Matreier Tauernhaus

It is well worth making the journey from Silian up to this place steeped in over 300 years of tradition – perched at an altitude of around 1 400m, it promises a wealth of picturesque views. Not only do the three Villgrater farmhouses and the ‘Genussgarten’ form a beautiful, authentic sight, but you can also feel the connection with nature, the region and the people. Lots of local wood, plenty of ornaments, and modern touches here and there create a rustic cosiness in the various dining areas. Carola and Josef Mühlmann run the hotel together and are also both to be found working in the kitchen.

Does the name "Les Deux" sound familiar? Following in the footsteps of his Munich "original", Fabrice Kieffer's sophisticated concept has now also made its way here. Chef Marc Fröhlich specialises in classics such as pâté en croûte and steak au poivre, as well as more modern dishes (eg braised beetroot, feta, frisée, pomegranate). Wolfgang Hirn, meanwhile, manages the service team, and does so with style, expertise and charm. The atmosphere is elegant yet lively, making for a certain bistro vibe. You can also simply enjoy a glass of champagne at the beautiful bar. There is a small terrace in f

Located in the town centre by the Pfarrbrücke, Gasthof Goldener Stern (est. 1791) is home to David and Anita Senfter's restaurant. Diners enjoy a cosy atmosphere in charming rustic rooms beneath vaulted ceilings, with traditional stoves providing warmth in winter. After stints in renowned kitchens (with Heinz Reitbauer, Silvio Nickol, Vitus Winkler and Andreas Döllerer), the chef-patron now cooks up modern cuisine using regional ingredients – cooked over an open fire. A highlight is the grill-braised beetroot, which is packed with flavour, has a gentle smoky note and is served with pleasingly

Having worked with some big names in the industry, such as Johanna Maier, Andreas Döllerer and Mario Lohninger, Andreas Herbst has returned home (dahoam in the local dialect) with his wife Andrea to take over the reins of Hotel Riederalm from his parents. His connection to his homeland is reflected in his culinary philosophy, as he finds creative ways to marry traditional with modern. This involves a lot of fermenting, pickling, foraging and even making white chocolate from local grains. In this regard, this restaurant is breaking new ground in the region. His set menu ("Journey through Leogan

Dating back to 1326, this traditional inn located in the heart of Leogang has been run with enthusiasm by the same family for over 130 years. Barbara Kottke and her brother Hans-Jörg Unterrainer represent the sixth generation at the helm. In their cosy, rustic dining area – or, in summer, on the terrace with a view of the parish church – you can choose between a six-course tasting menu (also available in a pescetarian version) and à la carte dishes. Chef Stefan Birnbacher proposes, for example, a creation he calls "Alpine Waters": a mildly spiced, pickled brook trout served with a wafer-thin l

Following stints at renowned establishments (including Bobby Bräuer's ‘EssZimmer’ at BMW Welt in Munich), Maximilian Reuter has found the ideal setting to pursue his ambitions as chef at the fine dining restaurant of die HOCHKÖNIGIN hotel. His culinary vision comes to life in his two set menus: "Asian Alpin" and the entirely vegan "Asian Green" – both available in five or seven courses. Combining Alpine tradition with Asian flavours, the dishes are made using a wide range of regional ingredients, including herbs from their kitchen garden and organic beef from its own farm. The kitchen team pre

If you want to combine a hiking trip with a really wonderful meal at a fair price, the Grafl family establishment is the place to go! In this typical regional inn in a wonderfully idyllic location, the cuisine is traditional, aromatic, and perfectly crafted. The Pressknödelsuppe (dumpling soup) and Almrindsülzchen (Alpine beef aspic) are full of flavour, not to mention classics such as beef goulash and schnitzel. In summer, the terrace boasting a view of the surrounding countryside and mountains is a joy. Overnight accommodation is also an option.