Best restaurants in Haibach

Philipp

★ Michelin€€€€international

For more than 20 years, Heike and Michael Philipp have been dedicated to keeping their guests happy. The very popular "Classique" set menu showcases a modern take on classic cuisine in four or six courses. The cooking is remarkably precise and bold, seamlessly incorporating Mediterranean and Asian accents. A standout example is the house-made agnolotti with lightly smoked mushrooms, miso and Périgord truffle. The carte blanche surprise menu is available as an alternative on Sat and Sun lunchtime and Sun evening. When it comes to wine, you can rely entirely on the recommendations of your extrem

KUNO 1408

★ Michelin€€€€Creative, Modern Cuisine

This really lovely restaurant in the centre of the Baroque city has a long tradition dating back to 1408. Kuno von Rebstock is said to have been one of the first owners of the Zum Rebstock estate at that time – hence the name. Today, diners can look forward to the ingredient-led cuisine of chef duo Robin Hofmann and Patrick Grieshaber. Creative modern dishes such as "pike-perch, tomato, spinach, black pearl caviar" or "carrot, cauliflower, ponzu, lion's mane mushroom" are served as part of a four- to six-course set menu by a professional yet friendly and relaxed front-of-house team, who give e

🕐 We-Sa 18:00+

MiZAR

★ Michelin€€€€Creative, Seasonal Cuisine

In April 2024, Konstantin Kuntzsch – formerly of the restaurant Speiseberg in Halle an der Saale – opened his own place here near the Main River and the old town. His business partner and co-founder Florian Mack is your sommelier and host, heading up the friendly front-of-house team. Ambitious chef Konstantin Kuntzsch conjures up a creative seasonal seven-course set menu. The perfectly pink roasted saddle of Bavarian fawn with a mild hazelnut crust, for example, makes an impression in terms of both technique and flavour. The meat pairs beautifully with the celery and apple flavours and the sil

Weinstock

★ Michelin€€€€Creative, Farm to table

The first floor of the long-established Zur Schwane hotel is home to a wonderfully chic restaurant, whose decor embodies a harmonious blend of old and new. A highly adept kitchen team creates modern dishes with classical foundations, homing in on the essentials: ingredients and flavours. The carefully selected produce is sourced locally if possible, and some even comes from the hotel's garden. The chefs also have a penchant for herbs. Only German wines are served, including some from the restaurant's estate (they are all available by the glass, too). It's definitely worth opting for the sugges

Le Frankenberg

★ Michelin€€€€Modern Cuisine, French

What an incredible spot! Guests cross a bridge to reach the lavishly restored Schloss Frankenberg, which enjoys a beautiful elevated location. As well as incorporating a hotel and vineyard, this grand estate is home to Le Frankenberg, whose stylish and elegant interior exudes historical charm. Guided by the theme "French. Franconian. Fine.", the kitchen presents the five- to seven-course set menu "Innovative Klassik by Sascha Bungeroth", with vegetarian and vegan versions available on request with at least two weeks' notice. The international wine list is well curated and includes wines from t

Winzerhof Stahl

★ Michelin€€€€Modern Cuisine, Seasonal Cuisine

Both foodies and oenophiles are in for a real treat at Winzerhof Stahl. A passionate winemaker, owner Christian Stahl places the wine from his own vineyard at the heart of the kitchen, as inspiration for the flavour and direction of his cuisine. The dishes on the modern nine-course surprise set menu are perfectly paired with the nine accompanying wines. Sit back and enjoy this fine interplay in a lovely setting: the interior sees a charming blend of minimalist design and features of the original building, such as exposed wooden beams and stone walls. A pleasantly intimate atmosphere reigns in

Mittermeier

★ Michelin€€€€Modern Cuisine, Farm to table

Diners walk past the open kitchen into the trendy dining space, where attentive service comes courtesy of a friendly and dedicated front-of-house team. The cuisine is modern and seasonal, with many ingredients sourced from regional producers. Dishes such as ravioli, Parmigiano Reggiano and green olive or guinea fowl, chanterelles and lovage demonstrate a pleasing sense of clarity and coherence with delightful contrasts and perfectly balanced flavours. The small cards providing information about the dishes are a nice idea. Create your own menu by choosing five, seven or nine courses. The staff

La Boucherie

★ Michelin€€€€Contemporary

Previously chef at Kuno 1408 in Würzburg, Daniel Schröder is already a familiar name in the region, and he is now at the helm of the small-format fine dining restaurant at this charming hotel. In the kitchen, the chef-owner draws inspiration from French cuisine and uses top-notch ingredients to craft dishes that emanate finesse. His "kohlrabi, pear, pecan", for example, proves to be a particularly successful combination of textures and flavours. The five- or six-course set menu is based on the seasons and complemented by a well-curated wine list dominated by regional labels. The tastefully mod

Laudensacks Gourmet Restaurant

★ Michelin€€€€Classic Cuisine, Seasonal Cuisine

In keeping with the rest of Laudensacks Parkhotel & Retreat, the fine dining restaurant is a vision of tasteful elegance. The kitchen here has retained its Michelin star since 1994. For many years now, this has been the domain of Frederik Desch, whose cooking style successfully blends classic culinary tradition and modern innovation. He makes good use of first-rate produce such as Rhön salmon trout or local venison, showcasing his ability to bring their individual flavours to the fore. The wine list features Franconian, regional and international labels. In summer, you can enjoy the fine food

Keidenzeller Hof

★ Michelin€€€€Modern Cuisine, Creative

Set in a small village, this former farmhouse has been given a fabulous facelift that retains much of its original character while introducing modern details. Wood and stone features blend tastefully and elegantly to create a chic, stylish interior. Chef-patron Martin Grimmer proposes a creative seasonal set menu (a vegetarian version can be ordered in advance). His cooking involves original ideas and subtle combinations – the appetisers, too, hit the mark. His charming wife Vera, who presides front of house, is on hand to propose excellent wine or alcohol-free drink pairings. On Saturdays you

Alter Esel

Bib Gourmand€€Farm to table, Seasonal Cuisine

The couple who run this restaurant put everything they have into creating a warm atmosphere and serving seasonal cuisine that draws on regional and Mediterranean influences. The set menu also comes in a vegetarian version. In addition to the cosy, lovingly decorated dining area inside, there are a handful of outdoor tables affording views of the historical buildings of this charming little town. This business is a Slow Food member.

Michels Stern

Bib Gourmand€€Country cooking, Seasonal Cuisine

The Michel family have always run their restaurant with great dedication, and now the fourth generation is at the helm. Two brothers make this an experience to remember: Wolfgang draws on good produce to cook tasty dishes ranging from traditional home-style fare to refined cuisine. Stefan will be delighted to recommend the right Franconian wine to go with your food. Plus well-kept guestrooms.

Landhaus Zum Falken

Bib Gourmand€€Country cooking, Farm to table

Lars Zwick has been running this cosy, rustic-style inn in the charming Tauber Valley for many years. The cuisine is regional and seasonal, and the excellent produce is sourced locally as far as possible. Freshly prepared sausages (made in-house) are served on Thursdays and Fridays. Some of the wines – to pair with delicious dishes such as rack of lamb in a herb crust – come from the restaurant's own vineyard. They also produce their own fruit brandies and keep bees. The old barn serves as a function room and wine tastings are held in the vaulted cellar. The pretty guestrooms exude rural charm

Weinhaus Zum Ritter

Bib Gourmand€€Country cooking

This really lovely restaurant is deservedly popular. Accommodated in a converted 500-year-old farmhouse, it boasts a charming dining area with a cosy atmosphere, and an eye-catching old Swiss church window. In the small open kitchen, chef-patron Thomas Hausin conjures up fresh, regional dishes that are rife with robust flavours and won't break the bank. Attentive service courtesy of the friendly hostess. N.B. Different opening hours in summer.

Rotes Ross

Bib Gourmand€€Country cooking, Farm to table

If you are a fan of fresh and seasonal regional cuisine, the Bogner family's restaurant will be right up your street. This place is cosy and the service comes courtesy of friendly and well-drilled waitstaff managed by the lady of the house. As for the wine, the focus is also on the region. In summer, the leafy courtyard terrace is in great demand. You can also spend the night in one of the well-kept, comfortable guestrooms.

Landgasthof zum Kaffelstein

Bib Gourmand€€Seasonal Cuisine, Contemporary

Having already proven his talent at Kuno 1408 in Würzburg, Daniel Schröder has now struck out alone here with a dual concept: In addition to fine dining at La Boucherie, you can look forward to delicious seasonal cuisine in this lovely alternative. The menu is pared down to a limited number of dishes that focus on the essentials, leaving nothing to chance in terms of expression and flavour. In summer, the terrace in the courtyard is a pleasant place to sit. The hotel also has spruce, modern guestrooms.

Gasthaus Hofmann

Bib Gourmand€€Country cooking, Farm to table

It is no wonder that this inn run by Bettina Hofmann attracts so many regulars – diners are won over by the cosy, elegantly furnished interior, as well as the exceptional food. Her appetising cuisine is regional, seasonal and dotted with modern influences, and the wines are excellent. In addition, they serve a vegetarian set menu. The service is friendly and well organised. There are also comfortable guestrooms. The eggs served at breakfast are laid by the establishment's own hens!

Gutshof Andres

Bib Gourmand€€Seasonal Cuisine, Farm to table

Surrounded by venerable old trees, this listed manor house has been owned by the same family since 1839. It boasts a delightful beer garden overlooking a small lake. Your hosts put everything they have into providing friendly service and fresh, seasonal regional cuisine. Their focus on quality is apparent in their selection of ingredients, some of which they make themselves. House-made spreads, sauces, brandies etc are also available for purchase. Should you wish to stay the night in this lovely, quiet spot, there are two flats in the former brewery, chic, modern double rooms in the coach hous

Schwarzkopf

Bib Gourmand€€Country cooking

Run by Stefan Pumm and his charming wife Anja, this restaurant serves delicious regional fare made from the freshest ingredients. Alongside the set menus, there is a well-curated à la carte selection. Highlights include house-made potato gnocchi with green asparagus, and Spessart beef shoulder braised in red wine. A perennial favourite: Chateaubriand with Béarnaise sauce, served for two. Dine in the elegant wood-panelled dining room or out on the lovely terrace. Well-appointed guestrooms.

Weinhaus Stern

Bib Gourmand€€Country cooking, Farm to table

This destination is sought after for all the right reasons, from its cosy, rustic interior and charming courtyard to the friendly service. Not least, the seasonal cuisine wins diners over with its freshness and flavour – take, for instance, the roast wild boar served with house-made potato dumplings. Chef-patron Klaus Markert champions honest craftsmanship and quality, complemented by a fine selection of regional wines. Tip: Try the estate's own premium schnapps. Charming guestrooms are available, and breakfast features house-made fruit preserves.

Weinforum Franken

€€€regional

This trendy, modern restaurant is perfectly summed up by its slogan of "French sophistication with a Franconian soul". The ambitious food, made with top-notch ingredients, is bold and expressive. The appealing menu includes a small à la carte selection (featuring dishes such as "Grass-fed beef tartare, crisps, wheat beer foam, mustard seeds, quail's egg, radishes"), a selection of dry-aged beef, and a weekly menu with dishes available individually or in a set menu format. It is no coincidence that they go by the name "Weinforum": on the premises, there is also an integrated wine shop with a go

Gambero Rosso da Domenico

€€Italian, Seasonal Cuisine

Domenico Cannizzaro has been on a mission to showcase Italian cuisine in Franconia for well over 20 years, and has run this restaurant at the small marina with his wife, Teresa, since 2012. Here, they live and breathe hospitality, serving two set menus, "Domenico" and "Teresuzza", which each comprise three or four courses – it's also possible to mix and match. Astute wine recommendations come courtesy of the chef-patron himself. Gorgeous terrace overlooking the Main River.

Zehntkeller

€€Country cooking, International

Located in the middle of the village, this traditional establishment serves good regional and seasonal cuisine. The menu features mouth-watering dishes such as braised beef cheek in a Pinot noir sauce. Opt for a four-course set menu or order à la carte. The house proposes its own organic wines. Very friendly and well-drilled service, a cosy interior, and a lovely terrace laid out under the wisteria. The hotel of the same name has stylish, classic guestrooms.

Zur Iphöfer Kammer

€€Farm to table, International

This picture-perfect Gasthaus is located on Marktplatz, in the centre of this quaint wine-growing town. The lovely little terrace is as inviting as the elegantly charming interior. Your dedicated hosts, Heidrun Kaufmann and Markus Lösch, really know how to create a warm and welcoming atmosphere: she provides cordial service with a personal touch; he cooks up ambitious dishes brimming with bold flavours – venison ragout fin with rye bread gnocchi, or sea bass with artichokes and lemon polenta. Excellent wines from Wirsing wine estate.

Aifach Reisers

€€Seasonal Cuisine, Classic Cuisine

On the site of the city's erstwhile covered market, Bernhard Reiser – inspired by that previous vocation – has brought to life a friendly, casual, seasonal restaurant concept. At lunchtime, a concise, reasonably priced menu including an enticing three-course set menu is served; in the evening, the cuisine is more ambitious and comes in à la carte or surprise menu form. Tables are laid out on the ground floor and in the gallery. From some seats you have a direct view of the action in the open kitchen on the lower level. In summer, head for the terrace overlooking the market square.

🕐 Mo-Su 11:00-22:00

Baron.ess

€€€€Creative, Seasonal Cuisine

This trendy and stylish restaurant occupies an old bridge structure on the premises of the Brückenbaron events venue. When you enter, you can take a peek into the glass-enclosed kitchen before being seated in the airy dining space. The large windows look out onto landscaped grounds, complete with a pond and fountain. Gorgeous terrace. The modern set menu is made using seasonal produce. Vegetables feature prominently throughout. The same ingredient is often presented in various forms and textures. The service is very friendly, attentive and professional – the chefs are on hand to talk you throu

Schwane 1404

€€Country cooking, Farm to table

In this centuries-old inn in the beautiful old town, this is a truly charming alternative to the fine dining restaurant. Both the inviting, rustic-style restaurant room and fantastic inner courtyard are appealing places to eat. In the evening, you can order modern-inspired classic dishes à la carte or opt for the "Romantik" set menu. Many of the ingredients are locally sourced; some of the vegetables are from their own garden, and they have their own wines. Hearty meals (‘Brotzeit’) are served at lunchtime.

Kugelmühle

€€Classic French, Farm to table

Max Matreux has been at the helm of this sleekly designed restaurant in a side wing of a factory since 2001. He champions a responsible approach, as is apparent in his classic cuisine, which features seasonal and regional ingredients. In addition to the three- to five-course set menu, there is an appealing à la carte selection. Friendly and professional service adds to the pleasant atmosphere.

Kings and Queens

€€€International, Farm to table

This small restaurant has plenty of regulars, who are drawn by the modern and elegant decor, the friendly and professional service and the seasonal international cuisine. A choice of three menus, one of which is vegetarian, is proposed. You can also swap out courses or order à la carte. The wine list is sure to please, with an especially well-curated selection of labels from the region.

Weinhaus Anker

€€Seasonal Cuisine, Farm to table

Run with great dedication, this restaurant is steeped in tradition. The original charm of the building has been beautifully retained in the dining spaces – eg the Alte Stube with its wood panelling and ceiling paintings, and Im Fachwerk with its combination of rustic old beams and modern design features. The cuisine is predominantly regional, but the menu also includes French-influenced dishes. Friendly service. Tip: The Holzfasskeller, a 400-year-old wine cellar, can be booked for events. Well-appointed guestrooms.

HerR

€€€€International, Seasonal Cuisine

The handsome herrnschlösschen hotel, located in the Old Town, is home to a delightful little restaurant whose stylish modern interior design seamlessly incorporates the building's historical architectural features – note the huge wooden beam dating back to 1526! Following the seasons, the five-course set menu features dishes such as "Norwegian skrei, celeriac, pak choi, sesame" or "Franconian lamb, Jerusalem artichoke, morels, Martini". The charming waitstaff will recommend the perfect wine accompaniment. Fabulous terrace in the baroque garden!

Spessarttor

€Traditional Cuisine, Country cooking

This long-established family business is a well-run affair, with diners settling into the cosy dining rooms to enjoy regional fare. On the menu, tasty dishes such as roast venison with red cabbage and dumplings will whet your appetite. You can stay overnight in the inn or in the guesthouse located 300m away.

Jagstmühle

€€€Classic French, Farm to table

With its cosy yet elegant interior and charming terrace, the restaurant blends seamlessly into the romantic setting of this estate on the banks of the Jagst. Light wood panelling, a tiled stove and pretty fabrics all create an inviting sense of warmth and comfort. Cordial and attentive service also contributes to the lovely atmosphere. The cooking follows the seasons and incorporates international influences. Diners can choose from an appealing à la carte menu. Good to know: The restaurant also opens for lunch at weekends. Tip: Before or after your meal, take a stroll through the beautiful gro

Landhaus Hohenlohe

€€€Mediterranean Cuisine, Country cooking

This long-standing family business, now with Matthias Mack at the helm, is run according to a winning formula. In a very pleasant informal atmosphere, extremely friendly and experienced waitstaff are always on hand. The delicious food is freshly prepared and feautures regional and international influences. You can compose a three- or four-course set menu from the appealing list of options (also vegetarian) or order à la carte. Appetising dishes include porcini ravioli, baby spinach, Brettenfeld Jerusalem artichokes, truffle fonduta. The restaurant also has its own herb and vegetable garden. Ov

Wirtschaft von Johann Gerner

€€€Country cooking, Farm to table

The journey out here to the countryside is well worth it, because Detlef Gerner and his wife Tanja live and breathe hospitality par excellence in their cosy restaurant. The hand-written menu features flavoursome dishes based on seasonal and predominantly regional produce – incidentally, they bake their own bread. In summer, you can sit on the terrace out front. Overnight accommodation in the pretty "Häusla" (for two to seven people).

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€€€Modern Cuisine, Farm to table

There is temporarily a change of concept here, with an amended menu, "Restaurant Würzburger Bau", being served until the end of June. From July onwards, fine dining cuisine will be back. As its name suggests, this tastefully decorated restaurant in a side wing of Hotel Anne-Sophie employs differently abled people, and the success of the initiative is clear to see in the great team. In the stylish decor, clean lines meet artwork, including a celestial painting by Markus Schmidgall on the high ceiling. The small terrace in the courtyard is delightful on a fine summer's day.