Hotel & Restaurant Schloss Schwandegg

In the countryside near Lake Constance, this converted mill is an appealing spot with a fabulous garden. It is a centuries-old half-timbered house with two dining spaces – Falkenstube and Mühlenstube – that are done up in a tasteful blend of elegant and rustic decor. The many regulars keep coming back for more not only on account of the gorgeous setting, but also for the friendly welcome extended by the hosts. On that note, owner Anne Wuhrer deserves a special mention: she and her team provide friendly, discreet service that runs like clockwork. And then there is the excellent cuisine, which i

Led by two young Spanish chefs, Dan Rodriguez-Zaugg and Alejandro Perez Polo, the kitchen team creates highly innovative, exciting and technically complex dishes, such as Swiss Alpine pike-perch ceviche with white soya mayonnaise and jalapeños. The menu showcases a blend of Spanish avant-garde, South American and Asian culinary influences. There is a four- to eight-course set menu with a vegetarian alternative. Options are simpler and more limited at lunchtime, but the evening menu can also be made available upon prior request. Friendly and adept service. The restaurant is housed in a charming

This restaurant is steeped in tradition, and much sought after for its excellent seasonal cuisine. The chef's expertise and his knack for preparing select ingredients with real flavour are evident in dishes such as spicy smoked trout tartare with dill mustard and marinated apple and beetroot salad, and braised veal cheek, Bramata polenta and green beans with dried bacon. At lunchtime, you can order à la carte or opt for one of four three-course set menus. In the evening, there is a tasting menu in addition to an à la carte selection. Attentive service comes courtesy of a friendly and well-orga

This small restaurant in a side street in the old town has a charming, down-to-earth and almost intimate atmosphere. It also serves really good food, cooked up by chef-owner Jan Schmidlin from almost exclusively regional produce. Shining examples of his delicious modern seasonal fare that are not to be missed include the excellent local trout fillet served with wild broccoli, nuts, dill and beurre blanc. Alongside the four-course set menu, there is an à la carte selection of dishes, plus a good range of regional wines, which are also available by the glass. Extremely pleasant, cordial hospital

A true culinary beacon in the region, this 300-year-old half-timbered house looks wonderfully inviting from the outside. Chef-patron Christian Kuchler leaves us in no doubt that he is a master of classic cuisine, but he also incorporates carefully balanced creative touches and Asian influences. His perfectly cooked poularde de bresse, accompanied by Albufeira sauce with a delicate peppery note and buttery-creamy mashed potatoes à la Robuchon, is as impressive as his sashimi with wasabi marinade and soy sauce. Excellent ingredients are the common thread throughout the entire menu – used without

Set in the heart of the historical little town with its picturesque painted façades, this restaurant is housed in an old half-timbered building. The interior design is chic and tasteful, and in fine weather there is a lovely terrace overlooking the pedestrian zone. Serbian-born Zoran Baratovic presides in the kitchen, turning out dishes that draw on classical and Mediterranean influences. We highly recommend the mouthwatering veal shank ravioli. And to accompany your meal, the attentive maître d', who is always on hand, will provide you with a well-curated wine list. Feel free to enquire about

The journey out to the countryside is well worth it for the experience of cuisine cooked with heart and passion. The menu ranges from lobster and wild boar entrecôte to classics of regional cuisine such as house-made Kalbshackbraten (veal meatloaf) and beef fillet stroganoff. Plump for the set menu or dine à la carte. In both the simple Wirtsstube (ground floor) and the more upmarket Pratum (first floor), the atmosphere is cosy – the latter also has a pretty terrace for summer days; it is converted into a fondue parlour from November to February. Tip: Their Wyberg Shop has lots of tasty treats