefer surf and turf can add on locally raised prawns or scallops, for example. Oysters and caviar are also on the menu, and there are vegetarian dishes, too. The space is tasteful, modern and cosy – a glass wine cooler, dry ager and pleasant lighting concept underscore the upscale interior. The heart of the dining room is the open kitchen with the grill in the centre. The