Best restaurants in Lohr

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

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

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+

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

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

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

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 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.

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.

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.

Zur Krone

Bib Gourmand€€Farm to table, Seasonal Cuisine

The inn has been in the Restel family since 1969 and is now run by the second generation. Their consistently high level of dedication is crystal clear in the delicious, seasonally inspired cuisine. The à la carte dishes and set menu are complemented by a well-curated wine list featuring local wines. The friendly service is a bonus, and a table on the leafy terrace is also a lovely option. They have nice guestrooms, should you care to stay longer.

Gaststube

Bib Gourmand€€Country cooking, Traditional Cuisine

Housed inside Krone is this pleasant, cosy and down-to-earth restaurant that is also run by the Wölfelschneider family. The Gaststube menu will appeal to those who appreciate regional, home-style cooking, a case in point being the fillet of Odenwald trout on a bed of leek and chanterelle mushrooms with a cider and herb sauce. Mediterranean influences can also be detected on the menu. In addition to the delicious food, a highlight is the friendly service, which contributes to the congenial atmosphere. In summer, the terrace is idyllic!

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.

Landgasthof Zur Post

Bib Gourmand€Country cooking, Farm to table

Owned by the same family since 1870, this restaurant is now in its sixth generation. They are passionate about cooking, and use fresh produce sourced almost entirely from regional suppliers to serve up locally sourced cuisine at reasonable prices. The delicious dishes cooked up by the chef showcase his experience in fine dining. In addition to the appealing à la carte options, a seasonal three-course set menu is also on offer. The ambience is cosy and rustic; in summer the terrace commands lovely views of Nieder-Moos. Five guestrooms and a holiday apartment are available for overnight stays.

Kaufmann's Restaurant am Schlosspark

Bib Gourmand€€Seasonal Cuisine, International

Set in a lovingly restored castle brewery, this restaurant serves freshly prepared, flavoursome dishes in an attractive space featuring exposed brickwork, vaulted ceilings and modern interior design. Friendly service. The cuisine has a regional dimension but also incorporates international influences, and stands out for its depth, flavour and confident execution. In addition to the frequently changing à la carte selection, there is the "Genießer-Menü", a set menu available in either a meat and fish or a vegetarian version, and the six- to eight-course "Gourmet-Menü", with optional wine pairing

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.

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.

Behl's Restaurant

€€Country cooking, Farm to table

The dedication of the Behl family is palpable whether you're staying in their Genusshotel with its cheerful and cosy guestrooms or dining in the restaurant, complete with charming shaded courtyard terrace. You can look forward to a welcoming atmosphere and delicious dishes made with locally sourced produce such as Blankenbach brook trout or Spessart pasture-raised beef. They also host regular Brennabende ("spirit evenings") in the distillery, including a set menu with spirit pairings and a demonstration.

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.

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Der Löwe

€€Country cooking, Regional Cuisine

For years, the Sauters' well-kept establishment has been lauded for its delicious cuisine. Game from the region is one popular choice here, but their dishes with an international spin have also garnered favour with customers. Friendly, attentive service; tasteful setting. Tip: On Wednesday evenings, they serve a four-course surprise menu at an affordable price.

Cølbo

€€€€Creative, Modern Cuisine

Armed with an impressive CV, chef-patron Moritz Techet presents his modern, creative concept here. Diners are treated to a surprise menu comprising 10 smaller or larger courses, each one technically polished and precisely executed. Each dish is pared down to the essentials and based on select, predominantly regional ingredients. The restaurant maintains its own herb garden, they forage for mushrooms and berries, and employ fermentation and preservation techniques. Vegetarian cuisine is at the fore. The charming and dedicated waitstaff are led by Jansý Frederiksberg and assisted by the chefs, w

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.

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

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.

Krone

€€€Classic Cuisine, Seasonal Cuisine

You will feel at home here for a number of reasons. Not only can you enjoy the modern, classic and seasonal cuisine showcasing local produce, but there is also the friendly, attentive service that comes courtesy of the owner and her team, who also know their way around the wine list. The elegantly pared-down interior is equally inviting, not to mention the beautiful garden with shaded seating that draws diners in summer. Well-kept guestrooms are available should you wish to stay the night.

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.

Farmerhaus

€€€African

African produce enriches the cuisine, which is international in character. Wood carvings and trophies from the country where the dishes originated are interesting to look at.

Abt- und Schäferstube

€€€Farm to table, Contemporary

The location – the beautiful grounds of a centuries-old monastery estate surrounded by nature – is the very epitome of peace and quiet. Oozing historical, rustic charm, the restaurant serves classic, seasonal cuisine with a distinct modern influence. You can order à la carte or opt for the set menu (up to six courses). The service is competent and friendly. The terrace with a view of the Odenwald forest is particularly pleasant, and the well-stocked vaulted wine cellar dating back to 1524 is also worth seeing. For an overnight stay, the Der Schafhof hotel has well-kept guestrooms. Be sure to t

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

Fleur de Sel

€€Classic French, Farm to table

This restaurant in a residential area in Maintal-Dörnigheim brings a slice of France to the Rhine-Main area. You can look forward to experiencing French-Mediterranean flair, both in terms of the feel of the place and Patrick Theumer's seasonally influenced cuisine. The three set menus, one of which is vegetarian, are particularly appealing. Friendly service headed by host Yasemin Theumer. It is also pleasant to dine on the beautifully verdant terrace.

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.

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.