Hirschen

Cuisine

Creative, Seasonal Cuisine

Michelin

2

Price

€€€€

Website

https://www.douce-steiner.de/de_home.html

Description

What is it that draws legions of visitors from near and far to this tranquil village in Markgräflerland? Douce Steiner and Udo Weiler's hotel-restaurant is housed in a picture-perfect building that dates back over 500 years. In the charming, elegant interior, windows allow a glimpse into the kitchen – there, the chefs can be seen creating a six-course set menu that takes its cue from the seasons, draws on classic French influences and incorporates regional produce. There are also additional dishes to expand or substitute, such as marinated calf's head, glazed heart sweetbreads and langoustine

Review score

4.4

Review count

100

Review summary

Hirschen offers creative seasonal cuisine by Chef Douce Steiner, praised for harmonious dishes like bouillabaisse and venison. Service is generally warm and professional, though some guests note pacing issues or intrusive behavior. The open kitchen adds interest, but cramped seating, old chairs, and dim lighting detract from the ambiance. While food quality is high, value is debated; several reviewers feel prices are unjustified given inconsistent service coordination and limited wine explanations. Overall, it delivers memorable culinary experiences for some, while others find the cost-to-service ratio lacking.

Best for

Suitable for diners seeking refined creative cuisine who are tolerant of minor service inconsistencies.

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