The Bavarian Alps Restaurants

Restaurants in Bavaria run the gamut from the casual and gemütlich (cozy) Gasthof to formal gourmet offerings. More upscale establishments try to maintain a feeling of casual familiarity, but you will probably feel more comfortable at the truly upscale restaurants if you dress up a bit. Note that many restaurants take a break between 2:30 and 6 pm. If you want to eat during these hours, look for the magic words Durchgehend warme Küche, indicating warm food is served throughout the day, possibly snacks during the off-hours. Most restaurants in the region don't accept credit cards.

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  • 1. Mundart

    $$

    One of the best restaurants in town is known for its innovative Bavarian cuisine based on regionally sourced seasonal ingredients. Young chef Steffi Bauer changes the short but appealing menu, which features local fish, meat, and veggie dishes, about every two months and also offers a daily special.

    Bahnhofstr. 12, Oberammergau, Bavaria, 82487, Germany
    08822-949–7565

    Known For

    • Vegan preparations on request
    • Innovative takes on Bavarian "tapas"
    • Delicious daily specials

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Mon. and Tues. No lunch
  • 2. Alpenrose

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    Once part of a monastery and later given one of the town's most beautiful painted baroque facades, the Alpenrose features traditional Bavarian fare and is famous for featuring venison dishes the entire month of October. A sidewalk terrace is open on sunny days; a zither player strums away most evenings in the Josefi wine cellar.

    Obermarkt 1, Mittenwald, Bavaria, 82481, Germany
    08823-92700

    Known For

    • Knödel (dumplings)
    • Seasonal variations on pork
    • Well-prepared schnitzel
  • 3. Ammergauer Maxbrau

    $$

    A lively brewery with charming beamed ceilings located inside the Hotel Maximilian, this is an upscale meeting place for locally sourced Bavarian specialties. Dishes change on a weekly basis and include wild game in season.

    Ettaler Str. 5, Oberammergau, Bavaria, 82487, Germany
    08822-948–740

    Known For

    • Pork knuckle
    • Beer crafted in-house
    • Tasty Kaiserschmarrn (scrambled pancakes)

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Mon. and Tues. No lunch weekdays
  • 4. Brauereigasthof Bürgerbräu

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    This old brewery serving traditional Bavarian dishes has a rich history that reflects the social class that once met here: politicos, peasants, burghers, and salt miners. Reichenhallers from all walks of life still meet here to enjoy good conversation and hearty local beer.

    Waagg. 1–2, Bad Reichenhall, Bavaria, 83435, Germany
    08651-6089

    Known For

    • Bauernschmaus (with three types of pork)
    • Pork ribs in a dark beer sauce
    • Savory vegetarian strudel

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Credit cards accepted
  • 5. Bräustüberl

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    Adorned with frescoes, this brewery fills up with large groups and families. The menu includes standard Bavarian pub fare and liters of beer in a more intimate atmosphere than a traditional beer hall, as dining is divided into smaller rooms.

    Fürstenstr. 23, Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Bavaria, 82467, Germany
    08821-2312

    Known For

    • Bräustüberlpfanderl (a sampler that includes two types of pork and duck)
    • Duck legs with knoedel (dumplings)
    • Locally caught trout
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  • 6. Freihaus Brenner

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    Begun by proprietor Josef Brenner, who brought a taste of nouvelle cuisine to Tegernsee, the attractive restaurant commands fine views from high above Bad Wiessee. Though the restaurant now has new owners, the menu has maintained the same assortment of seasonal specialties and changes every three weeks.

    Freihaus 4, Bad Wiessee, Bavaria, 83707, Germany
    08022-86560

    Known For

    • Fresh trout
    • Schweinebraten mit Kartoffelknödel (roast pork with potato dumplings)
    • Superlative vistas

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Tues. and Wed.
  • 7. Gasthaus Obermühle

    $

    This 16th-century mill just off the main road outside of Bad Reichenhall has an intimate rural feel and an inviting terrace. Fish is the specialty here, though local game is also on the menu.

    Tumpenstr. 11, Bad Reichenhall, Bavaria, 83435, Germany
    08651-2193

    Known For

    • Seasonal game dishes, including venison
    • Homemade ice cream
    • Locally caught fish

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Mon. and Tues., No credit cards
  • 8. Gasthaus zum Stern

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    This is a traditional place (dating from the 16th century), with coffered ceilings, thick walls, smiling waitresses in Dirndls, and an old Kachelofen (enclosed, tiled, wood-burning stove) that heats the dining room beyond endurance on cold winter days. The food is hearty, traditional Bavarian. For a quieter dinner or lunch, reserve a space in the Bäckerstube (Baker's Parlor).

    Dorfstr. 33, Oberammergau, Bavaria, 82487, Germany
    08822-867

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Wed., Credit cards accepted
  • 9. Gasthaus Zur Schranne

    $$

    In a classic wood-paneled 19th-century inn with lovely painted ceilings, the friendly international staff serves up hearty portions of typical Bavarian food like grilled duck with potato dumplings and red cabbage, and Wiener schnitzel. There’s also a decent selection of vegetarian and even vegan items, rare for this meat-loving region.

    Griesstr. 4, Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Bavaria, 82467, Germany
    08821-909–8030

    Known For

    • Beer garden in season
    • Lively atmosphere
    • Huge platters of food

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Mon.
  • 10. Gasthof Stern

    $

    This white house with brilliant blue shutters in the middle of Mittenwald has a beer garden and small playground perfect for families. Locals love this dining room and its meat-heavy Bavarian cuisine.

    Fritz-Plössl-Pl. 2, Mittenwald, Bavaria, 82481, Germany
    08823-8358

    Known For

    • Bauernschmaus (a plate of sausage with sauerkraut and homemade liver dumplings)
    • Jägerschnitzel, with pork and mushroom sauce
    • Suckling pig served on Sundays

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Mon.
  • 11. Gut Kaltenbrunn

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    A series of farm buildings dating back to the 19th century on the lake's northern shore were converted into a self-sustaining restaurant with a focus on regional delicacies. A large terrace and walls of windows provide phenomenal views of the lake, and a kid-friendly beer garden keeps young visitors happy until dusk.

    Kaltenbrunn 1, Gmund, Bavaria, 83703, Germany
    08022-187–0700

    Known For

    • Tegernsee trout
    • Steak from their own cattle
    • Extensive dessert options

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Mon. and Tues.
  • 12. Herzogliches Bräustüberl Tegernsee

    $

    Once part of Tegernsee's Benedictine monastery, then a royal retreat, the Bräustüberl is now an immensely popular beer hall and brewery with tasty Bavarian snacks for under €12. In summer, quaff your beer beneath the huge chestnut trees and admire the delightful view of the lake and mountains.

    Schlosspl. 1, Tegernsee, Bavaria, 83684, Germany
    08022-4141

    Known For

    • Bavarian pub fare
    • Pork roast with potato-cucumber salad
    • Smoked and grilled spare ribs
  • 13. Relais-Chalet Wilhelmy

    $$

    Although everything is modern, this inn in Bad Wiessee takes you back to a less frantic era. Classical music accompanies unpretentious yet tasty meals.

    Freihausstr. 15, Bad Wiessee, Bavaria, 83707, Germany
    08022-98680

    Known For

    • Fresh fish
    • Guinea fowl with herb rice
    • Tea and cake in the garden
  • 14. Restaurant & Cafe Edelweiss

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    This friendly café and restaurant next to the monastery is an ideal spot for a light lunch, dinner with local ingredients, or a coffee with house-made cake. You can wash it all down with a fine choice of brews from the abbey.

    Kaiser-Ludwig-Pl. 3, Ettal, Bavaria, 82488, Germany
    08822-4509

    Known For

    • Schnitzel with pretzel breading and gratinated cheese
    • Game from the Ammergau Alps
    • A wide selection of fresh cake and apple strudel

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Thurs.
  • 15. Reutbergstuberl

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    A small restaurant set up for communal dining at large wooden tables, the Reutbergstuberl offers authentic Bavarian cuisine for lunch and dinner at fair prices. Located near the Kur park, it has a quiet, comfortable atmosphere both inside and on the fair-weather terrace.

    Schuetzenstr. 5, Bad Tölz, Bavaria, 83646, Germany
    08041-70839

    Known For

    • Turkey medallions in cream sauce
    • Weisswurst (Bavarian white sausages)
    • Schweinebraten (pork filets with sauerkraut)
  • 16. Schlosswirtschaft Herrenchiemsee

    $

    Near the boat dock on the Herreninsel, home to King Ludwig II's famous palace, is this century-old-hotel-turned-beer garden and light restaurant with gorgeous views over the lake. Portions are large, service is friendly, and desserts are tasty.

    Schlosshotel 5, Prien am Chiemsee, Bavaria, 83209, Germany
    08051-962–7670

    Known For

    • Cold sausage salad
    • Chiemsee whitefish
    • Käsespätzle (cheese dumplings)

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Jan. and when boats are not running

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