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Run by the same family for four generations, Kaiserhof has a surprisingly chic and fresh interior behind its deceptively traditional façade. The tastefully designed dining space is accessed via the open kitchen – diners can also watch the chefs at work. The concept here is a seasonally orientated "Culinary Journey" in six courses – for which you should allow plenty of time. Vegetarian dishes such as aubergine with pointed cabbage and Parmesan are just as enticing as the duck with Savoy cabbage and blackcurrant. Friendly and attentive front-of-house team. The chefs are involved in serving and t

The location in the old castle ruins is glorious, and the view of the Rhine is spectacular – best enjoyed from the terrace. Inside, floor-to-ceiling windows frame the scenery beautifully. The kitchen takes its cue from the changing seasons and region, showcasing produce such as organic veal and venison from Oberheimbach, salmon trout from the Wisper Valley, zander from Lake Laach and vegetables and herbs from the castle's own garden. Alongside an excellent à la carte selection, there’s a choice of two set menus – one larger, one smaller. The wine list highlights local estates, including the ca

The restaurant at lifestyle hotel Papa Rhein sports a tasteful vintage maritime look and serves good food made with the freshest ingredients. Each evening, a new three-course set menu is presented, in a vegetarian or omnivore version – the latter with options. Lunch is à la carte. The front-of-house team pulls out all the stops but keeps things informal. There is a wonderful view of the Rhine and the surrounding vineyards – in summer, the delightful terrace beckons! In the bar, sand underfoot brings that beach feeling indoors.

This attractive restaurant serving appealing seasonal cuisine is housed in the premises of a former Asbach Uralt brandy distillery. The set menu includes a minimum of four courses, but you can also order à la carte. Sit back to savour your meal and enjoy friendly service in this chic setting with a partially visible kitchen. Tables are set up to create a pleasant terrace in summer. Tip for motorists: there is also a public car park near the train station and the Rhine.

This elegant modern restaurant is accommodated in a charming Baroque mansion within the historical Schlosspark. In an airy, high-ceilinged space, diners are served classic cuisine with regional and Mediterranean sides, for you to pick à la carte or as a set menu. The proprietor himself runs the kitchen, using good-quality ingredients to cook up tasty dishes, while the lady of the house takes care of diners in a cordial manner. On hot summer days, make a beeline for the marvellous terrace.

In an annexe of the centuries-old Schloss Johannisberg – the world's first Riesling wine estate – this bright, friendly restaurant has a wonderful conservatory and terrace. Thanks to its elevated location, it commands a wonderful view of the region and the Rhine. The food is fresh, classic cuisine with seasonal and regional influences served in a four- or five-course set menu format or à la carte. Appetising options include "Schloss Bouillabaisse", beef tenderloin Wellington, braised beef roulade and crêpes Suzette flambéed tableside. Various types of caviar also feature on the menu. Simple re

In this chic brasserie in a glass-paned pavilion at Burg Schwarzenstein, you can savour a wonderful view (also magnificent from the terrace!) and market-fresh French cuisine – from starters such as "escargots de vigne en cocotte" to meat and fish dishes such as "choucroute Schwarzenstein" or sole meunière, and, for dessert, île flottante. You also have the option of oysters and caviar. The well-stocked wine list homes in on German and French labels. Tip: For the optimum experience, consider staying overnight – there are lovely individually styled guestrooms distributed across the Parkresidenz,